Tangerang's BEST 3-Bedroom Serviced Apartment: Workspace Included!
Okay, buckle up, because we’re diving headfirst into the gloriously messy, sometimes questionable, but always REAL world of the Tangerang's BEST 3-Bedroom Serviced Apartment: Workspace Included!
Forget the perfectly polished brochure copy. This is about what it actually feels like to stay here. SEO? Sure, we'll sprinkle in the keywords, but the priority is to spill the tea.
First, let's talk about reality. Finding a decent 3-bedroom apartment that actually feels like a home in Tangerang is a MISSION. Especially one that promises a decent workspace. So, I went in with cautiously optimistic expectations.
Accessibility: (and how I nearly tripped over the welcome mat)
Okay, so accessibility. Yes, the building is equipped for disabled guests. There's an elevator. I didn't personally need it, but good to know, right? Look, I'm a klutz. I tripped over a decorative pot in the lobby. So, the fact that everything inside the apartment was thoughtfully laid out with wide walkways and easy access? HUGE win. Even for clumsy folks like myself.
On-site Restaurants/Lounges (and my personal struggle with the perfect Negroni)
Okay, there's definitely a bar. And a restaurant. Let's just say this: I’m not a huge fan of anything too fancy, but I do enjoy a good Negroni. The first night, I walked down fully prepared to judge, and the bartender (bless his heart) was having a rough night. He was swamped. The Negroni? Almost perfect. A touch too much Campari, but hey, it was a long day. I gave him a sympathetic nod and silently added "practice needed" to the mental review.
Wheelchair Accessibility (and the elevators' smooth ride)
As mentioned, the apartment and building are set up for wheelchair accessibility, which is fantastic. I'm not in a wheelchair, but I appreciate the thought that went into the design. The elevator was smooth and swift, unlike some elevators I’ve endured that felt they were headed to the center of the earth.
Internet Access (and the divine relief of a fast connection)
Listen, if there’s one thing that can turn me into a snarling beast, it's dodgy Wi-Fi. Praise the Wi-Fi gods, because this place DELIVERS. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! And it’s actually fast. Like, "stream your favorite shows without buffering" fast. I was able to get actual work done in the workspace, and that alone is worth its weight in gold. There's also Internet [LAN] if you’re a wired-in kind of person (which I’m not, but options are good), and Internet services overall were reliable. Wi-Fi in public areas? Yup. Didn't test it extensively, but I'm guessing it's good.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax, and My Spa Day Debacle (in the best possible way)
Alright, this is where things get interesting. They have a spa. A full-on, fancy-pants spa. Body scrub, Body wrap, Massage, Foot bath, Spa, Spa/sauna, and Steamroom. I booked a massage. I'm talking a full, pre-holiday pampering sesh.
Now, I’m not generally a spa person. I’m more of a “sweat it out at the gym” kinda gal. But the promise of relaxation was calling to me. The spa itself was lovely. Dim lighting, calming music, all that jazz. The massage, however… was… intense. Let's just say, the therapist was thorough. I walked out feeling both bruised and blissfully relaxed. It was a memorable experience, to say the least.
They also have a Fitness center, Gym/fitness, Pool with view, Sauna, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]. I did not use them all (see: massage story), but I did take a dip in the pool. And yes, the view is pretty darn good.
Cleanliness and Safety (and the peace of mind that comes with it)
This is a big one right now. Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer, Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment. They take it seriously. They have to. It’s a real comfort to know they’re doing everything they can.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking (and my love affair with the room service menu)
Okay, so the restaurant is a solid choice, but the room service… Now, that’s a love affair waiting to happen. A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant. I may have ordered room service three times during my stay. Don't judge. Their burger was surprisingly good. The french fries were… perfect. And that's all I am going to say.
Services and Conveniences (and the unsung hero: the doorman!)
They’ve thought of everything. Air conditioning in public area, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center. Seriously, the doorman deserves a medal. Always helpful, always smiling. It’s the little things that make a difference. I'm a huge fan of the daily housekeeping, too. coming back to a clean and properly made apartment after a long day of work and getting ready is something I love.
Speaking of business facilities, there's a whole lot to offer. And if you're traveling with kids, they have Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal - perfect!
For the Kids (and the fact that even I, the Grumpy Traveler, found it appealing)
They have a Family/child friendly atmosphere. I don't have kids but I still managed to appreciate a lot of what they offered.
Access (and feeling safe)
CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Check-in/out [express], Check-in/out [private], Exterior corridor, Fire extinguisher, Front desk [24-hour], Hotel chain, Non-smoking rooms, Proposal spot, Room decorations, Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms, Soundproof rooms. Seriously, the security is top-notch. The 24-hour front desk is a huge plus. I felt safe the entire time, which is priceless when you’re traveling.
Getting Around (and the luxury of a free car park)
Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking. Free car park and they offer even a charging station. Amazing.
Available in all rooms (and the details that make it feel like home)
This is where the apartment really shines. Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
Honestly, the bed was a dream. The blackout curtains meant I could sleep in. The coffee maker got me through the day. The laptop workspace? Absolute lifesaver. It's the little details – the comfortable sofa, the fully stocked minibar (okay, maybe I indulged a little), the complimentary tea – that make this place feel like home (or at least a very luxurious version of home).
The One Thing That Could Be Improved (and the importance of a good coffee maker)
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Okay, strap yourselves in, because this isn't your typical, perfectly-polished travel itinerary. This is… well, this is me, tripping around Tangerang, Indonesia, trying to find the perfect blend of bliss and bewilderment, all while holed up in a "Lovely 3 Bedroom Serviced Apartment With Workspace." (Spoiler alert: the loveliness is debatable, the workspace… well, we'll get to that.)
Tangerang Tango: A Messy, Magnificent Itinerary
Pre-Trip Hype (and Panic):
- Weeks Before: Okay, so I booked this "lovely" apartment, picture-perfect photos beaming back at me. The reality? Well, let's just say the actual view from the window doesn't quite match the stock photo of the infinity pool overlooking a volcano (turns out, it's a parking lot). Panic started swirling. Did I make a mistake? Am I going to be bored out of my skull in Tangerang? The questions kept circulating.
- Days Before: Packing. The eternal struggle. "Oh, I should bring that," "and absolutely this!" My suitcase is inevitably overflowing with things I won't touch and missing crucial items like a decent adapter (lesson learned, AGAIN). Managed to watch all of "Tangerine" to get into the spirit.
Day 1: Arrival, Assessment, and Instant Noodles of Regret
- Morning (08:00): Arrived at Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK). The air hits you like a lukewarm, humid blanket. Taxi ride to the apartment. Traffic is, shall we say, "dynamic." Let's just say, if I get a chance to drive, I'm gonna start a career as a racing driver.
- Afternoon (13:00): Finally arrive at the "lovely" apartment. Initial impression: It's… clean. Which is a solid start! The workspace… well, the desk looks a little wobbly, the chair is definitely not ergonomic, and there's a general air of "this is where they put the desk."
- Afternoon (14:00): The "Welcome Pack" is a sad little packet of instant noodles. (I'm already regretting my decision to skip grocery shopping.) My stomach's rumbling (jet lag, food deprivation, and the taxi ride have taken their toll).
- Afternoon (15:00): Attempt to set up the workspace. The Wi-Fi… it's there. Technically. But my conference call gets dropped faster than my motivation to unpack. This thing is going to be a serious pain.
- Evening (18:00): Decided to venture out for dinner. Walked into a local warung (small food stall). Ordered something that looked vaguely appealing on the menu. It involved crispy fried chicken and something that may or may not have been chilies. My mouth is still on fire. Worth it.
- Evening (20:00): Back at the apartment, defeated by the internet, I'm scrolling through Netflix and trying to figure out if I can survive on instant noodles for the remainder of the trip. The 'lovely' apartment is starting to feel a little, well, lonely. The only thing that’s keeping me going is the promise of a shower.
Day 2: Culture Clashes and Culinary Adventures (Mostly) – or Tangerang in a Day
- Morning (09:00): Finally conquer the Wi-Fi. Start trying to find things to do in Tangerang. It's harder than I thought! Everything seems either really far away, really tourist-y, or both.
- Morning (10:00): Decide to visit Scientia Square Park. It turned out to be a bit more… suburban than I anticipated. But, there were giant, inflatable animals! Spent way too long taking pictures of them.
- Lunch (12:00): Found a cute local restaurant. Ordered a Padang dish (rice with a variety of dishes). The flavors were incredible, the spice levels were… intense. Loved it, even if my nose was running for the rest of the afternoon.
- Afternoon (14:00): Explored the Old City of Tangerang, and it was an explosion of chaos and charm. The crowds, the smells, the sheer energy of the place… It was a sensory overload in the best possible way. I got lost in the labyrinthine streets for at least an hour.
- Afternoon (15:00): Took a taxi (the traffic, still, a killer)
- Evening (19:00): The food at the warung was still on my mind. Went there again. It's my daily ritual now.
Day 3: Shopping Spree, Apartment Woes, and Solo Sunset Meditations
- Morning (10:00): Armed with a list of things I think I need (another adapter, mostly), I head to a local shopping mall. The air conditioning is a welcome oasis.
- Morning (11:00): Shopping. It's overwhelming! The sheer volume of… everything! Found a beautiful batik scarf, got slightly scammed on a "discount" t-shirt, and emerged feeling a little shell-shocked but with a bag full of (hopefully) useful items.
- Afternoon (14:00): Back at the apartment. The workspace is still a disaster. Decide to give up on productive work for a while.
- Afternoon (16:00): Found a local cafe with decent Wi-Fi, a great coffee and it's where I end up spending the rest of the day.
- Evening (18:00): Found an empty bench overlooking a rice field. Watching the sun set, painting the sky with fiery colors. A powerful, beautiful moment of solitude.
- Evening (20:00): Back in the "lovely" apartment. The instant noodles beckon.
Day 4: The Great Food Hunt and the Triumph of Independence
- Morning (09:00): Dedicated my day to food.
- Lunch (12:00): Tried something adventurous (again!). This time, it was gado-gado (vegetables with peanut sauce) from a street vendor. It was a symphony of flavors, a party in my mouth. I'm starting to think this might be the greatest food city on Earth.
- Afternoon (14:00): Wandered. Got lost again. Bought a strange, delicious fruit I couldn't identify. Loved the taste.
- Afternoon (16:00): Back in the apartment. Decided to try to fix the wobbly desk. Success! A small victory over the chaos.
- Evening (19:00): Warung, of course. This time, the chicken was even crispier.
- Evening (21:00): Contemplating extending my stay. Maybe this "lovely" apartment isn't so bad after all.
Day 5: Departure (And a Bittersweet Goodbye)
- Morning (08:00): Packing. The suitcase feels even fuller than when I arrived. Managed to squeeze in all the souvenirs, the new things I learned and the unforgettable memories.
- Morning (09:00): Last look at the view (parking lot, still). The "lovely" apartment looks slightly less dingy now.
- Morning (10:00): Taxi to the airport. The familiar chaos of the traffic. But this time, I'm smiling.
- Afternoon (13:00): On the plane. The seat's a little cramped. My legs are aching. I probably should’ve bought that extra adapter. But I'm content, my heart full of stories.
Post-Trip Thoughts (Weeks later):
So, Tangerang? Messy, imperfect, chaotic, and utterly unforgettable. The "lovely" apartment? Well, it was fine. The workspace? I survived. The instant noodles? I’ve had better. But the meals? The people? The sheer, raw energy of the place? They were all wonderful. And the experience? Incredible. I'd go back in a heartbeat, and maybe I'd even try to get a better workspace. And buy a travel adapter.
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Tangerang 3-Bedroom Serviced Apartment: Workspace Included! – The (Mostly) Unglamorous Truth
Okay, so, "3-Bedroom Serviced Apartment with Workspace"... Sounds Fancy. Is it actually livable, or is it just Instagram bait?
Alright, alright. Let's get real. "Serviced apartment" conjures images of immaculate surfaces and room service that never actually arrives. I'm not gonna lie, when I first saw the ad, I pictured sleek minimalist furniture and maybe, *just maybe*, a tiny robot butler. Nope! Let's just say, it's livable. It's *definitely* livable. The furniture isn't exactly IKEA catalogue material, but it's functional. The "workspace" is usually a decent desk situation, maybe with a reasonably comfortable chair. It might even, *gasp*, have decent lighting! Look, it's not a luxury hotel suite, okay? You'll find the occasional stain somewhere, maybe a wonky drawer, a flickering lightbulb. But it's home. It's where you can, you know, actually *live* without having to iron your socks (though, no judgment if you do).
What's the "workspace" *actually* like? Because "workspace" can mean anything these days.
Ah, the workspace. The great unknown. Okay, so, the *best* ones I've seen, and I've hunted for these apartments like a rabid squirrel after a nut, have a dedicated desk, a decent ergonomic chair (that's crucial, trust me, my back can attest!), and good lighting. Some even have a separate monitor, which is an absolute godsend. The worst ones? Well, I remember this *one* place… The "workspace" was basically a glorified ironing board shoved into a corner. The "chair" was a plastic thing that felt like it was actively trying to dismantle my spine. And the lighting? A single, flickering fluorescent tube that gave me the creeps. So, yeah… check the photos *very* carefully. Ask about the chair. And maybe bring your own desk lamp, just in case. Seriously, your productivity – and your sanity – will thank you. This is life or death for remote workers, people!
Three bedrooms… Is it really big enough for three adults? Or is it just a bunch of cramped boxes?
Three bedrooms! The promise of space, the illusion of independence! The reality, however, often depends on the apartment. Some are genuinely spacious, offering each occupant their own little sanctuary. Those are the gold standard! Others? Well, picture this: One master bedroom, reasonably sized, and then… two very, *very* cozy boxes. You might have to draw straws for who gets the biggest room. Listen, communication with your roommates is key. You'll be sharing fridges, bathrooms, and possibly the air conditioning. The good news is that you'll be saving money! The bad news? You'll be *living* it. So you’ll learn each other’s sleep schedules. Maybe invest in earplugs. And definitely get some decent house shoes.
What about Wi-Fi? Is it actually reliable, or will I be constantly battling buffering circles during Zoom calls?
Ah, Wi-Fi. The lifeblood of the modern remote worker. This is a HUGE one. Ask, beg, plead for details about the Wi-Fi. Ask about the speed… download AND upload speeds. Find out if it's reliable. Is it shared? If it's shared among multiple apartments, you're rolling the dice. My worst Wi-Fi experience? Oh, it’s burnt deep in my memory. It was the worst. Constantly cutting out during client calls. I spent more time troubleshooting the connection than actually working. I once sat on the stairwell outside the apartment building just to get enough strength to finish. It felt like I was literally living in a digital purgatory. I tell you, it was brutal. So, yeah. Wi-Fi is your friend. Test it. Trust me on this one, test the Wi-fi before you commit.
Cleaning service included? Because, let's be honest, I'm not going to clean.
Cleaning is the holy grail of Serviced Appartments. See if cleaning is included! This is the key question. Some offer weekly cleaning, which is fantastic. Others? Well, you might be on your own. Ask exactly what it entails, exactly where. What's included? Are the sheets changed? The towels? The bathroom scrubbed? (Important!) Check how often. A weekly visit? Great. Bi-weekly? Uh oh... Or, you’re entirely on your own. I tell you, the cleaning thing, it’s the most important thing. No, wait, it’s Wi-fi is more important. (But still, cleaning is extremely important!)
Are there any hidden fees? Because I *hate* hidden fees.
Hidden fees are the bane of my existence. Always, always, ALWAYS ask about extra costs. Is there a security deposit? What about utilities? Are they included, or will you get a nasty surprise at the end of the month? Parking? That can add up! The worst? When you think you're getting a great deal, and then BAM! A "maintenance fee" pops up like a jack-in-the-box. Ask and get it in writing. Look for any extra costs. If you think things are too good to be true, they probably are. But don’t be put off, just aware!
What's the location like? Is it close to anything interesting?
Location, location, location! Tangerang can be… well, it can be anything. Is it near public transport? Restaurants? Coffee shops? Supermarkets? What's the neighborhood like? Is it noisy? Is it vibrant? Be realistic. If you *need* to be near a bustling nightlife scene, this might not be ideal. If you prefer a quiet, slower pace, this could be perfect. Tangerang can surprise you, so research the area. Look at Google Maps. Read reviews. And, if you're feeling adventurous, explore! You might just discover some hidden gems. (And if you do, tell me about it… I love a good hidden gem!)
Okay, overall… should I do it? Is this a good option for working remotely?
Okay, the big question. Is it worth it? Honestly? It depends. It depends on your needs, your budget, your tolerance for imperfections. However, for someone who’s working remotely, and it’s affordable, honestly, it can be absolutely fantastic. Do your homework, askEscape To Inns
