In recent years, the island of Bali has become closer to Russian tourists. Not in mileage, of course. It’s just that in 2015 the tourist tax from foreigners was canceled both at the entrance and at departure. And this significantly reduces the cost of travel. It is expensive and long to fly to Bali, but all tourists call the rest there fabulous. Should we assume that the country of Indonesia is designed only for we althy travelers? By no means! There are also budget hotels.
But if you pay for a tour to Bali, then you want to live in decent conditions. And what about the Indonesian "treshka"? Just like in all other countries, you need to study reviews about the hotel. Hotels in Bali have an established world classification. But five stars, in addition to the high price of accommodation, do not guarantee anything. Just like the hotel, in the name of which modestly appears "3 ", is not a completely killed rooming house. "Threes" in Bali can get a low status simply becausefor its location or small territory. Let's see what tourists say about the Santika Hotel Siligita Nusa Dua 3.
Location
As you can see from the name of the hotel, it is located in the resort town of Nusa Dua. This place is almost unexplored by Russian tourists. Europeans, Americans, Japanese rest here. So if you want to take a break from your compatriots, Nusa Dua will definitely suit you. However, it should be borne in mind that no one here speaks Russian. So a minimum knowledge of English is required.
The Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3 hotel itself is not located in the city center, but on its outskirts. Many people just like this fact. There are no noisy bars and discos near the hotel. The luxurious hotels "The Grand Bali" and "Mercury Nusa Dua" are adjacent to "Santika Silligita". Life in this area stops at seven in the evening. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 12 km from the hotel. The same distance separates the hotel from another resort - Kuta. However, the Tanjung Benoa water sports center is within walking distance of the hotel.
The territory of the hotel Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3
Reviews of tourists on this occasion are very mixed. Some characterize the territory of the hotel as small, consisting of one four-story building with an adjoining swimming pool. Other tourists mention ponds with goldfish, flower beds, a small green lawn. Let's turn to the information provided by the hotelier. The territory of Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3 (Indonesia, Bali) is 6230 square meters. A lot or a little - you be the judge.
The hotel was built in 2010 and is part of the Santika Hotels chain. But what all tourists unanimously agree on is that the territory of the hotel is very clean, well-groomed, and reasonably thought out. The restaurant occupies the first floor of the building and has an open terrace by the pool. Rooms are located on floors 2-4. The building has two elevators. So ask for a room on the upper floors - the view is nicer there, and the noise is not heard. The only criticism caused by tourists was the lack of a playground, although there is a pool for small guests. The hotel area is well guarded. There are always two security guards at the entrance.
Categories of rooms
Guests call Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3a medium-sized hotel. It has 153 rooms in total. Their lion's share (108) belongs to the "superior room" category, but in the reviews tourists call them "standards". These rooms are located on all residential floors of the building (2-4), but on the upper level they face the road. The area of such double "superiors" is 22 square meters. A balcony adjoins the bedroom, there is a bathroom. It's nice that in this category of premises there are interconnecting rooms for large families or groups.
Deluxe Rooms are located on the second and third floors. Their balconies overlook the pool. The area of such rooms is only two square meters larger than that of the "standards". On the top floor of the building (and all - withpool view) are "suites". They consist of two rooms - a bedroom and a living room, and are designed for 2-4 people. The total area of such rooms is 53 sq. m. For guests of the "suites" the hotel offers bathrobes and slippers. Tourists in the reviews mention welcome drinks for VIP guests.
What's in the rooms
Guests appreciate the decoration of the rooms. All of them have huge floor-to-ceiling windows, making it bright and cozy. The furniture and plumbing in the rooms of Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3are new, everything functions without any problems. Those living in "superiors" mention that the closet is quite small and there are few shelves for clothes. But in general, the guests were satisfied with the rooms. Even the “standard” has air conditioning (silent and wisely located away from the bed), a flat-screen TV with cable channels (no Russian ones), a minibar with drinks and a free daily bottle of drinking water, a safe.
There is a fairly fast Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The presence of an electric kettle and refillable bags of drinks in the rooms was called a huge plus by the tourists. The bathroom has a hairdryer and toiletries. Housekeeping is good, no complaints. The only thing that puzzled many tourists (every third review mentions this) was the frosted glass door separating the bathroom from the bedroom.
Food
"To loversTurkish “all inclusive”, please do not worry,” say the guests of Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3. The hotel practices the concept of BB nutrition, that is, guests are fed only breakfast. But in the hotel restaurant "Mengiat" you can have lunch and dinner. Make it a must if you are a fan of Indonesian food.
Most tourists had lunch and dinner outside the hotel, because in cafes on the shore it is much cheaper, and there is more choice of dishes. Kedai n'deso, which is close to the hotel, has received many accolades for deliciously cooked fish and seafood. To the right of the hotel is the Pepito grocery store. Some tourists went to the fish market in Jimbaran. The seller will clean the purchased food, gut it and, if you wish, also cook it on the grill.
Breakfasts
All reviews of Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3, one way or another, touch on the topic of food at the hotel. Most of the guests were satisfied. The restaurant is located on the first floor and has a spacious terrace next to the pool. Tables are covered with tablecloths, dishes and cutlery are clean. What pleasantly surprised the guests of the hotel is that the waiters deliver tea and coffee, and there is no need to go with splashing drinks across the hall. Breakfast is served buffet style.
There are always dishes that are traditionally eaten in the morning in the stalls: sausages, boiled eggs, cereals, cold cuts, fruits, pastries. And the cook in the hall with visitors fries what is delicious to eat hot: scrambled eggs, pancakes,pancakes. There were no queues for food. Whenever you come for breakfast, at the beginning of a meal or at the end of it, there is always the same range of dishes. Waiters very quickly replace empty trays with full ones, change tablecloths, and remove dishes from the tables. Tourists in the reviews say that the assortment includes both European dishes and Asian dishes - Chinese and Indonesian.
Beach and sea
Many travelers wonder why such a wonderful hotel as Santika Siligita Nusa Dua 3has only three stars. Probably it's all about its location. You need to walk to the sea for 15-20 minutes, while on a not very convenient road (not everywhere there is a sidewalk). The hotel has an agreement with Mengiat Beach. To relax there for free, you need to take a ticket at the reception for a sunbed under an umbrella, and a towel by the pool.
Three times a day, according to the schedule, a bus runs from the hotel to the beach and back. What do travelers say about Mengiat himself? The beach is very beautiful, with white clean sand. The bottom is flat, there are almost no waves, which makes swimming safe for children. A pleasant feature of the beach is the fact that it almost does not feel low tides. Mengiat - the coast is very comfortable. There is a shower, toilet, lifeguards are on duty. There is a bar on the beach, but it is paid.
Service at Santika Siligita Nusa Dua Bali 3
In reviews, tourists often mention a spacious swimming pool with a children's section. In addition to a transfer to the beach, the hotel also offers a free trip to the shopping mall "Bali Collection Nusa Dua"(bus according to the schedule). The reception is open 24/7 and has a good command of English.
The entire staff of the hotel is very friendly, responsive, fulfills the slightest request. Wireless Internet is available throughout the territory, and in the rooms as well. Another "chip" of the hotel is the Spa center with a variety of massages. Its services are paid, but tourists highly recommend going there for at least a couple of sessions.
If you've dreamed of visiting Bali, but want to travel on a budget, this is the hotel for you!
