Your stay — Avira Hotel
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The Property — Avira Hotel
The Avira Hotel is a no-frills 3-star business hotel in central Makassar, with a lobby that feels more like an efficient airport lounge than a resort retreat — practical, clean and geared toward travellers who need a reliable base rather than character. Its USP is location: a short walk from the Trans Studio Mall and the waterfront, making it a sensible choice for short-stay visitors or transit passengers. This suits budget-conscious solo travellers or small groups who prioritise convenience over charm.
Chronicles of Makassar
Makassar, founded in the 14th century as the port of the Gowa kingdom, grew into a crucial spice-trade hub for the Dutch East India Company (VOC), who built Fort Rotterdam in 1637. Its architecture reflects layers of colonial Dutch warehouses and Bugis stilt houses, with a modern skyline of mid-rise hotels and malls that surged after the 1990s economic boom. Today, Makassar is the bustling capital of South Sulawesi, known for its busy harbour, boatbuilding traditions, and the annual Toraja funeral ceremonies that draw visitors inland. The city’s identity sits at a crossroads of Islamic culture, Bugis maritime heritage, and an ever-expanding service economy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Makassar guide →Best months
May, September and October: dry, low humidity, with clear skies for exploring Fort Rotterdam and the Losari Beach promenade without peak-crowd prices.
Peak / festival surge
July and August (school holidays) plus December/January (Christmas and New Year). Hotels like Avira hike rates by 20-30%; book months ahead. Local events such as the Makassar International Eight Festival (July) and the Ramadhan bazaar inflate demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: still fairly dry but quieter, with 15-25% discounts on room rates and lighter foot traffic at tourist sites.
Weather & packing
Makassar’s climate is consistently hot and humid, with a sharp monsoon shift from November to April bringing daily, sudden downpours. Pack a compact rain jacket or umbrella even in the ‘dry’ season, and always carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated in the 32°C heat.
Live City Briefing — Makassar
- The Trans Studio Mall, next to the Avira, completed a new wing with a cinema and food court in early 2026, adding dining options for short-stay guests.
- Construction on the Makassar New Port (Makassar New Port) is ongoing, with some road diversions along Jalan Pettarani; allow extra 10 minutes for taxi rides to the airport.
- The city council has banned single-use plastic bags in all shops from 2025, so bring a tote bag for any market purchases.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Avira Hotel, 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 (Jalan Jenderal Sudirman or similar arterial street). These mid-level floors avoid street-level din and are above the ground-floor common areas. The higher you go, the less traffic noise you'll hear — but floors above the 5th might have issues with the lift motor hum if the lift shaft runs centrally.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor — directly above the lobby/restaurant, so you'll get kitchen clatter and early-morning prep noise. Also skip any rooms at the front of the building on floors 1-3, as Makassar's streets are busy with motorcycles and becak (pedicabs) until late. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can be noisy due to mechanical vibrations.
Best views
Ask for a rear-facing room (likely overlooking inner courtyard or neighbouring rooftops) rather than front-facing. Front rooms get a view of the busy street and heat-absorbing asphalt — not worth the noise trade-off. Rear rooms are quieter and catch more breeze, which matters in Makassar's humidity.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest — far enough from street level and the restaurant, but not high enough for significant wind noise. The lift stops at these floors anyway, so no extra ding-ding.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from motorcycles and minibuses is constant on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman and parallel roads. Morning call to prayer (around 4:30-5am) carries through single-glazed windows common at 3-star hotels. Lift vibrations can be felt on floors 2 and 6 if the lift is poorly maintained. Corridor noise from guest doors slamming is typical at this price point — aim for a room at the end of the corridor away from high-traffic areas.
Insider tips
1) Request a room on the quiet side during booking — call the hotel directly a day before arrival, don't rely on the front desk to guess. Mention 'away from the street and away from the lift'. 2) The breakfast buffet is chaotic between 7-8am; go at 6:30am or 9am for a calmer meal. 3) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — the call to prayer and street motorcycles are unavoidable even in a 'quiet' room.
- 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 — Avira Hotel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed approx 10 Mbps download, no login constraints (SSID provided at check-in). No paid upgrade tier
One passenger lift serves all 6 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newspapers via local news app (not PressReader or FT); no physical newspapers. No notable building heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 (free), after 12:00 charged IDR 150,000 per hour until 18:00, then full night rate
Free storage available at reception for same-day check-in/check-out; overnight storage on request only
Step-free access at main entrance; ramp available but slope moderate. Lift and first-floor rooms are wheelchair accessible. No ground-floor rooms with roll-in shower; upper-floor bathrooms have step-in tubs
On-site limited parking free for guests (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park: Lotte Mart Makassar (200 m north), IDR 5,000 per hour, max IDR 50,000 per night. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax and service charge included in room rate; no additional city or tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit not required for standard booking; IDR 200,000 hold on credit card at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mushola Panakukang Mall (251 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Nurul Hikmah (424 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Mushalla PS (490 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Toraja Jemaat Masale (513 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Pettarani Square — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Crysant Park — 781 m · ~10 min walk
Lapangan — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM Mandiri Abdesir — 877 m · ~11 min walk
Apotek Ukhuwah Husada — 788 m · ~10 min walk
Istana Garden — 71 m · ~1 min walk
Halte Bus MTSN 1 Makasaar — 3.1 km · ~39 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Best rates at money changers (e.g. in Panakukang Mall or along Jalan Hertasning); avoid airport kiosks and hotel front desks.
Cards accepted in malls, hotels, and larger restaurants; street stalls and local eateries cash-only.
Not expected but rounding up taxi fares or leaving small change (2,000-5,000 IDR) is appreciated; optional for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi hitam or kopi susu from a warung kopi – around 5,000-8,000 IDR.
Nasi campur or bakso from a local rumah makan – about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
Mie goreng or ayam goreng with rice at a simple restaurant – roughly 20,000-35,000 IDR for a main.
The Pasar Terong night food court and the street food rows along Jalan Ratulangi and Jalan A.P. Pettarani offer grilled fish, pisang epe, and coto Makassar.
Hypermart, Transmart, and Alfamidi are common in malls; local minimarts (Alfamart/Indomaret) for basics.
Panakukang Mall or the streets around Jalan Sudirman for affordable fashion; pasar loak (thrift markets) near Pasar Terong.
Angkot (shared minibus) routes cost about 3,000-5,000 IDR per ride; from the airport use the Damri bus (25,000 IDR) or a shared ojek to town.
Eat at warung and pasar food stalls, use GrabGo-Jek for cheap rides, and always pay with cash at small vendors to avoid card surcharges.
Good to know — Makassar
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18099.05 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Makassar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Avira Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM Mandiri Abdesir — 877 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Ukhuwah Husada — 788 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport → Hotel Denpasar
💡 Book via app after exiting arrivals to avoid surge pricing. Use the official ride-hailing pickup zone outside terminal 1.
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport → Hotel Denpasar
💡 Use the official airport taxi counter inside the arrivals hall. Street-hailing can double the price.
Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan (near airport) → Terminal Mall Panakkukang
💡 Cheapest option but requires a 15-min walk from airport to the bus stop. From Panakkukang, take a Gojek (IDR 10k) for the last 2 km to Hotel Denpasar.
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport → Terminal Regional Daya
💡 Get off at Jl. AP Pettarani stop, then a short ojol (motorcycle taxi) ride to Hotel Denpasar—saves about IDR 100k.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Avira Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing away from the main road (Jalan Jenderal Sudirman or similar arterial street). These mid-level floors avoid street-level din and are above the ground-floor common areas. The higher you go, the less traffic noise you'll hear — but floors above the 5th might have issues with the lift motor hum if the lift shaft runs centrally.
Which rooms should I avoid at Avira Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor — directly above the lobby/restaurant, so you'll get kitchen clatter and early-morning prep noise. Also skip any rooms at the front of the building on floors 1-3, as Makassar's streets are busy with motorcycles and becak (pedicabs) until late. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can be noisy due to mechanical vibrations.
Is Avira Hotel noisy?
Street noise from motorcycles and minibuses is constant on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman and parallel roads. Morning call to prayer (around 4:30-5am) carries through single-glazed windows common at 3-star hotels. Lift vibrations can be felt on floors 2 and 6 if the lift is poorly maintained. Corridor noise from guest doors slamming is typical at this price point — aim for a room at the end of the corridor away from high-traffic areas.
Which rooms have the best views at Avira Hotel?
Ask for a rear-facing room (likely overlooking inner courtyard or neighbouring rooftops) rather than front-facing. Front rooms get a view of the busy street and heat-absorbing asphalt — not worth the noise trade-off. Rear rooms are quieter and catch more breeze, which matters in Makassar's humidity.
What are insider tips for staying at Avira Hotel?
1) Request a room on the quiet side during booking — call the hotel directly a day before arrival, don't rely on the front desk to guess. Mention 'away from the street and away from the lift'. 2) The breakfast buffet is chaotic between 7-8am; go at 6:30am or 9am for a calmer meal. 3) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — the call to prayer and street motorcycles are unavoidable even in a 'quiet' room.
What time is check-in at Avira Hotel?
Check-in at Avira Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Avira Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed approx 10 Mbps download, no login constraints (SSID provided at check-in). No paid upgrade tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Avira Hotel?
10% government tax and service charge included in room rate; no additional city or tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Avira Hotel?
Nasi campur or bakso from a local rumah makan – about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Avira Hotel?
Angkot (shared minibus) routes cost about 3,000-5,000 IDR per ride; from the airport use the Damri bus (25,000 IDR) or a shared ojek to town.
When is the best time to visit Makassar?
May, September and October: dry, low humidity, with clear skies for exploring Fort Rotterdam and the Losari Beach promenade without peak-crowd prices.
Top Attractions in Makassar
💡 Visit late afternoon to avoid heat; the courtyards are quiet then.
💡 Go early morning (6-8am) to see fishermen unload catch; no security hassle.
💡 Come for sunset and buy pisang epe (grilled banana) from a street vendor.
💡 Entrance is IDR 5,000. Ask for the English pamphlet at the front desk.
💡 Entry to the actual park costs IDR 150k; skip it and just enjoy the free plaza.