Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata Hotel: Bandar Lampung's BEST Kept Secret?
Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata Hotel: Bandar Lampung's BEST Kept Secret? A Rambling Review - With a Side of "Did I Book the Right Place?"
Okay, okay, deep breaths. Here's the deal: I’ve just wrestled my way out of Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata Hotel in Bandar Lampung, and my brain is still running some pretty wild diagnostics. This review? Well, it’s gonna be less laser-focused and more… well, me. Prepare for a journey. Consider this your official unofficial guide.
First, the name. "Unbelievable Deal!" Geez Louise, that's a promise, isn't it? Let’s see if they deliver.
Accessibility: Can a Tourist Get Around? (And Will They Want To?)
Right, let’s start with the basics. Getting to the hotel? Finding this "hidden gem" wasn’t exactly a stroll in the park. Accessibility in the broader sense of ease of finding? Let's say Google Maps had a little… misunderstanding with the local road network. Finding the place was an adventure, like a scavenger hunt designed by a particularly mischievous gnome.
As for wheelchair accessibility, the website says they have facilities for disabled guests – but I didn’t personally see a ton of evidence of it. I'm no mobility expert, but I'd advise contacting the hotel before you book if you're relying on those facilities. Clear communication is always a plus, eh?
Getting There and Back - The Airport Shuffle:
They offer airport transfer, which is a HUUUGE plus. After that slightly chaotic arrival, I was beyond grateful. It's a non-negotiable for places like this, honestly. Car park [free of charge] is also clutch. No parking fees? Score! Car park [on-site]? Check. Valet parking? Now, that's just showing off. Taxi service too – handy for exploring the local area when you’re ready to leave the hotel.
The Digs - In The Room and Around The Place:
Okay, the rooms themselves. Drumroll please… They're… functional. Let's go with that. The RedDoorz experience is all about bang for your buck, right?
- Available in all rooms: Uhhh… depends. You definitely get air conditioning, which is ESSENTIAL in Bandar Lampung. And Wi-Fi [free] – praise the internet gods, because I need to check my Instagram so bad. Air conditioning is a literal lifesaver.
- The essentials: Alarm clock. Bathrobes. Bathroom phone (okay, I’m not sure I’ve used one of these since the 90s, but there it is.) Mirror. Desk. Non-smoking. Shower. Toiletries. Towels. All present and accounted for.
- Little Extras: Complimentary tea – a nice touch. Hair dryer – essential for smoothing out that travel hair. Mini bar – always a temptation!
- What You Might Get: Extra long bed? Not sure, didn't measure. In-room safe box? Better safe than sorry. Laptop workspace? Yes! Satellite/cable channels? Yes. Scale? (I really don't want to know.)
- The Internet Situation: It's a mixed bag. Internet access – wireless? Yes. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Yes! Internet [LAN]? Probably won't happen. Internet access – LAN? Uh… doubtful.
Cleanliness, Safety, and "Is This Place Safe to Eat, Drink and Sleep In?":
Okay, this is important. And I’m going to be blunt. Cleanliness and safety are paramount, especially these days.
- What They Say They Do: They tout Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer, Room sanitization between stays. They claim Staff trained in safety protocol. Professional-grade sanitizing services. Rooms sanitized between stays – let’s hope they're not fibbing.
- First Aid is available: Good. You never know.
- Things I Actually Saw: Honestly, I didn’t notice anything glaringly wrong. The common areas seemed reasonably clean. The room… well, it was clean-ish. Let's say it wasn't a sterile lab, but I didn't run screaming.
- The Safety Net: CCTV in common areas. CCTV outside property. Fire extinguisher. Smoke alarms, all make me feel a little less anxious. And let's be real: 24-hour security is a huge comfort.
- Food and Drink Safety: Sanitized kitchen and tableware items is good.
Eating, Drinking, and Avoiding Hangry Meltdowns:
Alright, food. This, my friends, is where things get… interesting.
- Breakfast: They offer Breakfast [buffet]. Allegedly. This is where my memory gets hazy. Some days, there was a buffet. Other days, it was a vague suggestion of a buffet. It's a gamble. Asian breakfast sometimes. Western breakfast? Yep, probably. Breakfast in room? Possibly. Breakfast takeaway service? Maybe, if you ask REALLY nicely.
- Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants: Seems like there are Restaurants. Asian cuisine in restaurant, again, probably. Western cuisine in restaurant, definitely. Desserts in restaurant. Coffee/tea in restaurant. They actually do have a Poolside bar.
- The Ambience: It’s not the Ritz. It's more… functional. But when you just need to eat, drink, and perhaps escape the chaos of traffic, this place will do.
- The Alternatives: Room service [24-hour] – a lifesaver. Bottle of water – thank goodness. Snack bar? Possibly.
- Special Considerations: Vegetarian restaurant? Maybe.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax, and Avoiding Utter Boredom:
Okay, you are NOT coming here for a super-luxury spa vacation. But…
- The "Relaxation" Zone: They have a Swimming pool [outdoor]– it's decent. Fitness center? Ah, yes, the mythical fitness center. I saw some machines. I'll leave it at that.
- More Spa Stuff: They have a Spa/sauna? No personal experience.
Services and Conveniences: The "I Need Help!" Department:
This is where RedDoorz pulls it out of the bag a bit.
- The Essentials: Front desk [24-hour]? Yes. Daily housekeeping? Yes! Luggage storage? YES! Thank goodness – I needed to dump my bags. Doorman? Yes. Concierge? Not sure.
- The "Help!" Department: Laundry service? Yes. Dry cleaning? Probably. Ironing service? Definitely. Food delivery? Maybe.
- Business Stuff: They have Business facilities. A Meeting/banquet facilities.
For the Kids/Families:
- Family/child friendly: Well, it is.
- Babysitting service?: Highly doubt it
- Kids facilities: Nonexistent
The Verdict: Is This a "Unbelievable Deal?"
Look, let's be honest. This place isn't going to win any awards for luxury. It’s not the flashiest hotel. It's a solid, functional, and reasonably priced option. This place is Bandar Lampung's BEST Kept Secret? Maybe. When you're on a budget and just need somewhere clean(ish) to sleep, and don't particularly care about the details, then this place might be for you.
My Honest "Unbelievable Deal" Offer (Because It's What You Need):
Okay, here’s my pitch:
IF:
- You're on a budget.
- You prioritize convenience and functionality over luxury.
- You're happy with a comfortable, if slightly unpretentious, experience.
- You need to get around the place and be in safety.
THEN:
BOOK Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata Hotel!
This is a strategic stay that will give you that feeling of being safe and at home. Don't expect the moon on a stick, and you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Final Ramblings:
Would I stay here again? Maybe. Would I recommend it to everyone? No. But if you're looking for a reasonably priced option in Bandar Lampung, it's worth considering. Just manage your expectations, pack your patience, and maybe bring your own snacks. And enjoy the adventure!
P.S. Seriously, double-check those directions. And bring a good book, because that "pool with a view" might
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Alright, buckle up buttercups! You're getting a real itinerary, the kind that actually happens, not the perfectly curated Instagram fantasy. We're diving headfirst into RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata Hotel in Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, and I'm armed with a notepad, way too much excitement, and a crippling fear of spicy food. Let's go!
Bandar Lampung: Operation "No Regrets (Except Maybe the Sambal)"
(Day 1: Arrival & Existential Dread in a Hotel Room)
- Morning (ish) - The Descent: Landed in Bandar Lampung. The airport had that distinct Indonesian airport smell… a mix of something vaguely floral, exhaust fumes, and fried things. I swear I could smell the future nasi goreng. Grabbed a taxi – haggling involved. I'm terrible at haggling. Gave the guy too much, probably. Already regretting my life choices.
- Afternoon - RedDoorz Check-in & Initial Panic: Found RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata. The pictures on the booking website looked, well, perfectly clean. The reality? Still clean, just… smaller. And the aircon sounded like a tiny, dying jet engine. Mild panic set in. Did I make a mistake? Should I have gone for that other place with the suspiciously cheap breakfast buffet? Nope, stay put. Embrace the budget! I took this decision as my first lesson.
- Late Afternoon - The Room Inspection & The Bed: Honestly, the room was kind of cute, in a "student dorm room" kind of way. The bed looked tragically firm. Tested the mattress. Yep, rock solid. This is either going to be amazing for my back, or a disaster. We'll see. I'm writing this from the bathroom.
- Evening - First Dinner & the Sambal Saga: Found a local warung (small eatery) near the hotel. Ordered something that looked promising, but the language barrier was REAL. I pointed, smiled, and hoped for the best. Ate the "best" and the result was… a delicious experience. But then… the sambal. Oh, the sambal. My mouth EXPLODED. It was glorious, and then… I couldn't feel my tongue. Watched the sunset trying to recover. Ended the night by chugging water, making a mental note to pack more antacids, and wondering if my taste buds would ever recover.
(Day 2: Exploring the City, Getting Lost, and Losing My Mind (A Little)
- Morning - Breakfast & The Quest for Coffee: The breakfast at the hotel was basic, but the coffee… oh, the coffee! Strong, sweet, and probably brewed in a rusty bucket, but glorious. This is life. Fueled up, I embarked on the "explore Bandar Lampung" mission.
- Late Morning - The Lost City and the Taxi Driver's Wisdom: Decided to be brave and navigate the streets by myself. Got utterly, hopelessly lost almost immediately. My sense of direction is legendary… in its ineptitude. Flagged down a taxi, resigned to being taken for a ride (literally and figuratively). The driver, bless his heart, found my distress amusing. He told me this city is the only place a person could get lost. I learned that this is the essence of the city. He gave me a mini-tour, pointing out temples I couldn't see, market stalls with food I was too scared to try, and historical buildings that probably had more character than me.
- Afternoon - The Beach (and the Bugs): Visited a beach. It was beautiful, the turquoise water was so inviting. But the sandflies… they were not. I’m scratching while I type this. Sunscreen is key here. The experience felt surreal, seeing the ocean, wondering if I was dreaming.
- Evening - Dinner Attempt #2 & The Night Market (and the Spicy Food Strikes Again): Found a restaurant. This time I knew to ask for “no sambal.” Though I could not resist the temptation. I'm a glutton for punishment, I guess. The night market was a sensory overload. Smells, sounds, and sights galore! And more food! More tempting, delicious-smelling food! Resisted. This time. Probably. Walked back to the hotel with my stomach full.
(Day 3: The Departure & the Bitter-Sweet Goodbye)
- Morning - Last Coffee & Room Debrief: Had one last, glorious cup of coffee, even though I knew what my stomach would feel like later. Packed. Did a final inspection of the room. Found a stray sock. Not mine. Mysterious.
- Late Morning - Check-out & The "I'll Be Back" Moment: Check-out was smooth. Said goodbye to the friendly staff. As I walked out, despite the uncomfortable mattress, the questionable weather, and the constant threat of spicy food, I felt… wistful. Bandar Lampung, and even the RedDoorz with its questionable aircon and firm bed, had wormed its way into my heart. It was a city, a culture, an experience.
- Afternoon - To the next adventure. Departed from Bandar Lampung, and headed to my next adventure, with a full stomach, a slightly scorched tongue, and a suitcase full of memories.
Final Thoughts:
- RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata: It's budget-friendly. It's basic. It's a place to crash. It’s clean. It's simple. However, it is what it is.
- Bandar Lampung: Go. Get lost. Eat the food (carefully). Embrace the chaos. And bring antacids. Seriously.
- Me: Tired. Happy. Already planning my return.
Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Dwipa Wisata Hotel: Bandar Lampung's BEST Kept Secret? (Yeah, Right... Maybe)
Okay, spill the tea. Is this "BEST Kept Secret" actually *good*? Or just... cheap?
Alright, alright, settle down, drama queens. Look, let's be honest. Bandar Lampung isn't exactly known for its… *glamour*. Dwipa Wisata Hotel, and by extension, the RedDoorz version of it, is… well, it's a *vibe*. It's less "luxury resort" and more "budget-friendly adventure in a place that’s seen better days." Think of it like a slightly rusty, but ultimately reliable, bicycle. You *can* get where you need to go, but don't expect to win any Tour de France stages.
It’s cheap, undeniably cheap. And that's the hook. I booked it. I was broke. I needed a place. Simple as that. My expectations were... low. Lower than a limbo dancer under a particularly grumpy judge. Let's just say, upon entry, I wasn't exactly greeted by a symphony. More a gentle… *thump* of distant karaoke from the other side of the hotel, which I later learned was a 24/7 affair.
Room details? What's the deal *really* like in the actual room?
Okay, here's the raw truth. My room? It was… compact. Imagine your closet, but you can *live* in it. The bed? Firm. *Very* firm. Like, "I now understand why they call it a box spring," firm. But hey, at least it was clean-ish. I mean, there weren't any… *obvious* signs of previous tenants. I did find a stray pen, and a… *thing*. I still don't know what it was. But I survived. And hey, I'm still here to tell the tale, right?
The bathroom? Functional. The shower… well, the water came out. Sometimes hot. Sometimes lukewarm. Sometimes… questioning the meaning of life. But hey, at least the toilet flushed! (Always a win.) The AC? Prayed it worked. Sometimes felt effective, other times sounded like it was auditioning for a chain-saw simulator sound effects role. Honestly, it felt less "cooling" and more "a constant reminder this whole place is a bit… well, old."
Is the location any good? Is it near anything interesting?
Alright, location. Now *that's* where things get a bit… dicey. Dwipa Wisata is *technically* in Bandar Lampung. Which is like saying, "the Eiffel Tower is in Paris." Yes, but… good luck getting there. Everything is a little further away than the map implies. You're going to be relying on Grab (the ride-hailing app) and sheer willpower to get anywhere remotely exciting.
The hotel itself? It's… *there*. Across the street from a warung (a small local eatery – the food was passable, and the prices were right!), and down the street… well, down the street you have the "Bandar Lampung nightlife." Which consists mostly of motorbikes, and other hotels with similar 'deals'. If you're looking for a beach, you're going to need a ride. If you want a bustling market, you need a ride. Basically, you need a ride for *everything*. Consider that in your budget.
The "Unbelievable Deal" part… what did that *actually* mean? What's so great about the price?
Okay, let's get to the heart of it. The price. It's the *raison d'etre* of this whole experience. Compared to the other hotels in Bandar Lampung? You're getting a steal. I'm talking, you could buy a whole load of instant noodles AND a few packs of cigarettes with the money you save. It's basically the cheapest option that still offers four walls and a roof. That's the *unbelievable* bit. Is it the *best* hotel experience of your life? Absolutely not (unless you're in a particularly masochistic mood). Is it a place to crash for a night or two without breaking the bank? Hell yeah.
I remember during my stay, I was short on cash and didn't want the trip to be a burden. My initial feeling was that the price alone saved me from a financial catastrophe. You do kind of feel like you're part of this secret society of budget travelers, you know? "We're the ones who know about the *Dwipa Wisata*! We're the champions of cheap!"
Food situation? Any breakfast included? Is there a restaurant?
Oh, the food… look, the hotel *claims* to offer breakfast. My memory is slightly hazy on this. I seem to recall a very… *minimal* offering of toast and instant coffee. Honestly, I skipped it after day one in favor of exploring those warungs across the street. And honestly, I'd recommend you do the same.
As for the restaurant… well, let's just say it's not the Four Seasons. Expect a limited menu. Expect… well, not fine dining. Actually, expect "food". You will likely eat food. You will probably survive. That's about it. Just. Eat. Elsewhere. Trust me.
Okay, okay. The ONE experience you *really* remember. The thing that defines this hotel?
Alright. Buckle up. This is my *definitive* memory. It's 3 AM. The karaoke is *still* going full blast. I'm tossing and turning on my rock-hard bed. Then, I heard a *tap*. A gentle, persistent tap. At my door.
I groggily stumble out of bed, heart pounding. Who the heck is knocking at 3 AM? I squint through the peephole and see… nothing. Just the hallway. Tap. Tap. Tap. Sounded like the hotel's resident ghost. So I slowly open the door. There, sitting innocently outside my door was a small, brown dog, wagging its tail frantically.
Now, don't get me wrong. I *love* dogs. But at 3 AM, being woken up by a dog that very clearly did not belong to me was… unsettling. I closed the door. Went back to bed. Tap. Tap. Tap. The dog clearly had a mission. I opened the door. The dog wagged again. It looked at me. It looked at the hallway. It looked at me again. And then, it started walking down the hall. I followed it. We walked together, in a silent pact, until it reached a different room, where it proceeded to scratch at the door. I understood. I had been enlisted as the pup's door-opening buddy. I woke whoever was inside, with the dog, and went back to my room. I am still not sure how the dog got in the building.
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