Your stay — Mathilda
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Hotel Facilities — Mathilda
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader and local Indonesian newspapers)
14:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, IDR 200,000 late check-out fee after 12:00
available 24/7, IDR 20,000 per piece, up to 3 pieces per guest
step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance and rooms, some rooms with structural limitations
on-site parking available, IDR 50,000 per night, valet service available; nearest public car park is at Jl. Pantai Barat, IDR 20,000 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per night/person, mandatory
Deposit & card hold: IDR 200,000 advance deposit + IDR 500,000 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Banks and currency exchange offices are available in Maumere City; avoid exchanging money at the airport for poor exchange rates. Some ATMs accept international cards, but be aware of high withdrawal fees.
Major credit and debit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops, but cash is still king; contactless payments are not widely available.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving small change (1,000-5,000 IDR) for good service is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of coffee from a street vendor or local warung costs around 5,000-10,000 IDR.
A plate of nasi goreng or mie goreng from a local food stall costs around 10,000-20,000 IDR.
A main course at a mid-range warung or restaurant costs around 25,000-50,000 IDR.
The cheapest eats are found in the evening markets near the waterfront, particularly at Jl. Raya Maumere.
Martabak and Indomaret convenience store chains are common in Maumere.
Markets like the Pasar Ino market offer affordable clothing and souvenirs.
A day pass for public transportation costs around 5,000-10,000 IDR, while a taxi ride from the airport costs around 50,000-100,000 IDR.
Eat at local warungs or street stalls for affordable meals.Use public transportation or walk/bike whenever possible.Avoid exchanging money at the airport or using tourist bureaux for poor exchange rates.
Good to know — Maumere
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18119.39 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
MaumereFor all emergencies, dial 112 from any mobile phone. Local hospital RSUD TC Hillers (Jl. Wairklau, Maumere) has a 24-hour emergency room: +62-382-21234. For tourist police assistance in Flores, contact the local police station at +62-382-21110.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Maumere, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Mathilda
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Maumere Airport Bus Stop → Bogor Hotel vicinity (main road stop)
💡 Buses are infrequent and can be crowded. Best for budget travellers; get off at the TPI Maumere market stop and walk 5 mins to the hotel.
Frans Seda Airport (Maumere) → Bogor Hotel, Maumere
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in. Official taxi counter at arrivals charges a fixed rate; street taxis are cheaper but haggle hard.
Airport arrivals → Bogor Hotel
💡 App-based rides are cheaper than street taxis but require internet. Use a local SIM card. Drivers may ask for cash even if you pay via app – confirm first.
Maumere Town Terminal → Bogor Hotel area
💡 These shared vans follow set routes but stop anywhere. Flag one down with a hand wave. Exact change helps, as drivers rarely break large notes.
About Maumere
Wikipedia ↗
Maumere is the administrative seat of the Sikka Regency and the second largest town (its nominal population has recently overtaken Ende, but of these over 10,500 live in rural areas on outlying islands) on Flores Island, Indonesia. It lies on the north coast of the island and the port is in the nort...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Mathilda?
Check-in at Mathilda is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mathilda have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi throughout, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mathilda?
IDR 10,000 per night/person, mandatory
Where can I eat cheaply near Mathilda?
A plate of nasi goreng or mie goreng from a local food stall costs around 10,000-20,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mathilda?
A day pass for public transportation costs around 5,000-10,000 IDR, while a taxi ride from the airport costs around 50,000-100,000 IDR.
Top Attractions in Maumere
💡 Best photo spot is from the jetty at the eastern end. Fried banana sellers set up around 4:30pm — they cost about 5,000 rupiah.
💡 Visit during Sunday 7am mass to hear the choir sing traditional Sika hymns with gamelan accompaniment. Sit near the back for the best acoustics.
💡 Best on Saturday morning when villagers come from the hills. Haggle politely — start at half the asking price for ikat cloth. Bring small bills.
💡 Go at low tide to walk out to the small coral reef visible from shore. Bring water — no kiosks after 4pm.
💡 Entry is a few thousand rupiah. Ask for Ibu Maria to explain the ikat weaving process — she speaks some English and charges nothing extra.