Ascent Premiere Pasuruan: Indonesia's Most Luxurious Escape Awaits!
Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the world of Ascent Premiere Pasuruan. Forget those glossy brochures, I’m gonna spill the tea, the spa water, and maybe even a little bit of the mini-bar gin (kidding… mostly). This isn't your grandma's hotel review – we're going full-on immersive experience.
The Hook: Does Luxury REALLY Exist?
Okay, so "Indonesia's Most Luxurious Escape Awaits!" – that’s a BIG claim, right? My immediate thought? "Prove it." I'm a cynical traveler, hardened by years of underwhelming hotel stays. But hey, a girl's gotta try, so I booked a stay, ready to be wowed… or utterly disappointed.
First Impressions: Accessibility and the Arrival
Accessibility: While Ascent Premiere boasts a lot, I’m seeing a few chinks in the armor. It says “Facilities for disabled guests”, which is GREAT. BUT, I really wish hotels would provide specifics. Is there a ramp at the entrance? Are the lifts wide enough for wheelchairs? Are there accessible rooms with roll-in showers? I'd love for them to be super clear about this to make my life so much easier.
Arrival: Getting there? Well, that's where the Airport transfer comes in. A godsend, honestly. After a long flight, the thought of navigating Indonesian traffic is a nightmare. Shoutout to the valet for whisking away my luggage (and my worries). Car Park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], and Valet parking are all available.
Check-in: Smooth as silk. Check-in/out [express] is available, but I opted for the regular route, taking in the lobby's impressive design. Front desk [24-hour] is a HUGE plus.
Rooms: The Sanctuary (or Not?)
Okay, the room. The Room. My kingdom for a comfy bed!
The Good Stuff: Okay, okay, it delivered. Air conditioning blasting (bliss!), Blackout curtains (essential for a good sleep!), and a High floor view. The bed? Oh, lord, the bed! Extra long bed – I'm a tall gal – and it was like sinking into a cloud. Bathrobes and slippers? Yes, please! Free bottled water (appreciated!). Coffee/tea maker? Caffeine is my oxygen. The mini-bar… well, that needs a separate chapter. The Safe box, hair dryer, desk, ironing facilities were all a win, too.
The Meh: While I had Free Wi-Fi, and Internet [LAN] was available, I had a few hiccups with the connection, which was annoying when I needed to work. I also noticed the Non-smoking rooms and Soundproof rooms were a lifesaver. Additional toilet and a Separate shower/bathtub are big pluses for me.
Room for Improvement: While the Room decorations were nice it was not my style, but I'm picky about decor.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Foodie's Paradise (Maybe?)
This is where Ascension REALLY shines!
Breakfast: Oh man, the breakfast buffet. Buffet in restaurant. Buffet in restaurant. Asian breakfast was phenomenal, overflowing with exotic fruits and noodle dishes. Even the Western options were decent. The Breakfast [buffet] and the Breakfast service were solid, with Coffee/tea in restaurant.
Restaurants: There's a Vegetarian restaurant. The Restaurants are good! You can also order from the A la carte in restaurant.
Lunch/Dinner: I had a divine meal at the International cuisine in restaurant! The Salad in restaurant was great, and I had delicious meals at the Western cuisine in restaurant and the Asian cuisine in restaurant.
The Bar: Okay, so remember the Poolside bar? Yeah, that was my happy place. The Bar service was good with Happy hour was the perfect way to wind down after a long day. I took a few drinks, and was served a Bottle of water.
Snacks: There's a Snack bar, so if you get peckish.
Room Service: The Room service [24-hour] is a lifesaver. Late-night cravings? No problem.
Ways to Relax: Spa-tacular or Just Okay?
This is where it gets interesting. Because I'm one of those people who goes to a spa… and then promptly falls asleep.
The Spa Experience (My Personal Breakdown): I went for the full hog. Spa, Spa/sauna and steamroom – all the bells and whistles. I booked a Body wrap and a Body scrub, and I went straight into a deep sleep. Seriously. The massage was good, but the real winner here was just the feeling of "ahhhh." The Foot bath was a nice touch, especially after wandering around all day.
Other Relaxing Options: Swimming pool? Obviously. The Pool with a view looked gorgeous, although I didn't actually get to swim because I was too busy napping. There is also a Sauna.
Gym/Fitness: Yes, they have a Fitness center and a Gym/fitness! I didn't use it (because, you know, spa), but it looked well-equipped.
Things to Do: Beyond the Pool
- Exploring: Okay, so Pasuruan isn't exactly a bustling metropolis. But that's part of the charm. Exploring requires a car or a taxi, but they have Taxi service. They even have a Bicycle parking
- For the Kids: Babysitting service and Kids facilities are available.
Cleanliness and Safety: Did They REALLY Sanitize?
This is, sadly, a BIG deal these days. Did Ascent Premiere take it seriously?
- Good Signs: I was impressed. Anti-viral cleaning products are listed and I saw Hand sanitizer everywhere. Daily disinfection in common areas was a reassuring sight. The staff was also good, with Staff trained in safety protocol. Rooms sanitized between stays, there was Hot water linen and laundry washing, Sterilizing equipment, Safe dining setup, and Sanitized kitchen and tableware items.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things Matter
- Useful Stuff: Concierge, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, and Laundry service make life easy. Doorman is an added touch. Cash withdrawal is available. The Elevator is a must.
- Business Travelers: They have Business facilities.
The Anecdote: Lost in Translation (and a Delicious Noodle Soup)
One evening, I was craving a simple noodle soup, the kind you slurp down in a comfy chair. I went to the restaurant and the language barrier got real, FAST. I tried to describe it, gesturing wildly. After a hilarious amount of back-and-forth (and me almost ordering a pizza!), they understood! I ended up with the most amazing bowl of spicy, fragrant noodle soup. It was the best meal I had! It was an amazing experience and a memory that will stay with me.
My Verdict: Ascent Premiere Pasuruan – Worth It?
Okay, so is it "Indonesia's Most Luxurious Escape?" That's subjective, of course. But for me, it was pretty damn close. It's a place where you can truly escape – leave your worries at the door and sink into pure, unadulterated relaxation.
The Imperfection (because nothing is perfect):
- The internet wasn't always reliable, and the lack of accessible specifics needs to be addressed.
The Recommendation:
FOR YOU (My Target Audience)
If You Are: Seeking a luxurious escape, craving relaxation, and appreciate attentive service, then YES, BOOK IT!
Ascent Premiere Pasuruan - Your Escape Awaits!
- Unwind in Luxurious Rooms: Experience ultimate comfort with air conditioning, blackout curtains, and extra-long beds.
- Indulge in Culinary Delights: Savor diverse flavors, from fresh Asian breakfasts to international cuisine with vegetarian options available.
- Melt Away Stress at the Spa: Experience the spa with diverse relaxing sessions.
- Safety First: Rest assured with rigorous cleaning protocols and staff trained in safety, ensuring your peace of mind.
- Seamless Convenience: Enjoy features like valet parking, airport transfers, and 24-hour room service.
Book your escape today and experience the luxury you deserve! Don't delay – your oasis of calm awaits!
This review is more than just facts. It's about the experience. The frustration of the internet, the bliss of the spa, the humor of the miscommunication. This is what makes Ascent Premiere Pasuruan special.
Ggulzam Hotel Yeosu: Your Unforgettable Korean Coastal Getaway!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is Ascent Premiere Pasuruan: A Mostly Organized Chaos (and Possibly Regrettable Food Choices) Adventure! I'm talking full-blown, no-holds-barred reality trip here. Prepare for the glorious mess.
Day 1: Arrival and the Great "Find The Pool" Hunt (and Early Dinner Shenanigans)
14:00 - Arrival & Hotel Check-in: The Illusion of Smooth Sailing (HA!)
Okay, let's be honest, the flight was a blur of recycled air and questionable decisions. Finally, we landed in Surabaya. Finding a taxi, navigating this little local airport, and getting to Ascent Premiere…let's just say it involved more sweaty palms and frantic hand gestures than a high-stakes poker game. The check-in? Smooth enough. The lobby is vaguely hotel-y, which is a good start.
15:00 - The Great Pool Quest:
The brochure promised sun-drenched serenity. Instead, I'm pretty sure I'm wading through a jungle – the kind where you expect to be ambushed by a grumpy orangutan. I swear, I circled that hotel building three times before I found it. And guess what? It was smaller than the pictures led on, but the water was cool and inviting after the travel. Good start.
17:00 - Culinary Roulette: Dinner at Insert Local Eatery Name (Pray for my Stomach!)
Okay, so here's where things get interesting… and potentially disastrous. I’m feeling brave (read: utterly clueless) and am venturing out for some street food. I asked the front desk (who, bless their hearts, tried to stop me) and they lead me by the streets to insert any local eatery name here. The menu is a kaleidoscope of things I can't pronounce. The scent of fried something is intoxicating. Fingers crossed my stomach doesn't stage a revolt later. I am really not sure what I ordered, but I really hope it helps.
19:00 - Room Rest and the "Did I Really Eat That?" Debate:
Back in the room. Right now, I am resting and trying to remember what I ate. The bed is surprisingly comfy, though the air conditioning sounds like a dying walrus. (Note to self: bring earplugs.) The aftertaste of whatever that dinner was a bit confusing, but overall I'm surviving.
20:00 - Night Thoughts and Journaling:
Time to record my thoughts and experience. "Dear Diary, Indonesia, day one, still alive. The food wasn't the plague, thankfully. The pool was found, though it took a minor miracle. I'm a sweaty mess. And strangely, I'm content. This could be the start of something awesome, or a complete disaster. Either way, I have a feeling I will never forget this.
Day 2: Exploring Pasuruan & the Art of Not Getting Lost (Wish me luck!)
07:00 - Breakfast Buffet: The Battle of the Bumper Cars (and Mild Regret)
The hotel buffet. A glorious, chaotic feast of… well, everything. The food is a gamble. I am going in. I'm eyeing the fruit because I'm trying to be healthy. It's a minefield of culinary temptation. I'm pretty sure I inhaled a pastry the size of my head. No regrets. Yet.
09:00 - The Road Trip:
Time to figure out what to do today. The front desk woman suggest the waterfall or the mount, but they both need a driver. Okay, this is new to me and I don't know how to drive locally, I'll take the bus and start the journey this way.
12:00 - Lunch and the Great Restaurant Hunt (and the “Lost in Translation” Edition)
Time for lunch! I found a place near by. The food, the people, it was all fun.
14:00 - The waterfall:
I take a bus and I arrive to the place. It was amazing and fantastic. I loved it.
18:00 - Back to the hotel. Dinner, sleep.
I went back to the hotel, tired, but happy.
Day 3: Departure - The End (and the Questionable Souvenir Hunt)
08:00 - Last Breakfast… and the "Souvenir or Regret" Decision:
Another shot at that buffet, feeling a bit braver this time. I am more than sure that the journey now is a little bit easier because I am somewhat used to it.
09:00 - The souvenir game!
I go out to find some souvenirs. I am aiming for something that is not touristy!
12:00 - Check out and Farewell Adventure:
I bid farewell to Ascent Premiere. I loved it.
Final Thoughts:
So, the grand finale. Did everything go according to plan? Absolutely not. Did I get lost? You betcha. Did I eat questionable food? Probably. Did I have an absolute blast? Without a doubt. This was more than just a trip; it was a lesson in embracing the chaos, the delicious food, and the beauty of figuring things out as you go. Would I do it all again? Hell yes. I'm already planning my return. Just gotta find my passport… and maybe a stronger stomach.
Bali Dream Villa: 2BR Private Pool, Ubud Center!
Okay, spill the tea. Is Ascent Premiere Pasuruan *really* as fancy as it sounds? My Insta feed's lying to me, right?
Honestly? Yeah. It's kind of ridiculous. Okay, rewind. I went in expecting the usual Indonesian luxury – you know, nice, but maybe a little… *plastic*? Like, perfectly manicured gardens that felt more staged than lived-in. Wrong. Wrong, wrong, wrong. This place is… well, let’s just say I nearly choked on my welcome drink (a ridiculously delicious concoction of dragon fruit and something vaguely tropical) when I saw the lobby. Think: less "hotel lobby," more "art installation you accidentally stumbled into." Giant, flowing white drapes, actual Indonesian art, and enough polished marble to make a Roman emperor jealous. It's the kind of place where you feel underdressed even in your best linen. (And I *was* wearing my best linen, dammit!)
What's the deal with the rooms? Are they just fancy boxes to sleep in, or are they, you know, actually *cool*?
Right, the rooms. Okay, hold up. This deserves its own extended rambles. I stayed in a… I think it was called a "Premier Suite"? Whatever. It was enormous. I'm talking, like, I could have hosted a small dance party in the living room. And I almost did! (Don’t judge. Jet lag.) Anyway, the bed. Oh, the bed. It was like sinking into a cloud made of marshmallows and pure, unadulterated comfort. Seriously, I may or may not have spent a full morning just… existing on the bed, ordering room service and watching Netflix. The bathroom? Marble, obviously. And a soaking tub so big I could have, again, hosted a small gathering of rubber ducks. The view? Stunning. Rolling green hills, the works. Honestly, I felt borderline guilty for being so comfortable. It was *that* good.
Okay, let's talk food. Is it all just tiny portions and foam? Or is the grub any good? Because I eat.
Thank GOD you asked about the food! Because *I* needed this. This hotel? The food is epic. Not "fancy food that tastes like air," but real, honest-to-goodness deliciousness. I had this grilled snapper with some kind of lemongrass-infused sauce... Oh. My. God. Still dreaming about it. Breakfast was a buffet of glorious proportions – the usual suspects, plus a whole section dedicated to Indonesian specialties. The nasi goreng was fantastic. (And look, I'm picky about my nasi goreng.) I even tried the durian. (Don't judge *me* on that either. It's a cultural experience, right? Sort of.) Okay, full disclosure: the durian was… challenging. Let’s leave it at that. But still worth the adventure. The restaurant staff? Always smiling, hyper helpful, and they somehow anticipated my every craving.
What about the spa? Because, you know, R&R is kinda the point.
Okay, the spa… okay, this is where I got a little *too* relaxed. I'm not kidding. I walked in, they offered me a tea, and I *basically* melted. The aromatherapy? Divine. The massage? So good I may have snored. Loudly. Apparently. (The therapist was super nice, though. Didn't even flinch.) The facilities? Absolutely beautiful and serene. There's like, a sauna, a jacuzzi, a whole lounge area. I think I spent a solid afternoon just alternating between sweating and lounging. Worth every single penny. I left feeling like a completely new person… and slightly in love with my massage therapist. Don’t tell my boyfriend!
Is there stuff to *do*, or am I just stuck staring at fancy furniture?
The hotel offers a few things. They had a pool, the gym seemed nice (I didn't go... priorities), and they offer hiking, which is probably really, really amazing with the views. The hotel itself is a destination, a place to breathe, I would certainly return if they would have me
Okay, the big question: The price. Is it going to make me weep into my instant noodles for a month?
Look. It's not cheap. Let's be honest. This is an experience, not a bargain basement weekend getaway. But, is it worth it? Absolutely. The level of service, the quality of everything… it justifies the price, especially if you've been saving up or just need a serious dose of pampering. Think of it as an investment in your sanity. Seriously, I went home feeling refreshed, recharged, and slightly… better. (And I desperately needed it.) Just… be prepared to maybe eat instant noodles for a *week*, not a month. Priorities!
How's the service? Are the staff actually helpful, or just… well, you know… *serving*?
Okay, this is where Ascent Premiere REALLY shines. The service is… wow. It's not just polite, it's genuinely *attentive*. They seem to anticipate your needs before you even know you have them. Remember that dragon fruit drink I mentioned? They remembered my name after one day. That's impressive. One time, I was trying to open a ridiculously complicated sachet of sugar, and a waiter, seemingly teleporting from nowhere, swooped in and opened it for me. (I might have looked slightly pathetic, but still.) They were genuinely friendly and eager to help. Also, and this is a tiny thing, but it made a difference: the staff always seemed genuinely *happy*. It's infectious. You feel looked after. You feel like a king (or queen!). It’s a major reason I would go back.
Is there a downside? Anything that actually, you know, sucked?
Okay, fine. There's ONE tiny, tiny thing. The wifi, in my room, was a *little* spotty at times. (First world problems, I know.) But honestly? That forced me to disconnect a bit. Which, in the end, was probably a good thing. It just made me... you know.. be present. So even that had an upside. Honestly, I struggled to find any real flaws outside a few instances of spotty internet.
