The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always willing to assist with a smile.”
”The impeccable service and hospitality made our stay most enjoyable.”
Alvina Hotel & Cafe is one of the best budget hotel in Pematang Siantar city. It is located at the Megaland complex, which is around 5 minutes drive away from the city center. It is a modern hotel that is equipped with cafe on the ground floor, meeting room and rooftop restaurant. Within walking distance from the hotel, there are housing complex, business centres, restaurant, etc.
Room rate was still affordable. The Standard Room was quite cramped. The room came with air conditioning, TV set, in house telephone, in room dining, mineral water, hot and cold water shower. Free WiFi was available at the room and the speed was not bad.The bed comfiness was just so so. Free simple buffet breakfast was provided for all in house guests. Taste of the food was good. Breakfast spread was consisted of rice with dishes, fried rice, fried noodle, toast, porridge, slice fruit, traditional cakes, tea and coffee.
The hotel staff's hospitality was not bad. Parking was provided at the road side in front of the hotel.
A decent place to stay.
Simple.
Many ants when we check in but after we tell the reception they come and clean right after.
Hope have more amenities like shampoo, shower gel, iron.
Breakfast same for two days but ok since we just stay for two days.
I guess will feel bored if breakfast same everyday.
View is nice
TTing Anny TANGIf you’re looking for peace and quiet a bit away from the main town, Tuktuk Timbul is very well located. We stayed in one of their traditional-style little houses, which were very cute and charming. It’s a great spot if your plan is simply to relax, enjoy the atmosphere, and do nothing much. The homestay has a restaurant (we didn’t try the food though), a pool, a ping pong table, and a billiard table — so you can easily stay entertained without leaving the property. For the price, it’s definitely good value.
That said, if you want to explore or do activities around Lake Toba, this may not be the best base. There isn’t much to do in the immediate area, and the staff weren’t very helpful when we asked for recommendations — apart from renting a scooter, they didn’t provide much guidance. Communication was also tricky as they don’t really speak English. Service felt a bit cold overall; the owners live nearby but never greeted us, which made us feel like we were disturbing them rather than being welcomed.
In summary: a good option if your goal is to switch off, relax, and stay put at the homestay itself. But if you’re looking for friendly service, local tips, or activities beyond the property, you might find it lacking.
Eep_petrusAlvina Hotel & Cafe is one of the best budget hotel in Pematang Siantar city. It is located at the Megaland complex, which is around 5 minutes drive away from the city center. It is a modern hotel that is equipped with cafe on the ground floor, meeting room and rooftop restaurant. Within walking distance from the hotel, there are housing complex, business centres, restaurant, etc.
Room rate was still affordable. The Standard Room was quite cramped. The room came with air conditioning, TV set, in house telephone, in room dining, mineral water, hot and cold water shower. Free WiFi was available at the room and the speed was not bad.The bed comfiness was just so so. Free simple buffet breakfast was provided for all in house guests. Taste of the food was good. Breakfast spread was consisted of rice with dishes, fried rice, fried noodle, toast, porridge, slice fruit, traditional cakes, tea and coffee.
The hotel staff's hospitality was not bad. Parking was provided at the road side in front of the hotel.
CCZWONGI recently stayed at Cemara Asri Inn, and overall, it was a decent experience with a few highlights and areas for improvement.
What I liked:
The location is excellent — it’s right in the heart of Cemara Asri, with plenty of great food options nearby, from local street food to cozy cafés and restaurants. It’s convenient for both short stays and business trips.
What could be better:
The main downside was the cleanliness. The room and bathroom could definitely use more attention to detail — things looked a bit worn, and some areas didn’t feel as fresh or tidy as they should be.
If you’re looking for a place with a strategic location and easy access to food, this hotel is worth considering. But if cleanliness is your top priority, you may want to set your expectations accordingly.
MMichelle AnnMy stay at Bagus Bay Homestay was ok. The food and the service were good. The whole place feels a bit dated. This was a good place to stay for a few days while exploring the island.
TTravel ShowNginep di Collection O near Museum Pusaka Karo formerly 3 Berastagi cukup nyaman untuk hotel budget. Lokasinya strategis, dekat Museum Pusaka Karo, jadi gampang ke mana-mana.
Kamarnya bersih dan standar, cocok buat istirahat. Fasilitas cukup lengkap sesuai harga, dan stafnya ramah.
Overall worth it kalau cari penginapan murah di Berastagi 👍