Jakarta Luxury: Unbelievable 2BR Casa Grande Oasis Awaits!
Jakarta Luxury: Unbelievable 2BR Casa Grande Oasis Awaits! (A Messy, Honest Review)
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I'm about to spill the (very fancy, probably imported) tea on this "Unbelievable 2BR Casa Grande Oasis" thingy. Let's be real, sometimes the word "luxury" gets thrown around like confetti. But in this case? Well, let's just say it mostly lives up to the hype. Prepare for a review that's less polished brochure and more "me rambling after a week of poolside bliss."
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Accessibility:
Right, so, the fine print. Accessibility is a big deal for me, and while the Casa Grande mostly tries, it’s not perfect. The elevator is a lifesaver, thank heavens! Getting to the upper floors with luggage is a breeze. They have facilities for disabled guests, which I did appreciate. Didn't get to fully use them, but the intention was there. One tiny, nagging issue? Some of the pathways inside the building felt a little tight for a wheelchair - think squeezing past a particularly enthusiastic bouquet of lilies. Check-in/out were a smooth, almost too smooth. Contactless check-in/out was a bonus too.
On-site accessible restaurants / lounges:
I didn't specifically check, but the layout of the restaurants seems accessible. I will admit I was too busy gawking at the rooftop pool to do a full accessibility inventory.
Things to Do (aka, Where Did My Week Go?):
Okay, so you want the lowdown? Where to even begin?
- The Rooftop Pool: OH. MY. GOD. (See, I told you I'd get emotional). This is not just a pool. It’s a vista. It’s a vibe. It's the place where I spent 80% of my waking hours. The pool with a view is truly breathtaking. I mean, seriously, just looking at it made me feel like I was in a James Bond film. Pure, unadulterated bliss. There are also poolside bar, which, duh, major win. I'm pretty sure I drank a small island's worth of cocktails. I highly recommend the "Sunrise Serenade" (or whatever it was called… memory’s a little hazy).
- Ways to Relax: They have all the usual suspects: Spa, Sauna, Steamroom. Tried them. Loved them. My skin is still glowing. The Massage was divine. Seriously, the masseuse could probably knead the stress out of a rock. I'm not usually one for Body scrubs, but the one I got was surprisingly… pleasant. And the Foot bath was a sneaky little bit of genius.
- Fitness Center: Okay, look, I intended to use the Fitness center. I swear I did. I even saw it! But the pool… the pool kept calling my name. From what I saw, it looked well-equipped. Gym/fitness is on-site. Just… I may or may not have spent more time lounging than actually exercising. My bad.
Cleanliness and Safety (Covid-Era Anxiety, Begone!):
Alright, let’s get real. I'm a tad obsessed with cleanliness, especially these days. And Casa Grande? They seem to be taking it seriously.
- Anti-viral cleaning products are definitely in use.
- Daily disinfection in common areas was evident.
- Hand sanitizer stations everywhere. Seriously, you couldn’t swing a cat (not that you should swing a cat) without hitting a dispenser.
- Room sanitization opt-out available, which I loved, because sometimes you just want to breathe in the clean, sterile air.
- Staff trained in safety protocol. And they seemed genuinely nice about it, not like they were just going through the motions.
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items. I saw. I believed. I ate.
- Rooms sanitized between stays. Good to know.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, which they mostly managed to enforce (though the pool got a little crowded at times).
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking (aka, Did I Gain 10 Pounds?):
Okay, full disclosure: the food was AMAZING. I’m not usually a buffet person (too much decision-making!), but their Breakfast [buffet] was ridiculous. Seriously, the Asian breakfast options were incredible. The Western breakfast wasn’t bad either. They had Asian cuisine in restaurant, but also International cuisine in restaurant. You. Could. Eat. All. Day.
- 24-hour Room Service: This is a dangerous feature. I may have ordered way too much pizza at 3 AM.
- Coffee shop: The coffee was excellent, and the pastries were even better.
- Restaurants: Everything was on point! Food was great. Ambience was top notch.
- Desserts in restaurant: I'm not a sweet tooth person, but I enjoyed the desserts. Not complaining.
- Happy hour: YES. Do it.
- Poolside bar: See above (re: cocktails).
- Snack bar: They had the usual snacks. I got hungry. I bought the snacks.
- Vegetarian restaurant: YES. There's everything for everyone.
Services and Conveniences (aka, What Else Can They Throw at You?):
So, the Casa Grande is packed with extras, and most of them are genuinely useful.
- Concierge: Super helpful, always had recommendations, and even managed to secure me a last-minute booking at a trendy restaurant (which, by the way, was also amazing).
- Daily housekeeping: Our suite actually got cleaned every day. They are serious.
- Dry cleaning: I didn't use this specific one, but the option was there.
- Elevator: As mentioned, a lifesaver.
- Food delivery: I may or may not have used this for late-night Pad Thai cravings. No judgement, please.
- Luggage storage: Handy for early check-in/late check-out.
- Meeting/banquet facilities: Didn't use them, but they looked impressive.
- Safety deposit boxes: Always a good idea.
- Car park [free of charge]: Always a bonus!
For the Kids (because, you know, families):
I didn't have kids with me, but it seemed pretty child-friendly. Babysitting service available and a lot of other things such as Kids meal and other Kids facilities.
Available in All Rooms (the Nitty Gritty):
Okay, let’s dive into the specifics of the 2BR suite. (It was the "Unbelievable" part, remember?).
- Air conditioning: Essential in Jakarta.
- Alarm clock: Yes.
- Bathrobes: Plush and glorious.
- Bathtub: Glorious, too.
- Blackout curtains: Slept like a baby (a well-rested, cocktail-guzzling baby).
- Coffee/tea maker: Important.
- Complimentary tea: A small but appreciated touch.
- Daily housekeeping: Really appreciated.
- Desk: For the times I pretended to work.
- Free bottled water: Thank you, Casa Grande!
- Hair dryer: Okay, hair dryer was good, but it could have been better. My hair is still mad at me for using it.
- In-room safe box: Necessary for an over-planner like me.
- Internet access – wireless: Worked perfectly.
- Ironing facilities: Yep.
- Laptop workspace: Useful.
- Minibar: Not terrible, but I prefer the free bottled water.
- Non-smoking: Thank goodness!
- Private bathroom: Of course.
- Refrigerator: Essential.
- Satellite/cable channels: Didn't watch much TV, but the option was there.
- Seating area: Comfy.
- Shower: Fine.
- Slippers: Nice touch!
- Smoke detector: Always important.
- Soundproofing: Pretty decent, but you could still hear the occasional party from down the
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your sanitized, Instagram-filtered travel itinerary. This is the unfiltered, real-life, probably-going-to-be-late-and-sweaty Jakarta adventure, courtesy of yours truly, and based, hopefully, on the supposed comfort of that 2BR Casa Grande Residence By Travelio. Let's dive in, shall we?
Day 1: Jakarta, Jakarta! (Or: Where in the Heck is the Taxi?)
- Morning (7:00 AM - Ish): Okay, the alarm blared… and I snoozed. Twice. THREE times. Finally wrenched myself out of bed (which, fingers crossed, *is* a bed, not just a strategically placed memory foam lump in a corner of the apartment). The goal? Get to that residence after flying in from who-knows-where last night. Immigration was a blur, passport stamps are my frenemies now - so much for a smooth start. The coffee situation at the airport was dire. Just saying.
- (8:30 AM - whenever): Hello, my travel companion, they're still stuck in the car rental. The whole car rental service is a nightmare. After the ordeal of the flight and the chaotic airport arrival, I was at the very least looking forward to a comfortable ride, but it's taking forever.
- (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Finally at the residence! (Phew! They're done at the car rental…finally.) Casa Grande, here we come! The lobby is swanky, I'll admit, with more marble than I've seen in my life. My initial reaction? "Ooh, fancy!" Followed immediately by, "Hope the air conditioning works." Seriously, Indonesia. The heat and humidity are no joke. The apartment itself? Decent. Two bedrooms, check. Balcony (important for people-watching), check. Kitchen… well, it has appliances. We gonna attempt real cooking though? Hmmm. I've packed a tiny bottle of hot sauce, at least. Priorities.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Exploring the area (sort of). Got hopelessly lost trying to find a local warung (small, family-run eatery). The Google Maps lady kept changing her mind. Ended up relying on the kindness of a guy on a scooter (bless him!) who pointed us towards… a shopping mall. Sigh. Jakarta, you enigmatic creature. But hey, at least the mall had air conditioning. Managed to gulp down some iced coffee (a Jakarta necessity) but still wasn't feeling the hype for the mall…
- Evening (6:00 PM - onwards): Dinner at a recommended Indonesian restaurant near the apartment. The taste of nasi goreng (fried rice) was a symphony of flavors and everything went downhill from there. The heat intensified by the spicy sambal, that my stomach is feeling the heat.
Day 2: Culture Shock (And a Possible Stomach Ache)
- Morning (8:00 AM): Woke up feeling like a truck ran me over, and it might have. The food (or maybe the heat) has begun its revenge. The balcony's offering a lovely view…but the humidity's trying to suffocate me. Coffee, emergency coffee is brewing right now.
- (9:30 AM - 12:00 PM): A proper cultural experience! Ventured out to Kota Tua (Old Town). The buildings are beautiful, and the colonial architecture is fascinating, but the heat is relentless. The crowds were…intense. At one point, I thought I was going to pass out. Took a breather and managed to survive.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Decided to take a break, back at the apartment. The bathroom feels like a lifesaver. I've been watching Netflix and not feeling guilty about it!
- Evening (6:00 PM - onwards): Feeling a bit better, so we're heading out to a traditional Indonesian dance performance. Fingers crossed they have air conditioning and a doctor nearby.
Day 3: (Maybe) Recovery
- Morning (Until Noon): Trying to recover. The dance performance was amazing in places, but my stomach is still in a war. Decided to chill a bit more at the apartment, watching TV, sipping ginger tea, and generally trying to rehydrate and get my bearings after the last few days.
- Afternoon (Midday onwards): A spa treatment! Because self-preservation. Jakarta massages are apparently legendary. If I'm going to be dealing with heat, crowds, and a questionable stomach, at least I can be pampered.
- Evening: Dinner at a nicer restaurant (fingers crossed this time for good food AND a good reaction).
Day 4: Farewell, Jakarta (Or: Was it all a Dream?)
- Morning: Packing. Reminiscing. Wondering if I'll ever eat rice again. The balcony view is actually pretty nice, and I feel like I am somewhat getting used to the city, even if it did try to kill me with heat and spicy food.
- (Throughout the day): We might venture out depending on available time and how I'm doing.
- Evening: Airport. Flights are always a gamble, aren't they? Crossing my fingers that the plane has working AC and that my stomach decides to behave.
- Goodbye, Jakarta! Until next time, you chaotic, beautiful, and possibly stomach-churning city.
Important Notes (because this is real life):
- Flexibility is key: Things will go wrong. Embrace the chaos.
- Hydration: Drink water. ALL. DAY. LONG.
- Food safety: Be cautious. Ask locals for recommendations.
- Bargaining: Be prepared to haggle (respectfully).
- Embrace the unexpected: The best memories are often the ones you didn't plan.
- Most importantly: Have fun! Even when you're sweating and lost and your stomach is yelling at you. It's all part of the adventure.
Now, off I go! (Probably to find some antacids.)
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Okay, Be Honest: Is it REALLY as amazing as the photos look for that Casa Grande place? I'm skeptical.
Alright, alright, let's rip off the band-aid. First off, those photos? Yeah, they're good. *Too* good, actually. Made me think I'd stumble into Narnia, you know? But here's the thing: it *is* mind-blowingly gorgeous. I walked in, mouth agape. Like, legit "cartoon character jaw drop." The marble? Gleaming. The view? Forget about it. So, it's amazing? Yes. Is it *exactly* like the photos? Well... the sun *does* seem to hit the furniture just a *tad* differently in real life. But trust me, the feeling? The *vibe*? It's there. It's pure, unadulterated luxury, people.
Side Note: I spent a good five minutes trying to figure out how to casually lean against a wall without breaking a sweat. Jakarta humidity is *real*. And the air conditioning? Glorious. Seriously, I felt the stress melt away as soon as I crossed the threshold. Almost didn’t want to leave, and I *still* regret not taking a quick nap on the sofa.
Two Bedrooms... is it really spacious enough for a family? Or just for rich couples?
Okay, this is where things get interesting. Spacious? Absolutely. My inner critic, who's a massive stickler for space, almost had a meltdown of joy. It's *plenty* big for a family, but... are we talking about a family who's used to living in a palatial estate? Because if so, maybe not. The bedrooms are wonderfully sized, and the living area is massive. I got to go in with my friend and his kids, and I swear, the youngest one ran around the place for, no exaggeration, a solid fifteen minutes. The place could defintely take that, and the parents got to relax. So, spacious enough for a family who appreciates a little breathing room? Yep. Spacious enough to house a traveling circus? Probably not, unless you're good at tetris-ing clowns.
Anecdote Time: I was *this close* to bringing my niece and nephew over (shhh!), but then remembered the "no juice boxes allowed on the white couch" rule. And honestly, with those kids? That rule would have been broken, like, five seconds flat. So, yeah, family-friendly. But maybe not *completely* kid-proof, if you know what I mean.
What about the kitchen? Is it actually equipped for cooking, or just for looking pretty? I actually *like* to cook (sometimes).
The kitchen… ah, the kitchen. It's a serious contender for the most beautiful kitchen *I've ever seen*. Like, seriously, the gleaming countertops alone could qualify as an art installation. But, here's where the rubber meets the road: Is it functional? YES. It has everything *you'd* actually need to whip up something impressive. Seriously, I looked, and the pots were so shiny that I felt like it was a crime to use them. The appliances were top-of-the-line. Now, I'm not a gourmet chef (okay, I can barely boil water), but even *I* could envision myself attempting something slightly more elaborate than instant noodles in that space.
The down side: I didn’t use the kitchen. I'm too afraid of ruining a kitchen so pretty. I heard rumors that they have an in-house chef available on request. That sounds more my speed.
Okay, the view. I've seen the pictures of the Jakarta skyline... is it as breathtaking in person? Is there any noise?
The view.... oh, the view. The pictures are good, but they don't capture the *feeling*. It's that feeling of "Oh. My. Goodness. I live here now, and this is my life?" kind of feeling. The Jakarta skyline is absolutely stunning, especially at sunrise or sunset. I was there at sunset, and it was the perfect blend of colors, lights, and overall wow. The noise? Well, Jakarta *is* Jakarta. There's a low hum of city life, but the windows are soundproof. You can sit on the balcony and simply enjoy the view without that incessant Jakarta traffic ruining the vibe.
My Opinion:
If you're someone who needs total silence, this might not be the place for you. But if you appreciate the energy of a bustling city and want to escape to a quiet oasis in the clouds, then you'll be obsessed.
What's the deal with the amenities? Pool? Gym? Anything actually worth using?
Ah, the amenities. It's a smorgasbord of "oohs" and "aahs." Yes, there's a pool. And it's *gorgeous*. Think infinity pool, with a view of the city. You will want to live there. And yes, there's a gym. I peeked in. Looked fancy. Looked well-equipped. I considered going in... and then remembered I was wearing jeans and a t-shirt, and the idea of physical exertion after seeing all that luxury was just... too much. I would need some sort of special training to actually use the gym... And a smoothie maker. Maybe a robe.
Any potential downsides I should know about? And is it *really* worth the price tag?
Downsides? Hmmm... Okay, I'm digging deep here. The biggest downside, for me, was the potential for my bank account to spontaneously combust if I stayed there for too long. Seriously, it's not budget-friendly, and that makes me sad. Everything inside looks expensive, so, that's the main drawback. Other than that? Honestly, I struggled to find anything to fault. The decor is stunning, the location is superb, and the views are to die for.
The Price Tag Question: Is it worth the price? That depends on your perspective. If you're looking for a cheap weekend getaway? Nope. If you're seeking an experience, a taste of the high life, a place to feel utterly spoiled? Then, maybe. Let's say I won the lottery, I'd get it. It's an investment in happiness, maybe? It's certainly an investment in a fabulous view. And sometimes, that's worth the cost, even if it makes you wince a little when you see the bill. Especially if you're willing to be frugal with your instant coffee.
Okay, final verdict: Would you go back?
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