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The Best Hotels in Yogyakarta, Indonesia- For an Unforgettable Stay

Why You Must Visit Yogyakarta At least Once in Your Life

By Herry van HadyPublished about a month ago 7 min read

The city or more appropriately the province of Yogyakarta, often affectionately known as Jogja is a pulsating city situated in Central Java, Indonesia. 

Also, recognized for its fascinating historical and ethnic background as well as beautiful landscapes, Jogjakarta is among the best areas to visit for tourists.

The city is well endowed with ancient temples such as Borobudur and Prambanan both of which are world heritage sites. 

The town also boasts the palace of the Sultan, the Kraton, which is a unique example of the Java tradition and the art of construction.

You can go on a dining tour where you visit the street of Malioboro, which has numerous shops eating establishments, and massage parlors. 

Yogyakarta is also noted for its traditional dance and music performance tours/centers where tourists are taught the cultural gist of Java.

Enveloped by nature’s beauty, the beach areas in the south part of the city and the young mighty active volcanic Mount Merapi. 

For lovers of natural landscapes and beautiful views, the city is quite suitable because of the many forests and green parks.

Yogyakarta is also reachable by flights, there are daily flights from Jakarta and Bali for instance. 

It’s also has good railway transport systems hence making transport by train from the rest parts of Java easy. 

Once in the city, there are other means of transport that you may use such as Grab, or you can hire a car or motorbike.

The Best Hotels in Yogyakarta

When You visit Yogyakarta of course you need a place to stay, you need a suitable and comfortable place to enjoy your time during your trip to Yogyakarta

So here is the list of The best hotels in Yogyakarta that are recommended by Tripadvisor

1.The Best Hotels in Yogyakarta- Galery Prawirotaman

Located on Prawirotaman Street, near Parangtritis Street in Yogyakarta, it is a gathering place for foreign tourists, only 3 km from the famous Malioboro Street and about 30 minutes to Parangtritis beach.

It is my privilege to be able to spend a night at the Gallery Prawirotaman Hotel in Yogyakarta and let me tell you how impressed I was. 

Situated in the vicinity of the arts and culture quarter this hotel combines the best of comfort and Javanese architecture.

Rooms and Suites

Gallery Prawirotaman Hotel features all the comfort that guests need in the rooms and suites of the hotel.

Every room has a traditional home ambiance with city views local artworks and other accessories. 

These accommodations feature king-size bedding, adequate writing desks as well as Wi-Fi faxing. 

The bathrooms are posh with large tubs, a walk-in shower, and herbal bath products.

Facilities

The facilities present at the hotel allow a good and relaxing time for the guests. 

An efficient fitness center is available and the swimming pool area is good for taking a shower. 

The Gallery Spa & Massage provides a variety of therapies with blends of natural Indigenous products and a customer baking soda touch-up.

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2. GRAMM HOTEL by Ambarrukmo - Formerly Grand Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta

Featuring a refreshing outdoor pool, the GRAMM HOTEL by Ambarrukmo in Yogyakarta sits 2.8 km from Tugu Monument and 4 km from Malioboro Street. 

This 4-star establishment offers round-the-clock reception and concierge services. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the premises.

Guest rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, personal safes, electric kettles, and air conditioning. 

Select units at GRAMM HOTEL by Ambarrukmo offer city views. 

Each room includes a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries.

The hotel serves a daily buffet breakfast. 

The Samara Restaurant, open all day, offers a variety of local and international cuisines. 

For those preferring privacy, 24-hour room service is available. Guests can also enjoy snacks and drinks at the Arcadaz Lounge.

Malioboro Mall is 4 km from the property. Adisucipto International Airport is also 4 km away. 

Car rental and airport transfers are offered for an additional fee.

Couples particularly appreciate the hotel's location — rating it 9.2 for a two-person stay.

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3. The Best Hotels In Yogyakarta -  Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta

Located in the heart of Yogyakarta, The Phenix Hotel Yogyakarta - MGallery Collection offers luxury accommodations in a colonial landmark from 1918.

This 5-star hotel features a spa, a fine-dining restaurant, and spacious rooms with free WiFi. The outdoor pool is large and open year-round.

Boasting classic interiors with intricate Javanese and European elements, the rooms at this property come with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and air conditioning.

Each room is equipped with a mini-bar and a safety deposit box for your convenience. The private bathrooms offer hot shower facilities.

The Phenix Hotel Yogyakarta - MGallery by Sofitel also features a well-equipped fitness center. The hotel provides car rental services and free parking on-site.

For a variety of fine meals, The Paprika Restaurant serves Indonesian, Western, and Chinese cuisine in an open-courtyard setting. Cocktails and fine wines are served in the 1918s Lobby Bar.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Malioboro Street, Malioboro Mall, and Fort Vredeburg. 

The Phenix Hotel Yogyakarta - MGallery Collection is a 5-minute drive from Tugu Railway Station and a 20-minute drive from Adisucipto International Airport.

Borobudur and Prambanan temples are a 1-hour drive from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip

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4. The Best Hotels in Yogyakarta - Manohara Hotel

Located in Yogyakarta, just 2 km from Tugu Monument, The Manohara Hotel Yogyakarta offers 4-star accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a shared lounge, and a restaurant. 

Each room at the hotel boasts city views, and guests can enjoy access to an outdoor swimming pool. 

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service, and free WiFi throughout the property.

The air-conditioned rooms at The Manohara Hotel Yogyakarta are equipped with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a shower.

Each room also includes bed linen and towels.

Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Bike hire and car hire are available, and the area is popular for cycling. 

Malioboro Mall is 4.1 km from The Manohara Hotel Yogyakarta, while Yogyakarta Tugu Train Station is 4.2 km away. The nearest airport is Adisutjipto Airport, 7 km from the hotel.

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5. Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel

Boasting a fitness center, Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel is located in Yogyakarta, just 3.5 km from Tugu Monument. 

The hotel is 5 km from both Malioboro Street and Malioboro Mall. 

Popular attractions like Fort Vredeburg, Scientific Park, and Sultan's Palace are all within 6 km of the property.

All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms at Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel offer pool views. 

Each room features a private bathroom with a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guest rooms also include a desk and a kettle.

Yogyakarta Presidential Palace is 6 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Adisucipto Airport, 5 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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6. The Alana Hotel & Conference Center Malioboro Yogyakarta by ASTON

Situated just a 10-minute walk from the historic Sultan's Palace, The Alana Hotel & Conference Center Malioboro Yogyakarta by ASTON offers a modern stay in the heart of Yogyakarta. 

The property features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi access in all areas, and free on-site private parking for guests who drive. Guests can also enjoy the on-site restaurant.

Each modernly designed room at The Alana Hotel & Conference Center Malioboro Yogyakarta by ASTON is air-conditioned and fitted with a seating area, a fridge, a flat-screen satellite TV, and a personal safe. 

The en suite bathroom has a shower, slippers, and free toiletries. Fresh towels and bed linens are provided. Guests can enjoy views of the city or the pool from their rooms.

The professional and attentive staff at the 24-hour front desk are available to assist guests with laundry requests, car rentals, and airport transfer services, all at additional costs. 

Other facilities available at this property include meeting and banquet facilities.

For dining options, the on-site Noodle Restaurant serves an all-day dining menu featuring Indonesian and Western dishes.

It takes a 20-minute drive from the property to the famous Beringharjo Market and about a 15-minute drive to the iconic Malioboro Street. 

Adisucipto International Airport is reachable within a 30-minute drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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7. Boutique Villa Jogja Senang

Located in Yogyakarta, 5.6 miles from Museum Sonobudoyo, Boutique Villa Jogja Senang offers accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden, and a terrace. 

The property is around 5.8 miles from Sultan's Palace, 6 miles from Yogyakarta Tugu Train Station, and 6.1 miles from Yogyakarta Presidential Palace. 

Fort Vredeburg is 6.2 miles away, and Malioboro Mall is 6.6 miles from the hotel.

Rooms at the hotel come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests also enjoy free WiFi, and some rooms offer a pool view.

 All rooms provide air conditioning, a safety deposit box, and a flat-screen TV.

At Boutique Villa Jogja Senang, you'll find a restaurant serving Indonesian cuisine, with a halal option available upon request.

Tugu Monument is 7 miles from the accommodation, while Prambanan Temple is 17 miles away. 

The nearest airport is Adisutjipto, 10 miles from Boutique Villa Jogja Senang, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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