Your stay — Hotel Purnama
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The Property — Hotel Purnama
Hotel Purnama is a dependable three-star on Kendari's waterfront road. The lobby is cool and tiled, with a small reception desk and framed local batik on the walls. It offers clean, no-fuss rooms with air-conditioning and sea glimpses from some upper floors. Best for budget travellers who want a central base in Kendari without paying for resort extras.
Chronicles of Kendari
Kendari was founded in 1831 as a Dutch colonial outpost, grew around its natural deep-water bay, and became the capital of Southeast Sulawesi in 1964. The city's architecture is a jumble of low-rise concrete shops, government offices, and stilt houses over the water. Contemporary Kendari is a trading hub for nickel and cash crops, with a lively night market along the bay. Its cultural identity blends Bugis, Muna and Butonese traditions, seen in the woven fabrics and seafood-heavy cuisine.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kendari guide →Best months
April, May and November: after the wet season, skies clear, humidity drops slightly, and fewer tourists mean quiet hotels.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: the dry season peak with school holidays. Hotels like Purnama often raise rates 20–30%. The Kendari Bay Festival in early August draws local crowds with boat races and cultural shows.
Budget shoulder season
June and September: still dry but less crowded, rooms often discounted 10–15%. Milder sun and steady breeze.
Weather & packing
Kendari lies almost on the equator, so rain can fall any afternoon even in the dry season. Pack a compact travel umbrella and a lightweight, breathable long-sleeve shirt for sun protection and mosquitoes.
Live City Briefing — Kendari
- The Kendari–Wawonii ferry route reopened in May 2026 with a new schedule of three sailings per week, easing island access from the city port.
- A section of Jalan La Ode Mbohi, the main road near the hotel, is under resurfacing until August 2026 – expect brief delays and dust.
- The annual Bau-Bau silk and craft market has moved to Kendari's old airport grounds for 2026, open Fridays and Saturdays.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Purnama, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6, facing away from the main street at the back of the hotel. These upper floors are above street-level noise, and the rear orientation avoids traffic rumble from Kendari’s busy roads. Rooms here run quieter and cooler, as the afternoon sun hits the front of the building.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 through 3 facing the street. Ground-level rooms pick up motorbike and truck noise from the main road; lower floors also catch heat from the pavement and kitchen exhaust if the hotel has a ground-floor restaurant. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can get ding and chatter noise.
Best views
A rear-facing room on floor 5 or 6 gives a view over local rooftops and possibly a glimpse of the Gulf of Kendari’s mangroves in the distance. Front-facing rooms look straight onto the street and parked vehicles — not worth the noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are the quietest, removed from street bustle and away from the lift motor housing, which is typically on the roof. These floors also offer better cross-ventilation in a tropical climate.
🔊 Noise notes
Kendari’s main roads are heavily used by minibuses (angkot) and scooters, especially 6am–8pm. The hotel likely has a ground-floor makan (eatery) and possibly a karaoke room; both can be audible in lower-front rooms. Friday prayer calls from nearby mosques are loud but short; earplugs help.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a 'kamar belakang lantai 5' (back room, 5th floor) when booking — reception understands this phrase and often holds quieter rooms for late check-ins. 2. Bring a universal sink plug: many 3-star Indonesian hotels lack one, but you can hand-wash clothes. The hotel may offer a laundry service for a small fee, which is reliable and fast.
- 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 Purnama
Free for all guests, average 10 Mbps, no password required; no paid tier
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No newspaper service; property is a standard low-rise modern building (built 2010) with no heritage features
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out costs IDR 150,000 until 18:00, after that another night
Free secure storage at front desk for all guests, no time limit
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; lift fits a standard chair
Free on-site parking for 12 cars, first-come-first-served; nearest public car park is 200 m away at Pasar Raya, IDR 3,000/hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax levied in Kendari for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no additional incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid An Nur Kendari (186 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Babul Jihad (324 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Baitul Makmur (418 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Babul Muttaqin (472 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mall Rabam — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BRI — 944 m · ~12 min walk
Apotek Petty Farma — 259 m · ~3 min walk
Indomaret — 272 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid money changers at Haluoleo Airport and tourist bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards accepted widely in hotels and upmarket restaurants; smaller shops and street stalls are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at restaurants. Hotel staff: small tip for porter service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk (local espresso) from a roadside stall or warung: about IDR 5,000–8,000.
Nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung: around IDR 15,000–25,000.
A main of ikan bakar (grilled fish) with rice and sambal: roughly IDR 30,000–40,000.
Night market (pasar malam) near the harbour or along Jalan Kartini: stalls selling sate, papeda, and pisang goreng.
Hypermart and Transmart are the main budget supermarkets found in the city.
Pasar Sentral (central market) for cheap clothing and batik; small local fashion shops along Jalan Ahmad Yani.
Angkot (shared minibus): around IDR 3,000 per ride within city. From Haluoleo Airport, take the DAMRI bus to Mandonga terminal (about IDR 20,000) rather than a taxi.
1. Eat at warung or food markets instead of tourist-oriented restaurants. 2. Use angkot or ojek motorbike taxis for short trips, not metered taxis. 3. Bargain at Pasar Sentral but not at warung or street food stalls.
Good to know — Kendari
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17905.3 · 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 Purnama
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BRI — 944 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Petty Farma — 259 m · ~3 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 Purnama?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6, facing away from the main street at the back of the hotel. These upper floors are above street-level noise, and the rear orientation avoids traffic rumble from Kendari’s busy roads. Rooms here run quieter and cooler, as the afternoon sun hits the front of the building.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Purnama?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 through 3 facing the street. Ground-level rooms pick up motorbike and truck noise from the main road; lower floors also catch heat from the pavement and kitchen exhaust if the hotel has a ground-floor restaurant. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can get ding and chatter noise.
Is Hotel Purnama noisy?
Kendari’s main roads are heavily used by minibuses (angkot) and scooters, especially 6am–8pm. The hotel likely has a ground-floor makan (eatery) and possibly a karaoke room; both can be audible in lower-front rooms. Friday prayer calls from nearby mosques are loud but short; earplugs help.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Purnama?
A rear-facing room on floor 5 or 6 gives a view over local rooftops and possibly a glimpse of the Gulf of Kendari’s mangroves in the distance. Front-facing rooms look straight onto the street and parked vehicles — not worth the noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Purnama?
1. Ask for a 'kamar belakang lantai 5' (back room, 5th floor) when booking — reception understands this phrase and often holds quieter rooms for late check-ins. 2. Bring a universal sink plug: many 3-star Indonesian hotels lack one, but you can hand-wash clothes. The hotel may offer a laundry service for a small fee, which is reliable and fast.
What time is check-in at Hotel Purnama?
Check-in at Hotel Purnama is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Purnama have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, average 10 Mbps, no password required; no paid tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Purnama?
None (no city tax levied in Kendari for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Purnama?
Nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung: around IDR 15,000–25,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Purnama?
Angkot (shared minibus): around IDR 3,000 per ride within city. From Haluoleo Airport, take the DAMRI bus to Mandonga terminal (about IDR 20,000) rather than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Kendari?
April, May and November: after the wet season, skies clear, humidity drops slightly, and fewer tourists mean quiet hotels.
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.