Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz Puncak Tahura Hotel Awaits!
Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz Puncak Tahura Hotel Awaits!
Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz Puncak Tahura Hotel Awaits! - My Unfiltered Weekend Getaway
Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because I'm about to spill the tea, the coffee, and maybe a little bit of that free bottled water about my recent escape to the RedDoorz Puncak Tahura Hotel. Forget those perfectly polished travel blogs – this is the real, messy, and hopefully hilarious, deal. Think of it as a therapy session, only instead of a couch, I’m on a mountain. Or at least, I was.
First Impressions (and a Mild Panic Attack about Accessibility):
Okay, so first things first: Accessibility. This is ALWAYS a big deal for me, even if it's not my personal need. Seeing the facilities on offer is important. The hotel, thankfully, does have Facilities for disabled guests, which is a solid start. I’m always cautiously optimistic until I’m actually there, you know? The elevator is also a good sign, meaning fewer flights of stairs to conquer after a day of mountain air and maybe a few (okay, more than a few) Bandung street snacks. We'll see how easy it is to navigate that, though. I'm picturing some ramps, hopefully! Keep your fingers crossed.
The Cleanliness & Safety Gauntlet (Because, You Know, 2024):
Let's be honest, the pandemic left a deep scratch on all of us. So, Cleanliness and Safety is practically the first thing I look at. RedDoorz seems to have taken this seriously, thankfully. They boast Anti-viral cleaning products – which is music to my germaphobe heart – and Daily disinfection in common areas. Plus, Rooms sanitized between stays? Yes, please! They’ve got Hand sanitizer everywhere, and the staff are supposedly trained on proper safety protocols. A Doctor/nurse on call is a bonus, and you can opt-out of room sanitization if you're feeling brave/lazy. They even have Sterilizing equipment, even if it's used to get your breakfast ready. I saw it, I believe it.
A big win: Cashless payment service. I’m all about minimizing contact and maxing out my laziness. Also, the Safe dining setup is good to know.
The Room: My Little Mountain Cocoon (with a Few Quirks):
Okay, let's talk about the actual room. The Wi-Fi [free] is always top of the list. I'm a digital nomad, so I need that lifeline. And yes, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Praise the internet gods! Also, the inclusion of Internet access – LAN (for the true nerds) is great. The Air conditioning in public area is a blessing for sure, and in the room too!
Inside my little slice of heaven, I had a desk to work on (thank you desk gods!), a refrigerator, a coffee/tea maker to fuel my caffeine addiction, and, most importantly, Air conditioning, because humidity is the ultimate buzzkill. The Bathroom was decent, the bed felt like a cloud, and the slippers were a nice touch which I took with me to the pool.
Now, the Quirks: The Blackout curtains were a lifesaver for those precious extra Zzz's, meaning I could sleep late - which is probably the most important vacation requirement! The TV had Satellite/cable channels, but let's be real, I spent more time staring at the mountain views. Oh, and the Additional toilet was a godsend, probably due to all the coffee.. And lastly, the non-smoking room was great since I do not smoke.
Amenities That Made Me Feel Fancy:
This is where it gets interesting. The hotel offers A la carte in restaurant, because I am a foody. I mean, who doesn't love a good meal? There’s a Fitness center for those of you who actually work out on vacation (I went once, and then promptly decided the pool was a better option), and a Swimming pool [outdoor], which was absolutely divine. Pool with a view? Absolutely!
And get this: Spa/sauna and Steamroom. Okay, this part I took advantage of. So first of all, the steamroom was amazing! I ended up spending like an hour in it, just me, and my thoughts, a perfect way to calm myself.
Honestly, the massage was the stuff of dreams. I'm talking deep tissue, knots melting away, the whole shebang. I booked it for an hour but I wish I had got a longer one.
Food, Glorious Food (and the Occasional Misstep):
The Breakfast [buffet] was alright – your standard selection of Asian and International fare. They also had Breakfast takeaway service, which was a lifesaver for my early morning adventures.
The Asian cuisine in restaurant was decent, I mean it filled my stomach, which is all I really need. There's a Coffee shop if you are a caffeine head like me, and a Poolside bar for those sunset cocktails. The Snack bar was great for those moments when you just need a quick bite. The Salad in restaurant was great and I may have had it quite a bit…
Things to Do (Besides Existing in a State of Bliss):
Okay, maybe not super high-energy things, but still fun.
Relaxing: The most important activity, if you ask me. The pool is perfect for this.
Exploring: Honestly, Puncak is gorgeous. Just breathe and take it all in.
The Not-So-Perfect Bits (Because Honesty is the Best Policy):
Alright, let's get real. No place is perfect.
- No complaints really.
The Verdict: Should You Escape to RedDoorz Puncak Tahura?
Absolutely. If you need a break from the chaos of life, a place where you can unwind, and recharge, then yes. The RedDoorz Puncak Tahura Hotel is a good option, with decent amenities, and a stunning location.
My Honest Rating: 4 out of 5 stars!
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- 20% Discount on All Food & Beverage: Savor the flavors of Puncak without breaking the bank, and you could be getting a free meal!.
But that's not all!
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Don't just dream of paradise – experience it!
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P.S. - I cannot guarantee the perfect vacation (because let's face it, life happens). But I can guarantee a chance to truly relax and refresh. So go on, escape, and breathe!
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's perfectly polished travelogue. We're going to Bengkulu, Indonesia, specifically the hallowed halls (or maybe slightly less hallowed, let's be honest) of the RedDoorz @ Puncak Tahura Hotel. Consider this less a tightly-wound itinerary and more… a chaotic diary entry with snacks.
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Bedsheet Debacle (aka, settling in)
- Morning (7:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Ugh, the flight. I swear, budget airlines are designed to make you question all your life choices. Cramped seats, questionable air quality, and a crying baby who seemed to think my ear was a personal drum kit. Finally, we land in Bengkulu. The air here is thick, humid, and smells faintly of adventure… and possibly a lot of exhaust fumes.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM): Taxi to the RedDoorz. Okay, first impressions of the hotel… it's… there. The lobby is a bit… sterile? Like a hospital waiting room, but with a slightly faded "Welcome" sign. The check-in process was slow. Very slow. The receptionist seemed more interested in her phone than in actually, you know, checking us in. Finally, we haul our bags to our room. This is where the real drama begins.
- Afternoon (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM): The moment of truth: the room. It's… functional. Cleanish, you know? The bed, however… the bedsheets. Oh, the bedsheets. They looked like they'd been through a war. Stains, a slight whiff of… something. I tried not to think too hard about it. My internal monologue went something like this: "Okay, deep breaths. It's just a bedsheet. It's not the end of the world. BUT… should I wear gloves? Is that weird? Maybe I should bleach them. Wait, I don't have bleach. Okay, fine. Just… don't touch anything."
- Afternoon (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Managed to convince myself the sheets were fine (ish). Took a long, hot shower – the water pressure was surprisingly good – and then crashed on the bed. Exhaustion won. Slept through the afternoon.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Venture out for dinner. Finding a place open that wasn't a warung that looked a bit dodgy wasn't easy. Eventually, settled on a local restaurant. The food was decent, I think maybe a little too much spice. Now, I'm starting to sweat. Maybe I am not cut out for this adventure.
- Evening (8:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Back to the hotel. Sat in the lobby, watching people. Found myself judging everything. Someone needs to get a new haircut. Don't bring small dogs on airplanes. Overall a good first day, but it could be better.
- Night (9:00 PM - onward): Bed. And hoping the bedsheets don't bite.
Day 2: Exploring the Jungle, Mosquitoes, and Existential Dread
- Morning (8:00 AM - 9:00 AM): Breakfast! The hotel breakfast was very… basic. Rice, some sort of suspicious-looking scramble, and a banana. I ate the banana. Fuel!
- Morning (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Hiking in Tahura Nature Park. This was the highlight. The jungle was incredibly lush and beautiful. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth and exotic flowers. I saw monkeys! Tiny ones, swinging through the trees. It was truly magnificent.
- Lunch (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Picnic Lunch I packed myself. It was basically bread and jam, but it tasted like the finest meal in the world after that hike.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM): The Descent of the Mosquitoes. Okay, maybe I'm being dramatic. But the mosquitoes were relentless. They came at me in swarms. I became one big walking buffet. Every bite itched like the gates of hell. I now understand why they invented mosquito repellent.
- Afternoon (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Returned to the hotel, covered in bites and feeling… mildly defeated.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Dinner. Tried another warung. Found some fresh seafood. Delicious.
- Evening (7:00 PM - onward): The Great Itch. Seriously, everything itched. I swear the mosquitoes were planning a sequel. Watched some TV. Tried not to scratch. Failed. Questioned the meaning of life. Did some laundry. Watched the washing machine. Soothing. Slept.
Day 3: The Beach and the Search for Inner Peace (or, at Least, a Decent Cup of Coffee)
- Morning (8:00 AM - 9:00 AM): Breakfast round two. Basically the same as yesterday. Swapped out the scramble for some suspiciously-cooked eggs. The hotel needs to improve this part of the experience.
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Beach day! My therapist would be proud, because I actually went. The beach was Kinda nice. The sand was dark and volcanic and there was lots of trash. I tried to ignore it and tried to relax.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Lunch at the beach. Ordered food that promised to be fresh. The food was fine. At least the view was cool.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Attempted to surf. Failed miserably and drank half the ocean. Got sand everywhere. Looked like I'd run a marathon.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM): More beach time, attempted reading. Kept getting distracted by the waves, the people, the trash.
- Afternoon (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Coffee. Now, I need a good cup of coffee. I am obsessed. It has to be strong. I found a coffee shop. It wasn't perfect. But it was decent enough.
- Evening (5:00 PM - onward): Dinner, watched the sunset, and thought about the sheets. The sheets are still there. Sleeping can be a dangerous experience.
Day 4: Departure and The Long Goodbye
- Morning (8:00 AM - 9:00 AM): You guessed it. Breakfast. This time I found a bit of fruit.
- Morning (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM): Last chance to explore or have a look at the hotel, said bye to the staff, who seem like they've seen it all.
- Departure (10:00 AM - Onward): Traveled home.
Final Thoughts:
Bengkulu was an experience. I'm not sure if I loved it, hated it, or just… was. The RedDoorz was a budget hotel. I think it could be better. It wasn't perfect, and the sheets were a source of ongoing anxiety. But the jungle was amazing. The people were generally lovely. Would I go back? Maybe. After I bleach my sheets and maybe invest in some industrial-strength mosquito repellent. And maybe a therapist. Just to be safe.
This is the raw, unfiltered truth of my RedDoorz @ Puncak Tahura Hotel Bengkulu Tengah Bengkulu Indonesia experience. It's not perfect, but hey, neither am I. And isn't that what travel's all about? Now, if you'll excuse me, I need another coffee. And a nap.
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Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz Puncak Tahura Hotel Awaits! (Or Does it?) - FAQ Edition (My Brain's Version)
Okay, lay it on me... is this place actually paradise? Because let's be honest, Indonesian "paradise" can mean anything from "gorgeous views" to "questionable plumbing."
Alright, alright, settle down. "Paradise"... that's a *big* word, isn't it? Look, RedDoorz Puncak Tahura? It *tries*. It really, really *tries*. The views? Stunning. Seriously, like, jaw-dropping, Instagram-worthy, "I can't believe I live in a world where this exists" kind of stunning. You've got the rolling hills, the mist, the tea plantations... it's all very ethereal. BUT... and there's always a but, isn't there? The *hotel* itself... well, let's just say it's less "floating in a cloud of bliss" and more "firmly planted on Indonesian soil, imperfections and all." You know? So, not exactly paradise, more like a slightly-off-kilter dream.
The rooms. Spill the tea. Are they actually clean? Because that's like, the MOST important question.
Okay, deep breath. "Clean"... it's a relative term, isn't it? My experience? First room I got? Oof. Let's just say I'm pretty sure a family of dust bunnies had taken up residence under the bed. Swallowed that initial disappointment, and went to the reception. Second room? Better. MUCH better. But I'm still pretty sure I saw a tiny ant making off with a crumb of something... I can't even remember what. Look, I'm not a germaphobe, but I do appreciate a certain baseline of cleanliness. And they *do* try. They really do. But it's not a 5-star hotel. Expect a bit of... Indonesian charm. Bring your own wipes, just in case. Trust me.
Food! Give me the lowdown. Is the food worth it? And is it safe to eat? (I had a bad experience once...)
Okay, food. A crucial question. The restaurant situation is... well, it's there. The breakfast buffet? Basic. Think nasi goreng (fried rice), some fruit, a few sad pastries. Edible, sure. Glorious? Absolutely not. I had a plate of Nasi Goreng... it was fine. But the coffee? Weak. Like, "I need three cups just to feel vaguely awake" kind of weak. I feel like that's a universal hotel breakfast experience, though, right? As for safety... I would err on the side of caution. Don't go crazy with the street food. Stick to things you know. And pack some Pepto-Bismol, just in case. I am not providing medical advice, just a word to the wise.
Okay, so what *is* good about this place? Besides the view, you already sold me on that.
Alright, alright, let’s focus on the positives before my cynicism completely swallows me whole. Besides the *breathtaking* views, which, honestly, are worth the price of admission alone, RedDoorz Puncak Tahura has a certain... vibe. It's relaxed. It's chilled. You can escape. You can disappear. You can (attempt to) unplug – which I desperately needed. I spent an entire afternoon just sitting on the balcony, staring at the mountains, actually *breathing* fresh air. It was... nice. Genuinely nice. And the staff? They're sweet. Trying their best. It's not always perfect, there are language barriers, but they are always kind and helpful. Which, honestly, goes a long way.
The Internet situation. Because, let’s be real, even when you’re escaping, you might want to check your email. Or post your perfect view photos.
Oh, the internet... the bane of modern life. And at RedDoorz Puncak Tahura? It's... spotty. Let's put it that way. Don't expect blazing-fast speeds. You're in the mountains, after all. The Wi-Fi struggles. It really, *really* struggles. Prepare to be disconnected. Embrace it. Accept it. Or, you know, buy a local SIM card with lots of data, which is what I should have done. It might be a blessing in disguise, forced digital detox. I had a panic attack thinking of my work emails, and then it went away in the mist of the mountain...
Is it a good place for couples? Or more for families? Or solo travellers (like me!)?
Okay, this is a good question. I saw all sorts of people there. Couples? Definitely. The views are romantic. Families? Also a good bet, the kids can run around. Solo travelers? Perfect. The quiet is welcome. Now, I went by myself, and I ended up having a really fantastic time. I read books, which I hadn’t been able to do in months. I actually talked to some people, which was a surprise to myself. It's all about your state of mind. If you're looking for a quiet escape, you'll find it. If you're looking for a bustling social scene... well, you've come to the wrong place.
Any hidden gems or things to do around the area? Gotta get out of the hotel at some point, right?
Okay, so, hidden gems… hmmm. This is where it gets a little tricky. The area is quite rural. There's a botanical garden nearby – apparently, I didn't get there, but I heard it was pretty. There are tea plantations. Take a walk. Just get out and breathe the air. I had a great time just wandering. But you'll need transportation to get around. Scooters are available, but be careful – the roads are winding, and Indonesian driving can be... spirited!
Okay, spill the tea on how to get there! Is it easy to get to? What should I expect with transport?
Getting to RedDoorz Puncak Tahura can be a bit of an adventure. You'll most likely be coming from Jakarta. The road trip? It's long. And winding. And can get *very* busy, especially on weekends and holidays. Traffic jams are a real thing. I spent, like, five hours in a car. I regret it. I should have taken a train. So, plan ahead. Factor in extra time for traffic. Consider hiring a dedicated driver for the day. (Worth it, in my opinion.) The journey itself is part of the experience, though. You get to see the scenery change... from frantic city to lush greenery. Bring snacks. Bring music. And bring a serious dose of patience.
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