It was fine sunny Friday afternoon when we set foot at
the funky lobby of Harris Riverview Kuta Hotel, at the lobby one
of the eye-catchers is the swimming pool that is very accessible, they have
three swimming pools by the way. Checking-in was so quick and hassle-free,
seems like the receptionist senses our tired body coming from a whole day tour
in Ubud as I never imagined that in just less than fifteen minutes our spacious
room welcomed us warmly and the way it was being setup; it already connotes comfort.
And yes, we never expected that aside from its strategic location in Kuta; Harris
Hotel & Residences Riverview Kuta has a very relaxed and quiet atmosphere
that made us feel at home. Plus, the family room that we booked for four days
and three nights is good for four persons, which is quite huge and roomy for
the three of us. Basically, we can walk around without bumping on each other
and even had a coffee session on our dining slash living area anytime of the
day. It has also a stunning view of swimming pool from our room’s veranda and
from our bedroom’s window.
Harris Hotel & Residences Riverview Kuta is more than just a hotel, it is a concept for business and at the same time leisure lifestyle without hurting your pocket, and yes, being an advocate of “traveling in style” without spending too much, I was glad that this hotel’s motto is “the brighter side of life” on which they firmly stand because they promote a healthy lifestyle, offers a very good ambiance, bringing people together, and being a playful player in the business. To add, its interior with a touch of orange brings a cool, fun, and happy vibes. Harris Hotel & Residences Riverview Kuta is a 4-star hotel and one of the many Harris Hotels managed by Tauzia Hotels.
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| my footsteps leads me this wonderful hotel in Kuta, Bali |
We booked a Harris Family Room which has one bedroom with
a king-sized bed and two single-sized bed positioned at the living area, a kitchenette,
a water dispenser, a closet, a dining table for four persons, a living area
with TV of course to entertain you during your idle time, a safety deposit box
for your valuable stuff, complimentary tea and coffee, and ladies (and gents!)
there’s also a hairdryer and universal plug at the bedroom and living room. Of
course, whenever I am in an out-of-the-country (getting rid of the expensive roaming
charges, Wi-Fi is a must so I guess, you can already imagine how happy I was
when I know that there is a FREE Wi-Fi for those who can’t be offline and
needed connection to do their work even on vacation. Aside from that, desktop
computers are also available at the lobby.
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| the king-sized bed |
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| hug from Harris, yes?! |
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| spacious and tidy room, perfect for family of 4 |
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| two single bed in the living area |
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| the living area |
The Food
Of course, the very important meal of the day is
breakfast and we had a luxurious meal in a buffet style at Harris Café on which
they also serve halal foods and best Indonesian cuisines. Having a breakfast at
their restaurant and their brewed coffee was something to look forward for
every morning. The coffee tastes so good that I tend to finished two cups every
day, you can’t blame me though as its aroma was really a day-starter. Authentic Indonesian healthy drinks such as
Jamu Sari Jahe, Jamu Kunyit Asam and Jamu Beras Kentur are also available at
the buffet’s juice bar. It was also my first time to saw a restaurant that
already has green tea ready for consumption. Even though the variety is
limited, every dish was delicious and palatable.
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| what's for breakfast? |
The Amenities
Our itinerary was quite packed with activities to explore
and discover Bali, we still made sure to enjoy its amenities. We did swimming
at night and during an afternoon siesta where there’s no crowd. There’s also a
gym for those who want to shed off extra calories and or maintain their weight.
A function hall that fits more than a hundred visitors for those who wants to
celebrate their special day or for those who want to conduct a seminar or just
have business planning.
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| one of the function rooms |
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| and this was the setup for business meeting |
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| the main swimming pool, our room was on th 3rd floor |
The Verdict
With its very strategic location, I would highly recommend
Harris Hotel & Residences Riverview Kuta for first timers, family with kids
and for everyone who will be visiting Bali soon. It was my first time in Bali
and having this kind of accommodation gave me the pleasure to explore and
embrace its culture in a not-so-fast faced situation. Everything I needed was
either a walking distance or just a 15-minute ride from the hotel. It is way
perfect for those who look for a budget and yet ‘value for money’ kind of hotel
accommodation, they offer free shuttle going to Boardwalk twice a day on which
the famous Kuta beach is located, a few minutes’ walk from Kuta beach, you’ll
reach the Legian beach and catch the sunset while having a drink and good music
played by the locals at Seminyak beach. While the delicious, affordable and
most recommended Babi Guling is just a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
It was a relaxing and hassle-free accommodation. If it
weren’t my first time in Bali, I would say that I will just stay in my room, do
blogging and or enjoy its amenities. Yes, Harris Hotel & Residences
Riverview Kuta is best suited to every kind of traveler and given a chance to
be back soon in Bali, I still choose this hotel. The staffs were so very
friendly and do their best to attend on my needs, accommodating enough to
assist me with anything even on hiring a cab or suggesting places to visit. More
so, it is affordable that just for as low as Php 2,150 (560,000 rupiahs) you
can book a Harris Family Room. Really, you can travel and have an accommodation
in style without compromising your budget.
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HARRIS Hotel & Residences Riverview Kuta
Jalan Raya Kuta No. 62 A, Kuta
Bali, Indonesia, 80361
Email: sales-harris-riverview@tauzia.com
Jalan Raya Kuta No. 62 A, Kuta
Bali, Indonesia, 80361
Email: sales-harris-riverview@tauzia.com
What a great site the Harris Riverview in Bali is! Your room was nice, I love the Harris Big Hug! The Function Room, planning set up room and other meeting room are huge and nicely furnished. Also a nice gym to work off all that fantastic food!
ReplyDeleteI love the amenities of this hotel. The pool looks so inviting and I like that there is a bar nearby so we don't have to walk a distance to get some refreshments. If I travel to Indonesia, I think this would be the place to stay. Thanks for your review of the Harris Riverview Hotel!
ReplyDeleteI adore the colors of this hotel! The pops of orange are so happy. But how could you not be happy with such lovely ammenities?
ReplyDeleteUmmmmmmmm... WOW. What an experience. I've never really thought about travel to Bali, but may need to reconsider my bucket list!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place, looks like it has everything. Bali is on my bucket list, I would love to explore the area and the culture.
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