Votre séjour — house
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La propriété — house
Hotel 'House' (3-star) in Malang feels like a clean, mid-century boarding house that’s been scrubbed and painted white. The lobby is more functional than flamboyant – a polished concrete floor, a wooden reception desk and a potted Monstera. It suits backpackers and budget-conscious couples who want a no-fuss base near Jalan Basuki Rahmat. You get reliable WiFi, a decent Indonesian breakfast (nasi goreng or fried noodles) and a small pool that’s more for cooling off than laps.
Chroniques de Malang
Malang began as a Dutch colonial hill station in the 19th century, when the Nederlands-Indische government drained the swamps and laid out wide, tree-lined boulevards. Its architecture is a clean blend of Art Deco, Dutch villas and Javanese pavilions – the 1927 Balai Kota (city hall) on Alun-Alun square is the best example. After independence, Malang became an agricultural and university hub, known for apples, cigarette factories and Brawijaya University. Today it’s a cooler, calmer alternative to Surabaya, with a young artistic crowd and a coffee-shop culture that fills the old colonial arcades.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Malang →Meilleurs mois
May, June and September – these months have almost no rain, blue skies and daytime highs around 28°C. Crowds are thin because it’s neither school holidays nor the peak Christmas/New Year rush.
Peak / Festival surge
July and December – July is the main school holiday in Indonesia, so domestic tourists flood Malang for the cooler air. Hotel prices jump 30–50% and the popular Bromo sunrise tours book out weeks ahead. December brings Christmas and New Year crowds too, along with occasional heavy monsoon rain.
La saison des épaules
August and October – August is still dry but slightly cheaper than July because schools reopen mid-month. October is the tail end of the dry season with good weather and low occupancy before the rains start in November.
Météo & Emballage
Malang sits at 500m altitude so mornings and evenings are noticeably cooler than the lowlands – 18°C is common at dawn. Pack a light jacket or hoodie for early outings, plus a rainproof shell even in the dry months, because afternoon thunderstorms can roll in from the nearby mountains without warning.
Briefing de la ville — Malang
- The Malang light-rail project (LRT) is ongoing, causing lane closures on Jalan Soekarno-Hatta around the main bus terminal – allow extra 15 minutes for any taxi or ride-hail trip across the city.
- Kampung Warna-Warni (the colourful Jodipan village) reopened after a 2023–24 renovation – new murals and drainage improvements, but the footbridge fee is now 5,000 IDR per person.
- Mount Semeru’s eruption alert status remains at Level II (caution) – no climbing is allowed above Ranu Kumbolo, and ashfall sometimes disrupts flights at Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport for a few hours; check the airline app before heading out.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to house, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the lift range, and the rear orientation should be quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the lobby or service entrance, as they'll pick up foot traffic and kitchen noise. Also avoid rooms facing the front street—Malang's Jalan routes can be busy with motorbikes and trucks.
Best views
A room looking out over the rear courtyard or neighbouring low-rise buildings will give you a glimpse of Malang's tile roofs and trees—nothing dramatic, but better than staring at the street.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they're above ground-level bustle but below the roof (which may have HVAC units).
🔊 Noise notes
Malang's main roads are used by angkot (minibuses) and motorbikes from early morning. The hotel's location on a named street means delivery trucks and street vendors add to the din, especially on the front side.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask about parking on arrival—street parking is tight and may incur fees. 2. Check if the hotel offers a free breakfast; grab it early (before 7am) to avoid the rush and get fresher food.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — house
free for all guests, 15 Mbps download, requires login via room number and surname
single passenger lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
no physical papers; complimentary digital access to Koran Tempo via QR code in lobby
check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00; early bag drop free from 10:00; late check-out until 14:00 charged IDR 150,000, after 14:00 half-day rate
free bell desk storage before check-in and after check-out; no self-service lockers
step-free entrance from street; lift fits standard wheelchair; no grab rails in standard bathrooms
no on-site parking; nearest public car park at Jl. Basuki Rahmad (5 min walk), IDR 30,000 per night (08:00–22:00); no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax + service charge included in room rate; no separate tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment via booking platform required; IDR 200,000 incidentals hold at check-in, refunded on checkout
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Mosque: Masjid Muhajirin YIM (38 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: Mushola Al Ikhlas (355 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Tarbiyatul Hidayah (393 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Manarul Huda (598 m · ~7 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Transmart — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Gazebo Raden Wijaya — 402 m · ~5 min walk
Museum Reenactor Ngalam — 640 m · ~8 min walk
A19 Open Learning Space — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Taman Bermain Taman Agung — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
CIMB Niaga — 122 m · ~2 min walk
Apotek UMM Medical Center — 339 m · ~4 min walk
Metro Swalayan 1 — 54 m · ~1 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Withdraw from ATMs for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist-area money changers which give poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range restaurants, hotels and supermarkets; street food and local markets are cash-only. Contactless is not widespread.
Not expected but small change is appreciated: round up taxi fares or leave 5–10% at nicer restaurants. Hotel porters may get 10,000–20,000 IDR.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk (local-style coffee with grounds) at a warung kopi — around 5,000–10,000 IDR.
Nasi pecel (rice with local veggies and peanut sauce) from a street stall — about 10,000–15,000 IDR.
Nasi goreng (fried rice) or mie goreng (fried noodles) from a warung — roughly 15,000–25,000 IDR for a main.
Jalan Basuki Rahmat area near the alun-alun is where evening street-food vendors cluster.
Hypermart and Superindo are common budget supermarkets in this part of Malang.
Pasar Besar Malang traditional market for cheap clothing and batik; also small independent shops on Jalan Pasar Besar.
Angkot (minibus) share taxis cost around 4,000–5,000 IDR per ride; from Malang's airport, take Damri bus to Arjosari terminal for about 20,000 IDR.
Eat at warung or street stalls rather than sit-down restaurants; use ride-hailing apps (Gojek, Grab) only for short trips to avoid haggling; book accommodation away from the main tourist strip for lower prices.
Bon à savoir — 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 house
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · CIMB Niaga — 122 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek UMM Medical Center — 339 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at house?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the lift range, and the rear orientation should be quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at house?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the lobby or service entrance, as they'll pick up foot traffic and kitchen noise. Also avoid rooms facing the front street—Malang's Jalan routes can be busy with motorbikes and trucks.
Is house noisy?
Malang's main roads are used by angkot (minibuses) and motorbikes from early morning. The hotel's location on a named street means delivery trucks and street vendors add to the din, especially on the front side.
Which rooms have the best views at house?
A room looking out over the rear courtyard or neighbouring low-rise buildings will give you a glimpse of Malang's tile roofs and trees—nothing dramatic, but better than staring at the street.
What are insider tips for staying at house?
1. If you're driving, ask about parking on arrival—street parking is tight and may incur fees. 2. Check if the hotel offers a free breakfast; grab it early (before 7am) to avoid the rush and get fresher food.
What time is check-in at house?
Check-in at house is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does house have Wi-Fi?
free for all guests, 15 Mbps download, requires login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at house?
10% government tax + service charge included in room rate; no separate tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near house?
Nasi pecel (rice with local veggies and peanut sauce) from a street stall — about 10,000–15,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from house?
Angkot (minibus) share taxis cost around 4,000–5,000 IDR per ride; from Malang's airport, take Damri bus to Arjosari terminal for about 20,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Malang?
May, June and September – these months have almost no rain, blue skies and daytime highs around 28°C. Crowds are thin because it’s neither school holidays nor the peak Christmas/New Year rush.
Principales attractions à 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.