Tokyo Riverside Luxury: Unbelievable Studio Nice in Tangerang!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving HEADFIRST into the glorious, the slightly baffling, and hopefully utterly unforgettable world of Tokyo Riverside Luxury: Unbelievable Studio Nice in Tangerang! whew That name alone is a mouthful, isn’t it? Let's unravel this beast, shall we? And let's get REAL. My inner critic needs a vacation; let's see what this place is all about.
First Impressions and the Gasp of Accessibility:
Right off the bat, accessibility matters. It's 2024 people! Does this place actually cater to everyone?
- Accessibility: I’m seeing "Facilities for disabled guests" on the list, and that gets a BIG thumbs up from me. But, you know, just saying it and doing it are two different things. I'd want to see specific info: ramps, elevators with enough headroom, accessible bathrooms… details, people! I'm cautiously optimistic.
- Wheelchair accessible: This is HUGE. I need to know if it truly is. A "partially accessible" hotel fills you with a vague dread.
- Elevator: Okay, good, there's an elevator. Essential for anyone not ready to challenge their stamina.
Okay, so we're starting in a hopeful place. I'm already picturing checking in with easy ramps and a smooth elevator ride. Hopefully, the hallways aren’t a maze.
Internet – Praise Be! (and the inevitable griping):
- Internet access, Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Wi-Fi for special events: Okay, okay, I GET IT. They have internet. That's good. I require Wi-Fi like air. But free Wi-Fi in all rooms is a basic these days. Not a selling point, more like… an expectation.
- I'll need to know how good it actually is. A dodgy Wi-Fi signal can ruin a holiday faster than a rogue sunburn.
- And that Internet [LAN]? Does anyone even use LAN anymore? Am I old? LOL.
Cleanliness and Safety – Gotta be a top priority:
Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit, Hand sanitizer, Hot water linen and laundry washing, 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, Shared stationery removed, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment: Whew. That’s a laundry list of sanitation precautions. Good. Very good. In this day and age, you BETTER be doing all of these things. Honestly, that’s a relief. Less to worry about and more relaxing!
Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms, Fire extinguisher: Basic stuff, but absolutely essential. Fire safety is a must!
CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property: Feeling safer already!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – The Crucial Stuff:
- Restaurants, 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, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant: Okay, this is a massive list. Seriously, the dining options seem extensive. Asian AND Western cuisine? Buffet AND a la carte? My stomach is already doing a happy dance. This seems like a food lover's paradise!
- Breakfast in room & Room service [24 hour]: This is where I LIVE, my sweet spot. The utter joy of breakfast in bed… or a midnight snack… pure bliss!
- I’m particularly interested in the vegetarian options. Is it just the basic veggie burgers and sad salads? Or are there actual interesting choices?
- Poolside bar: Yes. Just yes. That image of lounging by the pool with a cocktail… pure vacation goals.
Things To Do & Ways to Relax – The All-Important De-Stressing:
Alright, let's be honest, this is the point. Staying at Tokyo Riverside is about escaping, right? So, let's see if it can actually provide that.
- Body scrub, Body wrap, Fitness center, Foot bath, Gym/fitness, Massage, Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: Alright, alright, you've got my attention. Deep breath. The amenities are stunning. A pool with a view? Sold! The spa? Seriously considering booking right now.
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness: I'd love to be the type to actually use these things, but I'm more likely to hit the snack bar (ahem). Still, a good gym is ALWAYS a bonus.
- Sauna, Spa, Steamroom: Oh man, this is where I go from "interested" to "MUST BOOK NOW!" The idea of a sauna and steam room after a long day of… well, relaxing… is heavenly. Does it have a Jacuzzi? I need to know this.
- About The Pool: I'm a sucker for a good pool. If the view is as good as it sounds, it's half the battle. The other half… the sun and cocktails. Need.
Services and Conveniences – The Little Things That Make a Difference:
- 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: Okay, a long list. This is about to get rambly.
- Contactless check-in/out: Excellent in this era, saves on the germ factor.
- Concierge, Doorman: Makes you feel fancy. Or at least, not alone with your luggage.
- Laundry service, Dry cleaning: Necessary after I inevitably spill something on my favorite shirt.
- Food delivery: Always a bonus, especially that 24-hour room service.
- Meeting/banquet facilities, On-site event hosting, Seminars: Okay, this is good but makes me think this place caters to business travelers. Which means… will it be noisy?
- A terrace? Lovely for evening drinks.
- Doorman, doorman: This is worth mentioning twice. How important is a good doorman? Essential, right? Someone who remembers your name… magic.
For the Kids – Because, You Know, Real Life:
- Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal: A big plus if you have kids! Gives the parents some freedom.
Getting Around – Because We Have to Leave Sometime:
- Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking: Good options, right? Seems like any way you want to arrive, you'll be able to! "Car park [free of charge]" is a lifesaver and makes me happy to be driving from the beginning.
Available in All Rooms – The Nitty Gritty:
- 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: Okay, this is the actual room. It's a laundry listing, but let's pick out the important bits:
- Air conditioning, Blackout curtains, Soundproofing: Essential for restful sleep!
- Free Wi-Fi (we know)
- Coffee/tea maker: Needs to brew a decent cup, though.
- **Mini bar
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your meticulously planned, Instagram-filtered travel itinerary. This is the REAL deal, folks, the one that's got coffee stains and (hopefully) a few good memories etched into it. We're talking Studio Nice at Tokyo Riverside PIK 2 By Travelio Tangerang, Indonesia. Let's see if we can survive it, shall we? Pray for me.
Day 1: Arrival and the Apartment That Cried "Minimalist Lies!"
- Morning (AKA "The Pre-Meltdown"): Landed at the airport. The usual chaotic ballet of luggage claims, passport checks (which, let's be real, always feel like a high-stakes game of "Guess the Human"), and the agonizing wait for a taxi. Indonesian traffic? Don't even get me STARTED. It's a glorious, honking symphony of organized chaos. Found a driver who claimed he knew the way to PIK 2. Fingers crossed, because Google Maps was having a conniption fit.
- Afternoon (AKA "Reality Bites"): Arrived at Studio Nice. "Nice" being a subjective term, let's be honest. The photos on Travelio were… ahem… generously lit. It was smaller than I expected, and I swear the "minimalist" aesthetic was code for "we ran out of furniture." The AC felt like a lukewarm suggestion. Cue my internal monologue screaming, "WHERE IS THE COFFEE?! AND THE ACTUAL VIEW I WAS PROMISED?!" Okay, breath. Unpack. Find coffee. Priorities, people!
- Evening (AKA "The Search for Food & Sanity"): Wandered around the area, which, let's just say, felt like a ghost town with a few suspiciously eager food vendors. Ended up at a warung (small food stall) that smelled divine. Ordered nasi goreng (fried rice) and a cold Bintang beer. The rice was amazing, and the beer was even better. Suddenly, the tiny apartment didn't seem so bad. The sunset over… well, whatever it was over there, was kinda pretty. Maybe this place wouldn't be so awful, after all.
Day 2: The Great Mall Adventure (or, "Shopping Until I Drop… From Exhaustion")
- Morning (AKA "The Caffeine Dependency Kicks In"): Figured out the "local coffee shop" situation - which was actually a stall in the downstairs lobby. The coffee was… adequate. Needed more. Desperately. Decided to tackle the nearby mall (because: air conditioning). This was probably a mistake.
- Afternoon (AKA "Sensory Overload"): The mall itself was enormous. Seriously, I think I stumbled into another dimension. The sheer volume of shops, the people, the noise, the sales pitches… it was a full-on assault on the senses. I went into a clothing store and, I'll be honest, I lost it. I bought a ridiculously patterned shirt that I probably won't ever wear outside the apartment. But hey, retail therapy, right? Right?
- Evening (AKA "Noodle Time & Regrets"): Found a food court that, thankfully, had a decent noodle stand. Devoured a bowl of bakmi (noodle soup) like I hadn't eaten in days. Watched the world go by, feeling a strange mix of exhaustion and exhilaration. Maybe I should have stayed in the apartment. Maybe I should have explored more. Maybe I should have just ordered room service. Decisions, decisions…
Day 3: Tokyo Riverside (or, "Where is the Tokyo?")
- Morning (AKA "Is the Internet Working?"): Woke up to discover the internet was still sketchy. Used the time to stare out the window and observe my feelings. Was it peaceful? Yes. Was I also bored? Also yes. Made a mental to-do list: 1. Find stronger internet. 2. See Tokyo Riverside.
- Afternoon (AKA "The Quest"): Okay, so Tokyo Riverside is a… concept. It was… well, it was a collection of buildings vaguely reminiscent of Japan. Not quite the immersive experience I was hoping for. Took some pictures, because, you know, the proof. Had a delicious seafood lunch. The vibe: more "tourist trap" than "authentic cultural experience," but the food was pretty good.
- Evening (AKA "The Loneliness Hour"): Back at the apartment. The novelty of being alone had worn off. The apartment felt even smaller, even more empty. Watched a movie on shaky internet and ate instant noodles. (What is wrong with me?). Started scrolling through my photos, wondering if I should have done something different.
Day 4: The Day I Almost Got Run Over (and other thrilling tales)
- Morning (AKA "The Day I Almost Died"): Decided to brave the streets on foot. I thought I was pretty street-smart, having lived in a city. I thought wrong. Narrowly avoided being flattened by a motorbike. The sheer audacity of Indonesian drivers is a marvel. I think I almost died.
- Afternoon (AKA "Seeking Solace in Coffee"): Needed coffee. Double shot. Triple shot. Maybe more. Got some. Found a cute little café. Watched the world go by again.
- Evening (AKA "Packing & Panicking"): Realization: I leave tomorrow. Suddenly, all the things I should have done started flashing before my eyes. Did I buy enough souvenirs? Did I experience enough? Am I okay?
Day 5: Goodbye, Studio Nice (and Hello, the Real World)
- Morning (AKA "The Escape"): Packed. Checked out of the tiny apartment. The air felt… lighter. Got a taxi. Goodbye, Tokyo Riverside. Goodbye, Tangerang. Goodbye, Studio Nice (seriously, good riddance).
- Afternoon (AKA "Reflection and Flight"): At the airport. Waiting for my flight. Feeling a mixture of relief, exhaustion, and a strange, lingering fondness for that little apartment. Did I hate my time there? Not entirely. Did I love it? Probably not. But hey; at least I survived.
Final Thoughts (AKA "What I Learned"):
- Travel itineraries? They're a suggestion, not a bible. Embrace the chaos.
- Always pack extra coffee.
- Learn a few basic Indonesian phrases. Especially "Terima kasih" (thank you).
- Sometimes, the best memories are the ones you don't plan.
- And finally… maybe I am not a minimalist.
- I may have a new collection of random souvenirs, and a story to tell. And really, isn't that what it's all about?
So, Tokyo Riverside Luxury... is it *really* luxury? Like, actual, honest-to-goodness, not-just-a-slightly-nicer-than-average-apartment luxury?
Ugh, that question. Okay, let's be real. "Luxury" in Indonesian real estate… it's a spectrum. Remember that disastrous "luxury" hotel in Bali that promised marble and delivered... well, let's just say, it delivered more mildew than marble? I'm not saying Tokyo Riverside is *that* bad. But here's the deal: It *feels* fancy. The lobby has this... this *vibe*. You know the one. Polished floors, a vaguely minimalist aesthetic, that air conditioning scent that screams, "We are trying!"
The studio itself? "Nice" it definitely is. Think stylish, compact, and designed for, like, a single, very organized individual. You're not gonna be throwing lavish dinner parties for thirty. Unless, of course, you're really good at Tetris with your furniture.
Luxury? Maybe. Practical? Absolutely. Let's call it "Urban Chic Comfort." Okay? Okay.
Alright, let's get down to brass tacks: the size. Studio? How *small* are we talking? Because my claustrophobia is starting to tingle...
Okay, deep breaths. Yeah, it's a studio. It's not a palace. Picture this: You walk in, and *boom*. The whole thing is *there*. The bed is comfy, the space is well-designed, and you're not going to feel like you're living in a broom closet. My friend, bless her heart, brought a yoga mat and *tried* to do a full sun salutation. It… didn't quite work. Let's just say a downward dog resulted in a very intimate encounter with the coffee table.
But surprisingly, it doesn't *feel* cramped. They've somehow managed to squeeze a kitchenette and a decent-sized bathroom in there without making you feel like you’re navigating a maze. The trick, I suspect, is copious amounts of clever storage, and mirrors, and some kind of wizardry. They must have paid a feng shui expert!
The location. Tangerang... that's... a commute, right? How's the traffic, and what's *actually* nearby?
Tangerang. Ah, the name that strikes fear (and traffic jams) into the hearts of Jakarta residents. Yes, it’s a commute. I would say it depends where you're working and what time of day you're doing it. Traffic is the beast. Seriously. My morning commute to (insert horrible office building here) almost killed me. I swear, I aged a decade just sitting in that car. But the MRT is accessible (thank god!)
What's nearby? Well, you're not exactly going to be tripping over the Mona Lisa. There are shopping malls (yay for air conditioning and fast food!), some local restaurants (some hits, some misses... I *will* share my nasi goreng secrets eventually), and, crucially, a grocery store. The kind with good instant noodles. Which, let's be honest, is a major selling point.
Is it the *most* exciting location? No. Is it convenient? Mostly. Accept you'll be spending time on the road, and pack lots of Podcasts.
Let's talk about the 'Unbelievable' part. What's the *one* thing that genuinely blew you away? Tell us something surprising!
Okay, this is where it gets… embarrassing. They have this… they have *really* good Wi-Fi. Unbelievably good. Like, I'm talking streaming 4k movies without a single stutter. This is a big deal for me, a huge Netflix-binging, work-from-home kinda person. I had to check, like, three times to make sure I wasn't imagining it. It was that good.
Here's what happened: I was moving in, stressed, exhausted, and needed to unwind. I thought, "Okay, one episode of *The Crown* to de-stress." One episode turned into six. I blamed the ridiculously good Wi-Fi. It was *unbelievable*. I'm not proud, but the internet is fast. Very fast. It really does keep you in!
This is the realest thing I will say: Without that Internet connection, I'd have been outta there, a mess.
What about the amenities? Pool? Gym? Do they actually work, or are they more like... Instagram backdrops?
The pool... Okay, the pool is nice. It's clean. It's probably not Olympic-sized (I'm not *that* athletic, but I'd be surprised), and the view... well, it's a pool view. You're not exactly staring out at the Swiss Alps. But, it's a pool. You can swim.
The gym? The gym is another story. On my first visit, I walked in and there was this guy, this *gigantic* guy, bench-pressing weights that looked like they weighed the same as my car. I promptly turned around and walked out. I’m too embarrassed.
So, yes, they exist. Do they work? Depends on your definition of "work" and your tolerance for judgment from bodybuilders the size of small cars.
Alright, the cons. What's the bad? Be brutally honest. I can handle it.
Okay, this is where I unleash the inner grumbler. The noise. Oh, the noise. The construction, the distant karaoke, the general cacophony of city life… It's a constant background score. Earplugs are a must. The water pressure in the shower can be… unreliable. Sometimes it's a gentle trickle, other times it's a high-pressure assault worthy of a fire hose. And the aircon unit – it can be loud and you get cold or too warm.
The biggest con? The lack of soul. This is a modern, sleek, efficient building. It's not a place *overflowing* with charm and character. It's a place built for function, not for feeling. You're not going to find that quirky hole-in-the-wall restaurant on a corner. You know?
And finally, the lack of sunlight. My apartment is a bit shadowy, and it can make you feel like a vampire.
Is it pet-friendly? Because my fluffy companion is my everything.
