**Joey Apt @ B Residence: Prasmul, ICE, & AEON Mall BSD – Your Tangerang Paradise!**
Joey Apt @ B Residence: Tangerang Paradise or Just Another Brick in the Wall? A Deep Dive, With Feelings.
Alright, folks, buckle up. We're diving headfirst into the world of Joey Apt @ B Residence: Prasmul, ICE, & AEON Mall BSD – Your Tangerang Paradise! and, let me tell you, it’s not always a smooth, Instagram-filtered ride. Prepare for a brutally honest, slightly rambling, and occasionally sarcastic review. Sorry, not sorry. I'm here to tell you the real deal.
First Impression: Location, Location, Location (and…Is That a Construction Site?)
Let's be real. Tangerang isn't exactly the first place that springs to mind when you crave a luxurious getaway. But the promise of being near Prasmul (Universitas Prasetiya Mulya), ICE (Indonesia Convention Exhibition - which, by the way, is a HUGE deal, and I was actually going to a conference there!), and AEON Mall BSD is enticing. And it’s a huge plus for business travelers, as it's a short drive from our destination. Accessibility is a big win here. Getting around is relatively easy, and the car park [free of charge/on-site]? HUGE. Thank. God. Cause parking in Tangerang can be a nightmare. We’re off to a good start, right?
Well… the initial view wasn't paradise. There was some construction happening nearby. Now, I'm not faulting them for progress, but if you're hoping for silent serenity, just keep that in mind.
Rooms & Amenities: Comfort, Tech, and the Quest for a Decent Coffee
Okay, let's get down to the nitty-gritty. The room. The heart of the experience, right? The listing mentions Available in all rooms: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
That’s a pretty impressive list. The Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! is a lifesaver, especially because I needed to work. The Wi-Fi was generally reliable, though, at one point during a video call, the connection dropped and I wanted to scream. But I’m guessing the problem lies with the internet provider and not with the hotel itself. The coffee/tea maker was… well, it existed. The complimentary tea was a nice touch, but the coffee? Let's just say I swiftly sought caffeine elsewhere. The extra-long bed was a godsend after a long flight. And the blackout curtains? Chef's kiss. Slept like the dead.
The rooms were clean, which is always a huge relief and the Daily housekeeping was excellent. They did that thing where they neatly folded my clothes even if I'd just thrown them over a chair. Slightly awkward, but I appreciated the effort!
Cleanliness & Safety: Sanitization Sensations and the Anxiety of Modern Travel
Look, let’s be honest, in the post-pandemic world, this is huge. Joey Apt @ B Residence really leans into safety protocols. Hand sanitizer was everywhere. Everywhere! The Anti-viral cleaning products gave me a brief moment of peace in my ever-anxious mind. They have Daily disinfection in common areas, and they mention Rooms sanitized between stays. I felt relatively safe, which, as a solo traveler, is paramount. I saw Staff trained in safety protocol, which is reassuring. The Individually-wrapped food options were a really nice touch. They've clearly put thought into this, and that's commendable. They also have CCTV in common areas and CCTV outside property, which, at least visually, gives you a sense of security.
Dining, Drinking & Snacking: The Buffet Battle and the Quest for a Good Bite
Alright, the food saga. The hotel has Restaurants, a Coffee shop, and a Poolside bar. A Breakfast [buffet] awaited me. Buffets. They can be a gamble, right? This one wasn't bad, but it wasn't exactly gourmet. It had the usual suspects… Asian breakfast options were solid. The Coffee/tea in the restaurant situation still needed work – I ventured out for my morning caffeine fix. The Snack bar was a lifesaver for those midday hunger pangs. And the Room service [24-hour]? Thank. Goodness. After a long day, a late-night pizza was absolutely a win. There's also an A la carte in restaurant which allows more options.
Things to Do & Ways to Relax: (Where's the Spa?!?)
This is where it gets a little… underwhelming. The highlight here is that they have a Swimming pool [outdoor] – which is a definite plus on a hot day. The Pool with view is a nice touch. But if you were hoping for some serious pampering, like a Spa, a Massage, or even a simple Sauna or Steamroom, you’re out of luck. No dice. I guess the "relaxation" here is largely self-directed, maybe there’s a Gym/fitness center or just relaxing in the pool.
Services & Conveniences: The Good, the Bad, and the Slightly Odd
They have all the basics covered (Daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, Elevator, Laundry service, Luggage storage), which is great. Concierge service? Check. Cash withdrawal? Check. They even have Invoice provided - which is great for business travelers. I will say, at one point, I needed something from the Convenience store and it… wasn't particularly convenient. Small things, but they add up.
Accessibility: A Worth Consideration
This is important. I saw the Facilities for disabled guests, which is great to see. They also have a Bathroom phone, which, for those with mobility issues, can be literally life-saving.
What About the Kids? (If You Have Them)
They mention Family/child friendly and some Kids facilities in the listing. I didn't have any kids with me during my stay, for all of you, with kids, I’m not sure how much to expect.
The Verdict: Is Joey Apt @ B Residence a Paradise? (Spoiler: Not Quite)
So, is Joey Apt @ B Residence a paradise? Well, “paradise” might be a slight exaggeration. But for the price point, the location (especially for Prasmul, ICE, and AEON Mall BSD access), and the cleanliness, it's a solid choice. It’s a functional hotel, a comfortable place to crash, and a pretty safe haven. Just don’t expect a resort experience.
Final Emotional Rambling: I felt a little bit let down by the lack of spa and super-amazing food but was impressed with the cleanliness and the room comfort. Overall, it’s a good base camp for business trips or exploring the Tangerang area. Just get ready for some adventure, embrace the slight imperfections, and BYOC (Bring Your Own Coffee!).
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Okay, buckle up Buttercup, because this isn't your grandma's meticulously-planned itinerary. This is a rollercoaster of a weekend in Tangerang, Indonesia, fueled by questionable life choices, questionable food, and the sheer, chaotic beauty of it all. Here goes nothing… (Or everything, really).
The Tangerang Tango: A Weekend of Questionable Decisions (And Maybe Some Fun)
Phase 1: The (Slightly Panicked) Arrival & Joey's Abode
- Friday, 6:00 PM: Landed in Jakarta. Okay, so “landed” is a generous term. More like, I survived the flight. My luggage, predictably, is lagging behind. Already considering becoming a hermit. Found my way (somehow) to the BResidence-Prasmul. The "Joey Apt" part sounds… inviting. Praying Joey isn't a serial killer based on the decor - which at first glance looks like a questionable mix of Ikea and a hoarder's paradise.
- Friday, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Okay, Joey's not a serial killer. Mostly. The place is… lived-in. Let's just say the cleanliness standards are, shall we say, relaxed. (Cough, dust bunnies the size of small mammals, cough). But hey, the air conditioning works! And there's a slightly-concerning, but definitely-functional, mini-fridge filled with things I am not going to investigate.
- Friday, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinner. Survival mode: Activated. Walked down to a local warung or nearby eatery. The aroma of sizzling…um, things…fills the air. Ordered what looked vaguely edible. (It turned out to be… well, let's just say I'm not entirely sure what I ate. It had a certain je ne sais quoi of mystery meat). My stomach is currently battling the unfamiliar spices. Pray for me.
- Friday, 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM: The first of many existential crises. Stared at the ceiling fan. Debated the existential dread of starting the trip with the lingering feeling of a slightly upset stomach and the unfamiliarity of a host far far away from home. Attempted to watch local Indonesian television (mostly soap operas). Quickly gave up. Fell asleep, wondering if that mystery meat thing was worth all the money
Phase 2: The ICE Extravaganza (Or, "Why Did I Agree To This?")
- Saturday, 9:00 AM: Woke up. Survived the night. Victory! Breakfast, which consisted of instant noodles from a convenience stall. A bold move, I know. Showered (and promptly discovered that the shower may or may not function properly when it comes to water temperature, so, cold showers for the win!).
- Saturday, 10:00 AM: Destination, ICE (Indonesia Convention Exhibition). Supposedly, there's some sort of…event going on. I, admittedly, signed up without knowing exactly what it was. Impulse decisions, folks. They're the spice of life (and lead to questionable life choices). The anticipation, and the slight fear, are real.
- Saturday, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM: THE ICE. Okay, so, the ICE. I'm utterly overwhelmed. The sheer scale of it all! The crowds! The noise! It’s like a giant, brightly-lit, air-conditioned beehive of… stuff. There's a food court the size of a small town. I spent an hour trying to navigate it. Found a coffee stall. It's strong. I need it.
- Specific ICE Deep-Dive: Because I am incapable of doing anything halfway, I got trapped in a demonstration of… something. It involved robots. They moved…jerky. And they beeped. I think. I was surrounded by a crowd of fascinated children and a guy in a badly-fitting lab coat who kept trying to explain the intricacies of robotic engineering. I pretended to understand. I was clearly out of my depth. The robot then proceeded to malfunction (again) and the lab coat guy looked like he might actually cry. But the kids were happy, and that made it worth it. (Maybe)
- Saturday, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Attempted escape from the ICE. Successfully navigated the food court (again), scored a questionable-looking ice cream (hey, when in Rome…), and stumbled back towards the exit. My mental energy bar is depleted. Need. Sleep.
- Saturday, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Back at Joey's. Collapsed on the sofa. My feet hurt. My brain hurts. Seriously considering adopting a life of solitude. Ordered delivery - some kind of takeaway from a nearby place. It looked vaguely familiar. The textures are… interesting.
- Saturday, 8:00 PM -11:00 PM: More existential crises. I feel like I've lived a lifetime. I attempted to watch Indonesian daytime TV again and was met with more melodrama and the familiar sounds of the ever-present air conditioning unit. I am so mentally exhausted the sounds of the AC now sounded more like a soothing lullaby
Phase 3: AEON Mall and The Dawn of a New Day (Maybe)
- Sunday, 10:00 AM: Woke up. Survived (AGAIN!). Breakfast. Attempted to eat something less questionable than yesterday's mystery meat. Success! (Sort of).
- Sunday, 11:00 AM: AEON Mall BSD. A beacon of Western-style, air-conditioned consumerism. I need this. After yesterday's sensory overload, I need a place to just… be. Thought of buying a house plant. No. I can barely take care of myself.
- Sunday, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM: AEON Mall Mayhem. Okay, not quite mayhem, but it was lively. Wandered through the vast expanse of shops and boutiques. Saw a food court. Caved. Had sushi. (Safe choice, right?). Explored the various stalls of random trinkets and local goods. Almost bought a ridiculously oversized inflatable banana. (Impulse control is a constant struggle).
- Sunday, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Found a cafe. Coffee. Pastries. Sat and people-watched. The simple joy of just existing. This is what I needed.
- Sunday, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Last-minute souvenir shopping. Found a small, locally-made batik scarf. (I can pretend I’m cultured).
- Sunday, 5:00 PM: Said goodbye to AEON Mall.
- Sunday, 6:00 PM: Headed back to Joey's. The anticipation of the journey back home. The bittersweet pang of ending the weekend.
- Sunday, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Packing. Packing is always a lie. I inevitably bring too much, and then wear/use half of it.
- Sunday, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinnertime. Ordered some local takeout.
- Sunday, 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: More existential self-reflection. The weekend in Tangerang, it's left its mark. And I'm not entirely sure if that's a good or bad thing. Just glad that the next flight would bring me back to my own bed.
- Sunday, 10:00 PM: Sleep. With vague dread, and the faint hope of surviving my flight back home.
Final Thoughts:
Tangerang. A whirlwind. A sensory overload. A bizarre mix of terrifying and delightful. Would I do it again? Probably. Because, despite the questionable food, the potential for existential dread, and the sheer chaos of it all, there's a certain… charm. And that, my friends, is the beauty of travel. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need a very long shower and possibly a therapist.
Escape to Paradise: Portofino Mar Benidorm Awaits!
Okay, so, is Joey Apt actually a good place to *live*? Like, for real?
Listen, "good" is subjective. And frankly, I went into this whole Tangerang adventure thinking it would be a glamorous, Instagram-worthy experience. (Spoiler alert: it mostly wasn't.) But, *is* Joey Apt a solid option? Yeah, probably. Depends on what you're after. Are you expecting the Ritz? Keep dreaming. Are you expecting a clean, relatively affordable space that's close to Prasmul, ICE, and the glorious, air-conditioned heaven that is AEON Mall? Then yeah, Joey Apt *might* be your jam.
Tell me *everything* about the location – is it actually as convenient as they say?
CONVENIENT. That's the magic word, right? Okay, so this is where Joey Apt secretly kinda shines. Living near Prasmul? You're practically stumbling distance. ICE? Easy peasy, maybe a slightly sweaty walk or a quick Grab ride (pro tip: avoid rush hour, trust me). And AEON Mall? OH. MY. GOD. It's right there! The siren song of the food court, the endless retail possibilities... you'll be there so often, you'll practically *live* there. (I might have… or did.. shhhh.)
What are the apartments *actually* like? Are they clean? Modern? Do they smell like sadness?
Alright, truth time. The apartments themselves… they're… fine. Don't expect a designer showcase. Think functional. Cleanliness? Depends on the landlords and your luck, honestly. Some might be sparkling, others…well, let's just say I've seen more dust bunnies than I care to admit. Modern? Again, depends on the unit. Some are updated, some are… vintage. (My first one may or may not have had a fridge from the Jurassic period. Seriously, the thing was a beast.) Sadness smell? Nope. But in my case, the sadness came from being broke and missing my cat. My honest advice, book one, scout it, and make your own judgement, or you might end up like me, hating the location, the noise, and the price.
Okay, but the *noise*! I'm a light sleeper. Will I ever get any sleep?
Noise... UGH. This is a big one. Tangerang is *alive*. There's traffic, motorcycles, construction, and the ever-present, ear-splitting call to prayer from the mosque (which I grew to love, kinda). Will you get sleep? Maybe. Invest in good earplugs. And maybe a white noise machine. Or, you know, just become one with the chaos. I've gone from "rage-screeching" to sleeping through a goddamn thunderstorm so... adapt or die. It can get very, very, very noisy, particularly at night. But, even if the noise gets to you, that location is, again, amazing. It really is.
What about the internet? Because, you know, I need to actually *work* and stuff.
OKAY. Internet. This is where things get... spicy. The speed of the internet *varies*. Consider this: you're sharing a connection with other residents. I had some days when the internet was blazing fast, and I could stream everything and do all my work. Then there were days it was like trying to download a file using a telegraph. Seriously, prepare for potential frustration. Ask about internet options *before* you sign anything. Ask specifically about the *consistent* speed. And maybe download all the movies you have to see before hand.
Food! Tell me about the food situation! I need to know where to eat!
Oh, honey, the food. This is a redeeming quality. AEON Mall is your culinary playground. ALL the food courts! Japanese, Korean, local, street food... it's a glorious explosion of flavors. But beyond AEON? Explore! There are tons of little warungs (local eateries) scattered around. Don't be afraid to try them. Just... maybe start slowly. Your stomach will thank you. Some of the best meals I had were from tiny, unassuming places I wouldn't have even glanced at if I hadn't been forced to eat there. The best food experiences came from trying the food, then falling in love with it.
Is it *safe*? Should I be worried about, you know, bad things happening?
Safety. Ah, the eternal question. Look, I never felt *overly* unsafe. But I definitely always kept my guard up. Common sense is key. Don't flash expensive stuff around, be aware of your surroundings, and don't wander around deserted areas alone at night (that goes for everywhere, let's be real). Overall, I'd say it's probably as safe as any densely populated area. But do your own research, ask around, and trust your gut. That gut feeling? Follow it. It's usually right.
Parking? Is it a nightmare? Because I have a car…
Parking can be challenging. Sometimes the building has its own parking, sometimes it's street parking, and sometimes… well, sometimes you're left circling like a lost vulture, praying for a spot. In the evenings, forget it – good luck. Read the fine print, check what the rental includes. You might end up paying a fortune for parking. And parking is EXPENSIVE, I kid you not.
Okay, so, would you actually *recommend* Joey Apt? Like, would *you* live there again?
That’s the million-dollar question, isn’t it? Honestly? Probably not. If I had a choice now, I'd look for something a little quieter, maybe with a better internet setup because I'm a freelancer, and maybe with less of a walk to AEON Mall because I have a problem. BUT... I met some amazing people there. I experienced a culture I never would have otherwise. I learned to navigate a city on my own. And the proximity to those delicious, delicious Nasi Goreng stalls… yeah, I cherish those memories. So, would *I* recommend it? Maybe. Depends on your tolerance for chaos, your love of AEON Mall, and your ability to roll with the punches. Just be prepared for… an adventure. Don't go in expecting perfection, and you might actually have a decent time. I didYour Stay Hub
