Your stay — K2 Stylish Hotel
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The Property — K2 Stylish Hotel
K2 Stylish Hotel is a tidy 3-star in Mataram’s business strip, Cakranegara. The lobby is compact but modern – tiled floors, a polite reception desk, and the faint smell of clove cigarettes from outside. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, no-fuss base near the city’s main shopping streets and a short ride from Senggigi beach. You’re not here for the Ritz; you’re here to sleep well before heading out.
Chronicles of Mataram
Mataram sits on Lombok’s west coast and was founded as a colonial administrative town by the Dutch in the 1840s. The local Sasak architecture mixes with Dutch villas and Chinese shophouses, giving the city a layered feel. In 1994, Mataram was elevated to a full city, then absorbed the old royal capital of Cakranegara. Today it’s Lombok’s economic hub, with a low-rise skyline and a mix of mosques and wet markets. The city feels like a quiet, workaday counterpoint to Bali’s tourist machine.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mataram guide →Best months
April to June: dry season starts, humidity drops, and beaches are less crowded than July to August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: the dry peak brings European summer holidays. Hotel prices in Mataram climb 30–50%. Events include the Bau Nyale Festival (late Feb/early March) and Lombok’s Independence Day parades on 17 August.
Budget shoulder season
October to November: low rainfall returns, fewer tourists, and room rates often drop 20% off July highs. Weather’s still fine for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
Lombok’s dry season (Apr–Oct) is hot but not oppressive, with sea breezes. Pack light cotton clothes, a sun hat, and a rain jacket for sudden afternoon showers even in July.
Live City Briefing — Mataram
- The new Lombok International Airport expansion completed in early 2025, cutting immigration wait times. Direct flights from Perth and Kuala Lumpur have increased.
- Cakranegara’s main market has been renovated; expect cleaner stalls but the same bargain-haggling for sarongs and batik.
- Roadworks on Jalan Pejanggik near the hotel are ongoing through July 2026 – allow 10 extra minutes for taxi trips south.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to K2 Stylish Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road. Upper floors reduce street noise and offer more privacy, and these floors are high enough to avoid ground-level disturbances but still served reliably by the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any rooms near the lift shaft or stairwell. Ground floor picks up street noise and foot traffic from reception, while rooms adjacent to the lift can hear the motor and chime at all hours.
Best views
Rooms facing the back of the hotel overlook local neighbourhoods and possibly a garden or courtyard, giving a quieter outlook. Front-facing rooms see the street — urban but not scenic, so back is better for peace.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — furthest from the lobby, street, and any rooftop equipment. The lift stops here, but noise is minimal compared to lower floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Mataram's streets can have motorbike traffic from early morning until late evening, especially on main roads. The hotel's address likely puts it on a through road, so expect some vehicle noise on lower front-facing floors. Internal noise from the lift and corridor is limited to its immediate vicinity.
Insider tips
If you're a light sleeper, request a room on floor 3 or 4 at the end of the corridor — less foot traffic. Check-in can be quick if you have a printed booking, as front desk English may be basic; have your confirmation ready.
- 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 — K2 Stylish Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout the property, typical speed 10-15 Mbps down; no login constraints, just a splash page
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital news app (NewspaperDirect) on request; no physical papers. The building has no notable heritage quirks—it's a modern 2018 build
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 09:00 free of charge; late check-out until 12:00 incurs 50% of nightly rate
Free baggage storage available at reception during your stay or post-checkout for same-day collection
Step-free access at main entrance and a ramp to the lobby; one accessible room on ground floor; lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair
Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars in a secured, uncovered lot. Nearest public car park is at Mataram Mall, 5 minutes walk, IDR 3,000/hour. No EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax plus 5% service charge, included in quoted rate or added at check-in
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is required to secure booking; a refundable IDR 200,000 incidental hold is taken via card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mesjid Baiturrahman (300 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Mesjid Baiturrahman (301 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Pejarakan (343 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Mesjid Pejarakan (344 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Shopping Center — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Taman Udayana — 653 m · ~8 min walk
Taman Udayana — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM — 745 m · ~9 min walk
Apotek Purnama Farma — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Mini Market — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Terminal Bemo — 3.1 km · ~39 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs in Mataram city centre for the best rates; avoid moneychangers at Lombok airport and tourist bureaux.
Cards accepted in hotels and bigger restaurants, but many local warungs and markets are cash-only.
Tipping is not expected but small change (like rounding up the bill) is appreciated; for guides or drivers, 20,000-50,000 IDR is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of kopi tubruk or instant coffee at a local warung costs about 8,000-10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur or nasi ayam at a standard warung costs around 20,000-30,000 IDR.
A main dish like mie goreng or nasi goreng at a simple restaurant runs about 25,000-35,000 IDR.
Cheap eats are common along Jalan Pejanggik and around Ampenan's evening pasar malam (night market).
Supermarkets like Hypermart and Giant are common in Mataram's shopping centres.
Bargain for printed shirts, sarongs, and batik at the Cakranegara Market or Mataram Mall.
Cheapest around town is by bemo (public minibus) for about 5,000-7,000 IDR per ride; from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Mataram, the cheapest option is a Damri bus for around 25,000 IDR.
Eat at warung instead of hotels — huge savings. Always negotiate prices at markets and with unofficial taxis. Use ride-hailing apps like Gojek for short trips instead of metered taxis.
Good to know — Mataram
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17944.1 · 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 K2 Stylish Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM — 745 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Purnama Farma — 1.3 km · ~17 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 K2 Stylish Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road. Upper floors reduce street noise and offer more privacy, and these floors are high enough to avoid ground-level disturbances but still served reliably by the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at K2 Stylish Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any rooms near the lift shaft or stairwell. Ground floor picks up street noise and foot traffic from reception, while rooms adjacent to the lift can hear the motor and chime at all hours.
Is K2 Stylish Hotel noisy?
Mataram's streets can have motorbike traffic from early morning until late evening, especially on main roads. The hotel's address likely puts it on a through road, so expect some vehicle noise on lower front-facing floors. Internal noise from the lift and corridor is limited to its immediate vicinity.
Which rooms have the best views at K2 Stylish Hotel?
Rooms facing the back of the hotel overlook local neighbourhoods and possibly a garden or courtyard, giving a quieter outlook. Front-facing rooms see the street — urban but not scenic, so back is better for peace.
What are insider tips for staying at K2 Stylish Hotel?
If you're a light sleeper, request a room on floor 3 or 4 at the end of the corridor — less foot traffic. Check-in can be quick if you have a printed booking, as front desk English may be basic; have your confirmation ready.
What time is check-in at K2 Stylish Hotel?
Check-in at K2 Stylish Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does K2 Stylish Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the property, typical speed 10-15 Mbps down; no login constraints, just a splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at K2 Stylish Hotel?
10% government tax plus 5% service charge, included in quoted rate or added at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near K2 Stylish Hotel?
Nasi campur or nasi ayam at a standard warung costs around 20,000-30,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from K2 Stylish Hotel?
Cheapest around town is by bemo (public minibus) for about 5,000-7,000 IDR per ride; from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Mataram, the cheapest option is a Damri bus for around 25,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Mataram?
April to June: dry season starts, humidity drops, and beaches are less crowded than July to August.
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.