4-Star Hotels in North Sumatra, Indonesia

Had a great stay at Grand Central Premier Hotel! The room was very big, spacious, clean, and well maintained, which made the stay really comfortable. The facilities and amenities are also great. I especially appreciated the welcome drinks during check-in, a nice touch that made the experience feel more premium. The hotel also has a swimming pool, which is perfect for relaxing after a long day. Location-wise, it’s very strategic. It’s within walking distance to the train station, making it super convenient for getting around. Plus, it’s close to Deli Park Mall, one of the nicest shopping malls in the city, so food and shopping options are easily accessible.

No hot water in the shower, a little bit seems dirty/ broken in the bathroom and it doesn’t give the feeling of real luxury, but for this price I think it’s very good still. You have a restaurant which is open 24/7 with friendly servers. The pool is shared by hotel guests with people who pay for usage of the pool, looks clean enough. Staff helped to bring luggage to the room. The location of the hotel is good, it feels a little bit less developed around the hotel tho, but there is a nice mall nearby, maybe 5 minutes with the car.

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.

I recently stayed at Emerald Garden Hotel in Medan for 7 days and 6 nights, and overall it was a comfortable and pleasant experience. The location is very convenient, making it easy to travel around Medan for food, shopping, and meetings. The hotel environment is quiet and relaxing, which made it suitable for both business and rest. The room was spacious, clean, and well maintained. Housekeeping did a good job every day, keeping everything tidy and comfortable. The bed was comfortable and the air conditioning worked well, which is important in Medan’s warm weather. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout the stay. Check-in and check-out were smooth, and whenever I needed assistance, the team responded quickly. The breakfast selection was decent, with a mix of local Indonesian dishes and simple international options. It was a good way to start the day before heading out. Facilities like the swimming pool and gym were also available and well maintained. Overall, it was a pleasant 7-day stay, and I would recommend Emerald Garden Hotel to anyone visiting Medan for business or leisure.

Grand Sakura Hotel Medan is a comfortable and convenient place to stay, especially for families visiting the city. Located in a strategic area in the center of Medan, the hotel provides easy access to shopping centers, restaurants, and transportation hubs, making it very practical for travelers with children. The rooms are spacious, clean, and equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a relaxing stay for all guests. One of the highlights of the hotel is its friendly and helpful staff who are always ready to assist guests with their needs. The hotel also offers several facilities that families can enjoy together, including restaurants serving Indonesian and international dishes, a fitness center, sauna, and entertainment options such as karaoke. Families will appreciate the daily breakfast buffet with a variety of menu options that suit both adults and children. In addition, the hotel provides shuttle services to nearby shopping malls and important locations, making it easier for families to explore Medan without worrying about transportation. Overall, Grand Sakura Hotel Medan offers a pleasant combination of comfort, strategic location, and family-friendly facilities. It is a great choice for travelers who want an affordable yet comfortable hotel while spending quality time with their family in Medan.

Overall stay is good but the amenities like bath towel is shabby and faded white color, no face towel n small towel. breakfast is really ‘local indonesian’ style . I ordered room service for dinner and its good👍. I am staying at pool terrace and view is superb at night. I love the view.

I wish I could say it was ideal, because the hotel has the potential for that - but unfortunately it's not exactly that. The location is super, the building is what you can expect from an ex-Radisson hotel, but the problems with the cleanliness and the very aged bed linen left me a far from perfect first impression. Plus, at 4pm they still didn't have my room ready and asked me to wait 10-15 minutes. After escalating the problem to the manager I got a better room and from there on everything was OK, but the welcome was not at the level I expected.

It was quite good, and the staff were all very polite. The breakfast spread was also quite extensive. If I get the chance to visit Medan again, I'd choose to stay here. Currently, there's construction going on on the road in front of the hotel.

The room was comfortable overall, but I was disappointed to find that one of the towels had visible stains on it. Towels should be clean and spotless for every guest. Housekeeping should inspect them more carefully and replace any stained towels before the room is assigned. I hope the hotel improves its quality control in this area. If you’d like, I can also  make it more concise,  more formal, or  more strongly worded.

Overall, I had a pleasant stay, the room was spacious and clean. However, I waited for about 30 minutes standing at the check in counter before someone assisted me to check in. There were 2 sets of guests in front of me where they were assisted by 2 front office officers. Both of them took so long to complete their check-ins. Luckily after 30 min, another front office officer came out and opened another counter and assisted me on the check in. The breakfast was included but the quality of the foods were not good. I would prefer to opt out of the breakfast if I had a choice. The internet was also not stable.