Your stay — Hotel Roditha
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The Property — Hotel Roditha
Hotel Roditha is a no-frills 3-star right in Banjarmasin’s commercial centre, a short walk from the floating market pier. The lobby is tiled, air-conditioned and functional — rows of plastic chairs, a reception desk with a dusty computer — but the staff are genuinely helpful. It suits budget travellers and transit passengers who need a clean room, decent WiFi and a central base for one or two nights. Don't expect charm, but do expect reliability.
Chronicles of Banjarmasin
Banjarmasin grew as the capital of the Sultanate of Banjar in the 16th century, a riverine trading hub for pepper and diamonds. The Dutch established a fort here in the 1700s, and colonial architecture still peeks out along the Martapura River. Today it’s the largest city in South Kalimantan, known for its sprawling floating markets and thousand rivers that serve as the city's main roads. Culturally, it balances Islamic traditions with Dayak heritage, and the river remains the real heart of daily life — boats are taxis, shops and homes.
Best Time to Visit
Full Banjarmasin guide →Best months
June, July and August. Dry season in full swing: low humidity, blue skies, little rain. Tourist numbers are moderate, and the floating markets run reliably every morning.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is July during the Banjarmasin Fair and school holidays across Indonesia. Hotel prices can jump 20-30% from the dry-season baseline. The city gets busier with domestic tourists for river festivals and cultural events.
Budget shoulder season
May and September. You get dry-season conditions but fewer visitors, and rooms at Hotel Roditha often drop to base rates. Humidity is still manageable, and the markets are less crowded.
Weather & packing
Banjarmasin sits on a river delta and has near-constant high humidity year-round, so expect to sweat even in the dry season. Pack light, quick-dry clothing — cotton shirts, shorts, sandals — plus an umbrella or light poncho for the occasional sudden downpour.
Live City Briefing — Banjarmasin
- The new Banjarmasin City Forest Park opened in early 2026 near the riverbank, adding a shaded walking trail and a small observation deck for birdwatching.
- The city’s main market, Pasar Terapung, temporarily relocated 500 metres downstream in May 2026 due to dredging works, so check the current location before heading out.
- A new bus rapid transit lane along Jalan Ahmad Yani started running in June 2026, cutting crossing taxi traffic time but causing minor congestion near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Roditha, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor overlooking the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to lift noise from the ground floor lobby and street, while still having easy stair access if the single lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the front of the hotel. Street noise from Banjarmasin's traffic and motorbikes will be intrusive, and the lift lobby and breakfast area below add clatter.
Best views
The rear of the hotel overlooks the courtyard and possibly a canal or green patch – typical for Banjarmasin's river city layout. Front rooms face a busy street, so the back view is calmer, though not scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest. The single lift means less foot traffic than on floor 2, and no overhead noise from a roof terrace (none noted).
🔊 Noise notes
Motorbikes and trucks on the front street start around 6am; the single lift is audible near the shaft on all floors, especially floor 2.
Insider tips
1. Ask to park a motorbike or car in the staff lot at the rear – it's safer and quieter than the front. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid the morning cleaning rush, when the lift is tied up with housekeeping carts.
- 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 — Hotel Roditha
Free WiFi in all rooms and lobby; speed adequate for browsing and email (approx 5 Mbps), no login required
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary digital newsstand; physical local newspapers available at reception upon request
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs 50% of nightly rate, after 12:00 full night charged
Free storage at front desk for same-day luggage after check-out or before check-in
No step-free access; main entrance has 2 steps, no ramp; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift is narrow (door width 70 cm)
Limited free on-site parking for 12 cars on first-come basis; no valet; nearest public parking 500 m away at Pasar Awang (IDR 5,000/hour); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax + 10% service charge applied to room rate; no separate tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required for booking; IDR 200,000 incidental card hold or cash deposit at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Musala (151 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Agung Miftahul Ihsan (174 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Muhammadiyah Kelayan (311 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Musala Nurul Iman (404 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
TransMart — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Hutan Kota Sabilal — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 716 m · ~9 min walk
Kimia Farma — 929 m · ~12 min walk
Indomaret — 407 m · ~5 min walk
Terminal Pasar Hanyar — 405 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Best rates at money changers in Pasar Sudimampir or near Jalan Lambung Mangkurat; avoid airport and hotel counters for poor rates.
Cards accepted in malls and larger hotels, but cash is king in warungs, markets, and local transport; contactless is rare.
Not expected, but rounding up taxi fares or leaving 5,000–10,000 IDR at warungs is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk (local ground coffee) at a street stall or warung kopi around 5,000 IDR.
Nasi campur with fish or egg from a rumah makan around 15,000–20,000 IDR.
Mie goreng or nasi goreng at a padang eatery, about 20,000–25,000 IDR per main.
Jalan Merdeka and the Floating Market waterfront area in the mornings; also night stalls along Jalan Hasanuddin.
Hypermart and Alfamart are common around Pasar Banjar Raya and main streets.
Pasar Sudimampir for affordable batik and basics; also Pasar Antasari for cheap textiles.
Angkot (minibus) within city costs about 4,000 IDR; from Syamsudin Noor Airport, grab a shared Damri bus for 25,000 IDR.
Eat at warung or padang places instead of restaurants; take angkot rather than taxis for short trips; buy bottled water in bulk at supermarkets.
Good to know — Banjarmasin
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18080.3 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
BanjarmasinFor general emergencies from a mobile, dial 112. The national search and rescue agency (BASARNAS) is reachable at 115 for water or outdoor incidents. English-speaking operators are not guaranteed; consider having a local contact or hotel front desk assist.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Banjarmasin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Roditha
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 716 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Kimia Farma — 929 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Syamsudin Noor Airport (BDJ) → Banjar Homestay (Banjarmasin city centre)
💡 Pre-book through the taxi counter inside the terminal to avoid haggling. If you walk outside, expect drivers to quote double—agree on the price before getting in.
Syamsudin Noor Airport → Terminal Pasar Lama (city centre)
💡 Drops you at Terminal Pasar Lama—then take an angkot (blue minibus) to Jalan A. Yani. Have small change; drivers rarely have change for large notes.
Terminal Pasar Lama → Various city stops (near Banjar Homestay)
💡 Blue route runs along Jalan A. Yani. Flag them down by raising your hand. Tell the conductor your stop—they'll shout when you're near. Less sweary than taxis but still hot.
Syamsudin Noor Airport or city pickup → Banjar Homestay
💡 Use Grab—more drivers than Gojek here. At the airport, walk to the main road (through the parking lot) to avoid the taxi mafia. Pay cash or app; apps work fine once you have local SIM data.
About Banjarmasin
Wikipedia ↗
Banjarmasin is the largest city in South Kalimantan, Indonesia. It was the capital of the province until 15 February 2022. The city is located on a delta island near the confluence of the Barito and Martapura rivers. Historically the centre of the Banjarese culture, and the capital of the Sultanate ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Roditha?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor overlooking the rear courtyard. These floors are high enough to lift noise from the ground floor lobby and street, while still having easy stair access if the single lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Roditha?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the front of the hotel. Street noise from Banjarmasin's traffic and motorbikes will be intrusive, and the lift lobby and breakfast area below add clatter.
Is Hotel Roditha noisy?
Motorbikes and trucks on the front street start around 6am; the single lift is audible near the shaft on all floors, especially floor 2.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Roditha?
The rear of the hotel overlooks the courtyard and possibly a canal or green patch – typical for Banjarmasin's river city layout. Front rooms face a busy street, so the back view is calmer, though not scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Roditha?
1. Ask to park a motorbike or car in the staff lot at the rear – it's safer and quieter than the front. 2. Check in after 2pm to avoid the morning cleaning rush, when the lift is tied up with housekeeping carts.
What time is check-in at Hotel Roditha?
Check-in at Hotel Roditha is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Roditha have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and lobby; speed adequate for browsing and email (approx 5 Mbps), no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Roditha?
10% government tax + 10% service charge applied to room rate; no separate tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Roditha?
Nasi campur with fish or egg from a rumah makan around 15,000–20,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Roditha?
Angkot (minibus) within city costs about 4,000 IDR; from Syamsudin Noor Airport, grab a shared Damri bus for 25,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Banjarmasin?
June, July and August. Dry season in full swing: low humidity, blue skies, little rain. Tourist numbers are moderate, and the floating markets run reliably every morning.
Top Attractions in Banjarmasin
💡 Come for the sunrise—the ferries to the floating market leave from here. Skip mid-afternoon when it's hot and quiet. There's a small entrance fee of 2,000 IDR (less than 15p) to walk through, some locals call it free entry with donation.
💡 Go at dawn or dusk for a quiet visit and a cool breeze off the water. Women must cover their heads and wear long sleeves—borrow a sarong and hijab at the entrance for free.
💡 Pop into one of the small workshops (look for drying strips hanging out front). A quarter-metre offcut costs around 10,000 IDR—makes a cheap souvenir or handkerchief.
💡 Combine with a visit to the nearby floating market—the cemetery is a short walk from Muara Kuin. Dress respectfully (cover shoulders and knees). Locals often leave flowers—don't touch them.
💡 Arrive by 6:00 AM—the market is winding down by 7:30. Hire a kelotok (motorised canoe) from Kampung Kuin; the going rate is around 50,000 IDR per person and you can haggle.