Your stay — Orindo Hotel
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The Property — Orindo Hotel
The Orindo Hotel is a dependable, no-frills 3-star in central Mataram. The lobby is functional tiled floor and a reception desk with a small seating area, the vibe is efficient rather than charming. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a clean, well-located base for exploring Lombok, without paying for resort perks.
Chronicles of Mataram
Mataram was founded as the administrative capital of the Dutch East Indies in Lombok in the 19th century, its grid layout reflecting colonial planning. After independence, it grew as the island's commercial and government hub, blending older Dutch-style buildings with utilitarian modern structures. Today, Mataram is a lively, low-rise city that feels more like a large town, its identity rooted in Sasak culture, Islamic traditions and the nearby market at Cakranegara. It largely lacks beachfront appeal but serves as the practical gateway to Lombok's interior and southern coasts.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mataram guide →Best months
April to June — the tail of the wet season clears up, skies are mostly sunny, and crowds at nearby beaches and temples are thin. October also offers settled weather before the festive season builds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August — peak dry season with wall-to-wall sunshine. School holidays in Indonesia and Australia push hotel occupancy high. Expect Orindo prices to rise 20-30% from low season. The Bau Nyale festival and local Sasak events often fall in this window, adding visitor buzz.
Budget shoulder season
September to November — the dry season lingers through September, with rain only picking up in November. Hotel rates drop by 15-25%, crowds thin, and the weather remains good enough for outdoor trips.
Weather & packing
Mataram has a distinct wet season (November–March) with sudden heavy downpours, but July is bone-dry. Pack a light rain jacket anyway as an afternoon squall can still surprise in transition months, and sun protection (hat, sunscreen) is essential even in the dry season.
Live City Briefing — Mataram
- Mataram's main Mandalika road upgrade is entering final phases, expect lane closures near the city centre until late 2026, plan extra 15 minutes for airport transfers. New direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Lombok International (LOP) began March 2026, reducing transfer time for some international guests. The Mataram cultural centre recently reopened after renovation, hosting weekend craft markets and local dance performances that are worth a quick visit.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Orindo Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor or higher, facing away from the main road (Jl. Pejanggik or similar artery). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer a clearer view over the city rooftops.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those adjacent to the lift shaft or service stairwell. The ground floor picks up lobby chatter and foot traffic from the entrance, while rooms near the lift get ding and conversation noise at all hours.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (3rd–5th) with a rear or side orientation offer a view over Mataram’s low-rise skyline and the distant hills. Front-facing rooms see the street and local shops.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above are generally quieter, as they are further from the lobby and street-level activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Mataram’s main roads carry motorcycle and becak traffic from early morning. The hotel’s address on a commercial street means delivery trucks and street vendors can be audible from 6am. Mosque calls to prayer are audible across the city, especially from the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. Park in the hotel’s rear courtyard if available—street parking is tight and can be noisy. 2. Request a room on the east side if you want morning light and avoid the afternoon heat, which hits west-facing rooms hardest.
- 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 — Orindo Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) for one device; premium 10 Mbps available for IDR 50,000 per 24 hours.
One lift serves all 4 guest floors; stairs also available at each end.
No printed newspapers. Complimentary digital access to PressReader via hotel app.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop allowed after 07:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate.
Free for check-in day and up to 2 hours after checkout; beyond that IDR 25,000 per bag per day.
Step-free entry at main door. No lift access to the rooftop restaurant (stairs only). Two accessible rooms on ground floor.
Free on-site parking for 20 cars (uncovered, first-come). No valet. Nearest public car park: Taman Sangkareang (IDR 3,000 per hour, IDR 20,000 overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 5,000 per person per night (tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mesjid Darul Muflihun (118 m · ~1 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Vihara Kong Tee (291 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Surau Nurul Iman (295 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Mesjid Muqarrabin (418 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Trans Mart — 909 m · ~11 min walk
Kndng AYAM KATE — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank Maybank Indonesia — 739 m · ~9 min walk
Apotik Maya — 756 m · ~9 min walk
Toko Mitra Usaha — 347 m · ~4 min walk
Pool Bus Damri — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist area money changers which often give poor rates or charge commission.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels, larger restaurants and supermarkets; street stalls and local eateries cash only.
Tipping not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge not included; small change for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi Bali or local brewed coffee from warungs: around 5,000–10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur with rice, veg and protein from a local warung: 15,000–25,000 IDR.
Main dish of mie goreng or nasi goreng at a casual restaurant: 20,000–35,000 IDR.
Carts and stalls along Jalan Pejanggik and near Pasar Mandalika serve sate, bakso and nasi balap plleh.
Hypermart (inside Mataram Mall) and local mini-marts like Indomaret or Alfamart.
Cheap clothing at Pasar Mandalika (traditional market) and in the Cakranegara area; also budget brands at Mataram Mall.
Cheapest: local minibus (bemo) for 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; airport to city: Damri bus 35,000 IDR.
Eat at warungs not tourist cafés; use bemos rather than taxis; buy water in bulk at supermarkets.
Good to know — Mataram
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18074.01 · 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 Orindo Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank Maybank Indonesia — 739 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik Maya — 756 m · ~9 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 Orindo Hotel?
Request a room on the third floor or higher, facing away from the main road (Jl. Pejanggik or similar artery). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer a clearer view over the city rooftops.
Which rooms should I avoid at Orindo Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those adjacent to the lift shaft or service stairwell. The ground floor picks up lobby chatter and foot traffic from the entrance, while rooms near the lift get ding and conversation noise at all hours.
Is Orindo Hotel noisy?
Mataram’s main roads carry motorcycle and becak traffic from early morning. The hotel’s address on a commercial street means delivery trucks and street vendors can be audible from 6am. Mosque calls to prayer are audible across the city, especially from the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Orindo Hotel?
Rooms on the upper floors (3rd–5th) with a rear or side orientation offer a view over Mataram’s low-rise skyline and the distant hills. Front-facing rooms see the street and local shops.
What are insider tips for staying at Orindo Hotel?
1. Park in the hotel’s rear courtyard if available—street parking is tight and can be noisy. 2. Request a room on the east side if you want morning light and avoid the afternoon heat, which hits west-facing rooms hardest.
What time is check-in at Orindo Hotel?
Check-in at Orindo Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Orindo Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) for one device; premium 10 Mbps available for IDR 50,000 per 24 hours.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Orindo Hotel?
IDR 5,000 per person per night (tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Orindo Hotel?
Nasi campur with rice, veg and protein from a local warung: 15,000–25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Orindo Hotel?
Cheapest: local minibus (bemo) for 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; airport to city: Damri bus 35,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Mataram?
April to June — the tail of the wet season clears up, skies are mostly sunny, and crowds at nearby beaches and temples are thin. October also offers settled weather before the festive season builds.
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.