Your stay — Hotel Alden
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The Property — Hotel Alden
Hotel Alden is a functional three-star in central Makassar with a modest lobby of polished tiles and a front desk that moves efficiently. It suits travellers who want clean, air-conditioned rooms, a reliable breakfast buffet, and easy access to the harbour and waterfront boulevard. There is no pretension here: the USP is location and value, not charm or luxury.
Chronicles of Makassar
Makassar began as a key port in the 14th-century Gowa Sultanate and later became the Dutch colonial hub for the spice trade in eastern Indonesia. Its architecture still shows Dutch influence in the old town near Fort Rotterdam, though rapid modernisation has filled the skyline with glass towers and shopping malls. Today, Makassar is the bustling gateway to Sulawesi, a city of go-getting traders and a lively food scene centered on coto makassar and pisang epe. Its identity is defined by the sea: ferries, the Losari Beach promenade, and a constant tropical humidity that keeps life moving at a steady, clammy pace.
Best Time to Visit
Full Makassar guide →Best months
July and August are the top months: the tail end of the dry season brings blue skies, steady offshore breezes, and fewer big festivals, so hotel rates stay moderate.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak monsoon months, not tourist peaks. The wet season deters visitors, but Christmas and New Year local travel pushes prices up at hotels like Alden by 20–30%. The only big draw is the Makassar International Eight Festival in September.
Budget shoulder season
September and October are excellent: still dry, fewer domestic tourists, and hotel discounts of 10–15% compared to July. You get good weather without the queues.
Weather & packing
Makassar sits just five degrees south of the equator, so humidity is relentless year-round. Pack only light, quick-dry cottons and a rain shell—umbrellas are useless in sudden downpours that hit even during the dry season.
Live City Briefing — Makassar
- The Losari Beach pedestrian promenade renovation is finally complete, opening new cafe terraces and a cleaner public space for sunset walks.
- Trans Mamminasata bus rapid transit has added a new feeder route from the airport to the city centre, cutting taxi costs for mid-range hotels.
- A major road-widening project on Jalan A.P. Pettarani is causing evening congestion through July, so allow 20 extra minutes for taxi trips to the harbour.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Alden, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 4–6 facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough for reliable lift access. The courtyard side offers quieter sleep than a street-facing room.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) due to lobby footfall and proximity to the street door. Also avoid rooms directly above or adjacent to the lift shaft, as lift machinery in a 3-star hotel can be noisy.
Best views
If you get a street-facing room, you’ll overlook Makassar’s urban streetscape—useful for orientation but not scenic. A courtyard or rear-facing room gives a quieter outlook with minimal view. No sea or landmark views are guaranteed without higher floors or a specific orientation, which this property’s data doesn’t confirm.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 offer the best balance of lift proximity and noise reduction from street level.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in Makassar’s city centre, so street noise from scooters and traffic is a constant, especially from 6–9 am and 5–8 pm. Lift noise may be audible on floors next to the shaft. There’s no mention of a bar or nightclub, so internal noise is mainly from lobby and hallways.
Insider tips
1. If you can’t secure a courtyard room, bring earplugs or request a top-floor rear-facing unit—fewer neighbours overhead. 2. Check in after 2 pm to avoid queues; the lobby is small and can get crowded, making early arrival awkward if your room isn’t ready.
- 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 Alden
Free WiFi throughout, no login or password; speed around 10 Mbps, adequate for browsing and email
One lift serving all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No daily newspapers; TV in lobby airs news channels; no digital newsstand or heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 07:00 at concierge; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged IDR 150,000 per hour until 18:00
Complimentary storage at front desk for same-day arrivals and departures; not available overnight
Step-free entry via ramp at main door; one accessible room on ground floor; lift accessible; no wheelchair-accessible bathroom in public areas
On-site parking for 30 cars, free for guests; no valet; no EV charging; nearest public car park at Ratu Indah Mall, IDR 5,000 per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Al Aqsha Ujung Pandang (137 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Kapel Rajawali (202 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Masehi Advent (379 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Amirul Mukminin Losari (403 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Living Plaza Lattanette Makassar — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Taman Emmy Saelan — 962 m · ~12 min walk
Gedung Mulo — 738 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 869 m · ~11 min walk
Lestari Makassar Jaya — 467 m · ~6 min walk
Indomaret — 347 m · ~4 min walk
Dermaga Kayu Bangkoa — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Best rates at authorised money changers in malls or city centre; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks.
Contactless and mobile pay accepted in major malls and hotels; small shops and street stalls are cash-only.
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave small change at restaurants. Rp5,000–10,000 for hotel staff is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local warung kopi sells black coffee for Rp5,000–10,000.
Nasi campur from a street-side stall costs around Rp15,000–25,000.
Mie goreng or sate at a local food court is Rp20,000–35,000 per main.
Head to Pasar Butung or Jalan Sulawesi evening stalls for cheap eats like pisang epe and coto Makassar.
Hypermart or Transmart are the common budget supermarkets across Makassar.
Pasar Terong is the main market for affordable local clothing and second-hand finds.
Pete-pete (minibus) costs Rp3,000–5,000 per ride; airport shuttle Damri bus to city is Rp20,000.
Eat at warung for meals under Rp25,000; use ride-hailing apps like Gojek for short trips; buy bottled water in bulk at supermarkets.
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 Hotel Alden
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 869 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Lestari Makassar Jaya — 467 m · ~6 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 Hotel Alden?
Request rooms on floors 4–6 facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough for reliable lift access. The courtyard side offers quieter sleep than a street-facing room.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Alden?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) due to lobby footfall and proximity to the street door. Also avoid rooms directly above or adjacent to the lift shaft, as lift machinery in a 3-star hotel can be noisy.
Is Hotel Alden noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in Makassar’s city centre, so street noise from scooters and traffic is a constant, especially from 6–9 am and 5–8 pm. Lift noise may be audible on floors next to the shaft. There’s no mention of a bar or nightclub, so internal noise is mainly from lobby and hallways.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Alden?
If you get a street-facing room, you’ll overlook Makassar’s urban streetscape—useful for orientation but not scenic. A courtyard or rear-facing room gives a quieter outlook with minimal view. No sea or landmark views are guaranteed without higher floors or a specific orientation, which this property’s data doesn’t confirm.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Alden?
1. If you can’t secure a courtyard room, bring earplugs or request a top-floor rear-facing unit—fewer neighbours overhead. 2. Check in after 2 pm to avoid queues; the lobby is small and can get crowded, making early arrival awkward if your room isn’t ready.
What time is check-in at Hotel Alden?
Check-in at Hotel Alden is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Alden have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, no login or password; speed around 10 Mbps, adequate for browsing and email
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Alden?
IDR 10,000 per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Alden?
Nasi campur from a street-side stall costs around Rp15,000–25,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Alden?
Pete-pete (minibus) costs Rp3,000–5,000 per ride; airport shuttle Damri bus to city is Rp20,000.
When is the best time to visit Makassar?
July and August are the top months: the tail end of the dry season brings blue skies, steady offshore breezes, and fewer big festivals, so hotel rates stay moderate.
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.