When this hotel first opened, room service included bottled water and an iron. Now, since it's been operated by Horison, rooms are now equipped with dispensers in the hallways.
I also stayed here before and asked the receptionist to replace the carpet in the hallways on each floor, especially since there was a hole in the middle.
When I was in my room (my most recent stay was room 604), the AC took a long time to cool down, taking over half an hour.
Perhaps the General Manager should check the condition of each room individually and then take action to improve the hospitality experience.
My suggestion is to create Instagrammable Minangkabau-themed photo spots in the lobby or in some open spaces that guests can share on social media. This will give this hotel a unique and truly ethnic feel, embracing the Padang spirit, a staple of West Sumatra tourism.
If I may suggest another, make the entrance more open and spacious. As soon as you enter, the hotel is incredibly cramped. I think it's up to the exterior design experts to create a welcome area that instantly makes people fall in love.
Beyond that, this is a great hotel in a great location if it's well-maintained. Hopefully, the Horison team, with their extensive experience in many hotels, can make Balairung one of the best in the Horison group.
Moreover, I heard that Horison will be in Payakumbuh with the Rajawali group; surely a "marriage" will be a path to progress.
Thank you, and best regards from Eko Yanche Edrie (Edri Yoenif), Editor-in-Chief of Khazanah Daily in Padang. 🙏🙏🙏🙏