Tokyo Riverside Dream Home: 2BR Gem in Tangerang!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups! Because we're about to dive headfirst into the, uh, "Tokyo Riverside Dream Home: 2BR Gem in Tangerang!" – and lemme tell you, it's a journey. Forget those sterile, corporate hotel reviews – This is going to be messy, real, and hopefully, hilarious.
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Alright, let's start with the basics. I'm a travel blogger, a total sucker for a good deal, and someone who appreciates a solid cup of coffee. So, did the "Tokyo Riverside Dream Home" deliver? Well…it's complicated. Let's break it down, shall we?
The Arrival & Accessibility - A Mixed Bag, Sadly
Getting there? That's the first hurdle. I’m coming straight. The review should be honest. First of all, the "accessibility" thing is where things got real. The website boasted about "facilities for disabled guests," which, you know, sounds promising. But, and this is a BIG but, I really needed to see the proof. Were there ramps? Wide doorways? Enough space to actually maneuver? Sadly, I'm not confident of the accessibility, though I did not get a clear sense myself. In short, call ahead and verify. Be prepared for some potential inconvenience, which is a really big bummer.
Getting Around - Easy Peasy (If You Have a Car)
Now, once you are there, the car park is free. Score! I’m very happy for people who have a rental car. The taxi service is readily available. And, if you’re into it, they even have a car power charging station, so, yeah.
The Fortress of Cleanliness - Kinda Makes You Breathe Easier
Okay, let's be honest. These days, cleanliness is EVERYTHING. And, I'm happy to report the "Tokyo Riverside Dream Home" seems to be taking it seriously.
- Cleanliness and safety: “I’m actually impressed!” The team uses “anti-viral cleaning products,” and the daily disinfection in common areas. They've even got “professional-grade sanitizing services.” AND, get this, you can opt-out of room sanitization. This is a big plus, for me.
- Safety/security feature: Let me repeat that, they have features. They've got “CCTV in common areas” and “CCTV outside property.” You’ll have “security [24-hour]” and smoke alarms, so that takes some of the edge off of traveling to places like this!
The Room Itself: A 2BR Gem? - Yes to that for sure
My 2BR room was spacious and generally clean. The "rooms sanitized between stays" gave me some much-needed peace of mind. The "individually-wrapped food options" for breakfast were a nice touch. The bed? Comfy enough for a decent night's sleep, and the “blackout curtains” were a lifesaver.
- Available in all rooms :
- Air conditioning: Thank Goodness, it’s hot in Tangerang!
- Alarm clock: Who uses these anymore? I just used my phone.
- Bathrobes: Nice touch, fancy!
- Bathroom phone: This is an old one, I did not try it.
- Bathtub
- Blackout curtains: Essential!
- Carpeting: Eh.
- Closet
- Coffee/tea maker: Essential!
- Complimentary tea: A plus!
- Daily housekeeping
- Desk
- Extra long bed: They even thought of the tall people!
- Free bottled water: Yep!
- Hair dryer: Check!
- High floor: My apartment was high up.
- In-room safe box: Good to have.
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- Internet access – LAN: Never used
- Internet access – wireless: Always used.
- Ironing facilities: No wrinkle issues.
- Laptop workspace
- Linens: Soft, nice, everything you need.
- Mini bar: Yes!
- Mirror
- Non-smoking: Important!
- On-demand movies: Nope.
- Private bathroom
- Reading light: Didn;t use.
- Refrigerator: Crucial for the mini-bar!
- Safety/security feature
- Satellite/cable channels
- Scale: I hate scales, but it’s there.
- Seating area: Yes!
- Separate shower/bathtub
- Shower
- Slippers: Comfy.
- Smoke detector
- Socket near the bed: Good for charging.
- Sofa: It was comfortable.
- Soundproofing: Yes!
- Telephone: Nope.
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Umbrella: Did not need.
- Visual alarm
- Wake-up service: Nope.
- Wi-Fi [free]: Fast.
- Window that opens
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Culinary Adventure? - Maybe?
Okay, the dining situation was…interesting. There's a "Buffet in restaurant," which is always a safe bet. I heard it’s not like a food court. The “Asian cuisine in restaurant” was a plus. I really enjoyed my dishes.
- Dining, drinking, and snacking:
- A la carte in restaurant :
- Alternative meal arrangement : Never tried it!
- 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 :
Chill Out Zone: Spa, Pool, and the Like – A Mixed Bag, Too
What I really wanted to know about was the "relaxation" stuff. The website bragged about a pool with a view. Awesome, right? The “Pool with view” was really great. I took a swim and it felt good.
- Things to do, ways to relax:
- Body scrub :
- Body wrap :
- Fitness center :
- Foot bath :
- Gym/fitness :
- Massage :
- Pool with view :
- Sauna :
- Spa :
- Spa/sauna :
- Steamroom :
- Swimming pool :
- Swimming pool [outdoor] :
Services and Conveniences: The Nuts and Bolts - Pretty Solid
Okay, here's where the "Tokyo Riverside Dream Home" actually shines. They've clearly put thought into making guests' lives easier.
- Services and conveniences:
- 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
For the Kiddos: Family-Friendly? - Maybe. Get Confirmation
I'm not traveling with kids, but I know it's important. “Babysitting service” is on the menu, which is a plus. But always check the details.
- For the kids:
- Babysitting service :
- Family/child friendly :
- Kids facilities :
- Kids meal
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to embark on a whirlwind, possibly disastrous, but definitely memorable trip to… well, Tokyo's vibe in PIK 2, Tangerang, Indonesia. Sounds legit, right? Let's see how this pans out. I'm already prepping for the inevitable lost luggage, questionable street food, and the existential dread that comes with staring into the abyss of a rental apartment.
The Great Homey 2BR Tokyo Riverside PIK 2 "Adventure" (or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Mosquitoes)
Day 1: Arrival, Apartment Hunt, and Utter Disbelief
- Morning (8:00 AM): Landed at Soekarno-Hatta. The humidity hit me like a wet, warm blanket. Already regretting the jeans. Taxi ride to PIK 2. The drive was a blur of chaotic traffic, the smell of what I think was burning spices (maybe?).
- Mid-Morning (10:00 AM): FINALLY! Arrived at "The Great Homey 2BR Tokyo Riverside PIK 2 By Travelio." Okay, the "Tokyo Riverside" part is stretching it. It feels less like Tokyo and more like a suspiciously clean subdivision. The apartment? Let's just say the pictures were, shall we say, generous.
- Rambling Observation: The lobby is gleaming. I swear, someone's been personally polishing the faux-marble columns. The security guard’s uniform is crisper than a freshly fried spring roll. I'm already suspect. Where's the REAL Jakarta?
- Lunch (12:00 PM): Found a local warung (small eatery) near the complex. Ordered nasi goreng. It was…okay. Better the culinary adventures to come, hopefully.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): Unpacked. Discovered the AC is either permanently on "arctic blast" or "sweat box". Currently cycling through both modes. Attempting to connect to the internet. The Wi-Fi password is longer than my last breakup saga.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Decided to venture out for dinner. Got hopelessly lost trying to find a proper restaurant. Ended up at a 7-Eleven. Dinner: a surprisingly decent bakso cup noodles and a lukewarm Pocari Sweat.
- A Moment of Truth: Feeling a little… defeated. The "Tokyo vibes" are eluding me. The mosquitoes, however, are not.
- Night (9:00 PM): Scouring Lazada for bug spray. Found a particularly terrifying cockroach chilling by the bathroom. Praying it’s a one-off.
- Emotional Level: Mild panic. Intense longing for my own bed. Maybe I should've just stayed home.
Day 2: "Exploring" (aka, The Mall) and Culinary Curiosity (and Regret)
- Morning (9:00 AM): After a night of fitful sleep (mosquitoes!), I decided I need a dose of civilization. Headed to the PIK 2 "Mall." It’s more a sprawling collection of shops than a mall.
- Mid-Morning (11:00 AM): The mall is… a sensory experience. Loud music, people everywhere, and the overwhelming scent of fried everything. Found a Starbucks for the coffee fix I desperately needed.
- Quirky Observation: The Starbucks barista was wearing a Pikachu hat. I'm not sure if this is a sign of my sanity or a sign that I need more sleep.
- Lunch (1:00 PM): I decided to be adventurous. Daring. Stupid. Found a sate cart (satay) near the mall. The meat was…questionable. The sauce was… fiery. My stomach is currently staging a protest.
- Culinary Disaster Zone: I can't stop thinking about the sate. The lingering taste of questionable meat and too much peanut in the most painful way.
- Afternoon (3:00 PM): Back at the apartment, nursing my stomach and attempting to read a book. The apartment is actually starting to grow on me. The view from the balcony is… well, it's there. Overlooking a courtyard and the sounds of construction. It’s a vibe. A bizarre, mosquito-filled vibe.
- Evening (6:00 PM): Determined to redeem myself. Went on the hunt for a decent restaurant. Found a place that, according to the reviews, served "authentic Japanese ramen."
- Ramen Revelation (or Deception?): The ramen was… interesting. The broth was clear, the noodles were a bit chewy, and the chashu pork was… well, it tasted like pork. Nothing like the authentic Japanese ramen I know. It's still pretty good, though.
- Night (9:00 PM): Watching Indonesian TV. This is what I call "culture." It’s filled with dramatic soap operas and commercials for skin-whitening products.
- Emotional Level: Mildly amused. Slightly disturbed. Still battling the mosquitoes.
- Thought: Maybe I should have booked a fancy Japanese-style hotel instead. But the apartment has a certain… charm. Or maybe it’s Stockholm Syndrome setting in.
Day 3: That Day (aka, The Day Everything Went Wrong But Also, Kinda Right)
- Morning (8:00 AM): Woke up with a mosquito bite on my forehead. Enough said. Decided to actually check out a local area. Not the mall. Not the questionable food carts.
- Mid-Morning (9:00 AM): Found a local market. Ah, the smells! The sights! The sounds! Everything from Durian to fresh fish to the most beautiful tropical fruits I've ever seen. The energy of the place was incredible.
- Lunch (12:00 PM): I'd decided on a local market, with a sense of optimism. I bought some fresh fruit and a small order of gado-gado, a traditional Indonesian salad. The flavors were like nothing I've ever experienced. The peanut sauce? Divine.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): Started wandering near the waterside. The ocean air, the salty breeze, the sun. Everything I had hoped for.
- Evening (5:00 PM): The rain poured down out of nowhere! Ran for cover. I ended up in a small cafe, with the best coffee. The conversations with the owner were inspiring. The smell of jasmine plants was overwhelming.
- Night (8:00 PM): Went to a restaurant on the beach. The lights, the sounds out of the waves. One of the most beautiful events of my life. The taste and the scent of the dish.
- Night (11:00 PM): Back at the apartment, feeling surprisingly content. The mosquito bites are still there, but somehow, they seem less important. Maybe this "Tokyo vibe" isn't about the location. Maybe it's about finding a bit of joy, even in a place that seems a little… off.
Day 4: The Departure (aka, The Mixed Feelings)
- Morning (9:00 AM): Packing. Regretting not buying more of that fruit. Wondering if I can smuggle a mosquito or two back home.
- Mid-Morning (10:00 AM): Checked out of the apartment. The security guard waved with a slightly suspicious smile.
- Lunch (12:00 PM): One last nasi goreng, this time from a slightly less sketchy vendor.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): Taxi ride back to the airport. The chaotic traffic seemed less daunting this time.
- Emotional Level: Surprisingly nostalgic. This trip was imperfect, messy, and more than a little strange. But it was also… real.
- Departure: Goodbye, PIK 2. Goodbye, mosquitoes. Goodbye, questionable ramen. Until next time, Indonesia. You crazy, beautiful country. I'll be back! Eventually.
P.S. Still no idea what the "Tokyo Riverside" thing is all about, but hey, who cares? I survived. And that, my friends, is what matters.
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Okay, so, "Tokyo Riverside Dream Home" in Tangerang... is it *actually* a dream? Let's be honest.
What *actually* makes it "Tokyo-esque"? I'm picturing tiny apartments and vending machines on every corner…
2-Bedroom? How much space are we *really* talking about? I'm claustrophobic, and my cat needs room to roam.
What about the location? Is it actually *near* anything? I'm not trying to spend half my life in traffic.
What about the amenities? Pool, gym, anything to justify the price tag?
Is it noisy? Because, honestly, I need my beauty sleep.
Okay, fine, sold. But what's the *absolute worst* thing about living there? Don't sugarcoat it. Dish the dirt.
Okay, final question. Would you recommend it? Honestly?
