Anjay! This 4.7-star "dessert shop" is actually a Jakarta cockroach apartment?
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2026-02-25
Ever searched for a dessert shop and found an apartment instead? This article investigates "xoxomyta," a 4.7-star spot on Google Maps that's actually the Mediterania 1 apartment in Jakarta. While it boasts a prime location near major malls and great facilities, resident reviews reveal a darker side: a massive cockroach problem and notoriously bad elevators. It's a hilarious yet cautionary tale for anyone looking to rent, offering essential tips to avoid a rental nightmare.
Friends, who can relate! Today I was planning to find a place in West Jakarta to Nongkrong, and I came across this dessert shop called “xoxomyta” on the map. Wow, a high score of 4.7[1], it looked so Mantap! But when the navigation led me there, I was dumbfounded... There was no dessert shop, just a huge apartment building called “Mediterania 1” right in front of me! 🤯
I was just stunned on the side of the road, thinking maybe I went to the wrong place. Not giving up, I opened Google Maps and frantically scrolled through the reviews, but the more I read, the more surreal it got... Absolutely no one was talking about desserts, they were all talking about the experience of living in this apartment building! 😂
Fake Dessert Shop, Real Apartment Review
Alright, since I'm already here, I might as well play detective for you all and dig into what this "internet-famous apartment" is really like!
Based on the reviews, the pros are pretty obvious:
Seeing this, are some of you girls already tempted to rent? Hold on! The real plot twist is just beginning... Scroll down the reviews, and the tone completely changes!
- Unbeatable location: Central Park and Neo Soho are right downstairs, offering an all-in-one experience for dining, drinking, and entertainment. That part is definitely sweet[2].
- Complete facilities: There's a swimming pool and children's playground downstairs, and even a Super Indo supermarket in the basement. The convenience level is maxed out[3].
The “Horrors” You Must See Before Renting
Warning! This isn't just me saying it, these are the heartfelt complaints from the residents!
The biggest problem is—cockroaches! Many reviews mention that no matter which unit you live in, there are endless, unkillable roaches... Anjay! The kind where you need to keep insecticide on hand just to survive[4].
Secondly, the elevators in Tower D are said to be a notorious problem. Not only do they break down occasionally, but because there are so many residents, waiting for an elevator during peak hours can take forever and a day[5]. Just thinking about squeezing into the elevator for your daily commute is a headache.
The Editor's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls
So, if you're seriously considering renting here, your big sis has some advice for you:
Anyway, I didn't get to eat any dessert today, but I unexpectedly got a real review for renting in West Jakarta. Hope this helps all you darlings who are currently looking for a place! Don't just look at the rating, read the “real talk” in the bad reviews! 🏃♀️💨
- 1. Be discerning with agents: When looking for an agent, make sure to talk a lot and see a lot, don't get fooled. It's recommended to find one with a physical office; they can't just pack up and disappear[6].
- 2. Inspect the unit thoroughly: When viewing the apartment, don't just look at the decor. Check all the nooks and crannies, and the drains, to see if there are any traces of “original inhabitants.”
- 3. Don't trust “walking distance”: Although it's close to CP and Neo Soho, some reviews say that walking to Taman Anggrek Mall still requires some stamina. You'll definitely be drenched in sweat walking there on a hot day[7].
- 4. Manage your expectations: You get what you pay for. If the rent is particularly cheap, you should be mentally prepared for the unit to be in poor condition.
- This Jakarta spot is a "fake dessert shop, real apartment review"! High ratings are all real tenant reviews[1].
- Unbeatable location over Central Park & Neo Soho. One-stop for food & fun, perfect for living the Jakarta city life[2].
- The real scoop: super convenient, but be ready to battle cockroaches. The struggle is real, you've been warned[3]
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