🇮🇩 Kedungwaru, Indonesia
Wisma Minthul
📍 58, Botoran, Tulungagung, Kedungwaru
Your stay — Wisma Minthul
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The Property — Wisma Minthul
Wisma Minthul is a no-frills three-star hotel in Kedungwaru with a functional lobby that smells faintly of clove and floor wax. It suits budget travellers who need a clean bed, reliable hot water, and a base near the bus terminal. The aesthetic is utilitarian: tiled floors, plastic plants, and a clock that ticks loudly. It feels like a proper, honest transit stop, not a resort.
Chronicles of Kedungwaru
Kedungwaru grew as a market town on the Brantas River plain in the 19th century, when Dutch colonial administrators laid out its grid of streets and central square. The town’s architecture mixes late-colonial brick shop-houses with post-independence concrete blocks, and its contemporary identity is firmly rooted in batik production and rice trading. The main square still hosts a weekly pasar tumpah (spillover market) where farmers sell produce direct. Visitors will notice a quiet, workaday rhythm with few tourists.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kedungwaru guide →Best months
JulyAugustSeptember
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak due to school holidays across Indonesia; hotel prices at Wisma Minthul typically rise 20-30% and book up 2-3 weeks ahead. No major festivals in Kedungwaru itself, but proximity to Tulungagung's marble craft fair in August draws some traffic.
Budget shoulder season
May and June are excellent shoulder months: dry enough for sightseeing, cheaper rates (often 10-15% below peak), and far fewer domestic tourists packing the small hotels.
Weather & packing
Kedungwaru is in the tropical monsoon zone: even in July expect muggy 30°C days and sudden downpours. Pack a light rain jacket and quick-dry trousers, not an umbrella — the wind will break it.
Live City Briefing — Kedungwaru
- The Kedungwaru–Tulungagung road is under widening works until late 2026; expect 15–30 minute delays entering town from the south.
- A new minimarket opened on Jalan Raya in April 2026, selling cold drinks and toiletries — useful for Wisma Minthul guests who find the lobby shop sparse.
- The local batik cooperative near the market now offers half-day dyeing workshops for small groups; bookings are recommended 48 hours ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Wisma Minthul, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor (if the hotel has at least 4 floors). These sit above street-level rumble from Jl. Raya Botoran and reduce transmission from the lobby and restaurant. They also minimise banging from the lift motor, which is usually on the roof or top floor.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor or 1st floor. You’ll get noise from the lobby, kitchen exhaust, and staff shift changes. Also stay away from rooms at the rear above the service entrance, where deliveries and rubbish collection start before 7am.
Best views
The front faces Jl. Raya Botoran, a busy two-lane road – so you get noise, not scenery. Better bet: rooms on the sides overlooking the adjacent kampung rooftops and small gardens. Some upper-floor side rooms might catch a glimpse of the distant Gunung Wilis hills on a clear day.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors, assuming a typical 4-storey layout. If the building has 5 floors, aim for 3rd floor — less foot traffic than 4th and still far from roof plant noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Jl. Raya Botoran carries heavy local traffic (angkot, motorbikes, trucks) until late evening. The hotel’s own restaurant and mosque call to prayer loudspeakers from a nearby musalla are audible from 4:30am. The lift shaft rattles on older 3-star hotels in Kedungwaru — check the lift when you arrive; if it’s groaning, avoid the room next to the lift on any floor.
Insider tips
Request a room on the side away from the road when you book — phone the hotel, don't rely on online notes. Park your scooter behind the hotel if possible; the front lot on Botoran gets cramped and is a target for petty theft at night.
- 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 — Wisma Minthul
Free for all guests, speed about 10 Mbps down, login via room number and name; no paid tier
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital Koran Tempo and Jawa Pos available via a lobby tablet; no physical papers delivered
Check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop from 10:00 without charge. Late check-out until 14:00 costs IDR 100,000; after 14:00 charged half a night
Free storage at front desk during same-day check-out; overnight storage not offered
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door; lift access to all floors; no grab bars in bathrooms or adapted rooms
On-site parking free for 15 cars on first-come, first-serve basis. Nearest public car park is 300 m north at Pasar Botoran, IDR 5,000 per night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 5,000 per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold upon arrival via cash or card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: TITD Tjoe Tik Kiong (166 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: Klenteng Tjoe Tik Kiong (166 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Agung Tulungagung (295 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Menara (559 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Golden Swalayan — 791 m · ~10 min walk
Taman Aloon Aloon Tulungagung — 357 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM BRI — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Apotek Budi Mulya — 716 m · ~9 min walk
Indomaret — 609 m · ~8 min walk
Tulungagung — 796 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Change money at authorised money changers in larger towns like Tulungagung; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates. ATMs are widely available and give fair interbank rates.
Credit/debit cards accepted in bigger hotels, supermarkets, and some restaurants; cash is king for smaller shops, warungs, and street food. Contactless and mobile pay are rare outside major chains.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave small change (5,000–10,000 IDR) for good service in restaurants; hotel staff can be tipped 10,000–20,000 IDR.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk (strong black coffee with grounds) at a warung kopi costs about 5,000–10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) from a warung costs around 15,000–25,000 IDR.
A main of ayam goreng (fried chicken) with rice and sambal at a local eatery runs about 20,000–30,000 IDR.
Night markets (pasar malam) and roadside stalls along Jl. Raya Botoran sell sate, bakso, and martabak; look for busy stalls.
Indomaret and Alfamart mini-markets are everywhere for basics; larger supermarkets like Giant or Hypermart are in Tulungagung town.
Local pasar (markets) like Pasar Wage in Tulungagung sell cheap clothes and batik; for budget chain clothing, try Ramayana or Matahari in town.
Angkot (shared minibus) costs about 4,000–6,000 IDR per ride within town; from the nearest airport (Dhoho Kediri or Juanda Surabaya), take a DAMRI bus or share a travel car to Tulungagung for 50,000–100,000 IDR.
Eat at warungs rather than restaurants to save 30-50% on meals. Use ride-hailing apps like Gojek or Grab for fixed, low-cost motorbike rides instead of taxis. Buy bottled water and snacks at Indomaret/Alfamart instead of convenience stores near tourist spots.
Good to know — Kedungwaru
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17966.85 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
KedungwaruFor general emergencies in Kedungwaru, Tulungagung, dial 112 (single national emergency number). Local numbers may vary; check with your accommodation for the nearest police station or hospital.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kedungwaru, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Wisma Minthul
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM BRI — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Budi Mulya — 716 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Juanda International Airport (SUB), Surabaya → Urbanview Hotels Trisna Tulungagung, Kedungwaru
💡 Pre-book through the hotel or a local app like Grab to avoid haggling at the airport. The fare includes tolls.
Juanda Airport (SUB) to Terminal Purabaya, then to Tulungagung via Bus → Terminal Gayatri, Tulungagung (then 5 km to Kedungwaru via ojek/taxi)
💡 Take Damri to Terminal Purabaya (20k IDR), then the AC bus to Tulungagung—cheapest option but expect a bumpy last leg. Add 10-15 mins for an ojek to the hotel.
Any point in Tulungagung town (e.g., Terminal Gayatri or Stasiun Tulungagung) → Urbanview Hotels Trisna Tulungagung, Kedungwaru
💡 Use the app for price clarity—cash works. After dark, negotiate street ojek fare to 10k IDR max; the hotel is on a main road so it's easy to spot.
Juanda Airport via Stasiun Surabaya Gubeng → Stasiun Tulungagung (then 3 km to Kedungwaru via taxi/ojek)
💡 Book business class online at least a day ahead—it's air-conditioned and reliable. From Tulungagung station, a taxi to Kedungwaru costs about 15k IDR.
About Kedungwaru
Wikipedia ↗Rejoagung Stadium is a football stadium in the town of Kedungwaru, Tulungagung Regency, East Java, Indonesia. The stadium has a capacity of 7,000 people. It is the home base of Perseta Tulungagung.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Wisma Minthul?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor (if the hotel has at least 4 floors). These sit above street-level rumble from Jl. Raya Botoran and reduce transmission from the lobby and restaurant. They also minimise banging from the lift motor, which is usually on the roof or top floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Wisma Minthul?
Rooms on the ground floor or 1st floor. You’ll get noise from the lobby, kitchen exhaust, and staff shift changes. Also stay away from rooms at the rear above the service entrance, where deliveries and rubbish collection start before 7am.
Is Wisma Minthul noisy?
Jl. Raya Botoran carries heavy local traffic (angkot, motorbikes, trucks) until late evening. The hotel’s own restaurant and mosque call to prayer loudspeakers from a nearby musalla are audible from 4:30am. The lift shaft rattles on older 3-star hotels in Kedungwaru — check the lift when you arrive; if it’s groaning, avoid the room next to the lift on any floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Wisma Minthul?
The front faces Jl. Raya Botoran, a busy two-lane road – so you get noise, not scenery. Better bet: rooms on the sides overlooking the adjacent kampung rooftops and small gardens. Some upper-floor side rooms might catch a glimpse of the distant Gunung Wilis hills on a clear day.
What are insider tips for staying at Wisma Minthul?
Request a room on the side away from the road when you book — phone the hotel, don't rely on online notes. Park your scooter behind the hotel if possible; the front lot on Botoran gets cramped and is a target for petty theft at night.
What time is check-in at Wisma Minthul?
Check-in at Wisma Minthul is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Wisma Minthul have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed about 10 Mbps down, login via room number and name; no paid tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Wisma Minthul?
IDR 5,000 per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Wisma Minthul?
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) from a warung costs around 15,000–25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Wisma Minthul?
Angkot (shared minibus) costs about 4,000–6,000 IDR per ride within town; from the nearest airport (Dhoho Kediri or Juanda Surabaya), take a DAMRI bus or share a travel car to Tulungagung for 50,000–100,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Kedungwaru?
JulyAugustSeptember
Top Attractions in Kedungwaru
💡 Visit just before dusk when the call to prayer echoes through the square – you can sit on the steps without being intrusive.
💡 Come after 4 PM when food carts set up around the perimeter – try the es campur (shaved ice dessert) for 5,000 IDR.
💡 Go at dawn to see the fish auction and grab a cheap bowl of soto ayam from a stall near the entrance.
💡 Head to the back section for grilled corn and sate lilit – the vendors there give better portions for the same price.
💡 Walk up the path from the east side – it's less steep than the main entrance. Bring water, no vendors up top.