Elvis Tower Chic Studio: Cikarang's Coziest Getaway!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving HEADFIRST into Elvis Tower Chic Studio: Cikarang's Coziest Getaway! Honestly, I’ve been itching to review this place. You know, the one where you think you're just booking a room, but you secretly hope it's going to rekindle your inner rockstar (even if that rockstar’s only greatest hits are accidentally ordering a pizza online and watching cat videos).
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(Now, let the ramblings, the truth, and the slightly unhinged love of this place begin!)
Accessibility: A Mixed Bag (But Honestly, Mostly Good!)
Okay, so, accessibility. This is where I'm gonna be REALLY real. Facilities for disabled guests are listed, which is a HUGE plus. But sometimes, these things are a list. The elevator? Crucial. Exterior corridors? Good for easy navigation. I didn't personally test out every inch with a specific mobility need, so I can't give a definitive, glowing report. I will say the main areas seemed pretty navigable. Contact the hotel DIRECTLY to confirm specific needs. Seriously, don't just assume -- call them.
Wheelchair accessible? Undisclosed by the hotel.
Getting Around: Airport transfer is a godsend, especially after that long, soul-crushing flight. And honestly, Car park [free of charge] AND Car park [on-site]? YES. My inner penny-pincher sings! Taxi service is also available, which is cool. I personally used Car park [on-site] and had no problems finding a spot.
Cleanliness & Safety: More Than Just the Basics (Thank Goodness!)
Alright, let's talk about the current climate. You KNOW safety is at the top of everyone’s list. Elvis Tower Chic Studio? They seem to get it. First off, Hand sanitizer EVERYWHERE. I’m talking, in the lobby, by the elevators, by the… well, you get the idea. And Anti-viral cleaning products. Huge sigh of relief. Daily disinfection in common areas – check. Room sanitization opt-out available: love it! I need to breathe fresh air sometimes. Rooms sanitized between stays. YES! Makes you feel better, right? Staff trained in safety protocol – always a good sign. Safe dining setup – important. Individually-wrapped food options – less waste and safer. They’re really doing their best, and it shows.
Food, Glorious Food! (And the Occasional Moment of Bliss)
Oh. My. Food. This is where this place truly shines, and where I may have fallen a little (okay, a LOT) in love.
- Restaurants: They have multiple, which is a great start.
- Restaurants, Dining, Drinking & Snacking: A la carte in restaurant, 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, that's a LOT. I'll focus on my personal experience: The breakfast buffet? Phenomenal. Absolutely phenomenal. I'm not even a "buffet person," but this changed me. They had everything. Fresh fruit, pastries that practically begged to be eaten, hot dishes, all perfectly cooked. Honestly, I spent an embarrassing amount of time there.
The Asian cuisine? Oh. My. Goodness. The flavors! I’m still dreaming about the pad thai, and I don’t even like pad thai that much! But this was different. The chef clearly knows what they're doing.
The poolside bar? Essential! They make a killer cocktail, and sipping it by the pool, watching the world go by… pure bliss.
My one tiny complaint: The coffee shop wasn't open as early as I'd have liked. But honestly, I'm being picky. The rest was so good, I can forgive a slightly delayed caffeine fix.
Rooms & Amenities: Comfort Meets Chic (With a Touch of Rock 'n' Roll, Naturally!)
Now for the rooms. First of all: Air conditioning? Absolutely. In this climate? Crucial. Air conditioning in public area? Yes, thankfully! Bathrobes? Yes! Complimentary tea? Always a win. Free bottled water? Fantastic. High floor? I loved it! Internet access – wireless, Wi-Fi [free], Internet access – LAN? Covered! All the Internet you could ever want. Which is fantastic. Laptop workspace? Check. My work stuff was taken care of! And the real cherry on top? Soundproof rooms. I slept like a baby. Okay, maybe a baby who sometimes has to get up and grab another pastry. But still! Sleeping well is KEY. I also loved the Blackout curtains.
The decorations throughout the hotel are super sleek with a slight, nod to retro, which is right up my alley! I especially liked the artwork in the rooms. The mirror? Perfect for selfies, obviously. (Don't judge me!)
(Okay, time for a messy moment.) I did have an issue with the coffee maker. It was a tiny little thing, and I couldn’t, for the LIFE of me, figure out how to work it. (I'm not known for my technical prowess.) But, you know what? 24-hour room service to the rescue! They sent up a fresh pot in like, five minutes. So, A+ for customer service.
Services & Conveniences: Because Life is Supposed to Be Easy
Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Safety deposit boxes.
These are the things that make life easier, and they deliver. I was especially impressed with the Concierge; they were incredibly helpful with arranging transportation and giving me local recommendations. I didn't need them all, but it was nice to know they were there. And the Dry cleaning service? Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!
Relaxation Station: Spa, Pool, and Pure Bliss!
This is where the Elvis Tower REALLY shines.. I will say, this whole section made the trip 1000X better!
- Ways to relax: Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath, Massage, Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor].
I spent hours at the spa. Massage: sublime! I was so stressed before I got there, from work and everything, and then, suddenly, PURE BLISS with the massage. The therapists are skilled and attentive. Then I went to the Steam room and Sauna, and just… melted. Seriously, I don't remember feeling so relaxed in ages. And The Swimming pool [outdoor] with a view? Absolutely stunning. I could have stayed there all day. The pool itself is clean, the staff is attentive, and the view… well, let's just say it's Instagram-worthy. I spent a good portion of my time there--reading, relaxing, and sipping on cocktails from the Poolside bar. Pure. Heaven.
I didn’t try the Fitness center, but it looked decent. (Okay, I’m not the fitness type. But if you are, it’s there!)
For the Kids & Families (Because Life Doesn't Stop!)
I didn’t travel with kids, but I saw a few families, and they seemed happy. Babysitting service is available, which is a huge plus. Family/child friendly? yes! They have Kids meal. So, they're definitely set up for families.
Business Stuff (For the Hustlers and The Hard Workers!)
I'm not a business traveler, but I saw that they have: Business facilities; Audio-visual equipment for special events; Meeting/banquet facilities; Meetings; Meeting stationery; Seminars; Xerox/fax in business center -- it's all there. So, if you're mixing work and pleasure, you're covered!
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Alright, buckle up Buttercup, because this ain't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is… well, it's me trying to figure out how to survive a few days in Cikarang, Indonesia, holed up in a Homey and Cozy Studio at that Elvis Tower place, all thanks to the miracle of Travelio. Let’s see if I can actually make it through.
The Grand (and Possibly Slightly Disastrous) Cikarang Adventure: A Messy Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Existential Dread (and Pizza?)
- 8:00 AM: Okay, so the alarm screeches. I hate mornings. HATE them. Ugh, gotta drag myself out of bed and into…reality. The flight wasn't horrible, but the guy next to me snored like a pneumatic drill. Found a decent deal with AirAsia, at least, even if my back feels like a pretzel.
- 10:00 AM: Arrive at Jakarta's airport, find the pre-booked Grab car. The driver seems nice, but he keeps playing dangdut music, and I'm pretty sure I can't understand a single word. It's a long drive to Cikarang – a good time to contemplate the meaning of life, the price of instant noodles, and why I agreed to come here in the first place. Is this some kind of strange work event? Honestly, I can't even remember half the time.
- 12:00 PM: Check in to the Elvis Tower! Seriously, the name! I'm praying the interior isn't all glitter and jumpsuits. The Travelio app was user-friendly enough, everything seems clean, the studio is…small. But it's "cozy"! Right. Let's go with that. The 'Homey' part is yet to be seen. The view, however, is actually kinda cool. Looking out over the…well, I’m not entirely sure what I'm looking at. Some kind of industrial sprawl, I guess? Hey, at least there are palm trees.
- 1:00 PM: Unpack. Discover the closet has more hangers than clothes. Figure out the Wi-Fi. It's… slow. Very, very slow. Begin to question every life choice that led me here.
- 2:00 PM: Explore the immediate vicinity for food. The building itself has a mini-mart, bless its heart. But I long for something beyond instant coffee and questionable snacks. After a bit of poking around, and dodging some pretty intense scooter traffic, I find a little pizza place a few blocks away. Score!
- 3:00 PM: Pizza Time! The pizza – surprisingly good! I devour half a pizza in record time. The other half will be for later. I've got to pace myself!
- 4:00 PM: Stare out the window some more. Try to organize my workspace. Fail.
- 6:00 PM: Stumble down to the pool at the base of the building. Dip a toe, realize it's probably full of chlorine, and retreat back to the safety of the air conditioning.
- 7:30 PM: The Pizza continues to call. Re-heat and enjoy! Begin to feel a sense of peace… before it fades.
- 9:00 PM: Attempt to watch a movie on my laptop. Wi-Fi still struggles. Give up. Read a book and try to ignore the throbbing in my head.
- 10:00 PM: Lights out. Hopefully. Pray for a less-snoring neighbor and a better Wi-Fi gods.
Day 2: Culture Shock & the Search for Authenticity (and Better Coffee)
- 7:00 AM: Wake up. The air conditioning is blasting. Feel like I'm living in a freezer.
- 8:00 AM: The coffee maker in the kitchenette is a joke. Make instant coffee. Sob internally.
- 9:00 AM: Venture out in search of actual, non-instant coffee. This proves to be an adventure. I walk for 30 minutes. Finally found a little cafe that serves espresso. It tastes like heaven.
- 10:00 AM: I’m starting to think it's the only decent coffee for miles. Try to find my bearings, and research some local Indonesian treats on my phone. Discover a lot of street food.
- 11:00 AM: Decide to be brave and try some street food. Find a place with the most people. Point blindly at some…thing… and hand over some money. It's delicious (and spicy!), but I'm terrified of what it might do to my stomach.
- 12:00 PM: Walk around the nearby shopping mall. It’s huge, full of glitzy shops, and… well, it’s like every other shopping mall in the world, frankly. Start to feel a strange kind of homesickness.
- 1:00 PM: Lunch? Yes. More Street food? Maybe.
- 2:00 PM: More mall. Is there supposed to be something amazing to do around here?
- 3:00 PM: Take a Grab back to the hotel to avoid the heat.
- 4:00 PM: Read a book.
- 6:00 PM: Return to the cafe and grab a latte.
- 7:00 PM: Stroll in the streets.
- 8:00 PM: Attempt to cook something easy in the tiny kitchenette. Burn the noodles. Order takeout.
- 9:00 PM: Watch some TV; a local station. All the programs appear to be dubbed in Indonesian. Watch some of it.
- 10:00 PM: Sleep.
Day 3: A Glimmer of Hope (and the Real Reason I Came)
- 7:00 AM: Wake up. The AC is still going strong. Consider turning it off.
- 8:00 AM: Get coffee.
- 9:00 AM: Finalize plans for the event which is supposed to be what brought me here in the first place.
- 10:00 AM: Do some online work.
- 12:00 PM: Have a final lunch and try to make the most of it.
- 1:00 PM: Start packing.
- 2:00 PM: Relax and enjoy the final moments.
- 4:00 PM: Pack the suitcase and head out.
- 6:00 PM: At the airport for the flight home.
Day 4: Back Home!
- 12:00 AM: Back to my own bed.
- 7:00 AM: Back to work.
- 8:00 AM: Life continues.
Post-Trip Ramblings (The Honest Truth):
Okay, so Cikarang wasn't exactly Bali. It was a messy, slightly confusing, and, at times, utterly baffling experience. The Elvis Tower? More of a… well, a functional place to stay, I guess. The Wi-Fi was a disaster. The street food was a gamble. But the coffee… the coffee was a tiny, fleeting moment of pure joy.
Would I go back to Cikarang? Probably not. But I survived. And hey, at least I can say I've been to the Elvis Tower. And that, my friends, is a story for the ages. Maybe. Probably not. But it’s my story, dammit. And in the end, isn’t that what really matters? Probably not. But I’m glad it's done.
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Elvis Tower Chic Studio: Cikarang's Coziest (Maybe?!) Getaway - FAQs That Aren't Always Answers
So, Elvis Tower... Is it REALLY "Chic?" Because, Cikarang. Let's be real.
Okay, look. "Chic" in Cikarang is... well, it's a *relative* term. Think of it less "Parisian runway" and more "surprisingly clean and modern for a place that's definitely NOT near a Parisian runway." The studio, inside Elvis Tower itself, is actually pretty decent! I was expecting… something. Let's just say, I prepared myself for the worst, mentally. But the *studio*? The studio is pretty sweet. Modern furniture, nice enough lighting, you know? It tries. It really, really tries. Don't expect actual Elvis memorabilia plastered everywhere – though, I'm secretly hoping they’d lean into it MORE! (A framed "Blue Hawaii" poster wouldn't go amiss, you know?)
Is it actually *cozy*? I need to be able to Netflix and Chill without the overwhelming existential dread of a poorly designed space.
Cozy… hmm. Again, it depends on your definition. I AM a sucker for a good, soft blanket, and the one on the bed was surprisingly decent. The lighting is warm (important!), and the seating is comfortable. I spent one rainy afternoon completely horizontal, binging some truly terrible reality TV (don't judge!), and, yeah, it was cozy. Honestly, the biggest cozy factor was the lack of the usual urban din. No constant car horns or shouting, just the gentle hum of... well, it's Cikarang, so probably the industrial estate in the distance. But it's muffled! Bonus points for the blackout curtains. I slept *hard*. Like, disturbingly hard… I thought I was on the planet of Zzzzzzzzz-on.
What's the deal with the location? Is it… easy to get to? (And more importantly, easy to get *out* of?)
Okay, location. Cikarang. Let's be brutally honest: it's not exactly the *center* of anywhere. Getting there is… an adventure. Traffic. Oh, the traffic! I recommend trying it on a weekend. Definitely better. Once *in* Cikarang, Elvis Tower itself is pretty straightforward. Finding it isn't too bad with GPS. Just be prepared for a bit of a drive, and perhaps some mild existential questioning about your life choices as you sit in gridlock. Getting *out*? About the same. Plan accordingly. Bring snacks. And maybe a good podcast. I love podcasts. This one time, on the way out of Elvis Tower, I heard a podcast about... wait, it's not about the Elvis Tower is it? It was about the science of sleep. Ironic.
Let's talk amenities. Is there a decent Wi-Fi connection? Because, you know, work... or, you know, avoiding real life.
Wi-Fi. Ah, yes. The modern essential. The good news: yes, there *is* Wi-Fi. The bad news: It's Cikarang Wi-Fi. Meaning… it’s functional, sometimes. It works for basic stuff. Checking emails, streaming at a slightly lower resolution (thanks, buffering wheel!), you know, the basics. Don't expect to download massive files or host a video conference without some serious… patience. And possibly a blood pressure monitor. Seriously, though, it got me through my (mostly terrible) emails and my (mostly great) Netflix binge. So, yeah, it's fine. More than fine. It's a *miracle* compared to what I was expecting. I thought I would be using a dial-up modem, honestly.
Is the bathroom… clean? This is a dealbreaker.
Okay, *this* is important. I am a bathroom snob. I will admit it. And the bathroom at Elvis Tower? Surprisingly, yes. It was clean. Like, *really* clean. Tile gleamed, soap dispenser wasn't leaking all over the place, and the shower pressure was actually quite good. This is a huge win. I have stayed in places that were… less pristine, shall we say. The water *was* a bit slow to heat up, but that’s more of a minor nuisance than a dealbreaker. I am going to say it: The bathroom earned its keep. I spent a long time just appreciating the cleanliness. I felt so renewed after the shower. I actually spent longer in the shower than I needed to, just because it was such a comforting experience. And the water pressure? *Chef's kiss.*
Is there anything NEAR Elvis Tower? Like, actual THINGS to do? Or am I doomed to a Netflix-and-chill existence for the duration?
Okay, location, part deux. The immediate vicinity of Elvis Tower? Well… depends on your definition of "things." There are definitely restaurants and grocery stores. You may or may not find a decent cafe (I did, eventually, but it took some searching). You are mostly reliant on driving around. If you're looking for vibrant nightlife or endless entertainment options, you are (probably) in the wrong place. This isn't exactly a cultural hub, people. But, if your mission is to relax and decompress, Elvis Tower is a great starting place. But maybe, *maybe*, bring a book, a board game, and a willingness to embrace the quiet. And… you know, a good podcast. I like podcasts. It felt like there was nothing to *do*, but that also meant there was nothing to distract me from doing *nothing*. And that, in itself, was a win.
How was the customer service? Were the staff friendly?
The staff! Ah, yes, the staff. They were… fine. They were nice enough, helpful enough. Not overly effusive, but not rude either. They got me checked in, showed me the way, and were generally polite. Nothing to write home about (except that I *am* writing home about it, I guess). No real warm fuzzies, but no major issues either. It's not like they're trying to win awards for hospitality or anything. They're just… there, doing their job. Which, in this day and age, is honestly more than you can sometimes ask for. I needed an extra towel, and they got it to me right away. That's all I really hoped for.
Okay, be honest. Would you go back? And why?
Would I go back? Hmm. That's a tough one. On the one hand, it's not the *most* exciting place in the world. On the other hand… it wasCozy Stay Spot
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