Your stay — kos nelly
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The Property — kos nelly
Kos Nelly is a no-frills 3-star hotel in Pontianak’s city centre, aimed squarely at budget-conscious travellers and transit passengers. The lobby feels like a functional, slightly dated waiting room — tiled floors, a reception counter, and a couple of vinyl chairs — but the staff are efficient and the rooms are clean. There is no restaurant or pool; its USP is a solid location near Gajah Mada Street’s shops and eateries. Suits anyone needing a quick, affordable stopover without expecting extras.
Chronicles of Pontianak
Pontianak was founded in 1771 by Syarif Abdurrahman Alkadrie, a trader of Arab descent, who established the Sultanate of Pontianak on the banks of the Kapuas and Landak Rivers. The city grew as a trading port under Dutch colonial rule, later becoming the capital of West Kalimantan. Its architecture reflects a blend of Malay, Chinese, and Dutch influences, notably in the old town’s shophouses and the iconic Equator Monument. Today, Pontianak is a bustling hub for timber, rubber, and palm oil, with a strong Chinese-Indonesian community that shapes its food and festivals. Culturally, it straddles the equator — literally — and its identity is tied to the Kapuas River, which remains the city’s main artery.
Best Time to Visit
Full Pontianak guide →Best months
June, July, and August — the driest months, with lower humidity and less rain, making sightseeing and river trips comfortable. The Equator Festival can draw crowds in late June, but July remains manageable.
Peak / festival surge
August is the peak visitor month due to school holidays across Indonesia; hotel prices can rise 20-30% and advance booking is essential. The Equator Festival in late June also spikes demand briefly.
Budget shoulder season
September and October offer good discounts (20-40% off peak rates), with lighter crowds and still limited rain compared to the wet season. November marks the return of heavier showers and lower prices.
Weather & packing
Pontianak lies exactly on the equator, so there is almost no seasonal temperature variation — it is consistently hot (30-33°C) and humid year-round. Pack only light, breathable cotton clothing, a rain jacket, and a strong mosquito repellent; avoid synthetic fabrics that trap sweat.
Live City Briefing — Pontianak
- Pontianak’s main bus terminal, Terminal Batas Kota, has undergone renovation and reopened in early 2025 with improved facilities, but intercity minibuses still leave from scattered points near Pasar Flamboyan.
- The Kapuas River boardwalk, Tepian Kapuas, was extended in late 2024 with new food stalls and viewing platforms — a good sunset walk that was previously patchy.
- Heavy rain in April 2025 caused localised flooding in low-lying areas near the Kapuas; while July is dry, always check river levels if planning a boat tour.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to kos nelly, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3–5 on the side facing away from the main road. The rear-facing rooms here are quieter and, given the 5-floor max, you avoid the top floor heat and lift noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street level noise and foot traffic) and floor 5 (direct sun on the roof, potential lift motor hum). Also skip rooms near the front entrance or lift shaft.
Best views
The rear side gives a view over local kampong rooftops – unremarkable but peaceful. Front rooms look onto the road and shops, so no scenic value.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–4, rear side. These sit above street hustle but below roof-level issues.
🔊 Noise notes
Pontianak has heavy scooter and car traffic, especially during rush hours (7–9am, 4–7pm). The hotel is on a main road, so front-facing rooms get constant engine hum. Night markets or late shops can add noise until around 10pm.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the rear side (not the street) at booking – call or email, as walk-in may leave you front-facing. 2. If you're sensitive to heat, avoid top floor (5) in the dry season; the AC struggles. Ground floor rooms also run cooler but louder.
- 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 — kos nelly
Free WiFi for all guests. Speed adequate for browsing and video calls (approx 10 Mbps). No login: just connect and accept terms.
Lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper or digital newsstand. Lobby has a few outdated magazines. The building is a modern low-rise with no heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00, charge 50% of nightly rate. No check-out after 18:00 (full night charged).
Complimentary at front desk; just ask. No locker or secure room, but staff keep an eye.
No step-free entrance; two steps at main door. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms. Lift is narrow – standard wheelchair might fit but turning inside is tight.
Free on-site parking for about 15 cars. No valet. No EV charging. Nearest public parking: none nearby; street parking is limited and not recommended.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit required to confirm reservation (typically 50% of first night). At check-in, a credit card hold of IDR 200,000 (about £10) for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: 1 (963 m · ~12 min walk)
- Mosque: Perdagangan (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Gereja HKBP (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Gereja HKBP (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Gaia Bumi Raya City — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Terminal Bis Sudarso — 349 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Money changers in Pontianak city centre offer better rates than at Supadio Airport; avoid hotel or tourist-area bureaux.
Cards accepted in larger hotels, malls, and some mid-range restaurants; street food, markets, and small shops are cash-only.
Tipping is not expected; round up taxi fares or leave small change for good service. Hotels and nicer restaurants may include a service charge.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of local kopi tubruk or kopi susu from a roadside warong costs about 5,000–10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur with rice, one meat dish, and vegetables at a simple eatery runs about 20,000–30,000 IDR.
A main dish like mie goreng or nasi goreng at a local warong costs around 20,000–35,000 IDR.
The area along Jalan Gajah Mada and Jalan Ahmad Yani has many street-food stalls and night hawkers serving sate, bubur, and pisang goreng.
Common budget supermarkets include Transmart, Superindo, and Hypermart, with several branches in the city.
Pasar Teratai and Pasar Sudirman are the main markets for affordable clothing and textiles.
Minibus (angkot) fares are about 5,000 IDR per ride; from Supadio Airport, take a shared shuttle or bus to the city for around 20,000–30,000 IDR.
Eat at street-side warongs for cheap local meals; use ride-hailing apps (Gojek, Grab) for fixed-price trips; buy snacks and drinks at mini-markets rather than tourist spots.
Good to know — Pontianak
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17966.85 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pontianak, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at kos nelly
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Supadio International Airport (PNK) → Transera Hotel
💡 Prepaid coupon counters just outside arrivals cost about 150k; flagging a metered taxi from the rank is cheaper but expect negotiation. Book a Grab car online for a fixed price around 100k.
Anywhere in Pontianak → Transera Hotel
💡 Set pickup to 'Transera Hotel lobby' — Grab drivers often miss the small hotel sign. Avoid surge pricing by walking 100 metres to a main road before booking.
Sudirman Bus Stop (near city centre) → Transera Hotel (Jalan Tanjungpura stop)
💡 Get a rechargeable e-money card (e-toll) at Indomaret to avoid cash lines. The Tanjungpura stop drops you 400 metres from the hotel’s side entrance.
Supadio International Airport → Transera Hotel
💡 The bus stops near Jalan Gajah Mada market, a 15-minute walk from Transera. Use Grab or ojek (motorbike taxi, ~15k) from the stop to the hotel.
About Pontianak
Wikipedia ↗
Pontianak, also known as Khuntien in Teochew and Hakka, is the capital of the Indonesian province of West Kalimantan, founded first as a trading port on the island of Borneo, occupying an area of 118.21 km2 in the delta of the Kapuas River, at a point where it is joined by its major tributary, the L...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at kos nelly?
Request a room on floors 3–5 on the side facing away from the main road. The rear-facing rooms here are quieter and, given the 5-floor max, you avoid the top floor heat and lift noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at kos nelly?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street level noise and foot traffic) and floor 5 (direct sun on the roof, potential lift motor hum). Also skip rooms near the front entrance or lift shaft.
Is kos nelly noisy?
Pontianak has heavy scooter and car traffic, especially during rush hours (7–9am, 4–7pm). The hotel is on a main road, so front-facing rooms get constant engine hum. Night markets or late shops can add noise until around 10pm.
Which rooms have the best views at kos nelly?
The rear side gives a view over local kampong rooftops – unremarkable but peaceful. Front rooms look onto the road and shops, so no scenic value.
What are insider tips for staying at kos nelly?
1. Request a room on the rear side (not the street) at booking – call or email, as walk-in may leave you front-facing. 2. If you're sensitive to heat, avoid top floor (5) in the dry season; the AC struggles. Ground floor rooms also run cooler but louder.
What time is check-in at kos nelly?
Check-in at kos nelly is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does kos nelly have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests. Speed adequate for browsing and video calls (approx 10 Mbps). No login: just connect and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at kos nelly?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near kos nelly?
Nasi campur with rice, one meat dish, and vegetables at a simple eatery runs about 20,000–30,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from kos nelly?
Minibus (angkot) fares are about 5,000 IDR per ride; from Supadio Airport, take a shared shuttle or bus to the city for around 20,000–30,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Pontianak?
June, July, and August — the driest months, with lower humidity and less rain, making sightseeing and river trips comfortable. The Equator Festival can draw crowds in late June, but July remains manageable.
Top Attractions in Pontianak
💡 Come at sunset for the best light and cooler breeze. The street food here is cheap—try the local pisang goreng (banana fritters) for about 5000 IDR.
💡 The park gets busy with families on Sunday mornings. Bring a mat and sit under the big rain trees. Nearby stalls sell fresh coconut water for 5000 IDR.
💡 It's busiest on weekends. Arrive early (around 5:30 PM) to watch the street close and see the setup. Most food items are under 15,000 IDR.
💡 Go near 12 noon on an equinox date (March or September) to see the no-shadow phenomenon. Otherwise it's just a quick photo stop.
💡 The entry fee is 2000 IDR (about 10p). Check the ceramic collection on the upper floor—there are pieces from the Ming dynasty found locally. No air conditioning.