In Reply to: Can I ask... posted by highrise on Tuesday, 27. March 2007 at 09:24 Bali Time:
I know some people love this hotel. The reasons why I didn't like it may well be the reasons they do! Each to their own. I prefer rooms in gardens, not in blocks. However, the room itself was very nice - spacious enough and clean. Breakfast was good, although inside a lower-floor restaurant. A view is always nicer, I think. The kids liked the waterslide, but I felt the outdoor pool area was looking a little shabby and run-down. I didn't like the poolside bingo over the microphone! Kind of ruined my peaceful snooze and book-reading afternoon. Although located close to the beach, there is no view of it from the main pool area. Also, price of a large Bintang was Rp.50000, and at the Mandira, a nicer hotel, it was Rp.41000. Still more expensive than Tegal Sari Rp.16000, if I remember correctly! Plus we actually got the Mandira for a much better price than the Dynasty in the end. But as I said before, it's all about your personal preference. That's just mine. Enjoy your holiday!