KOA 3L

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to KOA 3L, I wasn’t expecting much. The name doesn’t exactly scream luxury, and you know how it is with three-star places. But here’s the thing that caught me off guard: this place actually gets it right in ways that matter. The front desk staff knew my name before I even finished checking in (which, by the way, took maybe three minutes), and there’s this genuine warmth that you just don’t find at the cookie-cutter chains. The lobby’s got this lived-in feel – not fancy, but clean and comfortable with those deep couches that you actually want to sink into after a long day.

What really sold me was the attention to the little stuff. My room had blackout curtains that actually worked – I mean, properly dark, not that thin fabric nonsense that lets in every streetlight. The shower pressure was honestly better than what I’ve got at home, and the water stayed hot even when I took one of those ridiculously long showers you only take when you’re traveling. There’s decent soundproofing too, which matters more than people think. I barely heard the elevator or other guests, even though the place seemed pretty full. The WiFi was solid throughout my stay – no dropping out during video calls, which is basically a miracle these days. And here’s something weird but practical: they’ve got these bedside outlets positioned exactly where you need them, not hidden behind furniture like some designer’s afterthought.

The breakfast situation is simple but done right – fresh coffee (refilled constantly), actual eggs instead of that powdered stuff, and local pastries that change depending on what’s good that day. I ended up chatting with other guests most mornings, which doesn’t usually happen at bigger hotels where everyone’s rushing around with their phones. The whole vibe is just… relaxed, I guess? Like staying at a friend’s place who happens to run a really well-organized hotel. Parking’s included and there’s always a spot, even when I rolled in late one night. The location works well if you’re exploring the area – close enough to everything without being right in the chaos. Honestly, for what you pay, this place delivers way more than it promises. It’s not trying to be something it’s not, which is refreshing. Just good, solid hospitality with people who seem to actually care about whether you sleep well and leave happy.

Rooms

• Three-Bedroom Apartment with 4 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 8 adults

Reviews

• Cherie from Canada (10/10)

• Tim from United States (10/10)

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Facilities