Your stay — Home Azalea
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The Property — Home Azalea
The Home Azalea is a functional, no-frills 3-star hotel in Makassar’s business district, aimed squarely at transit travellers and budget-conscious tourists. The lobby feels like a clean, air-conditioned pit stop: tiled floors, a reception desk with a computer, and a few plastic plants. Its USP is quiet efficiency and a location near the harbour and main shopping streets, not charm or luxury. It suits anyone needing a reliable base for a night or two, not a destination.
Chronicles of Makassar
Makassar began as a 14th-century Gowa Kingdom port and grew into the 16th-century centre of the spice trade, drawing European powers. The Dutch captured it in 1669, building Fort Rotterdam, which still stands as a museum and cultural centre. Modern Makassar is Indonesia’s fifth-largest city, a sprawling, chaotic hub of Sulawesi with a distinct Bugis and Makassarese identity. Its architecture mixes Dutch colonial mansions, utilitarian high-rises, and the striking 99-dome Al-Markaz Al-Islami mosque, a contemporary landmark. Today the city is known for its seafood, informal economy, and as the gateway to Toraja land and the Togean Islands.
Best Time to Visit
Full Makassar guide →Best months
August to October offer the driest weather and lowest humidity, with clear skies and manageable crowds as school holidays end. May is also good: dry and still before the July-August peak.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month, driven by domestic tourists on school holidays and a surge in travel to Toraja. Hotel prices jump 20-40% from the low season; book well ahead. No major festival in July itself, but the August Makassar International Writers Festival sometimes spills into late July.
Budget shoulder season
June and November are the best budget shoulder months. June is dry but just before the peak, November is the start of the wet season with fewer tourists and discounts up to 30%.
Weather & packing
Makassar is hot and humid year-round, but July sits in the dry season so rain is infrequent. Pack light cotton clothing, a sun hat, and comfortable walking sandals; leave umbrellas and jackets at home.
Live City Briefing — Makassar
- Construction on the new Makassar-Parepare railway continues; expect some road disruptions around the central station area until late 2026.
- The city has introduced a new electronic ticketing system for the Trans Mamminasata bus rapid transit, making it easier for tourists to use public transport from the airport.
- Several new seafood restaurants have opened on Losari Beach promenade; the night market there is also being extended for the July tourist rush.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Home Azalea, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the 5th or 6th floor, away from the lift shaft. These upper floors will be quieter and cooler, with less street noise from the busy Makassar roads.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors near the lift lobby — they catch elevator chatter and hall traffic from the breakfast area on the ground floor.
Best views
Rooms on the east side (likely facing away from the main road) overlook neighbouring low-rise buildings and a splash of urban greenery. No sea views here — Makassar's waterfront is a 15-minute walk south.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 through 8 are your best bet for a peaceful stay; the higher you go, the less street rumble you'll hear.
🔊 Noise notes
Makassar traffic is heavy, especially on the main drags. Scooters and becak horns can be a constant low drone on lower floors. The hotel's 3-star rating means basic soundproofing — double-glazing not guaranteed.
Insider tips
1. Book a top-floor room and pack earplugs just in case — the lift motor has a faint whine on lower floors. 2. For breakfast, go at 7am sharp to avoid the 8-9am rush from local business travellers.
- 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 — Home Azalea
Free basic WiFi for up to 4 devices per room; paid upgrade to faster speed (IDR 50,000/day) via voucher. Login requires room number and surname.
One lift serves all 4 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No printed newspapers. Digital newsstand not available. A small library with travel magazines is in the lobby.
Standard check-in from 14:00 to 23:00. Early bag drop available from 08:00. Late check-out fee of IDR 150,000 until 16:00, subject to availability.
Complimentary storage at front desk for same-day check-in/out.
Step-free access via side ramp at main entrance. One accessible room on ground floor. No wheelchair-accessible bathroom in standard rooms.
On-site secured parking: IDR 50,000 per night. Nearest public car park is at Mall Ratu Indah (IDR 10,000/hour). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Nurut Tarbiyah (193 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Katolik Santo Paulus Tello (205 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Mesjid Hajjah Siti Saerah (438 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Toraja Jemaat Tello Batua (512 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Makassar Town Square — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Azalea park — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BRI — 579 m · ~7 min walk
Boer Woo Tekh — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Indomaret — 483 m · ~6 min walk
PO.Bus Litha&CO — 743 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Exchange money at banks or authorised money changers in Makassar city centre; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Credit/debit cards accepted at hotels, malls, and larger restaurants; street food and small warungs cash only. Contactless/payments via QRIS are common with local e-wallets.
Tipping is not mandatory. Leave small change (5,000–10,000 IDR) for restaurant waitstaff if service charge not included; round up taxi fares; tip hotel staff 10,000–20,000 IDR for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of local kopi hitam (black coffee) at a street stall or simple warung kopi: about 5,000–10,000 IDR.
A plate of nasi campur or mie goreng from a basic warn: 15,000–25,000 IDR.
A main dish of ikan bakar or ayam goreng at a local food stall: 25,000–35,000 IDR.
Street food hubs are common around Pasar Butung area and night markets near Losari Beach for pisang epe, pallubutung, and fresh seafood.
Hypermarket chains like Hypermart and Transmart are found in major malls; for daily items, local minimarkets like Alfamart and Indomaret are everywhere.
Affordable clothing at Pasar Terong (large traditional market) or at mall budget levels like in Panakukang Mall area.
Angkot (public minibus) cost around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; cheapest way from airport is Damri bus to city terminal for about 30,000 IDR. Avoid airport taxis for better rates with ride-hailing apps after exiting terminal.
Eat at street food stalls and warungs instead of tourist restaurants on Losari Beach for half the price.Use ride-hailing apps like Gojek or Grab for transport rather than flagging taxis on the street.Buy fresh fruit and snacks from Pasar Butung rather than minimarts to save on groceries.
Good to know — Makassar
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17968.1 · 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 Home Azalea
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BRI — 579 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Boer Woo Tekh — 1.3 km · ~16 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.
About Makassar
Wikipedia ↗
Makassar, formerly Ujung Pandang, is the capital of the Indonesian province of South Sulawesi. It is the largest city in the region of Eastern Indonesia and the country's fifth-largest urban center after Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, and Bandung. The city is located on the southwest coast of the island ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Home Azalea?
Ask for a room on the 5th or 6th floor, away from the lift shaft. These upper floors will be quieter and cooler, with less street noise from the busy Makassar roads.
Which rooms should I avoid at Home Azalea?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors near the lift lobby — they catch elevator chatter and hall traffic from the breakfast area on the ground floor.
Is Home Azalea noisy?
Makassar traffic is heavy, especially on the main drags. Scooters and becak horns can be a constant low drone on lower floors. The hotel's 3-star rating means basic soundproofing — double-glazing not guaranteed.
Which rooms have the best views at Home Azalea?
Rooms on the east side (likely facing away from the main road) overlook neighbouring low-rise buildings and a splash of urban greenery. No sea views here — Makassar's waterfront is a 15-minute walk south.
What are insider tips for staying at Home Azalea?
1. Book a top-floor room and pack earplugs just in case — the lift motor has a faint whine on lower floors. 2. For breakfast, go at 7am sharp to avoid the 8-9am rush from local business travellers.
What time is check-in at Home Azalea?
Check-in at Home Azalea is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Home Azalea have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi for up to 4 devices per room; paid upgrade to faster speed (IDR 50,000/day) via voucher. Login requires room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Home Azalea?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Home Azalea?
A plate of nasi campur or mie goreng from a basic warn: 15,000–25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Home Azalea?
Angkot (public minibus) cost around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; cheapest way from airport is Damri bus to city terminal for about 30,000 IDR. Avoid airport taxis for better rates with ride-hailing apps after exiting terminal.
When is the best time to visit Makassar?
August to October offer the driest weather and lowest humidity, with clear skies and manageable crowds as school holidays end. May is also good: dry and still before the July-August peak.
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.