deSatu Hotel Medan is in a great location, right inside the Centre Point Mall complex, so you can just walk if you want to shop or find food. Medan Station is also only a 5-minute walk away, very practical for those who want to take the train to Kualanamu Airport. The room is clean and the AC is cold, although the size is a bit small. But it doesn't matter, because you only need a place to rest.
The facilities are okay for a 3-star hotel. There is free WiFi (but sometimes slow), a flat-screen TV, and a toilet with fast running water. What makes it fun is the very friendly service! The reception is 24 hours and ready to help with anything. There is only a deposit of IDR 100,000 that must be paid in cash upon check-in, but it is also returned upon check-out, I think it's reasonable for a hotel to require a deposit.
Breakfast is not included, but fortunately there are many dining options around the hotel. There is the legendary Soto Sinar Pagi only 1.8 km from here, or if you are too lazy to go out, you can eat at the Centre Point Mall food court. For those who like Medan culinary, the location of this hotel is really spot on!
Some minor things that are uncomfortable according to other visitors are the noise from the highway (especially if you get a room on the ground floor), but in my personal experience the room is soundproof, and the sheets look a bit dull. But for the price of around IDR 300-500 thousand/night, I think it's worth it, especially if you get a promo.
In conclusion, deSatu Hotel is very suitable for short stays or transit. The location is super strategic, the facilities are sufficient, and the price is affordable. Several times I have been to Medan for business trips or family trips, I always come back to this hotel. For those looking for a cheap but not shabby hotel, this is one of the best recommendations in the city center!