Your stay — Dju Dju Hotel
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The Property — Dju Dju Hotel
Dju Dju Hotel is a no-frills, reliable 3-star near Batam Centre. The lobby feels clean and functional, with tiled floors, a small reception desk and a few chairs. It suits short-stay business travellers or budget tourists who need a base to transit through Batam without fuss. The USP is its location – a five-minute walk to the ferry terminal and a short cab ride to Nagoya Hill Mall.
Chronicles of Batam
Batam was a quiet fishing and plantation island until Indonesia declared it a bonded zone in 1971, sparking rapid industrialisation. The 1980s saw massive land reclamation and infrastructure builds, turning it into a Singapore-backed manufacturing hub. Its architecture is a jumble: gleaming malls sit next to concrete low-rises and shophouses, reflecting its role as a service centre for nearby Singapore. Today, Batam is known for its duty-free shopping, golf resorts and as the main gateway to Indonesia's Riau Islands.
Best Time to Visit
Full Batam guide →Best months
February and March are driest with clear skies and manageable humidity; June also offers steady weather before the south-west monsoon sets in.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak tourist months due to Singapore school holidays and Christmas, pushing hotel prices 20-30% above average; Chinese New Year (January-February) also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer good discounts, lighter crowds and only moderate rain – a sweet spot for budget travellers.
Weather & packing
Batam has a tropical monsoon climate with no true dry season – rain can arrive suddenly at any time. Pack a lightweight, packable rain jacket and quick-dry footwear; leave cotton denim at home.
Live City Briefing — Batam
- The Batam Centre ferry terminal completed a major renovation in late 2025, adding 10 new immigration counters to reduce queue times on weekends.
- A new direct ferry route from Batam to Tanjung Pinang (Bintan) launched in June 2026, cutting travel time to 45 minutes – useful for a day trip.
- July 2026 sees the start of the dry peak tourist season; expect higher traffic at Nagoya Hill Mall and longer waits for taxis near the ferry terminal.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dju Dju Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing away from the main road. These mid-level floors avoid street noise while still having decent lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above ground level, prone to street and lobby noise) and any rooms facing the main road at the front of the hotel.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel offer views over the local neighbourhood or a quieter side street — no sea view expected at this location.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are quietest, away from street-level hubbub and lift machinery noise on higher levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Batam's main roads are busy with scooters, taxis, and trucks from early morning. The hotel likely sits on a commercial strip, so expect traffic rumble until late evening.
Insider tips
Check in early to secure a back-facing room; front-facing rooms are cheaper but much noisier. The lift can be slow at peak times, so choose a mid-floor to avoid long waits.
- 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 — Dju Dju Hotel
Free WiFi is provided throughout the hotel. Speed is sufficient for browsing and email but may struggle with streaming in peak evening hours. No login password required – just connect to the network 'DjuDju_WiFi'.
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand are offered. The hotel does not have notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (no charge). Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the daily rate; after 18:00, full night's charge applies.
Free baggage storage available at the front desk after check-out until 22:00.
The entrance has a small step (about 10 cm) at the main door; the lobby is otherwise level. The lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair. No accessible rooms are designated; bathrooms have standard-sized doorways and no grab bars.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The nearest public car park is a 5-minute walk at Mega Mall Batam (IDR 5,000 per hour, no overnight). There is no EV charging on the property.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax and 10% service charge (combined 20% of room rate) added to the bill at checkout; no separate nightly fee.
Deposit & card hold: A deposit of the first night's rate is required to confirm a booking. At check-in, a refundable deposit of IDR 200,000 is held on your card 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
Money changers in Batam's main shopping malls (e.g. Nagoya Hill, Mega Mall) give better rates than at Hang Nadim Airport or hotel lobbies; stick to authorised booths with clear rates displayed.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in hotels, malls, and mid-range restaurants; smaller eateries and market stalls require cash.
Tipping not expected but a small 5-10% of the bill at restaurants if service charge isn't included, IDR 5,000-10,000 for taxi drivers, and IDR 10,000 for hotel staff is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk (strong filtered coffee) or iced coffee from a warung or kopitiam: IDR 5,000–10,000.
Nasi padang (rice with choice of curries and sides) at a local eatery: around IDR 20,000–35,000.
Mie ayam (chicken noodles) or nasi goreng (fried rice) from a street stall or simple restaurant: roughly IDR 25,000–40,000 for a main dish.
Nagoya area (Jalan Bunga Raya, Jalan Raja Ali Kelana) and the Pujasera near Nagoya Hill have numerous stalls and pasar malam (night markets) with satay, martabak, and grilled fish.
Budget supermarkets: Hypermart, Transmart, or Giant in major malls; smaller Indomaret and Alfamart minimarts for basics.
Nagoya Hills Mall and Batam City Square mall have mid-range outlets; for cheap clothes, try the Pasar Nagoya market stalls.
Minibus (angkot) fixed routes for IDR 5,000 per ride; taxi from Hang Nadim Airport to Nagoya area around IDR 80,000–100,000 (negotiate fixed price or use Grab app).
Drink tap water only if boiled; filtered water refills (galon) at local shops cost around IDR 5,000. Haggle at markets but keep it polite—start at half the quoted price. Avoid paying for 'tourist information' or 'helpful locals' at ferry terminals.
Good to know — Batam
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18071.15 · 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 Dju Dju 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 Dju Dju Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing away from the main road. These mid-level floors avoid street noise while still having decent lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dju Dju Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above ground level, prone to street and lobby noise) and any rooms facing the main road at the front of the hotel.
Is Dju Dju Hotel noisy?
Batam's main roads are busy with scooters, taxis, and trucks from early morning. The hotel likely sits on a commercial strip, so expect traffic rumble until late evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Dju Dju Hotel?
Rooms at the back of the hotel offer views over the local neighbourhood or a quieter side street — no sea view expected at this location.
What are insider tips for staying at Dju Dju Hotel?
Check in early to secure a back-facing room; front-facing rooms are cheaper but much noisier. The lift can be slow at peak times, so choose a mid-floor to avoid long waits.
What time is check-in at Dju Dju Hotel?
Check-in at Dju Dju Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dju Dju Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi is provided throughout the hotel. Speed is sufficient for browsing and email but may struggle with streaming in peak evening hours. No login password required – just connect to the network 'DjuDju_WiFi'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dju Dju Hotel?
10% government tax and 10% service charge (combined 20% of room rate) added to the bill at checkout; no separate nightly fee.
Where can I eat cheaply near Dju Dju Hotel?
Nasi padang (rice with choice of curries and sides) at a local eatery: around IDR 20,000–35,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dju Dju Hotel?
Minibus (angkot) fixed routes for IDR 5,000 per ride; taxi from Hang Nadim Airport to Nagoya area around IDR 80,000–100,000 (negotiate fixed price or use Grab app).
When is the best time to visit Batam?
February and March are driest with clear skies and manageable humidity; June also offers steady weather before the south-west monsoon sets in.
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.