Your stay — Amaris Hotel
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The Property — Amaris Hotel
The Amaris Hotel in Ambon is a reliable, no-fuss 3-star chain property near the waterfront, serving business travellers and budget-conscious holidaymakers who need a clean, air-conditioned room and decent WiFi over character or luxury. The lobby is compact and bright, with a small reception desk, a couple of sofas, and the faint smell of clove cigarettes from the street outside—efficient and functional, not charming.
Chronicles of Ambon
Ambon was founded as a Portuguese trading post in the 16th century, quickly becoming a key hub for the clove and nutmeg trade before passing to the Dutch. The colonial era left a legacy of forts (like Fort Victoria) and Dutch-influenced architecture, much of it damaged in the sectarian conflicts of the early 2000s. Today, the city is rebuilding with a mix of low-rise concrete blocks and traditional wooden stilt houses, and its identity is shaped by its multicultural Muslim-Christian population and lively local markets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ambon guide →Best months
October and November: these months offer the tail end of the dry season, with sunny days and lower humidity, plus fewer tourists than July or August.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak tourist season, coinciding with European summer holidays and Indonesia's school break; hotel prices spike by 30–50%, and the streets around the harbor and Pantai Natsepa get crowded.
Budget shoulder season
September is the best shoulder month: the rains are receding, rates drop, and crowds thin out, making it ideal for those on a budget who still want dry weather.
Weather & packing
Ambon is hot and muggy year-round, with a distinct wet season from June to August that brings sudden, heavy downpours. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella if visiting in July, and bring at least two changes of light, breathable clothing per day due to the humidity.
Live City Briefing — Ambon
- The airport bus from Pattimura Airport to downtown Ambon now runs every 30 minutes instead of hourly, costing about 25,000 IDR—cheaper than taxis.
- Construction on Jalan Pattimura, the city's main road, is ongoing until August 2026, causing daytime traffic delays near the hotel.
- The 2026 Ambon Bay Festival took place in early June; leftover decorations and temporary food stalls remain along the waterfront until late July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amaris Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on floors 3 to 5 at the back of the building, away from the main road. The Ambon city centre has car and motorbike traffic from early morning, so a rear-facing room is quieter and still gets good cross-breeze.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise from the Jalan and lobby activity) and any room facing the front. Side-street rooms may also pick up market chatter if the hotel is near a market area.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 4-5, overlooking the neighbour’s rooftops and maybe a glimpse of Ambon Bay's hills, rather than the busy main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are quietest, being above street hum and away from the lift lobby (lifts often stop at ground and second floor).
🔊 Noise notes
Ambon’s main roads have persistent moped and bemo (minibus) noise from 6am to late evening. The hotel’s front faces a through-road; rear side is quieter. Occasional mosque or church calls may be audible depending on location.
Insider tips
1. Request a room with a window that opens – many budget hotels seal windows; fresh air helps in Ambon’s humidity. 2. If arriving by car, check with reception whether there’s off-street parking (some 3-star hotels in Ambon use nearby lots rather than own parking).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Amaris Hotel
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas, speed approx 10 Mbps (adequate for browsing); log in via room number and surname
One passenger lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; reception offers local daily Kompas for purchase (IDR 10,000)
Check-in from 14:00, early bag drop from 10:00 at front desk; late check-out until 14:00 costs IDR 200,000 (subject to availability)
Free storage at lobby luggage room, open 06:00-22:00
Step-free entry via front ramp; one designated accessible room on ground floor; no lift to basement restaurant (5 steps down)
On-site open car park free for guests, 30 spaces; nearest public parking at Pasar Mardika (IDR 5,000/hour); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% of room rate as government tax and service charge, included in quoted price (no separate nightly fee)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gereja Hok Im Tong (303 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Gereja Katedral Ambon (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: GEREJA MARANATHA AMBON (451 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Bethania (619 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
lahan kosong — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BNI — 40 m · ~1 min walk
Apotik Natsepa Farma — 166 m · ~2 min walk
CV. Maju Mandiri — 68 m · ~1 min walk
Ambon — 998 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Change money at banks or official money changers in Ambon city; avoid the airport and hotel desks as rates are poor.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels and larger stores, but most local warungs and markets require cash; contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave small change at warungs, and tip hotel staff IDR 10,000-20,000 for extra service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk at a warung – about IDR 5,000-10,000.
Nasi campur or mie goreng from a street-side warung – around IDR 15,000-25,000.
Ikan bakar (grilled fish) with rice at a simple seafood warung – around IDR 25,000-40,000 for a main.
Pasar Malam (night market) areas in Ambon city, especially along Jl. Pattimura, offer cheap sate, pisang goreng, and sop saudara.
Supermarkets like Mitra Anda and Golden Market are common in Ambon city for budget groceries.
Pasar Mardika in Ambon city is the main market for cheap clothing and textiles.
Angkot (shared minibus) costs IDR 5,000-10,000 per ride; from the airport, take a bus to the city for about IDR 20,000, or a shared taxi costs around IDR 100,000.
Eat at warung not tourist restaurants; use angkot instead of taxis; buy water and snacks at supermarkets not hotel minibars.
Good to know — Ambon
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17944.1 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ambon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amaris Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BNI — 40 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik Natsepa Farma — 166 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Pattimura Airport (AMQ) → Hotel Wijaya, Ambon
💡 Book at the official counter inside the terminal before exiting. Drivers outside often quote double. Fixed price to central Ambon.
Hotel Wijaya → Anywhere in Ambon city
💡 Grab is more reliable in Ambon than Gojek. For longer trips to Natsepa beach or outer areas, a car (GrabCar) is safer than a motorbike on winding roads.
Pattimura Airport → Mardika terminal (downtown Ambon)
💡 The bus stops a 15-minute walk from Hotel Wijaya — take an ojek (motorbike taxi) from Mardika for about 10,000 IDR. Bus is fine for light luggage only.
Hotel Wijaya (nearest stop: Jl. Ahmad Yani) → Batu Merah, Passo, or other city routes
💡 Bemos have fixed routes but no signs — shout your destination at the driver. They stop anywhere you wave. Carry small change; drivers rarely have it.
About Ambon
Wikipedia ↗
Ambon (Indonesian pronunciation: [ˈambɔn]; formerly Dutch: Amboina) is the capital and largest city of the Indonesian province of Maluku. This city is also known as Ambon Manise, which means "beautiful" or "pretty" Ambon in the Ambonese language. It covers a land area of 359.45 square kilometres (13...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amaris Hotel?
Ask for a room on floors 3 to 5 at the back of the building, away from the main road. The Ambon city centre has car and motorbike traffic from early morning, so a rear-facing room is quieter and still gets good cross-breeze.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amaris Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise from the Jalan and lobby activity) and any room facing the front. Side-street rooms may also pick up market chatter if the hotel is near a market area.
Is Amaris Hotel noisy?
Ambon’s main roads have persistent moped and bemo (minibus) noise from 6am to late evening. The hotel’s front faces a through-road; rear side is quieter. Occasional mosque or church calls may be audible depending on location.
Which rooms have the best views at Amaris Hotel?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 4-5, overlooking the neighbour’s rooftops and maybe a glimpse of Ambon Bay's hills, rather than the busy main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Amaris Hotel?
1. Request a room with a window that opens – many budget hotels seal windows; fresh air helps in Ambon’s humidity. 2. If arriving by car, check with reception whether there’s off-street parking (some 3-star hotels in Ambon use nearby lots rather than own parking).
What time is check-in at Amaris Hotel?
Check-in at Amaris Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amaris Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas, speed approx 10 Mbps (adequate for browsing); log in via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amaris Hotel?
10% of room rate as government tax and service charge, included in quoted price (no separate nightly fee)
Where can I eat cheaply near Amaris Hotel?
Nasi campur or mie goreng from a street-side warung – around IDR 15,000-25,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amaris Hotel?
Angkot (shared minibus) costs IDR 5,000-10,000 per ride; from the airport, take a bus to the city for about IDR 20,000, or a shared taxi costs around IDR 100,000.
When is the best time to visit Ambon?
October and November: these months offer the tail end of the dry season, with sunny days and lower humidity, plus fewer tourists than July or August.
Top Attractions in Ambon
💡 Go late afternoon to avoid the heat and catch the sunset over the bay from the bastions.
💡 Cross it at 6am when the fishing boats head out—you'll see the water shimmer. Easy to combine with a morning walk to the local market.
💡 Arrive early (before 9am) for the best light through the arch and to have the place to yourself. The dirt road down is rough—drive slowly.
💡 Buy the local rujak (spicy fruit salad) from the warungs along the road—it's the best in Ambon. Weekdays are almost empty.
💡 Weekday mornings are quiet; the staff often give a personal tour if you ask. Bring cash—no card machine.