Your stay — Moxy
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The Property — Moxy
Moxy Surakarta is a budget-friendly, design-forward hotel that swaps traditional Javanese formality for a playful, industrial-chic lobby — think concrete walls, bold murals, and a foosball table next to the check-in desk. The vibe is social and casual, aimed at younger travellers who want clean rooms, fast WiFi, and a no-fuss bar rather than a pool or spa. It suits backpackers, solo adventurers, and couples who prioritise location and price over frills.
Chronicles of Surakarta
Surakarta (often called Solo) was founded in 1745 as the capital of the Mataram Sultanate after the court moved from Kartasura. Its iconic kraton (palace) and the nearby Mangkunegaran Palace anchor a city that remained a loyalist stronghold through Dutch colonial rule and the Indonesian Revolution. Today Solo is known as a centre of Javanese court culture, batik production, and culinary tradition, but it also has a modern, student-driven energy thanks to Universitas Sebelas Maret. The city balances its royal heritage — gamelan music and classical dance — with a thriving street-food scene and a growing creative economy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Surakarta guide →Best months
April, May, and September — dry months with lower humidity, bright skies, and not yet peak tourist season. Solo’s cultural calendar is active but crowds are manageable.
Peak / festival surge
July–August (school holidays and Sekaten festival in August), plus December–January. Hotel prices at Moxy can rise 20–30% above baseline. The Sekaten fair and Grebeg Maulud procession draw big local crowds.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are sweet spots: still dry, fewer tourists, and prices drop 10–15% compared to peak. November can also offer deals as the rainy season starts but hasn’t fully arrived.
Weather & packing
Solo sits in a tropical monsoon climate — expect intense sun by late morning and sudden, brief downpours even in the dry season. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella, and always carry water; sandals or breathable trainers work best.
Live City Briefing — Surakarta
- The Solo–Yogyakarta rail line added extra daily KAI commuter trains in early 2026, cutting travel time between the two cities to under an hour — ideal for day trips.
- A new pedestrian zone on Jalan Slamet Riyadi (the main boulevard) opened in March 2026, closing a stretch to traffic on weekend evenings for street food stalls and live music.
- The annual Solo Batik Carnival is scheduled for late July 2026 — streets near the city centre will have rolling closures, and hotel bookings in Solo spike for that weekend.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Moxy, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for quick lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street – Surakarta’s main roads can be busy with motorbikes and becaks (rickshaws) from early morning. Also skip any room directly above the lobby bar (likely 1st floor rear) as music and chatter can carry up.
Best views
A rear or side-facing room on 4th–5th floor overlooks the city’s low-rise rooftops and maybe a glimpse of Mount Lawu on a clear day. No major landmark views—this is a no-frills hotel on a busy street.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors, especially courtyard-side or rear-facing rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Jl. Slamet Riyadi or nearby cross-streets (motorbikes, horns, becaks) is the main source; also occasional music from the lobby bar until about 11pm. The lift has a faint mechanical hum on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
Parking is limited – arrive early afternoon to get a spot in their small lot, or use the nearby public parking. Check-in is fast if you’ve pre-booked; ask for a high floor room facing the back courtyard when you check in, as it’s not always assigned automatically.
- 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 — Moxy
Free for all guests, no login required; typical speed 20 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up. No paid tier.
Two lifts serve all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via lobby iPad; no physical newspapers.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (no cost but room subject to availability). Late check-out until 14:00 costs IDR 150,000; after that, full night rate.
Free; stored behind the front desk in a locked room on the ground floor.
Step-free main entrance with ramp; one accessible guest room (ground floor, wide doorways, roll-in shower). Lifts are wheelchair-accessible.
On-site outdoor parking for 40 cars, free for guests; no valet. Nearest public car park is on Jl. Raya Solo-Sukoharjo opposite the hotel, IDR 5,000/hour. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Surakarta does not levy a separate city tax for 3-star hotels; 11% government tax included in rate shown at booking.)
Deposit & card hold: Advance payment of first night via credit card at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Mukmin (143 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al Wustho (705 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Fatimah (900 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Kebonan (911 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Solo Paragon Mall — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Taman Kota Punggawan — 508 m · ~6 min walk
Museum Batik Danar Hadi — 167 m · ~2 min walk
Gedung Wayang Orang — 672 m · ~8 min walk
lapangan kraton mangkunegaran — 839 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank Sukadana — 84 m · ~1 min walk
Apotek Kondang Sehat — 950 m · ~12 min walk
Graha Wisata Niaga — 452 m · ~6 min walk
Solo Balapan — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs or money changers in malls like Solo Grand Mall; avoid airport or hotel counters for poor rates.
Cards accepted mid-range hotels and larger shops; smaller warungs and markets cash-only.
Not expected, but 5–10% for good service in restaurants and small change for hotel porters is appreciated; taxis round up.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of Javanese robusta or kopi tubruk at a warung kopi costs around IDR 5,000–10,000.
Nasi pecel or soto with rice from a street stall: IDR 10,000–15,000.
A main of ayam goreng with rice at a local rumah makan: IDR 20,000–30,000.
Jalan Mayor Sunaryo and around Pasar Gede are popular for cheap sate, martabak, and gudeg.
Superindo and Hypermart are the main budget supermarkets found in shopping malls and larger streets.
Pasar Klewer (traditional market) for batik and cheap clothing; also Matahari department stores for affordable basics.
City bus (Batik Solo Trans) costs IDR 3,500 per ride or IDR 12,000 for a day pass; from the airport (Adi Soemarmo) take bus line 1 or a shared shuttle (Damri) for around IDR 30,000.
Eat at warung tegal (warteg) for filling meals under IDR 15,000. Haggle at markets, especially Pasar Klewer. Buy a refillable water bottle and use refill stations (IDR 2,000–5,000) instead of bottled water.
Good to know — Surakarta
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17992.31 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
SurakartaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Surakarta, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Moxy
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank Sukadana — 84 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Kondang Sehat — 950 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Surakarta Balapan Station (1.5 km from UNS Inn) → Central Surakarta (e.g., Solo City Square or Jogja)
Adi Soemarmo International Airport (SOC) → UNS Inn (Jl. A. Yani, Surakarta)
💡 Book at the official taxi counter inside arrivals to avoid haggling; they take you directly to the hotel. For late arrivals, confirm the driver waits at the exit.
Adi Soemarmo Airport (bus stop outside terminal) → Surakarta Terminal Tirtonadi
💡 Cheapest option but only runs daytime and drops you at Tirtonadi, 10 minutes by ojek or taxi from UNS Inn. The bus is not marked for locals; ask at the airport info desk for the stop.
About Surakarta
Wikipedia ↗
Surakarta (Javanese: ꦯꦸꦫꦏꦂꦠ, Pegon: سوراكارتا), known colloquially as Solo (Javanese: ꦱꦭ, romanized: Sålå), is a major city in Central Java, Indonesia. The 46.72 km2 (18.04 sq mi) city adjoins Karanganyar Regency and Boyolali Regency to the north, Karanganyar Regency and Sukoharjo Regency to the eas...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Moxy?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for quick lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Moxy?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street – Surakarta’s main roads can be busy with motorbikes and becaks (rickshaws) from early morning. Also skip any room directly above the lobby bar (likely 1st floor rear) as music and chatter can carry up.
Is Moxy noisy?
Street noise from Jl. Slamet Riyadi or nearby cross-streets (motorbikes, horns, becaks) is the main source; also occasional music from the lobby bar until about 11pm. The lift has a faint mechanical hum on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Moxy?
A rear or side-facing room on 4th–5th floor overlooks the city’s low-rise rooftops and maybe a glimpse of Mount Lawu on a clear day. No major landmark views—this is a no-frills hotel on a busy street.
What are insider tips for staying at Moxy?
Parking is limited – arrive early afternoon to get a spot in their small lot, or use the nearby public parking. Check-in is fast if you’ve pre-booked; ask for a high floor room facing the back courtyard when you check in, as it’s not always assigned automatically.
What time is check-in at Moxy?
Check-in at Moxy is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Moxy have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, no login required; typical speed 20 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up. No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Moxy?
None (Surakarta does not levy a separate city tax for 3-star hotels; 11% government tax included in rate shown at booking.)
Where can I eat cheaply near Moxy?
Nasi pecel or soto with rice from a street stall: IDR 10,000–15,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Moxy?
City bus (Batik Solo Trans) costs IDR 3,500 per ride or IDR 12,000 for a day pass; from the airport (Adi Soemarmo) take bus line 1 or a shared shuttle (Damri) for around IDR 30,000.
When is the best time to visit Surakarta?
April, May, and September — dry months with lower humidity, bright skies, and not yet peak tourist season. Solo’s cultural calendar is active but crowds are manageable.
Top Attractions in Surakarta
💡 Go hungry. Try serabi (rice pancakes) from the stall at the main entrance for 3,000 IDR. Bargain hard for batik—start at half the asking price.
💡 Entry is free, but donations are welcomed. Allow 45 minutes. Ask the guard to turn on the lights in the back room for the best puppets.
💡 Free entry, but bring small cash for snacks from vendors. Best visited at sunrise (5:30am) when it's cool and less crowded. Avoid Sundays when it's packed.
💡 Entrance is cheap (around 15,000 IDR). Go early on a weekday to avoid crowds and catch the daily puppet show at 10am for free.
💡 Entry is about 25,000 IDR for foreigners—worth it for the quiet gardens. Visit at 1pm for the free guided tour in English. No photos inside the museum.