Malang's Hidden Gem: OYO 90077 Live Homestay Review (You WON'T Believe This!)
Malang's Hidden Gem: OYO 90077 Live Homestay Review (You WON'T Believe This!)
Malang's Hidden Gem (Maybe?) - My OYO 90077 Live Homestay Adventure! (You WON'T Believe This!)
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I just got back from Malang, Indonesia, and let me tell you, the whole experience was… well, it was something. And at the heart of it was OYO 90077 Live Homestay. Now, I'm not one to shy away from an adventure, and let's be honest, the price was ridiculously tempting. So, did I stumble upon a hidden paradise, or did I just sign up for a budget travel horror story? Let's delve in, shall we?
First Impressions: (And the Great Wi-Fi Quest!)
The website promised a “Live Homestay” experience, which, in my adventurous brain, meant rustic charm and maybe a rooster to wake you up. What I got was… well, it looked like a homestay. Kinda. Let's be honest, the exterior wasn't exactly Instagram-ready. But hey, I'm all about the inside, right?
First things first: Internet access! This is crucial, because I’m a digital nomad who survives on caffeine and Wi-Fi. The good news? Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Yay! …Sort of. Let’s just say the Wi-Fi was… erratic. I'm pretty sure the signal strength would have better luck on the moon. But when it did work, it was a miracle. I spent a good portion of my trip wandering around the property like a digital ghost, trying to catch a signal. There was Internet [LAN] available, but I'm pretty sure I'd forgotten how to connect to that ancient technology. Sigh.
The Room: Was It a Home, or a Holding Cell?
Okay, the room. Let's be real, it wasn't the Ritz. But hey, it's a budget homestay, so my expectations were appropriately adjusted. Available in all rooms: Air conditioning, thank goodness, because Malang can be a sweaty experience. Air conditioning in public area was also appreciated. Alarm clock? Check. Bathroom phone? I'm not sure why, but okay! Blackout curtains? Blessedly, yes! Because sleep is precious. Carpeting? Yep. Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea? All there. I definitely made good use of the coffee maker. Daily housekeeping? Eventually. Some days it was pristine, others… less so.
The bed? Extra-long bed? I suspect this was a triumph of marketing over reality. It was long enough, but the mattress… well, let's just say I've had firmer experiences on a park bench. I did appreciate the Free bottled water. Little things, you know? Hair dryer? Yes! And it actually worked. Internet access – wireless was technically available (see Wi-Fi rant above). Ironing facilities? Another win! Definitely needed, trust me. Laptop workspace? Yup. Linens? Present and accounted for. Mini bar? Nope. Mirror? Yup, thankfully. Non-smoking room? Yes, thankfully. Private bathroom? YES! Separate shower/bathtub. Phew. Refridegerator? Needed that for keeping my ice cream cool, which they didn't have. Satellite/cable channels? Check. Basic, but functional. Shower? Worked. Slippers? Aw, fancy! Smoke detector? GOOD. Socket near the bed? YES! Soundproofing? Not really. I could hear everything. And I mean EVERYTHING. Telephone? Old school, but it worked. Toiletries? The bare minimum, but hey, it's something. Towels? Adequate. Umbrella? Nope.
Cleanliness and Safety: Hoping for the Best…
This is where things get a bit… dicey. OYO, being OYO, wasn't exactly the epitome of spotless perfection. However! They did at least try. Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer at the entrance. They did seem to be taking Hygiene certification seriously. I'm pretty sure they had Rooms sanitized between stays.
Staff trained in safety protocol? Probably. They seemed to be trying their best, bless their hearts. First aid kit? I didn't need it, thank goodness. Fire extinguisher? Yep. Security [24-hour]? I believe so. Smoke alarms? Good to know!
Dining and Drinking: The Breakfast Buffet Beckons! (Maybe)
Okay, food. This is where I was really hoping for a win. And in some ways, I got one! Asian breakfast? Check! Breakfast [buffet]? Yes, although the "buffet" was more of a selection. It was… interesting. I definitely had the Asian cuisine in restaurant. Coffee/tea in restaurant was a lifesaver. Then there was Western breakfast, not bad for what it was. I mean, I'm not looking for gourmet here.
They also offered Room service [24-hour]! Which was tempting, especially after a long day of exploring. Restaurants are in the nearby area and a lot of good ones. Poolside bar? Nope. Snack bar? Not really. Bottle of water? Provided. One of the little things that made the stay more palatable.
Now, the imperfections. The buffet was small and didn't always have much to offer. The kitchen's cleanliness wasn't the best.
Things to Do and Ways to Relax: (Mostly, You’re on Your Own!)
This is where, realistically, OYO 90077 let me down. Fitness center? Nope. Gym/fitness? Nope. Pool with view? Nope. Spa/sauna? Haha, no.
The only way to relax that I found was to lay low in my room.
Services and Conveniences: The Ups and Downs of Budget Life
There were some things that were a welcome bonus: Daily housekeeping made a world of difference! Having someone tidy up was fantastic. Cash withdrawal wasn't far away. Concierge? I'm not sure I ever saw one, but there was a reception desk. Convenience store? Nope. Currency exchange? Nada. Elevator? No need, as the building wasn't high. Facilities for disabled guests? I didn’t really notice anything specific, although the property was accessible. Food delivery? Easy. Gift/souvenir shop? Nope. Luggage storage? Yep. Meeting/banquet facilities? Probably not. Probably not. Outdoor venue for special events? Maybe. Safety deposit boxes? Yes! Taxi service? Readily available.
For the Kids: (Not Really)
Babysitting service? Nope. Family/child friendly? Not really. Kids facilities? Nope. Kids meal? I doubt it.
Getting Around: Easy Peasy (Mostly)
Airport transfer? Ask. Bicycle parking? Probably. Car park [free of charge]? Yep. The Car park [on-site] was nice. Taxi service? Plenty.
Check-in/out [express]? Okay, they did make this quick. Check-in/out [private]? Nope.
The Verdict: (Maybe?)
Alright, so, would I recommend OYO 90077 Live Homestay? Honestly… it depends. If you're on a tight budget, and you're looking for a place to crash while you explore Malang, it's okay. Just temper your expectations. The Wi-Fi might drive you to drink, and the breakfast buffet might leave you wanting more.
But hey, the staff were trying, the location was decent, and the price? Hard to beat. So, maybe. Maybe it's a hidden gem, polished just enough to sparkle. Maybe it's a diamond in the rough. Or maybe it's just a really, really budget-friendly place to lay your weary head. You'll have to decide for yourself!
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- H1: Malang's Hidden Gem (Maybe?) - My OYO 90077 Live Homestay Adventure! (You WON'
Alright, buckle up, Buttercup. Because this isn't your pristine, perfectly-planned travel itinerary. This is my version. And trust me, it’s gonna be chaotic. We're talking Malang, Indonesia, OYO 90077 Live Homestay – starting point for a potential train wreck of an amazing trip. Let's see if I survive… and if my sanity survives WITH me.
Malang Mayhem: A Loose-Lipped Itinerary (Subject to Spontaneous Combustion)
Day 1: Arrival & Instant Noodles of Doom (and Gratitude)
- Morning (or what passes for morning after a red-eye): Land in Surabaya. Pray to the travel gods my luggage hasn't decided to take a scenic detour to… well, anywhere but Indonesia. Taxi ride to Malang. The air is thick with humidity and the smell of… something delicious. Is that frying banana? Okay, already loving this. Arrival at OYO 90077 Live Homestay. Honestly, after a flight, a taxi, and navigating language barriers, this place looks like heaven. Check-in. Collapse.
- Afternoon: Unpack (eventually) then find the local grocery store. The biggest problem: I'm hangry. Hangry with a capital H. Stumble back with a mountain of instant noodles (because, priorities) and a carton of what I think is orange juice (it's probably not… but I'm game). Actually, the noodles are PERFECT after such a travel day. Comfort food, Indonesian style. Bliss. I even managed to get the boiling water right. Victory! Take that, jet lag!
- Evening: Wander the street. Look for the Warung (small, family-run restaurant). I am on the hunt for nasi goreng. Or, well, any food at this point. I'll be too tired for anything too adventurous, so this is a good start. Find a random Warung. They don't speak much English. I barely speak any Bahasa. Point haphazardly at the menu. Pray. End up with… whoa. Something amazing. Seriously, the best thing I've eaten in months. The magic of Indonesian street food is real. I’m already plotting to eat every single thing in the menu.
- Night: Total crash. Crash of all crashes. Attempt to read. Eyes close immediately. Consciousness ends. Welcome to Indonesia!
Day 2: The Adventure Begins (Maybe. Probably Not.)
- Morning: Wake up, slightly confused about my location. Where am I? Oh right, Indonesia. That’s not a bad thing! Attempt to find breakfast. Seriously, I'm thinking of becoming a breakfast tourist. Try the coffee. It might be a bit thin but it's amazing.
- Late Morning/Early Afternoon: Embark on a perilous journey. This involves figuring out local transport. (A Bemo? A motorcycle taxi? Pray for me.) Goal: Batu City. This little town is packed with attractions, including the Jatim Park. It’s a theme park. I’m in. Pure unadulterated theme park joy. I'm also going to try to go to Coban Rondo Waterfall but I might chicken out. I'm not the most graceful person. A waterfall is a recipe for disaster. But I’ll try!
- Afternoon: Reality check. Theme park. So much walking. So much noise. So many tiny, adorable people. I have a brief moment to reflect on my life choices. Am I too old for this? No, no. I embrace the silly. Embrace the sugar rush (because, snacks!). I should have known better than to try for both the park and the waterfall. But the adrenaline of trying to fit everything in is addicting. Take the wrong route. Get lost. Meet some friendly locals. Laugh. Buy weird souvenirs.
- Evening: Drag myself back to Malang. Stagger into a local restaurant, order something I think is chicken rice (or maybe it's tofu? Who cares!). Realize I haven't been in contact with ANYBODY since leaving my home land. Feel an unexpected pang of loneliness. That's probably because I'm exhausted and overstimulated. Order another Bintang (Indonesian beer). Better now.
- Night: Collapse again. Dream of rollercoasters and waterfalls and rice.
Day 3: Volcanoes, Vomit, and Unexpected Grace (Hopefully Not in That Order)
- Morning: Today is the day. This is THE thing I've been excited AND terrified about. The trip to Mount Bromo. I booked a tour, because the solo thing is getting just a little bit sketchy.
- Very early morning (like, ungodly hour): Wake up (or, rather, attempt to wake up). Shove down some lukewarm instant noodles (again… I'm seeing a pattern here). Meet the tour. Crammed into a jeep with strangers. The driver has a cigarette dangling from his lip. This is either going to be amazing or horrific. Or maybe both.
- Sunrise at Mount Bromo: The drive is bone-jarring. The air gets colder. Then, the view. Holy. Moly. It's… incredible. A lunar landscape. A volcano spewing smoke. The sunrise is painting the sky in colors I didn't know existed. Breathe it in. Try to take a picture that captures the magic (spoiler: I fail). Feel a profound and unexpected sense of peace. Then, take an emotional picture with my friends, who are far far away.
- Mid-Morning (or when the jeep finally stops rattling my teeth): Hike to the crater rim. (Here's where the "vomit" part comes in… altitude sickness is a beast. I feel like I'm slowly turning into a prune). The air is thin. The climb is steep. I push myself. I curse myself. I see the crater. It's beautiful, terrifying, and makes me feel, for a moment, like I'm standing on the edge of the world. This is worth all the discomfort.
- Afternoon: Back to Malang. That long shower to get rid of every little particle of volcanic ash is going to be heaven. Explore the markets. Buy more weird souvenirs. Maybe find a massage. My body definitely needs some love.
- Evening: Reflect on the day. I did it. I actually did it. That volcano… it was something. Celebrate with a simple dinner, maybe a little karaoke (if I dare). Call my loved ones. Tell them everything (even if I ramble, and get teary-eyed over the experience).
- Night: Pass Out.
Day 4: Farewell (For Now…?)
- Morning: Sleep in! Finally!
- Late Morning: Final Malang wanderings. This is where I'll probably discover the hidden gems I missed. Find a cute cafe. Get some real coffee. Do some last-minute souvenir shopping (more weirdness, guaranteed). Soak up the atmosphere. Realize that I'm already starting to miss this place.
- Afternoon: Head to Surabaya airport. The farewell to this little gem. Think about all of the things I missed. And, of course, all the mistakes I made and the things I am thankful to have done.
- Evening: Realize the vacation is over. Reflect on the chaos. Did I get lost? Yes. Did I eat questionable food? Probably. Did I regret any of it? Absolutely not. Indonesia, thank you for showing me a good time.
Remember: This is not a definitive guide. This is my trip. It might change on a whim. It probably will. Be prepared for unexpected adventures (and delays, and probably mosquito bites). Embrace the mess. The imperfect. The chaos.
And most importantly, pack your sense of humor. You're going to need it. Selamat jalan! (Safe travels!)
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OYO 90077 Live Homestay: You Think You're Ready? (Spoiler: You Probably Aren't) - My Honest FAQ
Okay, spill the tea! What's the *real* deal with OYO 90077 Live Homestay? I've seen the pictures... they're... something.
Alright, buckle up buttercup, because the pictures? They're like a Tinder profile – *slightly* enhanced. The reality is… complicated. Think "budget backpacking meets grandma's spare room... if grandma needed a serious paint job and a plumber." It's in Malang, yes, near the Bromo area (that's a plus!), but let's just say "charming" isn't the first word that springs to mind. More like "rustic" with a healthy dose of "crossed fingers and hoping for the best."
The location? Is it actually *hidden*? Because I'm picturing some kind of secret mountain lair...
"Hidden" is a generous term. Let's go with "strategically tucked away." You *will* get lost. Absolutely. I did. Twice. My Grab driver also looked like he was contemplating a career change by the time we arrived. It's down a narrow, winding lane that seems to be shrinking as you get closer. Prepare for a serious "are we there yet?" moment. On the bright side, it *is* fairly quiet, away from the main Malang hustle. Which, depending on your mood, is either a blessing or a curse. For me? After the city's chaos, it was a glorious, blissful silence. Except for the occasional rooster symphony... and the questionable plumbing noises. We'll get to that.
The rooms! What are they *really* like? I'm imagining a tiny, Spartan cell...
Tiny? Yes. Spartan? Mostly. Think basic necessities: a bed (hopefully clean-ish), a bedside table (probably wobbly), and a bathroom (pray for hot water... seriously, pray). My room was... well, it had character. A character that *might* involve a damp smell and questionable stains on the ceiling. Let's just say I spent a lot of time inspecting EVERYTHING with a UV light (okay, I’m kidding… mostly). The mattress? Let's call it "experienced." It had definitely seen better days, and possibly a previous guest or two. I swear I felt every spring. On the plus side, the mosquito net was intact, which is a *huge* win in that part of the world.
Speaking of the bathroom... hot water? A working toilet? Tell me the truth!
Ah, the bathroom. The *pièce de résistance*. Okay, look: the water *might* be warm, sometimes. Hot? Don't hold your breath. The toilet? Let's just say it had a mind of its own. One morning, it decided to... well, it decided to gurgle menacingly for a good twenty minutes before giving up the ghost. I had to call someone (thankfully, the staff were actually pretty helpful, even when dealing with the rogue toilet) to, shall we say, "revive it." It was an experience. Consider packing wet wipes. Seriously. You'll thank me later. And maybe a hazmat suit, just in case.
The staff? Are they friendly? Do they speak English?
The staff are the saving grace, honestly. They're genuinely lovely, super friendly, and try their best to help with anything. English skills are... variable. Basic communication is totally doable. A smile and a little patience goes a long way. One of the staff members, a young guy named Arif, was an absolute sweetheart. He even helped me find a *bakso* stall that was off-the-charts amazing. So, yeah, the staff were genuinely good, and I have nothing but good things to say about them.
Food? Do they offer breakfast? And is it edible?
Breakfast is included, and it's... well, it's breakfast. Don't expect a gourmet experience. It's usually something simple. Toast (maybe), eggs (likely), and some sort of fruit. Edible? Absolutely! Delicious? Let's say it fills you up, and that's what you need. It's not a culinary highlight, but it's fuel for your adventures. I did get a particularly memorable cup of coffee one morning. Let's just say it was strong enough to jumpstart a car. I'm still not sure if it was good, or just very, very potent.
Okay, so the plumbing is questionable, the rooms are basic, but the staff is nice... What's the *one thing* I should absolutely prepare for?
The *one thing*? The noise! And I don't mean just the roosters (though they're definitely part of the symphony). I mean the general sounds of life. The barking dogs, the motorbikes, the occasional construction. It's not a silent retreat. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs. Seriously. I went through about three pairs during my stay. And maybe a white noise machine app on your phone. Trust me, you'll want them. Otherwise, you'll be counting every rooster crow at 4:00 AM. I speak from experience. I still shudder when I hear those distinctive sounds!
Would you stay there again? Be honest!
Okay, here's the brutal truth: Probably not. BUT… that's only because I am a bit of a princess. If I were on a super-tight budget, or if I was a solo traveler on a real adventure, and I didn't mind roughing it? Then yes. Actually, the more I think about it… the raw, unvarnished experience? There was a certain charm to it. It was… authentic. Not polished, not perfect, but real. It gave me a story to tell for years to come! And frankly, that's worth something. If you're after luxury? Run. If you're after a genuine experience? Go in with your eyes open, a sense of humor, and a healthy dose of expectation management. You might just have a surprisingly good time.
Any other tips? Anything I *must* know before booking?
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