Your stay — ANNISAH
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The Property — ANNISAH
A practical 3-star hotel on Jalan Soekarno-Hatta, Dompu's main drag. The lobby is tiled, cool and quiet, with a modest reception desk and a few plastic chairs — nothing fancy, but clean and functional. It suits travellers passing through on the Sumbawa overland route who need a reliable overnight stop, not a resort stay.
Chronicles of Dompu
Dompu grew from a small sultanate that controlled much of eastern Sumbawa until the Dutch abolished it in the 1950s. The town's layout still follows the old radial roads from the former palace square, with a mix of 1970s concrete shop-houses and newer aluminium-roofed buildings. Contemporary Dompu is the administrative centre of the regency, a market town for surrounding rice and tobacco farms, and a transit point for ferries to Flores and Komodo. Its identity is quietly functional: no tourists come here for Dompu itself.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dompu guide →Best months
June, July, August: dry season proper, with clear skies, calm seas and reliable ferry schedules. Days are hot (30-33°C) but humidity is low enough to make walking the market bearable.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak: Indonesian school holidays plus the Sumbawa Festival in late July (horse racing, traditional dances) fill hotels. Rates for a standard room at Annisah can jump from 250,000 to 400,000 IDR. Book two weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and September. May still has some rain but rooms often drop to 200,000 IDR; September is dry but less crowded than August. Both offer mild mornings and cheap ferry tickets to Flores.
Weather & packing
Dompu sits in a dry rain shadow — even in the wet season (Nov–Mar) showers usually come in short bursts. Pack light cotton clothes, a sarong for temple visits, and a compact umbrella for unexpected afternoon downpours even in June.
Live City Briefing — Dompu
- New asphalt on the Dompu–Sape road (completed April 2026) cuts drive time to the Flores ferry to about 2 hours — previously boggy sections are now smooth.
- The weekly Monday market (Pasar Inpres) has added a pre-packed coffee stall selling locally grown Sumbawa robusta beans — good for a quick souvenir.
- Air conditioning in the new bus terminal (Terminal Dompu) was finally switched on in May 2026, making the 3-hour wait for a Bima-bound bus less punishing.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to ANNISAH, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room in the wing closer to Jl. Lintas Dompu Bima for a quieter experience. These rooms will be farther from the main entrance and less likely to receive noise from the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the main entrance, especially those on either side of the entrance, as they may experience noise from the street and the entrance area.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Jl. Lintas Dompu Bima does not offer any notable views, as the area is a commercial street with limited scenery.
Quietest floors
All rooms are on the ground floor, so there's no need to worry about elevator noise. However, rooms in the wing closer to Jl. Lintas Dompu Bima are likely to be quieter due to being farther from the main entrance and potential street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location on Jl. Lintas Dompu Bima, a commercial street, may result in some street noise, especially during peak hours or when local events are happening. However, the free parking on-site and nearby public parking at Pasar Dompu (IDR 5,000 per day) should help minimize traffic noise.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the free on-site parking, which is convenient and doesn't require an additional fee. Be sure to arrive early to secure a spot, as the 20-car capacity can fill up quickly. When checking in, be prepared to walk up a short stair ramp, as the hotel does not have a lift. This may be a challenge for guests with mobility issues, so it's essential to plan ahead.
- 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 — ANNISAH
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and lobby; typical download speed ~5 Mbps, sufficient for email and social media; no login required, just select network
No lift; the property is a single-storey sprawling bungalow complex, all rooms on ground floor with short stair ramps between wings
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical newspapers; lobby TV shows national news channels
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop permitted from 10:00 without surcharge; late check-out until 12:00 for IDR 100,000, after 12:00 charged half-day rate
Free for same-day; overnight storage on request only with prior arrangement, no additional fee
No step-free access at main entrance (two steps); pathways between rooms are level but some have small ramps; no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars; no valet service; nearest public car park is 200 m south at Pasar Dompu (IDR 5,000 per day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax; 10% service charge included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; incidental hold of IDR 200,000 at check-in (cash or card authorization)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mesjid Babussalam (140 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Katolik (167 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Gereja (182 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Syaloom (316 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Taman Dompu — 36 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BRI — 234 m · ~3 min walk
Apotik — 611 m · ~8 min walk
Kompleks Pertokoan — 727 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Exchange money at banks or authorised money changers in Dompu town; avoid airport and tourist bureaux, which give poor rates.
Cards accepted at larger hotels and some shops, but cash is king — most warungs, market stalls, and transport only take cash.
No obligation but rounding up the bill or leaving 5,000–10,000 IDR for meals is appreciated; taxis don't expect tips; hotel staff may accept 10,000–20,000 IDR for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk from a roadside warung — about 5,000–8,000 IDR per cup.
Nasi campur (rice with sides) from a warung — around 15,000–25,000 IDR.
Mie goreng or nasi goreng at a local eatery — roughly 20,000–30,000 IDR for a main.
Pasar Dompu (the main market area) and Jalan Sultan Hasanuddin evening stalls for sate, pisang goreng, and bakso.
Small local minimarkets such as Indomaret or Alfamart are common, but no large supermarkets in Dompu.
Pasar Dompu for cheap clothing and sarongs; limited high-street options — larger malls are in Bima (1.5 hours away).
Local bemo (minibus) for short trips — 4,000–6,000 IDR; from the airport (Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin) take a shared bemo or ojek to Dompu town (approx 30,000–50,000 IDR).
Eat at warungs instead of restaurants; haggle at markets but not at warungs; fill a reusable water bottle at your accommodation to avoid buying bottled water.
Good to know — Dompu
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18097.75 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
DompuFor general emergencies, local numbers may vary. Use 112 from a mobile, which connects to any service. The nearest hospital is RSUD Dompu (0373-21020). Consider saving the local police station number: 0373-21079.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dompu, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at ANNISAH
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BRI — 234 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik — 611 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Dompu city centre or any local point → Rumah Penginapan PU
💡 Don’t pay more than IDR 15,000 for a short trip inside Dompu. Drivers hang around the market or terminal; agree on the fare before getting on.
Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU), Bima → Dompu city centre (via hotel request)
💡 These are faster than buses and air-conditioned. Ask at the airport information desk or a travel agent in Bima for 'travel mobil ke Dompu'. They drop you near the main road—walk or ojek the last 500 metres to Rumah Penginapan PU.
Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU), Bima → Rumah Penginapan PU, Dompu
💡 Book through your hotel or a local driver for a fixed price—flagging one at arrival is unreliable. Roads wind through hills; ask for a driver who knows the short cut via Sila.
Bima Bus Terminal (Terminal Bima) → Dompu Bus Terminal (Terminal Dompu)
💡 Buses stop frequently to pick up locals—get ready for a bumpy, hot ride. Sit on the left side for mountain views. From Dompu terminal, take an ojek (motorbike taxi, IDR 10,000) to Rumah Penginapan PU.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at ANNISAH?
Request a room in the wing closer to Jl. Lintas Dompu Bima for a quieter experience. These rooms will be farther from the main entrance and less likely to receive noise from the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at ANNISAH?
Avoid rooms near the main entrance, especially those on either side of the entrance, as they may experience noise from the street and the entrance area.
Is ANNISAH noisy?
The hotel's location on Jl. Lintas Dompu Bima, a commercial street, may result in some street noise, especially during peak hours or when local events are happening. However, the free parking on-site and nearby public parking at Pasar Dompu (IDR 5,000 per day) should help minimize traffic noise.
Which rooms have the best views at ANNISAH?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Jl. Lintas Dompu Bima does not offer any notable views, as the area is a commercial street with limited scenery.
What are insider tips for staying at ANNISAH?
Take advantage of the free on-site parking, which is convenient and doesn't require an additional fee. Be sure to arrive early to secure a spot, as the 20-car capacity can fill up quickly. When checking in, be prepared to walk up a short stair ramp, as the hotel does not have a lift. This may be a challenge for guests with mobility issues, so it's essential to plan ahead.
What time is check-in at ANNISAH?
Check-in at ANNISAH is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does ANNISAH have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and lobby; typical download speed ~5 Mbps, sufficient for email and social media; no login required, just select network
Is there a city or tourist tax at ANNISAH?
None (no separate city tax; 10% service charge included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near ANNISAH?
Nasi campur (rice with sides) from a warung — around 15,000–25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from ANNISAH?
Local bemo (minibus) for short trips — 4,000–6,000 IDR; from the airport (Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin) take a shared bemo or ojek to Dompu town (approx 30,000–50,000 IDR).
When is the best time to visit Dompu?
June, July, August: dry season proper, with clear skies, calm seas and reliable ferry schedules. Days are hot (30-33°C) but humidity is low enough to make walking the market bearable.
Top Attractions in Dompu
💡 Visit after sunset when the street food stalls set up. Try the pisang goreng (fried banana) from the lady on the east side. Bring a mat to sit on the grass.
💡 Dress modestly (long sleeves and trousers or a sarong). You can ask at the office for a short tour. Best visited around 4pm when the light is nice for photos.
💡 The path can be slippery after rain. Best visited in the dry season (April–October). Bring insect repellent and a towel. No entrance fee, but a small donation to the local caretaker is appreciated.
💡 Bring your own food and water. There is a basic warung but supplies run out. Best in early morning before the wind picks up.
💡 Go just after sunrise for the clearest air, before clouds build up. A local guide may offer to take you closer for a small fee but the free viewpoint is good enough.