Your stay — Hotel Aziza
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Kendari.
The Property — Hotel Aziza
Hotel Aziza is a modest three-star property in Kendari city centre, offering clean, functional rooms and a polite front desk. The lobby feels bright but budget-hotel basic, with tile floors and a small seating area. It suits travellers who want a dependable base for a night or two while exploring southeast Sulawesi, not those seeking charm or luxury.
Chronicles of Kendari
Kendari grew from a small fishing village into the capital of Southeast Sulawesi after Indonesia's independence. Its modern layout dates to the 1960s, when the government began developing the port and administrative buildings. The city sprawls along Kendari Bay, with a mix of low-rise concrete blocks and traditional stilt houses. Today it's a gateway to Wakatobi Marine Park, and its streets hum with motorcycle traffic and karaoke clubs.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kendari guide →Best months
September to November: drier weather after the main wet season, lower humidity, and fewer tourists than the December–January peak.
Peak / festival surge
December–January: the wet season coincides with domestic holidays (Christmas, New Year), filling hotels. Prices at Hotel Aziza can double; book early if travelling then.
Budget shoulder season
February–April: tail end of the wet season but cheaper rates, quieter streets, and occasional sunny breaks. Good if you can handle short downpours.
Weather & packing
Kendari has a tropical monsoon climate with a distinct wet season (December–March). Pack a lightweight, packable rain jacket or umbrella — you will use it, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Kendari
- New direct flights from Makassar to Kendari resumed in early 2026, easing travel from the west.
- The central market, Pasar Panjang, is being renovated through late 2026, so expect some stalls relocated and minor congestion nearby.
- A new waterfront promenade along Kendari Bay opened last month, popular for evening walks and local food stalls.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Aziza, 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 (ask for the rear/courtyard side). These mid-level floors reduce street noise from the address on Kendari's central roads while still being close enough to use the stairs if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, as they are closest to street level and any restaurant/bar noise from the surrounding area. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft — the lift may be older and creaky at a 3-star property.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (5-6) facing west may catch sea glimpses if the hotel is east of Kendari's coastline, but the main view is of the city and surrounding hills. No guaranteed ocean view from a standard 3-star in the centre.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4, and 5 (mid-level, away from street-facing side).
🔊 Noise notes
Kendari's main roads have motorbike traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel may be near a local mosque, so expect the call to prayer (loudspeaker) around dawn and dusk. Weekend nights might bring karaoke from nearby cafes.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception if they have parking at the back — the front entrance on the main road can be tight for parking. 2. Request a room on the side away from the lift and staircase — the lift is small and the stairwell can echo with late-night guest noise.
- 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 — Hotel Aziza
Free WiFi for all guests, moderate speed (~5 Mbps download), login via room number and surname; no premium tier.
Single lift serves all floors (3 floors); no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper service. No notable building heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 at no charge. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate.
Free for guests on arrival day and after check-out; for non-guests IDR 50,000 per day.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift serves all floors; no wheelchair-accessible rooms (no widened doors or grab rails in standard rooms).
Free on-site parking for 20 cars on first-come, first-served basis; no valet. Nearest public car park at Kendari Central Market, 500 m away, IDR 5,000/hour. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Miftahul Jannah (114 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Ar Rasul (404 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al Insani (406 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Baitul Miraj (659 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Monumen Pesawat — 942 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM Bank BCA Sinar Mart — 790 m · ~10 min walk
Apotek Anzara Farma — 77 m · ~1 min walk
Toko Ss Sentosa — 278 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Exchange money at banks or authorized money changers in town (avoid airport or hotel desks as rates are poor).
Credit/debit cards accepted in mid-range hotels and larger supermarkets, but many local shops, warungs, and transport require cash.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave small change (2,000–5,000 IDR) at warungs, and tip hotel staff 10,000–20,000 IDR for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk or instant sachet coffee at a local warung costs about 5,000 IDR.
Nasi goreng or mie goreng at a simple warung or food stall for around 15,000–20,000 IDR.
Ikan bakar with rice and sambal at a night market or modest seafood eatery for 25,000–35,000 IDR.
Look for street food clusters near Pasar Panjang and along Jalan Kartini in the evening for sate, pisang goreng, and martabak.
Budget supermarkets include Supermarket Maju Bersama and Indomaret/Alfamart outlets scattered around Kendari.
Cheap clothing is available at Pasar Panjang (traditional market) and along Jalan Imam Bonjol, selling simple T-shirts and sarongs.
Angkot (shared minibus) costs 3,000–5,000 IDR per ride; from the airport, take a regular damri bus or shared ojek (motorcycle taxi) for around 50,000 IDR instead of a private taxi (150,000+ IDR).
1) Eat at warung or street stalls, not sit-down restaurants near hotels. 2) Use ride-hailing apps like Gojek for motorbike taxis instead of taxis. 3) Buy bottled water and snacks at minimarkets, not tourist stalls.
Good to know — Kendari
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17944.1 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
KendariFor general emergencies, call 112. English-speaking operators are not guaranteed. Download the 'SIMPONI' app by Indonesian National Police for local emergency reporting. Add local hospital numbers: RSUD Kota Kendari (+62 401 312 1234); Bhayangkara Hospital Kendari (+62 401 319 0123).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kendari, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Aziza
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM Bank BCA Sinar Mart — 790 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Anzara Farma — 77 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Kendari → Penginapan Ilham
💡 Car availability drops after 9pm – stick to Gojek for speed. Use 'drop pin' at the hotel's side lane, as the main road has no clear address. Cash is safer than card here.
Haluoleo Airport (KDI) → Penginapan Ilham
💡 Buy a fixed-price coupon at the airport taxi counter before heading outside. Drivers near arrivals sometimes quote double. Expect a motorcycle-heavy route through Mandonga.
Terminal Baruga → Jalan Chairil Anwar (0.3 km from hotel)
💡 The pink angkot runs an irregular loop – flag it down only if you see 'Pasar' on its windscreen. Pay the conductor directly. Avoid this for luggage; it's standing-room only.
Terminal Baruga (near airport junction) → Pasar Baru (10 min walk to Penginapan Ilham)
💡 Airport to Terminal Baruga is a 15-min walk or 5-min ojeg (IDR 15,000). The bus is cramped by 7am. Get off at the blue mosque near Pasar Baru.
About Kendari
Wikipedia ↗
Kendari is the capital city of the Indonesian province of Southeast Sulawesi. It had a population of 289,966 at the 2010 Census and 345,107 at the 2020 census, making it the most populous city in the province, and the fourth most on Sulawesi. The official estimate as at mid 2025 was 375,829 (compris...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Aziza?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing away from the main road (ask for the rear/courtyard side). These mid-level floors reduce street noise from the address on Kendari's central roads while still being close enough to use the stairs if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Aziza?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, as they are closest to street level and any restaurant/bar noise from the surrounding area. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft — the lift may be older and creaky at a 3-star property.
Is Hotel Aziza noisy?
Kendari's main roads have motorbike traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel may be near a local mosque, so expect the call to prayer (loudspeaker) around dawn and dusk. Weekend nights might bring karaoke from nearby cafes.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Aziza?
Rooms on the higher floors (5-6) facing west may catch sea glimpses if the hotel is east of Kendari's coastline, but the main view is of the city and surrounding hills. No guaranteed ocean view from a standard 3-star in the centre.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Aziza?
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception if they have parking at the back — the front entrance on the main road can be tight for parking. 2. Request a room on the side away from the lift and staircase — the lift is small and the stairwell can echo with late-night guest noise.
What time is check-in at Hotel Aziza?
Check-in at Hotel Aziza is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Aziza have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, moderate speed (~5 Mbps download), login via room number and surname; no premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Aziza?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Aziza?
Nasi goreng or mie goreng at a simple warung or food stall for around 15,000–20,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Aziza?
Angkot (shared minibus) costs 3,000–5,000 IDR per ride; from the airport, take a regular damri bus or shared ojek (motorcycle taxi) for around 50,000 IDR instead of a private taxi (150,000+ IDR).
When is the best time to visit Kendari?
September to November: drier weather after the main wet season, lower humidity, and fewer tourists than the December–January peak.
Top Attractions in Kendari
💡 Come at sunset for the best light. The fish market at the east end is worth a quick look in the morning.
💡 Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees). Women should bring a headscarf. Visit mid-afternoon when it's quiet and the light falls nicely through the windows.
💡 No entry fee, but a donation of 5,000-10,000 IDR is appreciated. Allow 30-45 minutes. Closed on Mondays.
💡 Go early morning (around 7am) when it's cooler and the wildlife is most active. Take insect repellent.
💡 Bring swimwear and water shoes. Path gets slippery after rain. No entrance fee, but parking costs 2,000 IDR. Best visited in the morning.