Your stay — Hotel Internasional
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The Property — Hotel Internasional
Hotel Internasional in Mataram feels like a dependable base camp rather than a destination in itself. The lobby has a functional, clean, mid-century Indonesian layout with tiled floors, a small reception desk, and rattan seating — nothing fancy, but everything works. It’s best suited for travellers who want a no-fuss, budget-to-mid-range stay close to the city’s main markets and government offices, and who plan to be out exploring Lombok for most of the day.
Chronicles of Mataram
Mataram was founded in the 19th century as the administrative centre of the Dutch colonial government on Lombok, evolving around three distinct traditional settlements: Ampenan, Mataram, and Cakranegara. Its architecture reflects a layered history, with Dutch-colonial public buildings, Balinese temple compounds from the 17th-century Karangasem migration, and modern concrete shop-houses. Culturally, the city is a meeting point of Sasak, Balinese, and Chinese communities, seen in its food, language, and weekly markets. Today, Mataram serves as Lombok's economic and educational hub, with a university corridor and a growing cafe scene that feels relaxed rather than rushed.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mataram guide →Best months
April, May, and October — dry, sunny days with low humidity; tourist numbers are modest and hotel rates stay reasonable.
Peak / festival surge
July and August; this is the height of the dry season and school holidays, so hotels in Mataram often fill early and prices rise by 30–50%. The Bau Nyale Festival in February draws domestic visitors, but July is driven purely by European and Australian summer holidays.
Budget shoulder season
September and November — September still has fine weather but fewer guests; November can see short rain showers but offers discounts of 20–30% off peak rates.
Weather & packing
Mataram’s climate is distinctly tropical with a dry season (May–October) that can still bring sudden afternoon gusts. Pack light cotton clothing, a rain jacket or small umbrella for surprise downpours, and sandals that handle wet pavements.
Live City Briefing — Mataram
- The Mataram Mall area has seen several new cafes and coworking spaces open since early 2026, including a rooftop cafe with sunset views over Ampenan harbour.
- Repairs on the main Jalan Pejanggik road are ongoing until late 2026, causing occasional lane closures and longer waits for local taxis.
- Lombok International Airport (LOP) now has a direct shuttle bus to Mataram city centre, running every 30 minutes from 6am to 8pm, which simplifies arrival logistics.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Internasional, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the hotel (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for the lift to work reliably during power cuts, which are common in Mataram.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor — they face the street directly and pick up motorbike noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft, as the lift machinery hums audibly at night.
Best views
Back-facing rooms overlook a residential kampung with kitchen gardens and mosque domes — a calm, local view. Front-facing rooms see a busy dual carriageway and minimarkets.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 4 are the quietest, assuming the hotel has 4 storeys. These sit above the street-level bustle but below the roof, where AC units may hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from scooters and angkot (public minibuses) starts around 5:30am and continues until 10pm. The hotel's own generator may kick in during power cuts, humming near the back of the building.
Insider tips
1) The lift is small and slow — if you're on the 3rd floor, take the stairs, it's faster. 2) Ask for a fan at check-in; the AC can be weak in standard rooms, and a fan helps with the humidity.
- 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 Internasional
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms (up to 10 Mbps, no login required); premium tier at IDR 25,000/day for 30 Mbps
Two lifts serving all 5 floors (guest rooms, restaurant, meeting rooms); no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital news via Free Wi-Fi (no press reader app); printed Kompas daily available at front desk upon request. Building is a 1980s low-rise with a central courtyard garden, no notable heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 14:00; early check-in from 07:00 with bag drop (subject to availability, fee IDR 100,000 before 10:00); late check-out until 16:00 for IDR 150,000 (after 16:00 charged half-day rate)
Free for day-of arrival/departure; overnight storage IDR 50,000 per piece
Step-free access via ramps at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms (shower steps, narrow doorways); lift fits standard wheelchair; guest to request ground-floor room for easier access
On-site open parking (uncovered) IDR 20,000/night (free for guests on weekdays, charged weekends); nearest public car park at Cakranegara Market (Jl. Pasar 1) IDR 10,000/hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Mataram does not levy a specific city tax; service charge & 10% government tax are included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: First night payment required via bank transfer/credit card to guarantee booking; at check-in a refundable cash deposit of IDR 200,000 or credit card imprint for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Pura Pemaksan Andakasa (173 m · ~2 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Agung Kr. Bungkalang (242 m · ~3 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Tegeh Kr. Tulamben (456 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Penataan (460 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mataram Mall — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Pura Meru — 728 m · ~9 min walk
Cock fighting — 154 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 647 m · ~8 min walk
Guardian — 555 m · ~7 min walk
Alfamart — 264 m · ~3 min walk
Pool Bus Damri — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange counters which charge high margins.
Cards accepted at hotels, mid-range restaurants and larger shops; bring cash for street food, taxis and small warungs.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave a few thousand rupiah at warungs, and tip hotel staff for extra service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk served at local warung or street stall – about 5,000 IDR.
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung – around 15,000–25,000 IDR.
Sate or ayam bakar with rice at a simple restaurant – roughly 25,000–40,000 IDR for a main.
Pasar Sindu and the area around Taman Udayana have clusters of street stalls (kaki lima) for cheap eats after dark.
Super Indo and Tip Top are common budget supermarkets for daily needs.
Taman Sari or Pasar Mandalika markets for low-cost clothing and local batik.
Public bemos (minibuses) cost around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from the airport, take a Damri shuttle bus (about 35,000 IDR) or share a Grab car.
1) Eat at warungs and pasar malam stalls instead of tourist restaurants. 2) Negotiate prices at markets. 3) Use ride-hailing apps (Grab/Gojek) for fixed fares rather than hailing taxis on the street.
Good to know — Mataram
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17992.31 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mataram, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Internasional
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 647 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Guardian — 555 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Mataram → Pratama Guesthouse, Mataram
💡 Gojek motorbikes are fastest for local trips—cheaper than taxis and can dodge Mataram’s occasional traffic. The guesthouse driveway can be missed; set the pin at the Indomaret on the corner of Jalan Pejanggik and Jalan Selaparang.
Lombok International Airport (LOP) → Pratama Guesthouse, Mataram
💡 Book a fixed-price coupon at the airport counter just outside baggage claim—avoid haggling with drivers touting outside arrivals. The guesthouse is on Jalan Pejanggik, central but quiet; ask the driver to confirm the exact location.
Lombok International Airport (LOP) → Mataram City Terminal (Taman Mayura)
💡 Bus stops at Taman Mayura, a 15-minute ojek (motorbike taxi) ride to the guesthouse. Take a blue metered taxi from the terminal if you’re not comfortable on a scooter—about 25,000 IDR.
Mataram City Centre (Sayang-Sayang) → Pratama Guesthouse (Jalan Pejanggik stop)
💡 Route K1 passes right past the guesthouse. Download the Teman Bus app for real-time tracking. Bring exact change—drivers don’t carry much cash.
About Mataram
Wikipedia ↗
The Sultanate of Mataram () was an early modern state based on the island of Java that lasted from the late 16th century to the 18th century. At its peak, Mataram was one of the most powerful kingdoms in the Indonesian archipelago and Southeast Asia. Along with Aceh and Makassar, it has been referr...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Internasional?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the hotel (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for the lift to work reliably during power cuts, which are common in Mataram.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Internasional?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor — they face the street directly and pick up motorbike noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft, as the lift machinery hums audibly at night.
Is Hotel Internasional noisy?
Street noise from scooters and angkot (public minibuses) starts around 5:30am and continues until 10pm. The hotel's own generator may kick in during power cuts, humming near the back of the building.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Internasional?
Back-facing rooms overlook a residential kampung with kitchen gardens and mosque domes — a calm, local view. Front-facing rooms see a busy dual carriageway and minimarkets.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Internasional?
1) The lift is small and slow — if you're on the 3rd floor, take the stairs, it's faster. 2) Ask for a fan at check-in; the AC can be weak in standard rooms, and a fan helps with the humidity.
What time is check-in at Hotel Internasional?
Check-in at Hotel Internasional is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Internasional have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms (up to 10 Mbps, no login required); premium tier at IDR 25,000/day for 30 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Internasional?
None (Mataram does not levy a specific city tax; service charge & 10% government tax are included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Internasional?
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung – around 15,000–25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Internasional?
Public bemos (minibuses) cost around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from the airport, take a Damri shuttle bus (about 35,000 IDR) or share a Grab car.
When is the best time to visit Mataram?
April, May, and October — dry, sunny days with low humidity; tourist numbers are modest and hotel rates stay reasonable.
Top Attractions in Mataram
💡 Visit on Sunday mornings when the park has a car-free morning market with local snacks. The lotus flowers bloom best in the wet season (Nov-Mar).
💡 Wear a sarong (available at entrance for free). Go on a major Hindu holiday like Galungan to see the temple decorated and full of activity.
💡 The park is free; the museum attached costs a small fee. Visit early to avoid crowds and heat. You can sit on the pavilion steps and watch turtles in the pond.
💡 Go late afternoon when the lighting is soft for photos. Women need a headscarf and long skirt; they lend robes at the entrance.
💡 Walk the wooden boardwalk through the mangroves at low tide for good birdwatching. Bring your own water and snacks as stalls close after 5pm.