This was by far the best hotel I've stayed in in Southeast Asia during the 5 months I've traveled here this year and priced about the same as the other hotels in the area. The room was large, the king size bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom 5 star. The rooms have central air instead of the wall unit which makes them the most comfortable I've been in. The free breakfast buffet was incredible and I've paid more for that caliber of brunch in the US then the whole room cost. I also ate dinner there and that was delicious, a large portion and reasonably priced. There is a nice big beautiful pool surrounded by an open courtyard with bar and restaurant. The lobby is huge and beautiful! The staff at every point was friendly and helpful. The largest most popular nightclub is located as part of the hotel, but was closed because of a religious holiday the 2 nights I was there. The local area is okay, probably as good as it gets in Kendari.