Taman Simalem Resort

We looked forward to a restful stay at the resort. However, the guests in the rooms next to us were inconsiderate and rude. It didn't help that the room's soundproofing wasn't great either. On the first night, they checked in late and made so much noise that it disrupted our sleep. On the second night, the group kept ringing our doorbell looking for their friends and playing loud music and talking late into the night. When we informed the front desk, they said they will speak to the guests to keep the noise down. However the noise continued. When we escalated the issue during checkout, the duty manager said she could not do anything about it. I am sure the noisy group had disturbed the other guests staying at the resort too. Furthermore, I don't understand what's the point of choosing a non-smoking room when the guests next door are smoking throughout the night with the cigarette smoke wafting into our room, because all rooms do not have aircon and hence not fully shuttered. We called the front desk to complain but once against their hands were tied. If you were attracted to the activities that they offered online, please do not place much hope in it. For the two nights we stayed, they said the yoga and singing bowls classes were not being offered. Not that it's full but it just wasn't taking place despite it being a daily activity. We also needed to check out early at 630am but breakfast starts at 7am. Some hotels with better service will ask if guests would like them to pack a small take out box, but this place didn't suggest that, and when I asked if they could do that, they said no. The worst part was when their WhatsApp to me as a guest got my name wrong, seriously do they not check their records first?? For an extremely expensive hotel by Indonesian standards, this place is super disappointing. It has a great view but everything else just spoilt the trip. Sure they offered us a return 2 night stay for our inconveniences, but as an overseas tourists why would I return again to Lake Toba that soon when I can travel elsewhere, and why would I even want to stay here again.

The road to the resort can imrpive a lot. Came when its rainjng season. Cant do many things. Just do resort tour.  Cab or grab pr other service poor here. Can improve a lot. Easier for foreigners to commute. Or provide a shuttle for us to commute.

The most beautiful hotel in Lake Toba, friendly staff and everything here is the best for our trip. Don’t miss One Tree Hill if you stay here.