Having been to Batam several times and staying at the same hotels, I recently decided to check into Formosa hotel based on the positive reviews in here and as it also fitted my expectation of being within walking distance to Nagoya Hill.

The hotel lobby was simple and pleasant enough. Checking in was a breeze as I was the only one and the staff there are friendly and helpful. Pretty good first impression.

Stepping into their elevator, which was quite small, I was worried if the rooms will suit my expectations.
Arriving at my level, the door opened to reveal a magnificent sight. Seriously, I did not expect the place to look so nice. It was a little distance from the elevator to the room, good thing they arranged a staff to lead our way.

Door opened and I was greeted by a more than expected, pleasant Deluxe twin room. Looked around the room and decided that the hotel was beyond my expectations and definitely a good choice. The room was simple and nicely designed. Bed is clean and comfortable, does not cause itchiness. However, there was a strange smell in the room, probably from the air-conditioning unit. That dissipated quickly enough, or perhaps my senses got used to it, I don’t know. There was also no window in the room though it was not a problem for me. Only thing was that the toilet does not have a spray hose which most hotels provide for nowadays.

I am not able to comment on the breakfast nor the Vienna Restaurant located at the lobby, as I did not managed to wake up in time for it, nor did I dined in during my stay.

All in all, I had a very pleasant experience with Formosa Hotel and it is likely for me to return in future.

It's kinda weird for a batam hotel to charge using Singapore dollars. Rooms are very big and accomodating. There's even security guards patrolling the hotel which makes it safe from unwanted guests. Spa, karaoke, fitness club (very small with a few machines available) and even a hair salon located within the hotel. Macdonald's and some 24hours minimart nearby for the late night munchies.. Overall enjoyable.

Stayed for 1 night with a group of friends. The location of the hotel is great as it is only a short walk to Nagoya Hill Mall. The surrounding area is very lively as you are not short of food & entertainment. The room in general was functional and the facilities adequate. Love the mirror facing the bed.

My only suggestion is that the management might want to consider adding more channels to the room tv as it can get very bored seeing the same channel all the time.

I stayed in the Executive Suite room, and to my opinion, everything looked okay.
I had and LCD TV by the bed, and an old one in the living room (yup, there are 2 TVs).
The carpet was new, also some of the furniture. The bed was okay, but the pillow was superb.
When I come down to the restaurant (it was called “Vienna Restaurant” by the way) it came to my attention that they are still in major renovation.
I tried some Chinese food menu in the restaurant, and surprised that the taste of the food was actually pretty good. And they gave me a cup of soup as an appetizer, fruits and cakes as desert, closed by a hot cup of coffee (all these are provided as compliments a.k.a “free”)
Last, but not least, this hotel is located right in the heart of Nagoya. So you can pretty much have a good access to entertainment or shopping spot. All in all, a good place to stay