Your stay — Subbase Sota
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Good to know — Merauke
Type C/F · 230V
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$1 ≈ IDR 17905.3 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
MeraukeFor police, dial 110; ambulance, 118; fire, 113. For broader emergencies, call 112 (works across Indonesia). In Merauke, local numbers may be reached via the police station at (+62) 971 329 111 or hospital at (+62) 971 322 777. Confirm with your hotel or local guide on arrival.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
No restaurants found locally on OpenStreetMap for Merauke. Try a local search for restaurants near your hotel.
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Merauke, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Subbase Sota
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Merauke Airport → Penginapan Yestoya
💡 Worth it if you're exploring beyond town. Ask the hotel for a driver — they know back roads and can wait for you. Negotiate per day, not per trip.
Merauke Terminal (Pasar Lama) → Penginapan Yestoya (Jalan Brawijaya)
💡 No fixed route signs — ask locals for 'angkot ke Brawijaya'. Sit near the driver to pay. Not for airport transfer; angkot doesn't go there.
Anywhere in Merauke → Penginapan Yestoya
💡 Best for short hops. Download Gojek before arrival — data works patchy near the airport. Pay cash; drivers appreciate small bills.
Mopah Airport (MKQ) → Penginapan Yestoya (Jalan Brawijaya)
💡 Haggle upfront. Official taxis are by the terminal exit; fix price before getting in. If you're on a budget, wait 200m outside the gate — local ojek (motorbike taxis) go for IDR 20,000.
About Merauke
Wikipedia ↗
Merauke is a large town (kelurahan) and an administrative district (distrik) in Merauke Regency of South Papua Province, Indonesia. It is also the administrative centre of Merauke Regency, and is considered to be the easternmost city in Indonesia, although it currently lacks city status. The town wa...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Subbase Sota?
Check-in at Subbase Sota is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Merauke
💡 Visit just before sunset for cooler light and fewer crowds—good for a photo with the 'Merauke' lettering.
💡 Go during mid-afternoon quiet hours (around 14:00–15:00) when the caretaker can show you the view from the minaret base.
💡 Bring a mat and stay until late afternoon—the light turns the sand gold, and you might see local kids kite-surfing in the breeze.
💡 Hire a local guide from the park entrance—they know where to spot the elusive deer and wallabies at dawn.
💡 Check if there’s a local dance rehearsal on Saturday afternoons—they often let visitors watch for free.