What you'll do
From the Kraton to the Borobudur Temple, Yogyakarta is rich in history and culture. No need to worry if you want to vacation in Yogyakarta even on a tight budget! For a budget-friendly stay, follow my recommendations for five budget hotels under 600,000 IDR per night per room:Your itinerary
1. Best Capsule Hotel: Bobobox Malioboro
Bobobox is located right on Malioboro Street. You can choose to stay in a single or king-size bed in either a Sky Room or an Earth Pod. Each futuristic pod features a control panel, AC, mood lighting, Bluetooth music, power outlets, Wi-Fi, and towels. Though high enough to sit on the bed, you still have enough space to stand behind the door. They provide shared bathrooms, free water refill stations, a prayer room, and a rooftop terrace. Bobobox Malioboro (bobobox.co.id), Jl. Malioboro No.39, Sosromenduran, Yogyakarta 55271. Phone: +622745025105.
2. Best Artsy Hotel: Hotel 1001 Malam
1001 Malam, or 1001 Nights, has nothing to do with Aladdin but is an artistic budget hotel with a Javanese touch. Located in the Sosrowijayan backpacker district, this cozy hotel has 16 rooms facing the garden courtyard. Each 15 m² room features antique furniture, murals, AC, Wi-Fi, hot showers, and a balcony. You can also relax on the rooftop terrace, read in the library, or have a drink at the bar. They offer tours and car rentals to explore Yogyakarta and other tourist destinations. Hotel 1001 Malam, Jl. Sosrowijayan Wetan Gg. 1/57, Sosromenduran, Yogyakarta 55271. Phone: +62274515087.
3. Best Reviewed Hotel: POP! Hotel Sangaji
POP! Hotel Sangaji ranks first for budget hotels in Yogyakarta on TripAdvisor today. Managed by the global hotel chain Ascott, it received the 2022 Travellers' Choice Award for its outstanding traveler reviews. With 151 rooms and two meeting rooms, it is suitable for business or family gatherings. Each 15 m² room has a comfortable bed, bathroom, TV, AC, Wi-Fi, and a safe. Although they don't have a pool, their garden is delightful for buffet breakfast. POP! Hotel Sangaji (www.discoverasr.com/en/pop-hotels/indonesia/pop-hotel-sangaji-yogyakarta), Jl. AM Sangaji Kav 16-18, Jetis, Yogyakarta. Phone: +622744469399.
4. Best for Families: Jogja Village Hotel
Jogja Village Hotel adopts a Javanese village theme, as its name suggests. Despite being budget-friendly, its amenities are luxurious. Located in the popular Prawirotaman area, it has ample space for your children to play in the garden or swim in the saltwater pool. They also have a spa, meeting room, movie room, and restaurant. Each 34 m² room features a four-poster bed with mosquito netting, AC, TV, Wi-Fi, electric kettle, bathroom (some with bathtubs), and a terrace with Javanese-style interiors. Jogja Village Hotel (jogja-village.com), Jl. Menukan 5, Karangkajen, Yogyakarta 55153. Phone: +62274373031.
5. Best Eco-Friendly Hotel: Greenhost Boutique Hotel
If you care about the environment, you might want to stay at Greenhost Boutique Hotel. This five-story hotel has over 10,000 hydroponic pods adorning the corridors. Its rooftop has a creative farm delivering fresh vegetables and herbs straight to your plate. Each 19 m² room is unique, designed by different artists, and incorporates various recycled materials. The room includes a TV, Wi-Fi, wardrobe, and bathroom. The hotel offers a pool, meeting rooms, a restaurant with vegan options, and a gallery showcasing local artists' works. Greenhost Boutique Hotel (greenhosthotel.com), Jl. Prawirotaman II #629, Brontokusuman, Yogyakarta 55153. Phone: +62274389777.
