Your stay — Ace Hotel
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The Property — Ace Hotel
Ace Hotel in Batam feels more functional than stylish: a clean, no-frills base with a small lobby and helpful front desk. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable room near Nagoya entertainment and shopping areas, not those seeking resort amenities. The vibe is efficient rather than warm, with tiled floors and air-con that works hard against the humidity.
Chronicles of Batam
Batam’s modern development began in the 1970s when Indonesia designated it an industrial and tourism zone to rival Singapore, just 20 km south. The city grew rapidly around shipbuilding, electronics, and duty-free shopping, with most hotels and malls concentrated in Nagoya (Lubuk Baja). Its contemporary identity mixes transitory business travel with Indonesian-Chinese weekenders; the architecture is a jumble of mid-rise concrete blocks, shopping plazas, and scattered karaoke bars. Batam has no deep historical core—it’s a utilitarian gateway shaped by logistics and leisure.
Best Time to Visit
Full Batam guide →Best months
Feb–Apr: dry season, lower humidity, calm seas for ferries; crowds moderate after Chinese New Year.
Peak / festival surge
Dec–Jan and July–August: school holidays plus Christmas/New Year; ferries full, hotel prices up 30-50%; Singaporean families and weekend trippers drive demand.
Budget shoulder season
May–June and September–October: still pleasant weather, fewer visitors, room rates often 20% below peak.
Weather & packing
Batam’s climate is tropical equatorial—expect sudden downpours even in dry months. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry clothing; leave wool and leather at home.
Live City Briefing — Batam
- New high-speed ferry services from Singapore’s Tanah Merah to Batam Centre launched early 2026, reducing crossing time to 45 minutes.
- Nagoya’s main street (Jalan Imam Bonjol) has ongoing drainage upgrades until end of 2026; some sidewalks are closed, but shops stay open.
- A new seafood market, Pasar Ikan Modern, opened in Bengkong in March 2026—20 minutes from Ace Hotel, good for fresh catches.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ace Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th to 6th floors facing away from the main road, as these are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough that lift traffic is minimal.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift shaft or stairwell on the 2nd and 3rd floors; these coincide with lobby and restaurant activity and the service entrance, so expect clatter and footfall.
Best views
The upper floors on the north side overlook a strip of local shops and the Batam skyline, with partial sea views; south-facing rooms just see the car park.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 tend to be quieter, with less through-traffic and better insulation from the ground-floor noise.
🔊 Noise notes
The Ace Hotel sits on a main arterial road in Batam's Nagoya area (Jalan Imam Bonjol), where motorbikes and tour buses run from early morning until late evening. The ground floor has a check-in lobby and a small bar, which can be rowdy until 11 PM on weekends.
Insider tips
1) If you're driving, ask for a room on the same side as the rear parking lot – it's quieter than the street-facing wing. 2) Check-in can be slow; reserve a late arrival or ask for a 'pre-registered' key at booking.
- 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 — Ace Hotel
Free basic WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed around 10 Mbps. No premium tier offered.
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital or physical newspapers; no notable building heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00. Early bag drop allowed after 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs IDR 150,000; after 14:00 charged half daily rate.
Free luggage storage available at front desk for day-use.
Step-free entrance with ramp at main door; no lifts to upper floors from ground? Lift serves all floors. Rooms on request with grab bars but no dedicated accessible units.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is at Mega Mall Batam, 5-minute drive, IDR 5,000 per hour.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gereja GPIB Immanuel (871 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Arafah (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Rusun Lancang Kuning (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Mushallah Al Ikhlas (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza Top 100 Jodoh — 684 m · ~9 min walk
Grand I Hotel Park — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BNI — 179 m · ~2 min walk
Budi Farma — 676 m · ~8 min walk
Mini Market Jodoh Center — 209 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATM machines at the mall or bank branches for the best rates; avoid airport exchange counters and tourist-area money changers which often give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, and supermarkets, but smaller warungs and street vendors expect cash; contactless is rare outside major chains.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares or leave 5–10% at restaurants if service is good; hotel staff may receive 10,000–20,000 IDR for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi hitam from street stalls or simple cafes costs around 5,000–10,000 IDR usually served small and strong with added sugar.
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) at a warung runs about 15,000–25,000 IDR, filling and widely available.
A main dish like mie goreng or ayam bakar at a local food court costs around 20,000–35,000 IDR.
The main cheap-eats areas are the night market (pasar malam) clusters near Nagoya Hill and Batam Centre, offering satay, martabak, and grilled fish.
Budget supermarkets are Hypermart, Transmart, and Giant, with locations in most malls across Batam.
Budget high-street shopping is at Nagoya Hill Mall or the Batam Centre market, where basic t-shirts and sarongs cost 30,000–70,000 IDR.
Cheapest way is by local minibus (angkot) for 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from Hang Nadim Airport, take the Damri bus for about 30,000 IDR to the city centre.
Eat at warungs or food courts rather than hotel restaurants, saving 50% or more.Use ride-hailing apps like Grab or Gojek for fixed fares and avoid metered taxis that may overcharge.Buy bottled water and snacks at minimarts (Alfamart, Indomaret) rather than hotels or tourist stalls.
Good to know — Batam
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17992.31 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
BatamBatam is located in Riau Islands, Indonesia. Emergency numbers may vary by provider. Tourist assistance available through hotel concierge or Batam Tourism Board (+62-778-462-261). International prefix: +62
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Batam, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ace Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BNI — 179 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Budi Farma — 676 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH) → Hotel Singapore, Batam Center
💡 Grab app is more reliable than street taxis; airport taxis available at official counter near baggage claim
Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH) → Hotel Singapore, Batam Center
💡 Most convenient; arrange through hotel concierge before arrival; includes waiting time and direct drop-off; negotiate flat rate
Batam Center / Harbor areas → Hotel Singapore vicinity
💡 Cheapest local transit; routes cover main attractions; have small cash ready; ask hotel staff for correct route number
Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH) → Batam Center Terminal
💡 Budget option; shared shuttle buses depart from airport terminal; connect to local buses from Batam Center
About Batam
Wikipedia ↗
Batam, officially the City of Batam or Batam City (Indonesian: Kota Batam, not to be confused with Batam Kota, a district within this city), is the largest city in the Indonesian province of the Riau Islands. The city of Batam includes Batam Island at 410 square kilometres (160 mi2), as well as othe...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ace Hotel?
Request a room on the 4th to 6th floors facing away from the main road, as these are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough that lift traffic is minimal.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ace Hotel?
Avoid rooms near the lift shaft or stairwell on the 2nd and 3rd floors; these coincide with lobby and restaurant activity and the service entrance, so expect clatter and footfall.
Is Ace Hotel noisy?
The Ace Hotel sits on a main arterial road in Batam's Nagoya area (Jalan Imam Bonjol), where motorbikes and tour buses run from early morning until late evening. The ground floor has a check-in lobby and a small bar, which can be rowdy until 11 PM on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Ace Hotel?
The upper floors on the north side overlook a strip of local shops and the Batam skyline, with partial sea views; south-facing rooms just see the car park.
What are insider tips for staying at Ace Hotel?
1) If you're driving, ask for a room on the same side as the rear parking lot – it's quieter than the street-facing wing. 2) Check-in can be slow; reserve a late arrival or ask for a 'pre-registered' key at booking.
What time is check-in at Ace Hotel?
Check-in at Ace Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ace Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed around 10 Mbps. No premium tier offered.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ace Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ace Hotel?
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) at a warung runs about 15,000–25,000 IDR, filling and widely available.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ace Hotel?
Cheapest way is by local minibus (angkot) for 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from Hang Nadim Airport, take the Damri bus for about 30,000 IDR to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Batam?
Feb–Apr: dry season, lower humidity, calm seas for ferries; crowds moderate after Chinese New Year.
Top Attractions in Batam
💡 Go at sunset for good light on the monument and less traffic around the roundabout. No queue—it's just a roadside feature.
💡 Come between 6am and 9am for the best selection and cooler temperature. Don't touch anything unless you intend to buy. Bargaining is expected but keep it light.
💡 Best visited in the late afternoon to avoid heat. Bring mosquito repellent—they're active near the lake. Free entry but donations welcome.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning for quiet reflection; weekends can be busy with local worshippers. Dress modestly—you'll need to remove shoes inside.
💡 Get there early (before 9am) to avoid crowds. The bridge toll is IDR 2,000 per car—negligible. No entry fee but bring cash for parking.