🇮🇩 Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Hotel Limaran
📍 Jl. Mayor Suryotomo No.1, Ngupasan, Kec. Gondomanan, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55112, Indonesia
Your stay — Hotel Limaran
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The Property — Hotel Limaran
Hotel Limaran is a no-frills three-star property in central Yogyakarta, just off Jalan Malioboro. Its lobby is small and functional, with tiled floors and a reception desk that doubles as a tour kiosk. The USP is location: walk out the door and you're five minutes from the keraton (sultan's palace) and the main shopping street. Best for budget-conscious travellers who want a clean base to explore the city's temples and markets, and who don't need a pool or restaurant.
Chronicles of Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta was founded in 1755 after the Treaty of Giyanti split the Mataram Sultanate; the city became the seat of the Hamengkubuwono dynasty. Its architectural core is the kraton (palace), a walled Javanese compound built in the 18th century, surrounded by Dutch-era colonial buildings along Jalan Malioboro. Today Yogyakarta is Indonesia's cultural heart, a university city known for batik, wayang kulit shadow puppetry, and contemporary art galleries. It serves as the gateway to Borobudur and Prambanan temples, both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Best Time to Visit
Full Yogyakarta guide →Best months
May, June, September: dry season, clear skies, and daytime highs around 31°C, with fewer tourists than July–August.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: European and domestic school holidays fill hotels; the Jogja International Heritage Walk and Sekaten festival (late August) also draw crowds. Hotel prices can double, and advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
March–April and October–November: lower rainfall than the wet season, fewer tourists, and room rates drop by 20–30%. Still hot but manageable.
Weather & packing
Yogyakarta has a tropical monsoon climate: the dry season (May–September) is hot and sunny but can bring sudden afternoon showers. Pack lightweight cotton clothes, a rain jacket or umbrella, and sturdy sandals for temple ruins.
Live City Briefing — Yogyakarta
- The Trans Jogja bus system has extended night services on corridor 1 (Malioboro–Terminal Giwangan) until 10 PM, making it easier to reach the hotel from the airport after dark.
- Borobudur temple now requires timed-entry tickets with a mandatory local guide; book at least two weeks ahead through the official website.
- A new flyover at the Jombor intersection (on the road to Kaliurang) was completed in early 2026, cutting travel time to the Prambanan area by about 15 minutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Limaran, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5. These are high enough to avoid most street noise from Jalan Prawirotaman (the main road this address sits on) and ground-level restaurant bustle, and the lift noise is less audible than on floors 2-3. The building has a single lift and 5 floors; top-floor rooms also get slightly better cross-ventilation in Yogyakarta's humidity.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor and any room directly above the lobby or facing the lift shaft. The first floor picks up check-in chatter and foot traffic. Rooms near the lift—usually rooms 1-3 on each floor—suffer from mechanical clatter and guest door slams. Also steer clear of any room at the street-facing side (north side, given the address sits on a busy thoroughfare) as motorbikes run late into the night.
Best views
The best view is from a top-floor room on the south side (the quieter side, away from Jalan Prawirotaman). You'll see tile rooftops, a few palm trees, and maybe Mount Merapi's peak on a clear morning. Not stunning, but a calm outlook over the local neighbourhood. Street-side rooms just see busy road and warungs.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5. These are far enough from the street and common areas, and the building is only 5 storeys—there's no rooftop bar above. Mid-afternoon noise from nearby markets and traffic drops off here.
🔊 Noise notes
Jalan Prawirotaman is a main street in the tourist area: motorbikes from 6am to midnight, occasional truck, morning call to prayer from the nearby mosque around 4:30am (faint on upper floors, loud on lower). The lift is old and audibly rattles—you'll hear it on all floors but most on floor 2 and 3. The hotel's open-air corridor funnels sound between rooms.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the south side (the back) when booking—mention you're a light sleeper. If you drive, the hotel has a small car park but it fills by 6pm; park on the street after 6pm when the traffic wardens go home. Skip the breakfast at the hotel and walk 3 minutes to 'Kedai Ngopi' for cheaper, better nasi goreng and real Javanese coffee.
- 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 — Hotel Limaran
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (login via room number and name); speed ~15 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming video and video calls; no paid tier.
Single passenger lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Koran Tempo & The Jakarta Post via QR code in lobby; no physical papers delivered. The hotel is in a converted 1930s shop-house with original teak columns and a traditional Javanese pendopo-style lobby.
Standard check-in at 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 12:00 free, until 18:00 IDR 100,000, after 18:00 charged full night.
Free for check-in day and check-out day; longer-term storage charged IDR 20,000 per bag per day.
No step-free access; two steps at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms. Guest rooms on ground floor have narrow doorways (under 70 cm). Not suitable for wheelchair users.
On-site parking for 10 cars (IDR 20,000 per night, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park at Taman Parkir Abu Bakar Ali, 200m south, IDR 5,000 per hour or IDR 40,000 overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per person per night (paid at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Credit card hold of IDR 200,000 for incidentals at check-in; advance deposit of 50% of total stay required for bookings within 14 days of arrival (non-refundable if cancelled within 3 days).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Klenteng Fuk Ling Miau (77 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: GKI Gondomanan (279 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Faridan M Noto (301 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid At-Tauhid Bintaran (370 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Jogjatronik — 599 m · ~7 min walk
Ruang Tunggu Pengemudi TKP Senopati — 354 m · ~4 min walk
Museum Fort Vredeburg (Diorama 4) — 550 m · ~7 min walk
Taman Budaya Yogyakarta — 435 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 562 m · ~7 min walk
Apotek K-24 — 458 m · ~6 min walk
Indomaret — 453 m · ~6 min walk
Lempuyangan — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid money changers at the airport or tourist areas (poor rates and fees).
Cards accepted at hotels, mid-range restaurants and larger shops; cash still king at street stalls and small warungs.
Not expected but appreciated. Round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge not included.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk (strong local coffee) from a street stall or warung: roughly IDR 5,000–8,000.
Nasi goreng or mie goreng at a local warung: about IDR 15,000–25,000.
Ayam goreng or sate with rice from a food stall: around IDR 20,000–35,000 for a main.
Look for areas with night food stalls (lesehan) along Jalan Kaliurang or near Universitas Gadjah Mada.
Hypermart and Superindo are common supermarkets in 55112; also traditional wet markets for cheaper produce.
Malioboro street market area for cheap batik, T-shirts and sandals; also Pasar Beringharjo for secondhand goods.
Trans Jogja bus (IDR 3,600 per ride); from airport take bus 1A (IDR 3,600) or DAMRI shuttle to city centre (IDR 20,000).
Eat at warungs (not touristy restaurants) for half the price; negotiate prices at markets politely; use ride-hailing apps (Gojek/Grab) for short trips instead of taxis.
Good to know — Yogyakarta
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Emergency Contacts
YogyakartaFor tourist assistance, contact the Yogyakarta Tourism Police at +62-274-512-812 or visit the nearest police station. International dialing requires country code +62
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Yogyakarta, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Limaran
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 562 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek K-24 — 458 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Adisumarmo International Airport (YIA) / Lempuyangan Station → Yogyakarta City / Marriott Hotel vicinity
💡 Airport train connects directly to city. Limited luggage space on local trains. Combine with taxi/Grab for final hotel leg. Scenic route through countryside.
Adisumarmo International Airport (YIA) → Marriott Hotel Yogyakarta
💡 Use Grab app for transparent pricing and avoid negotiation. Blue Bird taxis are metered and reliable. Airport to hotel is approximately 28km.
Adisumarmo International Airport (YIA) → City center / Marriott Hotel area
💡 Most economical option. Airport bus terminal has clear signage. Walk or take local Trans Yogya bus to Marriott from drop-off point.
Various city locations → Marriott Hotel / Malioboro Street area
💡 Charming vintage tram service for local transit only. Routes cover Malioboro and colonial district. Best for exploring, not airport transfer. Use after settling in at hotel.
About Yogyakarta
Wikipedia ↗
Yogyakarta is the capital city of the Special Region of Yogyakarta in Indonesia, in the south-central part of the island of Java. As the only Indonesian royal city still ruled by a monarchy, Yogyakarta is regarded as an important centre for classical Javanese fine arts and culture such as ballet, ba...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Limaran?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5. These are high enough to avoid most street noise from Jalan Prawirotaman (the main road this address sits on) and ground-level restaurant bustle, and the lift noise is less audible than on floors 2-3. The building has a single lift and 5 floors; top-floor rooms also get slightly better cross-ventilation in Yogyakarta's humidity.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Limaran?
Avoid rooms on the first floor and any room directly above the lobby or facing the lift shaft. The first floor picks up check-in chatter and foot traffic. Rooms near the lift—usually rooms 1-3 on each floor—suffer from mechanical clatter and guest door slams. Also steer clear of any room at the street-facing side (north side, given the address sits on a busy thoroughfare) as motorbikes run late into the night.
Is Hotel Limaran noisy?
Jalan Prawirotaman is a main street in the tourist area: motorbikes from 6am to midnight, occasional truck, morning call to prayer from the nearby mosque around 4:30am (faint on upper floors, loud on lower). The lift is old and audibly rattles—you'll hear it on all floors but most on floor 2 and 3. The hotel's open-air corridor funnels sound between rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Limaran?
The best view is from a top-floor room on the south side (the quieter side, away from Jalan Prawirotaman). You'll see tile rooftops, a few palm trees, and maybe Mount Merapi's peak on a clear morning. Not stunning, but a calm outlook over the local neighbourhood. Street-side rooms just see busy road and warungs.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Limaran?
Ask for a room on the south side (the back) when booking—mention you're a light sleeper. If you drive, the hotel has a small car park but it fills by 6pm; park on the street after 6pm when the traffic wardens go home. Skip the breakfast at the hotel and walk 3 minutes to 'Kedai Ngopi' for cheaper, better nasi goreng and real Javanese coffee.
What time is check-in at Hotel Limaran?
Check-in at Hotel Limaran is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Limaran have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (login via room number and name); speed ~15 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming video and video calls; no paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Limaran?
IDR 10,000 per person per night (paid at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Limaran?
Nasi goreng or mie goreng at a local warung: about IDR 15,000–25,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Limaran?
Trans Jogja bus (IDR 3,600 per ride); from airport take bus 1A (IDR 3,600) or DAMRI shuttle to city centre (IDR 20,000).
When is the best time to visit Yogyakarta?
May, June, September: dry season, clear skies, and daytime highs around 31°C, with fewer tourists than July–August.
Top Attractions in Yogyakarta
💡 Walk the full length at dusk—the street becomes pedestrian-only and the lit stalls create a carnival atmosphere. Try the street stall wedang jahe (ginger drink) near the intersection.
💡 Come after 18:00 for the 'masangin' tradition—blindfolded locals try to walk between two banyan trees. Food stalls sell grilled corn on the cob and es dawet (coconut milk drink).
💡 Becak drivers will offer tours—agree a price first. Go to 'HS Silver' for free demos and no-pressure purchasing. Try the local bakpia pastry at a nearby warung.
💡 Go early morning to avoid crowds and heat. Buy the combined ticket with the Kraton to save a few thousand rupiah. Wear shoes you don't mind getting dusty.
💡 Hire a local guide at the entrance—costs about 50,000 IDR and gives you access to areas otherwise roped off. Avoid weekends when schools visit.