Yogyakarta Indonesia – 11 Hostels, Hotels and Resorts in All Price Ranges
One of the best things about visiting Yogyakarta is that, whatever your budget and preferences, you will find a huge range of options here to suit all tastes as there are plenty of guesthouses, mid range hotels, and high end picks scattered all over the city, especially in the center of town which means that you can also save on transport.
Budget Accommodation
There are a huge range of budget hotels and guesthouses in Yogyakarta as many students come here on holiday and many of these are located in the backpacker district which is located along Jalan Sastrowijayan and the surrounding areas.
1. Yogyakarta BnB
One such place on Jalan Sastrodipuran is called Yogyakarta BnB and this is some 300 meters along from Jalan Malioboro so this is a very convenient place to stay. They have a dormitory which has beds for around IDR 80,000 and private rooms from IDR 190,000. They also serve breakfast and have Wi-Fi.
2. BHUMI Hostel
Another choice, this time on Jalan Raden Ronggo is BHUMI Hostel which has dorms and private rooms. They also have their own organic garden on the property and there is Wi-Fi provided as well as a kitchen which makes this seem like more a homestay than a hostel. They also do a free vegetarian breakfast and you will be close to a range of local attractions in the old part of town known as Kota Gede. Dorm rooms are IDR 60,000 per night while private rooms with air conditioning.
3. Luwabica Art ‘n’ Coffee House
If both of these are full then you may want to try the Luwabica Art ‘n’ Coffee House on Jalan Pugeran Tomur which is more of a homestay than a hotel and, as the name suggests, is based around the concept of local coffee and art work. There is an art gallery on site and they also sell different coffees from all over the archipelago. They have dorm rooms with air conditioning which are around IDR 60,000 per night and private rooms from IDR 120,000.
4. Losmanos Hostel
You can also try Losmanos Hostel which is on Gang Lesmana just off Jalan Tirtodipuran and which is located in a quiet garden which is still close to all the action. Many of the local attractions are easy to walk to from this hostel and they also have a pool, so if you want to cool off at the end of the day then this is a good choice. They also have a restaurant and bar which serves local fare and coffee and they have a dorm here as well as some private rooms. This hostel is built in the modern style and they have clean bathrooms with hot water and dorm rooms are around IDR 60,000 while private rooms are between IDR 110,000 and IDR 165,000, so this is one of the more budget friendly options considering the quality of the facilities. They also run tours to places around Yogyakarta such as Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen.
Mid-range accommodation
If you have a larger budget then you can head for one of the mid-range hotels in the area which offer good value especially if you are traveling as part of a couple or a group and they can work out at around the same price as two dorm rooms or two private rooms in a guesthouse depending on which one you pick. They are also usually located in the centre of town so you are close to all the action.
5. Venezia Homestay
One such choice is the Venezia Homestay which is on Jalan Tirtopiduran which has dorms from IDR 85,000 as well as Superior Rooms which have their own bathrooms, air conditioning and hot water, all with breakfast included. These cost around IDR 275,000 per night and they also run the Venezia Garden on Jalan Surami which has a pool and private rooms from IDR 350,000.
6. Ministry of Coffee
Another good choice is the Ministry of Coffee on Jalan Prawirotaman which is known for its modern decor and clean rooms. As the name suggests, this is also a coffee house and they sell blends from all over Indonesia and also have a restaurant where you can dine on local fare and enjoy the free breakfasts provided. Rooms are around USD 50 per night and come with air conditioning and hot water and this is considered one of the more stylish choices in this price bracket which also allows you to sample a typically Indonesian hotel experience.
7. Novotel
Also in the same price bracket is the Novotel which is on Jalan Jendral Sudirman and which is a four star hotel that is close to the main sights like Jalan Malioboro and the Kraton. They have rooms from USD 50 per night and this is more like a business hotel than the other options in this category. With that in mind you can expect clean rooms with minimal decor and this is a good choice for families or couples.
Top end accommodation
When it comes to top end accommodation in Yogyakarta you can expect to find a series of the typical international chains. One thing to note however is that even though you can expect five star service and facilities, these are usually cheaper than their equivalents in other countries, so if you are looking to splurge then this is the place to do it.
8. Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta
One such chain is the Hyatt Regency Yogyakarta which is located on Jalan Palagan Tentara Pelajar. The reason to stay here is for the views which look out over Mount Merapi and Seribu Mountain and they have a huge pool and some 269 rooms to choose from. There is also a golf course here and a spa and rooms start at around IDR 1,000,000.
9. Sheraton Mustika Yogyakarta Resort and Spa
Similar to the Hyatt is the Sheraton Mustika Yogyakarta Resort and Spa is located on Jalan Laksda Adisucipto and is another hotel that also has stunning views over Mount Merapi. This hotel offers you five star service and was recently refurbished making it one of the top picks in Yogyakarta for anyone looking to splurge. They have rooms here for around IDR 700,000 so this is also one of the cheaper top end options.
10. Villa Hanis Boutique Hotel
If you don’t want to opt for a chain hotel then you can try another option like the Villa Hanis Boutique Hotel which is designed in the traditional Javanese style and consists of a large boutique village on Jalan Palagan. This is close to the centre of Yogyakarta but also has views overlooking Mount Merapi and they have a private pool. There is also a large, lush garden here which is a great place to enjoy the flora and fauna of Java and rooms are priced at around DR 800,000 per night.
11. The Phoenix Hotel
Another choice is The Phoenix Hotel which has rooms from IDR 500,000 and which come with their own balcony so that you can take in the views. The rooms here are designed to reflect both Javanese and European styles and they also have their own restaurant and wine bar which makes a great place to relax in the evenings. They also have a terrace bar which backs on to a large courtyard making this a good option if you want a cheaper top end experience while still enjoying amazing scenery and facilities such as a pool and spa.