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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Lovina 27-AB at One Residence(near Ferry & Megamall) is set in Batam Center. This apartment also features a private pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall is 5.8 km away.

The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is featured. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Cozy, amazing view and walkable harbor.

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9.1
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

This apartment with sea views has tiled floors, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bidet, shower and free toiletries. The kitchenette features a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware, as well as kettle. The accommodation is non-smoking.

I just had an incredible overnight stay at Comodo Apartment Pollux Habibie, complete with a stunning Rooftop-SeaView that left a lasting impression. From the moment I stepped into the apartment, I was greeted by a refreshing fresh scent, setting a positive tone for a delightful stay experience. The room I stayed in was not only clean and tidy but also equipped with various amenities that enhanced my comfort. The free Wi-Fi provided was highly reliable, allowing me to stay connected with the outside world seamlessly. Additionally, the complimentary Netflix account was a wonderful touch, enabling me to relax and enjoy my favorite movies without interruption. The in-room facilities were comprehensive, including an electric stove, electric kettle, and refrigerator, which made it convenient for me to prepare snacks, warm beverages, or store food temporarily at any time. I particularly appreciated the free bottled water, which showed a thoughtful consideration for guests' basic needs. However, the most breathtaking aspect of staying in this apartment was the sea and city views from the top of Batam's tallest building. The illuminated cityscape at night was an invaluable experience. The apartment also offered additional amenities that added to the comfort of my stay, such as a swimming pool and gym located on the 6th floor. These facilities were well-maintained and provided a perfect alternative for entertainment and relaxation. The location of Comodo Apartment Pollux Habibie is also very strategic, making it easy for me to explore the surroundings. A short walk took me to Fanindo, an ideal spot to try some foods or simply grab a bite when hunger struck. The apartment owner was incredibly responsive and very helpful whenever contacted. This added a layer of convenience and reassurance to my stay, ensuring any needs or queries I had were promptly addressed. I highly recommend this place to those seeking not just a pleasant stay but also a memorable...

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

The spacious aparthotel features 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and fridge, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. The comfortable, air-conditioned accommodation also comes with soundproofing and a fireplace. The aparthotel offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

As always,expect&exceed my expectations standards without fail ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐rates

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9.1
Superb
24 reviews
Price from
£43
per night

Located in Batam Center, 5.6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, oxy suites G-03 at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie offers air conditioning. This aparthotel is 22 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal and 21 km from Barelang Bridge. The property provides a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The aparthotel is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the aparthotel. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Very clean and quiet place. The room is very nice, more typical of much more expensive hotels. The workers nice and helpful

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Located in Batam Center, 5.6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, oxy suites 2-06 at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property features garden and city views, and is 21 km from Barelang Bridge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal.

The aparthotel is equipped with a flat-screen TV. The unit has soundproofing and a walk-in shower. The aparthotel offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

staff gave recommendations and provided luggage storage in the daytime. definitely best value for money

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9.3
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

This aparthotel has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the aparthotel. This aparthotel is non-smoking and soundproof.

As usual, Gunawan &the staff exceed my expectations as usual,10/10

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

The 2-bedroom apartment has a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Host was very responsive and very friendly. It has 2 bedrooms and so spacious. The view is really amazing, especially at night. Location is convenient because there are fast food chains nearby, just walking distance. Also, room is very clean! Will definitely go back to this place.

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9.4
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

Welcoming guests at their elegant studios and apartments, Panbil Residence Serviced Apartment offers accommodation in Batam Center with free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and the fitness centre at the property.

Nice room, great swimming pool with nice views, decent buffet breakfast. The overall property is good, but its slight far from the Nagoya shopping complex, but you can always use the cab / gojek.

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8.3
Very good
207 reviews
Price from
£44
per night

The 2-bedroom apartment is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with slippers. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

I like the cleanliness of the apartment. The location is also good.

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8.8
Fabulous
5 reviews
Price from
£54
per night

The air-conditioned aparthotel consists of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, and 2 bathrooms with bidet. A flat-screen TV is provided. The aparthotel offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

I love all the facilities of this place , you could find everything that whatever you needed. The place is clean , new , modern and cozy. I love this place so much.

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8.7
Fabulous
7 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

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  • Panbil Residence Serviced Apartment
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 207 reviews

    Welcoming guests at their elegant studios and apartments, Panbil Residence Serviced Apartment offers accommodation in Batam Center with free WiFi.

    Service is good, value for money and good location

  • Modern 1-Multifunction Room Pollux Habibie Batam

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Modern 1-Multifunction Room Pollux Habibie Batam is set in Batam Center.

  • Apartemen Pollux Habibie

    Situated in Batam Center, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal and 21 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal, Apartemen Pollux Habibie offers air conditioning.

  • polux habibie
    Breakfast options

    Featuring a garden, rooftop pool and sea views, polux habibie is located in Batam Center.

  • Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie

    Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie is a recently renovated apartment in Batam Center, where guests can makes the most of its outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

  • Polux habibi
    Breakfast options
    2.0
    Scored 2.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Polux habibi is set in Batam Center. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

  • Palam Mansion at Apartment One Residence Lv. 12-22

    Located 6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall, Palam Mansion at Apartment One Residence Lv. 12-22 offers accommodation in Batam Center with access to a fitness room.

  • Apartment Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie Studio Sea View A1-2112 - Netflix Premium
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Batam Center, 5.8 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, Apartment Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie Studio Sea View A1-2112 - Netflix Premium...

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  • Oxy suites 2-02 at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 24 reviews

    Offering city views, Oxy suites 2-02 at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie is an accommodation located in Batam Center, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal and 22 km from Nongsa Pura...

    Everything was amazing!! Definitely worth staying.

  • Pollux High Rise Apartments at Batam Center with Netflix by MESA
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Batam Center and only 6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall, Pollux High Rise Apartments at Batam Center with Netflix by MESA provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private...

  • oxy suites 1-01B at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews

    Oxy suites 1-01B at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie is located in Batam Center, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, 22 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal, as well as 21 km from...

    I'll definitely come again! That's for sure.

  • Peaceful Sea view Cozy APT at Batam Center - By MESA
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    Boasting sea views, Peaceful Sea view Cozy APT at Batam Center - By MESA features accommodation with balcony, around 5.8 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall.

    Lage super, Alles sauber! Aussicht war der Hammer!

  • Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews

    Boasting a garden, private pool and sea views, Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie is set in Batam Center. It is situated 6.1 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and features a lift.

  • Apartemen Pollux Habibie
    Budget options available

    Situated in Batam Center in the Batam region, Apartemen Pollux Habibie has a balcony. 20 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal and 20 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal, the property features...

  • 2BR Pollux Habibie B0701 City and City View

    2BR Pollux Habibie B0701 City and City View, a property with an outdoor swimming pool, is located in Batam Center, 20 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, 20 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry...

  • Pollux Meisterstadt
    Budget options available

    Situated in Batam Center, 5.8 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, Pollux Meisterstadt offers air conditioning.

Great access to the city centre! Check these apartments in Batam Center

  • Pollux Habibie Studio Batam 53F (Seaview)
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Situated in Batam Center, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal and 23 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal, Pollux Habibie Studio Batam 53F (Seaview) offers air conditioning.

  • Modern Studio Unit in Bluhen Tower
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Featuring a pool with a view and sea views, Modern Studio Unit in Bluhen Tower is set in Batam Center. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

  • Ocean View Cozy Studio Unit in Bluhen Tower
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Ocean View Cozy Studio Unit in Bluhen Tower is situated in Batam Center, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, 23 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal, as well as 21 km from Barelang Bridge.

  • New Cozy Studio at Pollux Habibie Batam
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a fitness centre and garden view, New Cozy Studio at Pollux Habibie Batam is situated in Batam Center, 6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal...

  • Comodo Apartemen Pollux Habibie Rooftop-SeaView
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, Comodo Apartemen Pollux Habibie Rooftop-SeaView is situated in Batam Center.

    Host was very polite and accommodating. Clean place. Amazing view and facilities. Had a great stay.

  • Amazing view 2 bedrooms new apartment
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Situated in Batam Center, 5.7 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, Amazing view 2 bedrooms new apartment offers a garden and air conditioning.

    no breakfast , nice location, near with terminal .

  • Pollux Habibie Apartment Level 19 (Sea View)
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Offering an infinity pool and sea view, Pollux Habibie Apartment Level 19 (Sea View) is set in Batam Center, 6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal.

  • Unit B50-10 Pollux Habibie Luxury
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Unit B50-10 Pollux Habibie Luxury is located in Batam Center.

  • Studio Pollux Habibie A1003 City and Sea View
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Situated in Batam Center, Studio Pollux Habibie A1003 City and Sea View provides a private pool. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

  • Indonesian Elegance at Pollux Habibie
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Offering city views, Indonesian Elegance at Pollux Habibie is an accommodation set in Batam Center, 6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal.

  • oxy suites 1-01 at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2 reviews

    Oxy suites 1-01 at Shop House Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie is situated in Batam Center, 5.6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, as well as 22 km from...

  • Lovina 21-AA at One Residence
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Lovina 21-AA at One Residence is set in Batam Center. This apartment also features a private pool.

  • Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie Apartment by uhomeid
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Offering city views, Meisterstadt Pollux Habibie Apartment by uhomeid is an accommodation situated in Batam Center, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal and 21 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry...

    Very comfortable. The ambience make me so relax and make me enjoy the city.

  • Galeno Pollux Habibie
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 41 reviews

    Set 6 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, Galeno Pollux Habibie in Batam Center offers air-conditioned accommodation with views of the sea and free...

    Apartment was clean and cosy. Very well maintained.

  • Verdela Pollux Meisterstadt Batam apartement
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 22 reviews

    Featuring a garden, pool with a view and sea views, Verdela Pollux Meisterstadt Batam apartement is set in Batam Center.

    The view of the room and it was super clean in the room. Everything is provided. Thumbs up!

  • Alexa Meisterstadt pollux habibie
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews

    Situated in Batam Center, 5.7 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, Alexa Meisterstadt pollux habibie offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Place is very cosy and comfortable though the location seems very new.

  • Lovina 1819 at Pollux Meisterstadt
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Batam Center, Lovina 1819 at Pollux Meisterstadt offers a private pool. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

  • LUXURIOUS MODERN APARTMENT POLLUX MEISTERSTADT
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews

    Located 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, 22 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal and 21 km from Barelang Bridge, LUXURIOUS MODERN APARTMENT POLLUX MEISTERSTADT provides accommodation...

  • Lovina 3306 Pollux Meisterstadt
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Lovina 3306 Pollux Meisterstadt is located in Batam Center, 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, 23 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal, as well as 21 km from Barelang Bridge.

  • Wawa Guesthouse Pollux Habibie Batam Tower A 18
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Wawa Guesthouse Pollux Habibie Batam Tower A 18 is situated in Batam Center.

  • Elegant Studio Unit in Auslesen Tower
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Elegant Studio Unit in Auslesen Tower is set in Batam Center. Featuring sea and pool views, this apartment also features free WiFi.

  • lovina 1515 at Pollux Meisterstadt
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 23 reviews

    Situated in Batam Center, 5.8 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, lovina 1515 at Pollux Meisterstadt offers air conditioning.

  • lovina 1115 at Pollux Meisterstadt
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6 reviews

    Set in Batam Center, 5.8 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, lovina 1115 at Pollux Meisterstadt offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

  • Sunset Corner @Pollux Habibie
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Batam Center, 5.8 km from Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall and 19 km from Sekupang International Ferry Terminal, Sunset Corner @Pollux Habibie offers air conditioning.

  • Lovina 3508 at Pollux Meisterstadt
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review

    Lovina 3508 at Pollux Meisterstadt enjoys a location in Batam Center, just 23 km from Nongsa Pura Ferry Terminal and 21 km from Barelang Bridge.

  • Apartemen pollux habibi
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Batam Center, Apartemen pollux habibi features accommodation with a private pool and garden views.

  • Apartment Pollux Habibie Sea View 10th Floor - By Royal Suites
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Apartment Pollux Habibie Sea View 10th Floor - By Royal Suites is located in Batam Center.

  • Xing @Pollux Habibie Apartment
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Xing @Pollux Habibie Apartment is situated in Batam Center.

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Apartments that guests love in Batam Center

  • Avg. price/night: £19.91
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 5 reviews
    The location is walking distance to fast food like KFC, Burger King, StarBucks, Japanese food etc. In the mall beside the apartment there is a cafe which opens at 9am where you can have nice breakfast. The mall is pretty quite, not fully operational.
    Soe
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews
    Strong wifi, strong ac, clean apartment, strong shower
    shamas
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £29.36
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews
    The apartment had everything needed for a 4D3N stay; kitchenette with microwave & gas stove, 4L water and basic utensils for 3pax, comfy beds, superb wifi and lovely sea view. Situated just next door to the Batam Centre Ferry Terminal and across from the Batam Mega Mall, makes it very convenient. Daniel was very responsive and helpful with check in details.
    Angelina
    Group
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews
    Clean, peaceful environment, amazing sea view, high floor. A home away from home, wish we could have stayed longer. It has everything you need in a studio apartment; closets, fridge, workspace, cupboards, kitchen utensils. Toiletries, towels and coffee/tea kits were provided. Good hosts, even give us a local snacks to try. Definitely worth the money. Hopefully they can maintain the place. FYI: Mall below the apartment is not yet fully operational, no food choices but there are restaurants which is 500m away.
    Loriza
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £34.68
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 35 reviews
    I am very satisfied with this apartment. Firstly, it’s because of the scenery. Secondly, it’s very clean. Thirdly, it’s not far from the city. It’s easy to grab Grab wherever you go. There is a shopping mall, starbucks, kfc, a&w, etc. nearby
    amelia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £44.83
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 31 reviews
    The location is convenient. The apartment is clean, with a nice swimming pool for kids.
    Chee Wee
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £49.60
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews
    good view, near city & batam centre ferry. ok for short stay only. ps#this is not hotel but apartment. the house owner will leave the door pin number at lobby, you need get it from lobby's staff. (it is a digital door lock)
    NanazKoo
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £30.07
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 41 reviews
    + Check in was easy. Property Host gave me a set of instructions about getting in via Whatsapp. + Room was okay. It's a studio apartment so probably it was the same about average hotel room. Enough for 2 person. + Everything was clean, bathroom, bed, kitchen was spotless. Towels and basic amenities were provided. + Location was really strategic, near to city center, but the apartment complex quite empty as it's practically new. + View was awesome. The room got a sea and city view.
    Kristienus
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £44.55
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 19 reviews
    No breakfast given as the stay is a condo apartment. Location was good.. near to batam centre & megamall. Just a walking distance but need to be careful as vehicles is moving fast. Not recommended with kids.
    Hashimah Hamzah
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £29.83
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 54 reviews
    The entire apartment is good.
    Mann Castello
    Family with young children

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