Your stay — Hotel Mataram
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The Property — Hotel Mataram
Hotel Mataram is a dependable three-star base right on Pejanggik Road, Mataram’s main commercial strip. The lobby is functional rather than flashy: tiled floors, a small seating area and a front desk that moves efficiently. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need clean rooms, reliable Wi-Fi and a location within walking distance of the city’s markets, warungs and bus routes to Senggigi or the airport.
Chronicles of Mataram
Mataram was established as the administrative capital of Lombok under Dutch colonial rule in the mid-19th century, absorbing the older kingdoms of Cakranegara and Ampenan. Its grid-like streets and the Art Deco-style Merdeka Square date from that period. Today it’s Lombok’s largest city and a multicultural hub, where Sasak, Balinese and Chinese communities jostle. The city’s soul stays local: it’s a place of government offices, late-night street food and afternoon prayers echoing from the great Islamic Centre Mosque.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mataram guide →Best months
April to June and September to October: dry season, sunny mornings, lower humidity, and far fewer tourists than August or December.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by European and Australian school holidays. Hotel prices in Mataram can rise 20–30% and rooms in mid-range hotels book out. The Bau Nyale Festival (usually February) and the Lombok Marathon (August) also spike demand temporarily.
Budget shoulder season
October and November offer the best balance of dry afternoons, lighter crowds and discounted rates — up to 40% below peak. Some afternoon rain is possible but seldom a washout.
Weather & packing
Mataram’s tropical monsoon climate means sudden heavy downpours can happen even in the dry season. Pack a small umbrella or a lightweight rain jacket no matter the month, and always bring insect repellent for the evenings.
Live City Briefing — Mataram
- Lombok International Airport (LOP) now runs direct flights from Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, reducing transit time. Check for ongoing road widening on the By-Pass Ngurah Rai near the airport cause delays of 15–20 minutes.
- The Narmada Water Palace, a short drive from Mataram, reopened its gardens after restoration work that closed it for most of 2025. Entry is IDR 10,000 for adults.
- Mataram city is trialling one-way traffic on Pejanggik Road on weekday afternoons from 14:00 to 17:00 to ease congestion. Expect alternate routes near the hotel if arriving by car during those hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Mataram, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to escape street-level noise but still within the range that usually has better natural light in a 3-star hotel in central Mataram.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground level) because they’re closest to the street and any restaurant/bar noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft or stairwell – in a compact 3-star, these can be noisy with foot traffic and door slams.
Best views
If the hotel has an east-facing side, request that for morning sun (less heat, better light). Otherwise a view over the courtyard gives a sense of space, not directly onto the busy street. Avoid west-facing rooms – they get hot afternoon sun and may face a neighbouring wall or car park.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4 are generally the quietest in a typical 3-star Mataram hotel, as they’re above street level but not near roof machinery or penthouse service areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Mataram’s main roads have moderate traffic from scooters and bemos until late evening. The hotel’s address on a central street means you might hear early market activity or prayers from nearby mosques (common city noise). Request a room away from the street side if possible.
Insider tips
1. Arrive before 2pm to secure a top-floor courtyard room – early check-in avoids the ‘only ground floor left’ scenario. 2. If you’re driving, ask if they have reserved parking behind the building; street parking is chaotic. 3. Request a room with a fan as well as AC – Mataram gets humid, and fans help with air circulation at night.
- 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 Mataram
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; average 10 Mbps download; login via room number and surname — no time limit
One elevator serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Print newspaper available at lobby in Indonesian (daily) — English edition on request (but not guaranteed); no digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (subject to availability); late check-out until 14:00 for IDR 100,000 flat fee, after 14:00 charged half the nightly rate
Free for same-day storage (check-in day or check-out day); overnight storage only if continuing stay — ask front desk
Main entrance has one step (15 cm) — ramps available on request; lift wide enough for standard wheelchair; no dedicated accessible rooms — all rooms have bathroom step (10 cm) into shower
Free on-site parking for 20 cars (first-come, first-served); no valet; nearest public car park at Mataram Mall (500 m south) — IDR 5,000 per hour, IDR 30,000 overnight; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (tourist tax included in room rate for domestic guests; foreign guests pay IDR 10,000 per person per night at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via booking channel or credit card guarantee required; at check-in, a refundable damage deposit of IDR 200,000 is taken by card hold or cash
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Nurul Huda (162 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Mushola Baitul Huda (331 m · ~4 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Galem (515 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Pemasan Karang Jasi (533 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mataram Mall — 581 m · ~7 min walk
Taman — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Cock fighting — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 437 m · ~5 min walk
Apotek Pratiwi — 271 m · ~3 min walk
Indomaret — 460 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Exchange money at authorised money changers in Mataram city centre for better rates than the airport or hotels; avoid tourist-area bureaux as they often add high commissions.
Credit and debit cards are accepted at mid-range hotels, larger restaurants, and supermarkets in Mataram, but many warungs and local shops still expect cash; contactless is rare.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants, round up the fare for taxis, and give staff at hotels 10,000-20,000 IDR for small services.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of local Kopi Tubruk served in a basic warung costs around 8,000-12,000 IDR.
A generous plate of nasi campur or mie ayam from a street-side warung will set you back about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
Expect to pay around 25,000-40,000 IDR for a main course like ayam bakar or fish with rice at a local eatery.
The main evening street-food areas are along Jalan Pejanggik and the side streets near Pasar Cakranegara, serving sate, nasi goreng, and grilled fish from carts and small stalls.
Hypermart in Mataram Mall and Alfamart minimarts are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Pasar Cakranegara and Pasar Ampenan have dozens of stalls selling affordable local clothing, sarongs, and basic textiles.
The cheapest way around town is by bemo (shared minibus) costing around 5,000 IDR per ride; from Lombok International Airport (LOP), take the DAMRI bus to Mandalika terminal for about 20,000 IDR one way.
Eat at warungs instead of restaurants to halve food costs; always negotiate a price before getting into a taxi or ojol (motorcycle taxi); buy drinking water and snacks at Alfamart or Indomaret, which are cheaper than hotel shops.
Good to know — Mataram
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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 Mataram
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 437 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Pratiwi — 271 m · ~3 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 Mataram?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to escape street-level noise but still within the range that usually has better natural light in a 3-star hotel in central Mataram.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Mataram?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground level) because they’re closest to the street and any restaurant/bar noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft or stairwell – in a compact 3-star, these can be noisy with foot traffic and door slams.
Is Hotel Mataram noisy?
Mataram’s main roads have moderate traffic from scooters and bemos until late evening. The hotel’s address on a central street means you might hear early market activity or prayers from nearby mosques (common city noise). Request a room away from the street side if possible.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Mataram?
If the hotel has an east-facing side, request that for morning sun (less heat, better light). Otherwise a view over the courtyard gives a sense of space, not directly onto the busy street. Avoid west-facing rooms – they get hot afternoon sun and may face a neighbouring wall or car park.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Mataram?
1. Arrive before 2pm to secure a top-floor courtyard room – early check-in avoids the ‘only ground floor left’ scenario. 2. If you’re driving, ask if they have reserved parking behind the building; street parking is chaotic. 3. Request a room with a fan as well as AC – Mataram gets humid, and fans help with air circulation at night.
What time is check-in at Hotel Mataram?
Check-in at Hotel Mataram is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Mataram have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; average 10 Mbps download; login via room number and surname — no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Mataram?
None (tourist tax included in room rate for domestic guests; foreign guests pay IDR 10,000 per person per night at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Mataram?
A generous plate of nasi campur or mie ayam from a street-side warung will set you back about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Mataram?
The cheapest way around town is by bemo (shared minibus) costing around 5,000 IDR per ride; from Lombok International Airport (LOP), take the DAMRI bus to Mandalika terminal for about 20,000 IDR one way.
When is the best time to visit Mataram?
April to June and September to October: dry season, sunny mornings, lower humidity, and far fewer tourists than August or December.
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.