I went to Batam Island (Indonesia) over this weekend(Sep 25,26 2010) with my roommates. The rates given by www.HolidayBagus.com was so cheap with beautiful Hotel facilities (Batam View Beach Resort). It costed just S $ 84 per person for 4 people booked in 2 rooms. For your batam trip, try and see if this works out cheaper.
Included => Hotel + 2 way ferry cost + pick-up & drop from ferry terminal + breakfast + (other facilities - gym, swimming pool, beach volleyball & soccer).
Ofcourse - one time entry Visa - USD 25 (You can get this at USD 10 provided you book 1 week in advance and request a letter from Batam View Beach Resort to Ferry Terminal)
The taxi fare being just S $12 per hour.
Regards,
Rajesh
