Your stay — Secret Humaniera
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The Property — Secret Humaniera
Secret Humaniera is a modest three-star hotel in central Makassar, with clean tile floors, a small front desk and a staff that offers a firm handshake. The lobby feels like a quiet intersection between business travel and short-stay tourism: low-key, functional, no frills. Its USP is location — a ten-minute walk from the Losari Beach promenade and close to the city’s main food street. This place suits solo travellers or couples who want a no-surprises base for exploring the city, not a resort stay.
Chronicles of Makassar
Makassar began as a Gowa-Talloq sultanate harbour and became the major spice-trade port of eastern Indonesia under Dutch control in the 17th century. The Dutch Fort Rotterdam, built in 1545 and rebuilt in 1634, remains the city’s most significant colonial structure, now housing a state museum. The city expanded rapidly in the 20th century and today is the largest in Sulawesi, with a skyline mix of low-rise shophouses, modern hotels and Bugis-style stilt villages along the coast. Contemporary Makassar is a cultural crossroads of Bugis, Makassarese, Torajan and Chinese-Indonesian communities, known for its loud fish markets and the annual Sail Indonesia event.
Best Time to Visit
Full Makassar guide →Best months
June to September: the dry season is fully engaged, humidity drops slightly and rain is rare. These months also avoid the major school-holiday surge in July, so crowds stay moderate.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak visitor month because of school holidays across Indonesia and the start of the international yachting season. Hotel prices in central Makassar can rise 20–30% above the annual average. The main draw is the Losari Beach waterfront, which fills with families, and the city’s food festivals often align with July weekends.
Budget shoulder season
October and November form a strong shoulder season: still dry, cheaper rates and far fewer tourists as school holidays end. The weather holds until late November, making it the best time for a budget stay.
Weather & packing
Makassar sits on the equator, so it’s hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season from December to March. Pack only lightweight, quick-dry clothing and a compact umbrella that can double as a sun-shade for afternoon downpours.
Live City Briefing — Makassar
- The new Makassar City railway station opened in early 2024, connecting the city to Parepare and Maros; it’s a 20-minute ride from the hotel by ojek (motorcycle taxi).
- Losari Beach’s main pedestrian plaza has been extended and refurbished, but visiting during peak daylight hours (11am–3pm) is advised against because of direct sun and lack of shade.
- Routine road widening on Jalan Daeng Tata is ongoing through mid-2026, so expect traffic delays if heading toward the city centre from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Secret Humaniera, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 that face away from Jalan (street) — these upper floors sit above street-level hubbub and avoid ground-floor common areas, improving both view and quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the ground floor (near lobby and any street-facing entrance) and any room directly overlooking the main road — lower floors catch traffic noise from what is likely a busy Makassar street.
Best views
Look for a room facing the interior of the block (away from the road) gives a quieter view of neighbourhood rooftops or courtyard, not busy street action.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 — lifted by the single lift, they are high enough to dodge street noise but below any roof-level plant or bar.
🔊 Noise notes
Makassar street noise (scooters, honking, early market traffic) is the primary source — avoid any room on the same side as the main entrance or a busy Jalan.
Insider tips
1) If you’re sensitive to noise, bring earplugs — the 3-star rating and single lift often mean thin walls. 2) Check in after 2pm to request a high floor away from the street; early arrivals often get stuck on lower floors.
- 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 — Secret Humaniera
Free WiFi for all guests, speeds around 10 Mbps download, no login required—just accept terms on browser splash page
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital news via QR code for Kompas (Indonesian daily) and a few international PDFs; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (free). Late check-out fee of IDR 150,000 until 16:00, after that charged full night
Free for luggage left before check-in or after check-out; storage room available, no charge
Step-free entrance via ramp at front door; lift to all floors; no accessible bathroom or grab rails in rooms—guests with wheelchairs may struggle in standard shower cubicles
On-site parking for about 10 cars, free for guests, first-come-first-served; nearest public car park is at Mal Ratu Indah (200m away) IDR 5,000/hour. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per room per night (mandatory local tourism tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; IDR 300,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Roudhotul Jannah (182 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Mesjid Silaturahmi (583 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Silaturrahum (611 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: mesjid jamiatul khaer (706 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Alauddin Plaza dan Townhouse — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Taman KITA — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk
Baruga Colliq Pudjie — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 461 m · ~6 min walk
Apotik Vikarion — 527 m · ~7 min walk
Alfamart — 470 m · ~6 min walk
Bus Terminal Mallengkeri — 425 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport or tourist bureau exchange counters as they offer poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are accepted at major hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops; smaller street stalls and markets are cash-only. Contactless and mobile pay (e.g., GoPay, OVO) are common in many shops and warungs.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares or leave 5,000–10,000 IDR at a restaurant; a small tip for hotel staff handling luggage is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple kopi susu or toraja coffee at a street-side stall or warung costs about 8,000–15,000 IDR.
A heaping plate of nasi campur or mie ayam at a local warung runs 20,000–35,000 IDR.
A main dish like ikan bakar or coto Makassar at a modest local restaurant costs 35,000–50,000 IDR.
Head to the night food markets around Jalan Somba Opu and along the Losari waterfront for pisang epe, martabak, and sate stalls—all very cheap.
Hypermart (inside MTC Karebosi) and Alfamart / Indomaret minimarkets are common for basic groceries.
For affordable clothing, try Pasar Sentral or the textile market along Jalan Sangir—haggling is essential.
Angkot (shared minibus) costs around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from Sultan Hasanuddin Airport, take the Damri bus (about 40,000 IDR) into town.
Always carry small denominations (1,000–10,000 IDR notes) because change can be scarce for larger bills. Eat at street stalls or warungs to save on meals. Use ride-hailing apps like Gojek or Grab for fixed, often cheaper fares than hailing taxis directly.
Good to know — Makassar
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17905.3 · 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 Secret Humaniera
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 461 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik Vikarion — 527 m · ~7 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 Secret Humaniera?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 that face away from Jalan (street) — these upper floors sit above street-level hubbub and avoid ground-floor common areas, improving both view and quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Secret Humaniera?
Steer clear of rooms on the ground floor (near lobby and any street-facing entrance) and any room directly overlooking the main road — lower floors catch traffic noise from what is likely a busy Makassar street.
Is Secret Humaniera noisy?
Makassar street noise (scooters, honking, early market traffic) is the primary source — avoid any room on the same side as the main entrance or a busy Jalan.
Which rooms have the best views at Secret Humaniera?
Look for a room facing the interior of the block (away from the road) gives a quieter view of neighbourhood rooftops or courtyard, not busy street action.
What are insider tips for staying at Secret Humaniera?
1) If you’re sensitive to noise, bring earplugs — the 3-star rating and single lift often mean thin walls. 2) Check in after 2pm to request a high floor away from the street; early arrivals often get stuck on lower floors.
What time is check-in at Secret Humaniera?
Check-in at Secret Humaniera is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Secret Humaniera have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, speeds around 10 Mbps download, no login required—just accept terms on browser splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Secret Humaniera?
IDR 10,000 per room per night (mandatory local tourism tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Secret Humaniera?
A heaping plate of nasi campur or mie ayam at a local warung runs 20,000–35,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Secret Humaniera?
Angkot (shared minibus) costs around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from Sultan Hasanuddin Airport, take the Damri bus (about 40,000 IDR) into town.
When is the best time to visit Makassar?
June to September: the dry season is fully engaged, humidity drops slightly and rain is rare. These months also avoid the major school-holiday surge in July, so crowds 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.