Your stay — Regina
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The Property — Regina
The Regina Hotel is a reliable three-star business stop in Manado's commercial centre, with a functional lobby of polished tile and a modest check-in desk. Its USP is location: steps from the Mega Mall and the city's main boulevard. It suits travellers who want a clean, no-fuss base for diving trips or city business, not atmosphere seekers.
Chronicles of Manado
Manado began as a small settlement of the Minahasa people and grew under Dutch colonial rule, becoming a key spice-trade port. The city's architecture still shows Art Deco and colonial-era buildings mixed with modern concrete, though many were rebuilt after WWII bombing. Contemporary Manado is a Christian-majority city with strong Minahasa traditions, famous for its spicy cuisine and as the gateway to Bunaken Marine Park. Its identity today balances a busy port economy with growing dive tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Manado guide →Best months
April and November are ideal: just after the monsoon peaks, with lower humidity, clear seas for diving, and fewer tourists than July.
Peak / festival surge
July is high season (European summer holidays plus Manado’s own Fiesta Manado event in early July). Hotel prices can jump 30-50%. Beaches and dive boats are crowded.
Budget shoulder season
October and April offer discounts of 20-30%, with still-good weather but fewer crowds.
Weather & packing
Manado stays hot and humid year-round. Pack a lightweight rain jacket for sudden afternoon downpours and always have reef-safe sunscreen for diving.
Live City Briefing — Manado
- Manado's new Sam Ratulangi International Airport terminal is expected to open fully by mid-2026, easing arrivals.
- A major road widening project on Jalan Piere Tendean may cause traffic delays near the hotel through July.
- Dive operators report some Bunaken reef closures for coral restoration in July 2026; check with your operator before booking boats.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Regina, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5, facing away from the main road. These mid-level floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to get consistent water pressure, and the rear side looks over the quieter neighbourhood alleys and local gardens.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those at the front. The hotel sits on a main street in Manado, so traffic and motorbike horns start early. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can also get ding and conversation noise from passers-by.
Best views
The front rooms on floors 3-5 face Manado’s main road and get passing city life, including glimpses of the harbour in gaps between buildings. Rear rooms get a calmer view of low-rise houses and greenery – better for light sleepers.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are your quietest bet: removed from the lobby, bar and street, and you’ll have fewer guests walking past your door.
🔊 Noise notes
Manado's traffic is heavy and starts by 6am. The hotel’s location on a major street means motorbikes, trucks, and the occasional bus rumble. There’s also a local market nearby that kicks up noise from dawn. Evening karaoke bars along the street can drift up to lower floors.
Insider tips
If you’re driving, the hotel has limited parking on a narrow side lane – arrive before 4pm to bag a spot. Request a top-floor rear room directly at check-in: fewer guests and cooler in the afternoon thanks to the shading from the building next door.
- 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 — Regina
Free basic 2 Mbps per device (unlimited data); a premium tier at 50,000 IDR per day gives 10 Mbps and 4 devices; login via voucher at check-in
One passenger lift serves all 5 floors (no stairs-only areas)
Complimentary digital access to Kompas and Jakarta Post via hotel app; no printed papers delivered; the building dates from 1995, no notable heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop possible from 10:00 (no fee if room ready, else lobby wait); late check-out until 13:00 costs 150,000 IDR, after 13:00 charged half-night rate
Free at front desk; available 24/7 but must present claim tag
Step-free main entrance via ramp; lift serves all floors; no rooms adapted for wheelchair users; narrow bathroom doors may pose issues
On-site backyard parking for 15 cars, free for guests; valet not available; nearest public car park is 100 m south (Gedung Parkir Wenang, 5,000 IDR/hour); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10,000 IDR per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in, a refundable incidental hold of 200,000 IDR is placed on credit card or cash
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: GEREJA GMIM SOLA GRATIA TIKALA (128 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: GEREJA ADVENT TIKALA (208 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: GEREJA KGPM HOSANA (210 m · ~3 min walk)
- Place of worship: Masjid Nurullah Komo Dalam (259 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
IT Center Manado — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Sparta Tikala — 221 m · ~3 min walk
Museum Negeri Sulawesi Utara — 562 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BNI — 573 m · ~7 min walk
Kimia Farma — 301 m · ~4 min walk
Indomaret Alun Alun Tikala — 139 m · ~2 min walk
Halte Bus Sarapung — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid money changers at Sam Ratulangi Airport and tourist bureaux due to poor rates.
Cards accepted in major hotels and malls; local warungs and markets are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated for good service: IDR 5,000–10,000 for café/hotel staff, round up taxi fare.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk at a street stall, about IDR 5,000.
Nasi campur or mie goreng from a food stall, IDR 15,000–20,000.
Ikan bakar (grilled fish) with rice at a night market, IDR 25,000–35,000 per main.
Night markets along Jalan Sam Ratulangi and around Pasar 45 for sate, pisang goreng, and bubur manado.
Hypermart and Transmart are common chain supermarkets in Manado.
Pasar 45 or Mega Mall Manado for affordable basics.
Angkot (microlet) for IDR 5,000 per ride; from airport, take a shared taxi or Grab to town for around IDR 70,000.
Eat at local warungs not tourist restaurants; use Grab for fixed-price rides instead of haggling with taxis; buy snacks from mini-marts rather than hotel minibars.
Good to know — Manado
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18097.75 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
ManadoWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Manado, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Regina
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BNI — 573 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Kimia Farma — 301 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sam Ratulangi International Airport → M. C. Cottage Bunaken (Bunaken Island jetty, Manado)
💡 Pre-book through hotel for fixed rate; local taxis at arrivals often hike prices. Bargain if paying cash.
Anywhere in Manado city → Bunaken jetty (Pasar 45 area)
💡 Can pay cash or app. Works best in city centre; airport pickups often rejected by drivers. Use with local SIM for reliable data.
Bunaken terminal (Manado) → Kawangkoan (regional routes)
💡 Only useful for out-of-city trips, not for hotel. Single route covers main road. Air-conditioned and reliable, but stops before 6pm. Don't use for jetty runs.
Terminal Malalayang → Pasar 45 (Manado city centre near Bunaken jetty)
💡 Route code 'B' or 'T' covers city centre. Confusing if you don't know Manado—ask driver to drop at 'Pasar 45' for jetty. Expect squashed seating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Regina?
Request a room on floors 3-5, facing away from the main road. These mid-level floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to get consistent water pressure, and the rear side looks over the quieter neighbourhood alleys and local gardens.
Which rooms should I avoid at Regina?
Steer clear of rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those at the front. The hotel sits on a main street in Manado, so traffic and motorbike horns start early. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can also get ding and conversation noise from passers-by.
Is Regina noisy?
Manado's traffic is heavy and starts by 6am. The hotel’s location on a major street means motorbikes, trucks, and the occasional bus rumble. There’s also a local market nearby that kicks up noise from dawn. Evening karaoke bars along the street can drift up to lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Regina?
The front rooms on floors 3-5 face Manado’s main road and get passing city life, including glimpses of the harbour in gaps between buildings. Rear rooms get a calmer view of low-rise houses and greenery – better for light sleepers.
What are insider tips for staying at Regina?
If you’re driving, the hotel has limited parking on a narrow side lane – arrive before 4pm to bag a spot. Request a top-floor rear room directly at check-in: fewer guests and cooler in the afternoon thanks to the shading from the building next door.
What time is check-in at Regina?
Check-in at Regina is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Regina have Wi-Fi?
Free basic 2 Mbps per device (unlimited data); a premium tier at 50,000 IDR per day gives 10 Mbps and 4 devices; login via voucher at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Regina?
10,000 IDR per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Regina?
Nasi campur or mie goreng from a food stall, IDR 15,000–20,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Regina?
Angkot (microlet) for IDR 5,000 per ride; from airport, take a shared taxi or Grab to town for around IDR 70,000.
When is the best time to visit Manado?
April and November are ideal: just after the monsoon peaks, with lower humidity, clear seas for diving, and fewer tourists than July.
Top Attractions in Manado
💡 Come at sunrise (around 5:30 AM) to see local joggers and the sun rise behind the mountains. Avoid after 8 AM as it gets hot and crowded.
💡 Visit late afternoon when fishermen return with their catch. The light is good for photos, and you can buy grilled fish cheaply from street vendors.
💡 The statue is better viewed from a distance. Combine it with a walk through the nearby Kampung Jawa market, where you can buy cheap fried bananas.
💡 The hike to the crater rim takes about 2 hours. Bring water and sturdy shoes; the trail is steep and muddy after rain.
💡 Bring your own snorkel gear from town; rental on site is poor quality. Go early morning to avoid crowds and spot dugongs.