당신의 머물기 — The Royal
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부동산 — The Royal
The Royal is a functional three-star hotel on Ambon’s main waterfront strip, with a faded colonial lobby ceiling fan and dependable air-con. Its USP is location: a three-minute walk to the Siwalima Museum and the ferry terminal to Lease Islands. It suits budget-conscious travellers and divers needing a clean, no-fuss base near the harbour. Standing in the lobby, you smell salt and frying fish from the warung next door—practical, not pretty.
Ambon 연대기
Ambon City was established as a Portuguese fort in 1575, then passed to the Dutch East India Company in 1605, becoming the spice trade’s global hub for cloves and nutmeg. Its architecture blends Dutch colonial warehouses with Indonesian market halls and a few surviving Portuguese-era walls. The 1999–2002 sectarian conflict left scarring, but since 2010 the city has consciously rebuilt its identity around tourism and music—Ambon is UNESCO’s City of Music. Today, the city feels like a tense but hopeful port where Christian and Muslim neighbourhoods co-exist along the same shore.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Ambon 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
April and May for reliably dry afternoons (rainfall under 150mm) and calm seas for diving, plus lower humidity than June.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
July and August. The dry monsoon peaks, but these months coincide with European summer holidays and Indonesian school breaks. Events: the Ambon Jazz Festival (late July). Hotel rates double to 3x the low-season price, and advance booking is essential.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
October to November. Rain increases but stays sporadic; fewer tourists mean 40–50% discounts at hotels and emptier dive boats. Good compromise before the wet west monsoon kicks in December.
날씨 & 포장
Ambon’s climate is a dry/wet monsoon split with little temperature variation (23–32°C year-round). Pack a quick-dry towel, water-resistant sandals, and a light rain jacket—you will get caught in a tropical downpour even in the dry season.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Ambon
- The Ambon–Lease Islands ferry schedule has been reduced since March 2026 due to engine repairs on the MV Masohi; expect departures only at 06:00 and 14:00 until further notice.
- The Siwalima Museum reopened in May 2026 after a six-month renovation; its new Moluccan textile gallery includes a large-scale map of the 1999 conflict zones—informative but potentially confronting for visitors unaware of the history.
- A new direct flight from Surabaya (Lion Air, three weekly) started July 2026, cutting travel time from Java to Ambon by two hours over the usual Makassar connection.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Royal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing away from the main road, if possible. These rooms get the least street noise and a bit of breeze off Ambon Bay, given the hotel’s central Ambon address.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground or 1st floor near the lift lobby or service entrance – you’ll hear housekeeping carts and guest chatter from early morning. Also skip rooms overlooking the front street, as Motorbikes and public bemos start up from 5am.
Best views
Rooms on the upper rear side may get a partial view over the city rooftops towards the bay – not guaranteed, but worth asking. Front rooms just look onto the street and shop fronts.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and higher are your best bet for quiet sleep, assuming the building has at least 3 floors (standard for a 3-star in Ambon’s main strip).
🔊 Noise notes
Ambon’s main roads are busy with bemos, motorbikes, and street vendors playing loudspeakers from around 6am till late evening. The hotel’s air-conditioning units are roof-mounted and can hum audibly on the top floor.
Insider tips
1. If you’re arriving by car, the hotel’s on-street parking is tight – request a space when booking, or use the public lot a 2-minute walk east. 2. Check-in can drag if the front desk is handling group tours; arrive before 3pm to beat the bus crowd.
- 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
호텔 시설 — The Royal
Free WiFi in lobby and rooms; speed around 5 Mbps; login via room number and last name
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; single printed Kompas newspaper in lobby each morning
Standard check-in 14:00; early arrival bag drop available from 08:00 free; late check-out until 18:00 for 50% of room rate
Free storage at front desk for day-use; no fee, but no formal luggage room
Step-free access via main entrance ramp; one wheelchair-accessible ground-floor room available but no lift braille or hearing loops
On-site parking for up to 10 cars, free for guests; no valet; no EV charging
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: IDR 15,000 per person per night mandatory tourist tax, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full advance deposit required for booking; at check-in IDR 200,000 hold on credit card for incidentals
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: Gereja Hok Im Tong (303 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Gereja Katedral Ambon (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: GEREJA MARANATHA AMBON (451 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Bethania (619 m · ~8 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
lahan kosong — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
BNI — 40 m · ~1 min walk
Apotik Natsepa Farma — 166 m · ~2 min walk
CV. Maju Mandiri — 68 m · ~1 min walk
Ambon — 998 m · ~12 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Bank or money changer in Ambon city centre gives best rates; avoid airport counters and hotel exchange desks as they take a big cut.
Cards work in mid-range hotels and larger supermarkets in Ambon city; street food stalls, small warungs and ojek drivers are cash-only.
Not expected, but rounding up a taxi fare or leaving a few thousand rupiah in a restaurant is appreciated.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk (traditional sweet, thick coffee) from a street-side warung, about 5,000–10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with small side dishes) from a local warung, roughly 15,000–25,000 IDR.
Mie goreng or nasi goreng at a small restaurant, around 20,000–30,000 IDR.
Pasar tradisional (traditional market) area near the port or around Jalan Sultan Hairun has fish, grilled skewers and fried snacks.
Hypermart and Transmart are the main budget supermarkets in Ambon city.
Local markets like Pasar Mardika sell cheap t-shirts and sarongs; no big international chains.
Angkot (shared minibus) costs about 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride within the city; from the airport, take a public bemo to the terminal for about 10,000 IDR, then an angkot into town.
Eat at local warungs rather than air-conditioned restaurants to cut meal costs in half. Negotiate prices in traditional markets, especially for produce and souvenirs. Use shared transport (angkot/ojek) instead of renting a private car.
아는 것이 좋다 — Ambon
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18090.75 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ambon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at The Royal
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BNI — 40 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik Natsepa Farma — 166 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
Pattimura Airport (AMQ) → Hotel Wijaya, Ambon
💡 Book at the official counter inside the terminal before exiting. Drivers outside often quote double. Fixed price to central Ambon.
Hotel Wijaya → Anywhere in Ambon city
💡 Grab is more reliable in Ambon than Gojek. For longer trips to Natsepa beach or outer areas, a car (GrabCar) is safer than a motorbike on winding roads.
Pattimura Airport → Mardika terminal (downtown Ambon)
💡 The bus stops a 15-minute walk from Hotel Wijaya — take an ojek (motorbike taxi) from Mardika for about 10,000 IDR. Bus is fine for light luggage only.
Hotel Wijaya (nearest stop: Jl. Ahmad Yani) → Batu Merah, Passo, or other city routes
💡 Bemos have fixed routes but no signs — shout your destination at the driver. They stop anywhere you wave. Carry small change; drivers rarely have it.
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at The Royal?
Request upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing away from the main road, if possible. These rooms get the least street noise and a bit of breeze off Ambon Bay, given the hotel’s central Ambon address.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Royal?
Avoid rooms on the ground or 1st floor near the lift lobby or service entrance – you’ll hear housekeeping carts and guest chatter from early morning. Also skip rooms overlooking the front street, as Motorbikes and public bemos start up from 5am.
Is The Royal noisy?
Ambon’s main roads are busy with bemos, motorbikes, and street vendors playing loudspeakers from around 6am till late evening. The hotel’s air-conditioning units are roof-mounted and can hum audibly on the top floor.
Which rooms have the best views at The Royal?
Rooms on the upper rear side may get a partial view over the city rooftops towards the bay – not guaranteed, but worth asking. Front rooms just look onto the street and shop fronts.
What are insider tips for staying at The Royal?
1. If you’re arriving by car, the hotel’s on-street parking is tight – request a space when booking, or use the public lot a 2-minute walk east. 2. Check-in can drag if the front desk is handling group tours; arrive before 3pm to beat the bus crowd.
What time is check-in at The Royal?
Check-in at The Royal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Royal have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in lobby and rooms; speed around 5 Mbps; login via room number and last name
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Royal?
IDR 15,000 per person per night mandatory tourist tax, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near The Royal?
Nasi campur (rice with small side dishes) from a local warung, roughly 15,000–25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Royal?
Angkot (shared minibus) costs about 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride within the city; from the airport, take a public bemo to the terminal for about 10,000 IDR, then an angkot into town.
When is the best time to visit Ambon?
April and May for reliably dry afternoons (rainfall under 150mm) and calm seas for diving, plus lower humidity than June.
Ambon 주요 관광지
💡 Go late afternoon to avoid the heat and catch the sunset over the bay from the bastions.
💡 Cross it at 6am when the fishing boats head out—you'll see the water shimmer. Easy to combine with a morning walk to the local market.
💡 Arrive early (before 9am) for the best light through the arch and to have the place to yourself. The dirt road down is rough—drive slowly.
💡 Buy the local rujak (spicy fruit salad) from the warungs along the road—it's the best in Ambon. Weekdays are almost empty.
💡 Weekday mornings are quiet; the staff often give a personal tour if you ask. Bring cash—no card machine.