Dein Aufenthalt — Begawan
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Das Eigentum — Begawan
Begawan is a calm, colonial-style guesthouse set back from Malang's main streets, with a tiled lobby opening onto a small garden and a pool that catches the afternoon sun. The rooms favour dark wood and white linen, and the staff are quietly attentive. It suits travellers who want a peaceful base within walking distance of the city's old-town cafes and Dutch-era landmarks, without the frills of a resort.
Chroniken von Malang
Malang was a fortified Hindu kingdom in the 8th century, then a Dutch colonial administrative centre after the 1700s, which left wide boulevards and Art Deco buildings. The city grew quickly as a hill-station escape for Surabaya's elite, and today it retains that cool, campus-like feel with a strong student population. After Indonesia's independence, Malang became a hub for education and agribusiness, with coffee and apple orchards on the surrounding slopes. Its contemporary identity blends Javanese tradition, colonial architecture, and a lively café-and-street-art scene along Ijen Boulevard.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Malang-Guide →Die besten Monate
May, June, and August — dry season with clear skies, moderate humidity, and lower tourist numbers than July.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the busiest month, driven by school holidays across Indonesia and domestic travellers escaping the heat. Hotel prices typically rise 15-25% above the annual average. The Malang Kembali Festival (usually late June to early July) attracts crowds with cultural parades and art markets.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and September offer the best balance: rain is infrequent, prices drop by 20-30%, and sites are noticeably quieter.
Wetter & Verpackung
Malang sits at 450 metres elevation, so evenings can be cool even in July. Pack a light jacket or sweater for after sunset.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Malang
- The new Malang Smart Park terminal opened on Jalan Trunojoyo in January 2026, consolidating minibus departures for Bromo and Tumpang — expect fewer touts at the old Arjosari terminal.
- The Ijen Boulevard pedestrianisation project is complete as of late 2025; the street now closes to cars on weekend evenings for夜市 (night market) stalls.
- Ongoing road widening on Jalan Veteran may cause slight delays to airport transfers through August 2026; allow an extra 15 minutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Begawan, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (away from Jalan Raya). These upper floors minimise street noise and offer slightly better privacy and quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street—they pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from Malang's busy roads. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can also suffer from clanking and chatter.
Best views
Back-facing rooms (facing the inner courtyard or neighbouring low-rise buildings) offer a calmer outlook than the street side, which mostly sees shops and traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest because they're above street-level bustle and away from the ground-floor lobby and any restaurant/bar. The top floor (4th) is best if there's no rooftop bar.
🔊 Noise notes
Malang is a busy city; Jalan Raya carries motorbikes, angkot (minibuses), and honking. The ground floor may also have a small lobby bar or TV noise. Friday evenings can be louder with local street activity.
Insider tips
1) Check in early to secure a back-facing room on 3rd or 4th floor. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; even the quietest room may get some low-frequency street hum.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Begawan
Free Wi-Fi for up to 3 devices per room; speed around 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname
One elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No printed newspapers; free access to PressReader via lobby tablet, no login required
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 16:00 costs 50% of nightly rate, subject to availability
Complimentary luggage storage in a secure room near lobby, open 06:00–22:00; no overnight storage
Entrance has a small step (10 cm); no ramps; lift can accommodate a wheelchair; no accessible rooms designated
On-site parking for 20 cars, free for guests; nearest public car park is 500 m away at Jalan Merdeka, IDR 5,000 per hour; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: 10% of room rate per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night due at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Mosque: Masjid Asy (319 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al-Ghozali (343 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Shirothol Mustaqim Tlogomas (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al Fatichul Rozzaq (472 m · ~6 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Mall Dinoyo City — 798 m · ~10 min walk
Smoking Area Saxofone Land — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
BCA — 705 m · ~9 min walk
Apotek Dinoyo Farma — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Lawson — 171 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal Landungsari — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Better rates at city money changers or bank ATMs; avoid airport or tourist bureau kiosks — their rates are poor.
Cards accepted in hotels, pricier restaurants and bigger shops, but many local places are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated — round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% in restaurants if service is good, and give 10,000-20,000 IDR for hotel staff who help with bags.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Warung kopi (local coffee stall) sells a strong black coffee for about 5,000-10,000 IDR.
Nasi pecel (rice with vegetables and peanut sauce) or nasi rawon (beef soup with rice) from a street warung — around 15,000-25,000 IDR.
A simple grilled fish or ayam bakar (grilled chicken) with rice and sambal at a local eatery — about 30,000-50,000 IDR for a main.
Jalan Semeru and the area around Alun-Alun Malang (city square) are lined with street food stalls, especially in the late afternoon and evening.
Hypermart, Transmart, and local minimarkets like Alfamart and Indomaret are common.
Pasar Besar (Big Market) sells cheap clothes; Bekasi Market also has budget options for casual wear.
Angkot (public minibus) costs 4,000-6,000 IDR per ride; from the airport, take a shared shuttle or Damri bus (around 20,000-30,000 IDR) instead of a taxi.
Eat at warung instead of tourist restaurants; use Gojek or Grab (app-based motorbike taxis) for short trips rather than taxis; bargain at traditional markets but be polite.
Gut zu wissen — Malang
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18097.75 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Malang, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Begawan
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BCA — 705 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Dinoyo Farma — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) → Arjosari Bus Terminal (transfer to city bus)
💡 The bus drops you at Arjosari; then take a city minibus (angkot) route LD to Jl. Basuki Rahmat, a 5-min walk from Hotel Santosa. Avoid this route if you have heavy luggage.
Anywhere in Malang city → Hotel Santosa Malang
💡 Use 'Gocar' (Grab) or 'GoRide' for motorbikes; cars cost about 40,000 IDR for a 5-km trip. The hotel entrance is on Jl. Pahlawan, so set the pin at that exact street to avoid driver confusion.
Malang Station (Stasiun Malang) → Hotel Santosa Malang (walk from stasiun)
💡 Only useful if you're already at the train station. The hotel is a 10-minute walk west along Jl. Trunojoyo. Local trains are crowded at rush hour but dirt cheap.
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) → Hotel Santosa Malang
💡 Pre-book via Grab or Gojek app for around 60,000 IDR; counter taxis inside the terminal cost more.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Begawan?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (away from Jalan Raya). These upper floors minimise street noise and offer slightly better privacy and quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Begawan?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street—they pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from Malang's busy roads. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can also suffer from clanking and chatter.
Is Begawan noisy?
Malang is a busy city; Jalan Raya carries motorbikes, angkot (minibuses), and honking. The ground floor may also have a small lobby bar or TV noise. Friday evenings can be louder with local street activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Begawan?
Back-facing rooms (facing the inner courtyard or neighbouring low-rise buildings) offer a calmer outlook than the street side, which mostly sees shops and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Begawan?
1) Check in early to secure a back-facing room on 3rd or 4th floor. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; even the quietest room may get some low-frequency street hum.
What time is check-in at Begawan?
Check-in at Begawan is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Begawan have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for up to 3 devices per room; speed around 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Begawan?
10% of room rate per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Begawan?
Nasi pecel (rice with vegetables and peanut sauce) or nasi rawon (beef soup with rice) from a street warung — around 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Begawan?
Angkot (public minibus) costs 4,000-6,000 IDR per ride; from the airport, take a shared shuttle or Damri bus (around 20,000-30,000 IDR) instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Malang?
May, June, and August — dry season with clear skies, moderate humidity, and lower tourist numbers than July.
Top-Attraktionen in Malang
💡 Check out the musical fountain show after dark (around 7pm). Bring a mat to sit on the grass.
💡 Go early (before 9am) to avoid crowds and the heat. Bring small change for the donation box at the entrance.
💡 Free entry, but donations welcome. Best in morning when it's cool.
💡 Try the pisang goreng (fried bananas) from the stall at the north gate. Usually under 5,000 rupiah.
💡 Combine with a walk to the nearby 'Miniature Park of Indonesia' (small fee) for more cultural displays.