Your stay — Pondok Isra
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pondok Isra, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or above) of the hotel, as they are likely to be away from the street noise and traffic. The hotel has a lift, so you won't have to worry about carrying your luggage up and down stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift or service entrance, as they might be prone to noise from the comings and goings of staff and guests. You might also want to steer clear of rooms facing the street, as Makassar is a bustling city and there may be some traffic noise.
Best views
Unfortunately, there is no information about the hotel's orientation or view options, so it's hard to provide specific advice on this.
Quietest floors
2nd-3rd floor
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise from Makassar's traffic, especially if you're on a lower floor or facing the street.
Insider tips
If you're arriving by car, note that parking might be limited in the area around the hotel. You may want to ask the hotel staff for parking recommendations or explore alternative parking options nearby. Consider requesting a room with air conditioning, as Makassar can get quite hot and humid. This will also help reduce the impact of any street noise.
- 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 — Pondok Isra
free throughout the hotel, speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, but some historic sections have stairs-only access
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on TVs and mobile app
14:00 - 22:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 14:00 with IDR 200,000 fee
available 24/24; IDR 20,000 per bag per day
step-free access; wheelchair entries through main entrance and rear service entrance
on-site parking available IDR 20,000 per night; nearest public car park at Jl. Sultan Hasanuddin, IDR 15,000 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per night per person, collected upon check-in
Deposit & card hold: IDR 200,000 advance deposit + IDR 500,000 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Husnuddin Wal Amien (90 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: Babul salahin (231 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Ulil Albab (268 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Mallengkeri (418 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Alauddin Plaza dan Townhouse — 2.0 km · ~24 min walk
Taman KITA — 46 m · ~1 min walk
Baruga Colliq Pudjie — 275 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Apotik Benteng — 759 m · ~9 min walk
Indomaret Daeng Tata Raya 78 — 346 m · ~4 min walk
Bus Terminal Mallengkeri — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Travelers can exchange currency at banks, currency exchange offices, or use ATMs. Be cautious of poor rates at airport or tourist bureaux.
Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro cards are widely accepted at ATMs, restaurants, and shops. Mobile payments like Ovo and LinkAja are also popular.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving small change (1,000-5,000 IDR) at restaurants and cafes is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Warung (street stalls) serving kopi and tea start from 1,000 IDR.
Martabak and gorengan from street food stalls cost around 10,000-20,000 IDR.
Nasi campur at local eateries costs around 20,000-30,000 IDR.
Street food areas are concentrated around Mall Batu Sisumpah and Jalan Urip Sumoharjo.
Local supermarkets like Alfamart and Indomaret are common in the area.
Bargain markets like Pasar Tettes and Pasar Atas offer affordable clothing options.
The cheapest way to get around is by using the Trans Makassar bus (2,000 IDR) or ride-hailing apps like Grab (5,000-10,000 IDR). From the airport, take a taxi (around 50,000 IDR) or use the Trans Makassar bus (10,000 IDR) to get to the city center.
Use ride-hailing apps instead of taxis for a cheaper ride.Eat at local eateries and street food stalls for affordable meals.Buy groceries at local supermarkets instead of convenience stores.
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 Pondok Isra
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik Benteng — 759 m · ~9 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 Pondok Isra?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or above) of the hotel, as they are likely to be away from the street noise and traffic. The hotel has a lift, so you won't have to worry about carrying your luggage up and down stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pondok Isra?
Avoid rooms near the lift or service entrance, as they might be prone to noise from the comings and goings of staff and guests. You might also want to steer clear of rooms facing the street, as Makassar is a bustling city and there may be some traffic noise.
Is Pondok Isra noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise from Makassar's traffic, especially if you're on a lower floor or facing the street.
Which rooms have the best views at Pondok Isra?
Unfortunately, there is no information about the hotel's orientation or view options, so it's hard to provide specific advice on this.
What are insider tips for staying at Pondok Isra?
If you're arriving by car, note that parking might be limited in the area around the hotel. You may want to ask the hotel staff for parking recommendations or explore alternative parking options nearby. Consider requesting a room with air conditioning, as Makassar can get quite hot and humid. This will also help reduce the impact of any street noise.
What time is check-in at Pondok Isra?
Check-in at Pondok Isra is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pondok Isra have Wi-Fi?
free throughout the hotel, speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pondok Isra?
IDR 10,000 per night per person, collected upon check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Pondok Isra?
Martabak and gorengan from street food stalls cost around 10,000-20,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pondok Isra?
The cheapest way to get around is by using the Trans Makassar bus (2,000 IDR) or ride-hailing apps like Grab (5,000-10,000 IDR). From the airport, take a taxi (around 50,000 IDR) or use the Trans Makassar bus (10,000 IDR) to get to the city center.
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.