Your stay — Kanasha Hotel
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The Property — Kanasha Hotel
The Kanasha Hotel is a straightforward, no-fuss three-star in central Medan. Its lobby is small and functional, with tiled floors and a reception desk staffed by efficient, unsmiling clerks. The USP is location: a five-minute walk from the Tjong A Fie Mansion and within striking distance of Merdeka Walk. It suits budget travellers and business visitors who need a clean, safe base for a night or two, not charm or amenities.
Chronicles of Medan
Medan grew rapidly after the Dutch opened plantations in the late 19th century, attracting Chinese, Indian and European migrants. The city’s architecture reflects this colonial boom: art deco buildings line Jalan Pemuda, while the Maimun Palace and Grand Mosque show Malay and Mughal influences. After independence, Medan became Sumatra’s commercial hub, a gritty, traffic-choked city now known for its culinary scene. Today, its identity is a chaotic mix of ethnic quarters, with Chinese shophouses, Tamil temples and kopitiams selling strong coffee.
Best Time to Visit
Full Medan guide →Best months
June to August: driest stretch of the year, with lower humidity and clear skies. Crowds are thin outside local holidays.
Peak / festival surge
December and January: school holidays and Christmas drive domestic tourism. Hotel prices can double, and attractions get busy. Chinese New Year (January/February) also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still fairly dry, with hotel rates 20–30% lower than peak. Fewer domestic tourists, milder mid-day heat.
Weather & packing
Medan is a tropical city with a wet season that runs October to March, but even in the dry season you can get sudden downpours. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella and breathable cotton clothing.
Live City Briefing — Medan
- The Medan–Binjai–Deli Serdang (Mebidang) commuter rail line is being extended; check for service disruptions on the current section between Medan and Binjai.
- The new Medan–Kualanamu Airport rail link now runs every 30 minutes, making the 40-minute trip to the airport reliable; buy tickets in advance via the app.
- Several warungs around Jalan Selat Panjang were closed in early 2026 for a fire safety inspection; the food scene is recovering, but some popular stalls may still be shut.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kanasha Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 5 or 6, facing away from Jalan Dolok Sanggul. These upper floors are quieter and catch more breeze, away from street-level noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2 directly over the lobby or restaurant, and any room facing the main street (Jalan Dolok Sanggul). Ground-floor rooms near the entrance also suffer from lobby bustle and taxi drop-off noise.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (5-6) with a rear/side aspect have the quietest outlook, overlooking neighbouring buildings and rooftops rather than the busy street. No noteworthy landmark view from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-6
🔊 Noise notes
Jalan Dolok Sanggul is a main thoroughfare with continuous traffic (cars, motorbikes, buses) from early morning until late evening, plus occasional honking. Lower floors also pick up noise from the hotel’s own entrance, taxi queue, and any ground-floor commercial activity.
Insider tips
1. Request a high floor (5 or 6) at check-in to avoid street noise; the lift is small so expect waits at peak times. 2. If arriving by car, look for street parking or a nearby lot – the hotel may lack dedicated parking, so confirm ahead.
- 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 — Kanasha Hotel
Free WiFi throughout, speeds adequate for browsing and email (approx 10 Mbps down); no login or password required
One lift serves all guest floors (1–4), no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby TV shows local news
Standard check-in from 14:00; early baggage drop available at no charge; late check-out until 12:00 costs IDR 150,000, after 12:00 charged half-night rate
Free baggage storage for same-day arrivals and departures, left at reception
No step-free access; two steps at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms
On-site parking for 15 cars, free for guests; no valet; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; refundable cash deposit of IDR 200,000 for incidentals on arrival
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Wihara Ariya Satyani (Dewi Maco) (341 m · ~4 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Vihara Bodhi Shanti (564 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Katolik Kristus Raja (573 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Gereja Methodist Indonesia - Jemaat Gloria (595 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Olympia Plaza — 750 m · ~9 min walk
Taman Sri deli — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Museum Uang Sumatera — 579 m · ~7 min walk
Taman Bermain — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM Bersama — 667 m · ~8 min walk
Toko Obat Kunci Mas — 436 m · ~5 min walk
Indomaret — 432 m · ~5 min walk
Stasiun Medan — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use authorised money changers in malls or on Jalan Thamrin – avoid airport and tourist bureaux, which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in larger hotels, restaurants and supermarkets; most warungs and small shops expect cash. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated – round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% in nice restaurants, give 5-10k IDR to hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Takeaway kopi susu (iced milk coffee) from street stalls: 8,000-12,000 IDR.
Nasi goreng or mie goreng from a warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
Main course of soto Medan or ayam penyet at a local restaurant: 25,000-40,000 IDR.
Jalan Selat Panjang and nearby side streets around Pasar Petisah are where street food clusters are typical.
Hypermart, Superindo, and Grand Lucky are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
Center Point Mall and Medan Plaza have affordable high-street and market stalls for clothes.
Minibus (angkot) at 5,000 IDR per ride is the cheapest; from the airport, take the Damri bus (40,000 IDR one-way) rather than a taxi.
Stick to street food and warungs for meals; negotiate fixed-price angkot routes clearly before boarding; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets rather than minibar/street stalls.
Good to know — Medan
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17968.1 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Medan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Kanasha Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM Bersama — 667 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Toko Obat Kunci Mas — 436 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) → Medan Station (Stasiun Medan)
💡 This is the fastest option from the airport. From Medan Station, the Grand Sakura Hotel is a 5-minute taxi ride (about 30,000 IDR). Don’t take the slow local economy bus from the station—spring for a metered taxi.
Grand Sakura Hotel, Medan → Local destinations (e.g. Merdeka Square, Kesawan)
💡 Use motorcycle taxis (ojek) for short hops between 2–5 km—they’ll slip through traffic. For longer evening trips or if it’s raining, book a car. Always type the hotel name exactly: 'Grand Sakura Medan'.
Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) → Grand Sakura Hotel, Medan
💡 Buy a fixed-price coupon from the official taxi counter inside the arrivals hall. Avoid unmarked drivers offering rides right outside the terminal—they can charge double.
Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) → Grand Sakura Hotel, Medan (alight at Jalan Sisingamangaraja bus stop, then 10-min walk or ojek)
💡 Get off at the Sisingamangaraja stop—it’s the closest to the hotel. You’ll need to walk or grab a scooter taxi (ojek) for the last 800 metres. Keep small bills ready for the fare.
About Medan
Wikipedia ↗
Medan ( meh-DAHN, Indonesian: [ˈmɛdan] , Batak: ᯔᯩᯑᯉ᯳) is the capital and largest city of the Indonesian province of North Sumatra. The nearby Strait of Malacca, Port of Belawan, and Kualanamu International Airport make Medan a regional hub and multicultural metropolis, acting as a financial centre ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Kanasha Hotel?
Request rooms on floors 5 or 6, facing away from Jalan Dolok Sanggul. These upper floors are quieter and catch more breeze, away from street-level noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kanasha Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2 directly over the lobby or restaurant, and any room facing the main street (Jalan Dolok Sanggul). Ground-floor rooms near the entrance also suffer from lobby bustle and taxi drop-off noise.
Is Kanasha Hotel noisy?
Jalan Dolok Sanggul is a main thoroughfare with continuous traffic (cars, motorbikes, buses) from early morning until late evening, plus occasional honking. Lower floors also pick up noise from the hotel’s own entrance, taxi queue, and any ground-floor commercial activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Kanasha Hotel?
Rooms on the upper floors (5-6) with a rear/side aspect have the quietest outlook, overlooking neighbouring buildings and rooftops rather than the busy street. No noteworthy landmark view from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Kanasha Hotel?
1. Request a high floor (5 or 6) at check-in to avoid street noise; the lift is small so expect waits at peak times. 2. If arriving by car, look for street parking or a nearby lot – the hotel may lack dedicated parking, so confirm ahead.
What time is check-in at Kanasha Hotel?
Check-in at Kanasha Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kanasha Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speeds adequate for browsing and email (approx 10 Mbps down); no login or password required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kanasha Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Kanasha Hotel?
Nasi goreng or mie goreng from a warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kanasha Hotel?
Minibus (angkot) at 5,000 IDR per ride is the cheapest; from the airport, take the Damri bus (40,000 IDR one-way) rather than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Medan?
June to August: driest stretch of the year, with lower humidity and clear skies. Crowds are thin outside local holidays.
Top Attractions in Medan
💡 Best at dusk when the food stalls open. Try the local martabak (stuffed pancake) from a stall near the fountain – about 15,000 IDR.
💡 Non-Muslim visitors welcome outside prayer times. Remove shoes and cover shoulders; robes are provided. Combine with Maimun Palace as they are 10 minutes apart on foot.
💡 Free to enter the grounds and main hall, but donations accepted. Wear long trousers or a sarong; they lend them at the entrance.
💡 Entry is 35,000 IDR (about £2). Go early to avoid crowds and check the upstairs balcony for quiet views.
💡 Entry 5,000 IDR (about 30p). The keris (ceremonial dagger) collection on the upper floor is the highlight. Allow 1 hour.