Michi Photostory: Staycation

September 22, 2026

Where to Stay in Batam, Indonesia: Our Stay at Radisson Golf & Convention Center

Okay, let’s get back to our Singapore–Batam trip!

It’s been a month since I last shared a chapter from this adventure. I’ve published a few other posts in between, but I realized we still have a lot of this trip left to tell.

So, let’s rewind a little and continue where we left off: Day 2 of our 9-day journey.

After spending some time in Singapore, we made our way to Batam, Indonesia. Our first stop was our home away from home for the next part of our trip.

Before I take you through what we did and where we went in Batam, let’s start with where we stayed.

Why We Chose Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam

I didn’t have a hard time choosing our accommodation in Batam because my husband had already stayed here during a company trip. He had a good experience, so I decided to book the same hotel for our family trip.

You can also check out my old blog post about Radisson Golf & Convention Center for a previous look at the hotel.

For this trip, I booked a Superior Room - City View for 3 adults. The rate varies depending on your booking dates and rate plan.

I chose the Semi-Flexible Members Rate with Breakfast, which cost IDR 2,773,683 at the time of booking. Payment was due upon arrival at the hotel.

Getting to the Hotel

Complimentary Hotel Shuttle Service

I had already purchased our ferry tickets before asking the hotel if they offered a complimentary shuttle service. Fortunately, they do!

Unfortunately, the shuttle schedule didn’t match our arrival time, so we weren’t able to take advantage of the complimentary service.

The shuttle pick-up schedule from Mega Mall was:

10:20 AM
1:20 PM
4:20 PM

There is no shuttle pick-up directly from the Batam Ferry Terminal. You need to walk through the skybridge first to reach the pick-up point at Mega Mall Lobby C, which is about a 5–7 minute walk and is next to Pizza Hut.

Advance booking is required.

The hotel also offers a private car transfer for IDR 130,000 per way, with a maximum capacity of three passengers with baggage.

Since the shuttle schedule didn’t work for us, we simply took a taxi from the ferry terminal. The standard rate at the time was IDR 70,000.

The hotel also offers daily shuttle services to Grand Batam Mall and Nagoya Hill Mall, as well as a daily buggy service if you want to visit K Square Mall.

We didn’t use these services either because we decided to simply rest at the hotel during our second day.

Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam

Upon arrival at the hotel, the staff warmly welcomed us and helped with our luggage. We then went straight to the reception to check in.

I knew the standard check-in time was 3:00 PM, so after paying for our reservation, we settled in the lobby while we waited.

But after just about eight minutes, the staff informed us that our room was already available!
It was only around 11:30 AM, so I was really thankful that we were able to check in early. We could finally rest for a bit before lunch.

We collected our luggage and headed to our room.

Superior Room – City View

This was our room for the night.

I specifically chose a twin-bed room because I had already seen the king-bed room during my husband’s previous stay. I felt that the room might be a little cramped if we added an extra bed, so I thought two beds would be more comfortable for the three of us.

The room was comfortable for our short stay and had the basic amenities we needed.

Room Amenities

The room included:
Flat-screen TV
Work desk
Coffee and tea-making facilities
Minibar/refrigerator
In-room safe
Iron and ironing board
Bathroom

The Bathroom

The bathroom has an open-style layout. Once you open the room door, you can immediately see the sink. Behind the sink is the shower and toilet area, which is separated from the bed by a wall.
The front portion of the shower and toilet area is covered with frosted glass, and the doors are also made of frosted glass.

I’m honestly not a big fan of this type of bathroom design. I’m not sure why, but I’ve noticed that this kind of layout has become quite common in many of the hotels we’ve stayed at over the past few years.
It’s really a matter of personal preference, especially if you’re traveling with family or friends and prefer more privacy.

Dining Options

The hotel has several dining options, and during our stay, we tried Bite Restaurant and Room Service.
The dining options include:

Bite Restaurant
Liminal Coffee + Bites
Pool Bar
Room Service

I’ll share more about our food experience in a separate post because there are quite a few things to share!

Activities

If you check the hotel’s website, there are several activities available for guests, including:

Archery
Cooking classes
Snooker and billiard tables
Indoor and outdoor team-building activities
Golf driving range

During our visit, some of the activities being offered included archery, batik painting, tie-dye making, and cupcake decorating.

I was actually interested in trying the batik painting, but unfortunately, it was already too late for me to join when I checked the schedule. The activity was offered from 9:00–11:00 AM or 1:00–5:00 PM.

At the time of our visit, the activities ranged from approximately IDR 150,000 to IDR 220,000.

Facilities and Amenities

One of the things that makes Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam different from a typical city hotel is the number of facilities available within the property.

The hotel features:

An 18-hole championship golf course
Indoor and outdoor infinity pools
Zoysia Spa
24/7 fitness center
Kids’ Club
Children’s play area
Shuttle and transfer services
Luggage storage
Convention and event facilities

With all these facilities, you can easily spend most of your time at the hotel without having to go somewhere else.

Our Overall Experience

Overall, we enjoyed our overnight stay at Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam.

Even though our stay was short, we were able to enjoy a little staycation and get some much-needed rest after traveling from Singapore to Batam.

I was especially happy that we were able to check in early, which gave us more time to relax and enjoy the hotel.

The service was also good, and all the staff were accommodating throughout our stay.

If you’re planning a trip to Batam and looking for a hotel where you can relax, enjoy resort-style facilities, and spend some quiet time away from the city, Radisson Golf & Convention Center Batam is worth considering.

For us, it was a comfortable place to stay and had the biggest room we had during our 9-day trip through Singapore and Batam, Indonesia.

August 26, 2026

Conrad Pune India: A Week of Comfort, Food, and Hospitality

My husband recently traveled from Manila, Philippines, to Pune, India, for a week-long training. It was his first time visiting India and his first stay at a Conrad hotel.

The journey from Manila to Pune was long. He took two international flights and one domestic flight before finally arriving in Pune. Although the trip involved several flights and many hours of travel, it also allowed him to experience a new country while attending his training.

For the entire week, Conrad Pune became his home away from home, a place where he could rest, relax, and recharge after his busy training days.

Although I wasn’t part of the trip, I wanted to share his experience here on my blog. Through his stories and the photos he took during his stay, I got a glimpse of what his week in Pune was like, from the hotel and its hospitality to the room, food, facilities, and little details that made his stay memorable.

So, here’s a look at my husband’s first experience at Conrad Pune, a luxury hotel located in the Central Business District of Pune, India.

Getting to Conrad Pune

Conrad Pune is approximately 9 kilometers from Pune Airport. Fortunately, my husband had an airport transfer arranged by the hotel, which made getting from the airport to the hotel convenient and hassle-free after his long journey. After traveling through multiple flights, having a hotel transfer waiting for him was certainly a welcome convenience.

Arrival at Conrad Pune

After the long journey from Manila to Pune, my husband finally arrived at Conrad Pune.

One of the first things he noticed was the hotel’s tight security. While this made the arrival feel a little more formal, it also gave him the impression that the hotel takes security and guest safety seriously.

Once inside, the check-in process was quick and smooth. The staff were welcoming and made the arrival experience comfortable, which was especially appreciated after such a long trip.

King Deluxe Room

My husband stayed in a King Deluxe Room, which features a contemporary and modern design.

After traveling for many hours, one of the most important things was having a comfortable place to rest, and thankfully, the bed did not disappoint. He found it comfortable, making it easy to relax after his long journey and busy training days.

The room also features a bedside sensor touch panel that allows guests to conveniently control the lights and curtains without having to get out of bed. It’s a small feature, but one that adds a nice touch of convenience.

The floor-to-ceiling windows let in plenty of natural light and offered a view of the surrounding area. From his room, he could see trees, buildings, and quite a few birds flying around outside.

Bathroom

The bathroom comes with both a walk-in shower and a separate bathtub.

One interesting feature I noticed from his photos was the remote control in the bathroom. He later discovered that the bathroom also has an in-mirror television. At first, there is simply a semi-black rectangle on the mirror, but that is actually where the television screen is located.

It’s one of those small luxury touches that makes the room feel a little more special. I thought it was a pretty interesting feature, especially since you wouldn’t immediately realize that there was a television hidden in the mirror.

Other Room Amenities

The room also comes with several amenities designed to make the stay more comfortable, including:

· Wi-Fi connectivity
· Bluetooth audio player
· Alarm clock
· Satellite channels
· Minibar
· In-room safe
· Iron and ironing board
· Individually controlled air-conditioning

Another detail my husband noticed was the housekeeping service. Conrad Pune serviced his room twice a day during his stay. This stood out to him because, in many hotels, housekeeping typically comes once a day.

Even the room key had an interesting touch. The key card was made of wood, with an engraved message on the back: “This is expensive technology. Please return this card upon checkout.” It was a fun little detail that he noticed during his stay.

Dining at Conrad Pune

There are several restaurants and bars at Conrad Pune, giving guests plenty of dining options during their stay. These include Al Di La – The Italian Rooftop, Coriander Kitchen, Kabana, Koji, Masu, Pune Sugar Box, and Zeera.

Because my husband was busy with his training, he mostly had his breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Coriander Kitchen. He also had dinner at Al Di La – The Italian Rooftop and Kabana.

With a busy training schedule, having several dining options within the hotel was convenient since he didn’t have much time to go elsewhere for meals.

Buffet Breakfast at Coriander Kitchen

Coriander Kitchen offers flavors from India, across Asia, and Mediterranean-inspired street food.

Since this was his first time in India, many of the dishes were unfamiliar to him. There was a wide variety of food, with a strong selection of Indian cuisine.

He tried some of the local dishes, but he also found himself looking for something familiar from home. Interestingly, one of his favorite dishes during his stay was poori, an Indian fried bread that he really enjoyed. So, even though he was initially looking for familiar food, he ended up finding a new favorite in Indian cuisine.

I guess that’s one of the fun parts of traveling; you never know which local dish might surprise you!

Dinner at Kabana

Although he also ate at some of the other restaurants during his stay, he only managed to take photos of his dinner at Kabana. For dinner, he had pizza along with a chicken dish.

What He Didn’t Get to Experience

Because the main purpose of his trip was training, my husband didn’t have much free time to enjoy all of the hotel’s facilities. He didn’t get the chance to use the outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, or spa during his week-long stay.

It would have been nice to experience these facilities, but with such a busy training schedule, there simply wasn’t enough time.

This is probably one of the downsides of staying at a beautiful hotel for work: you may have access to plenty of facilities, but not enough free time to actually enjoy them!

Final Thoughts

Overall, Conrad Pune gave him a comfortable place to stay throughout his trip and made his first visit to India a memorable one.

For now, I’m happy that his first trip to India gave him a good experience, and that he came home with plenty of stories and photos for me to share.