Novotel Balikpapan Hotel
📍 Jalan Brigjen Ery Suparjan No. 2 • ✈️ 110.2 km from AAP (APT Pranoto Airport) (2–3 hours drive)
Field Verdict & Stay Logistics
Novotel Balikpapan Hotel is a 4-star charming retreat in Balikpapan & IKN. Guests award it a strong 8.3/10 across 1,381 verified reviews. The property is approximately a 2–3 minute drive from the airport (around 851.2 km).
The Vibe & Curator's Overview
An atmospheric stay immersed in the authentic character of Mahakam River & Dayak Heartland, offering travelers refined spatial comforts, attentive service, and seamless connectivity to nearby cultural and coastal highlights.
At Novotel Balikpapan Hotel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests.
Gojek, Grab & Blue Bird taxis fully active 24/7 and ️ Coastal Bayfront & Mangrove Estuary.
What to Know Before You Book
Practical, on-the-ground details to help you plan the perfect stay.
Total 198 rooms across 9 floors . Opened in 2006. Features contemporary tropical architecture and standard air-conditioned suites.
Gojek, Grab & Blue Bird taxis fully active 24/7. Dedicated scooter parking on-premise. Accessible via established arterial roads.
Tranquil Countryside Retreat. Located 110.2 km from AAP (APT Pranoto Airport) (approx. 2–3 hours drive).
Equipped with high-speed wireless fiber internet suitable for Zoom calls and remote work. In-room work desks and quiet garden seating corners available.
Coastal Bayfront & Mangrove Estuary. On-site pool facilities available for guest leisure and relaxation.
Orderly & Modern Coastal City. Optimal for travelers seeking peaceful nocturnal sleep away from nightclub strip subwoofers.
Part of our Signature Collection collection with a guest score of 8.3/10 based on 1,381 reviews. Delivers high quality, comfort, and memorable Indonesian hospitality in Balikpapan.
🍽️ Curated Dining Venues on Property
Verified Dining Guide
The Square Restaurant
Renowned for Kepiting Dandito pepper crab, soto Banjar, and grilled Australian ribeye steaks.
Mahakam Restaurant
Renowned for Pan-Asian seafood specialties, dim sum, and wok-seared delights.
The Lounge & Bar
Refined cosmopolitan ambiance with ocean breezes, featuring signature creations including Borneo Sunset martini and premium Indonesian single origin coffees.
Pool Bar
Breezy sundeck setting with coastal views, featuring signature creations including Frozen mango daiquiri and chilled lagers.
About Novotel Balikpapan Hotel
Novotel Balikpapan Hotel presents a distinguished hotel operating within Accor Hotels, celebrated for its relaxed atmosphere and refined hospitality. The property benefits from a vibrant metropolitan quarter, providing an immediate sense of calm and composed retreat from the surrounding energy. Its visual identity centers on sleek contemporary design with grand proportions, clean lines, and an inviting light-filled layout, welcoming arriving travelers into an environment that balances spatial privacy with authentic warmth.
Comprising 198 thoughtfully appointed living spaces, the guest rooms and suites are designed with an emphasis on spatial generosity, restful comfort, and residential warmth. Warm wooden furnishings, soft neutral tones, and artisanal decorative accents create a soothing interior aesthetic. Each accommodation includes plush bedding dressed in fine linens, dedicated seating areas, and generous windows framing verdant gardens or skyline horizons. En-suite bathrooms are finished to an exacting standard, equipped with deep-soaking bathtubs, separate walk-in rain showers, and natural botanical bath amenities.
Guest recreation revolves around a refreshing swimming pool surrounded by landscaped gardens, offering an ideal setting to unwind under the tropical sky. Wellness pursuits are anchored by In Balance Spa and Holistic wellness sanctuary offering Borneo herbal oil massage, Traditional Dayak spice body wrap, Hot stone muscle relief, Revitalizing facial in tranquil private suites., offering restorative massages, rejuvenating therapies, and fitness spaces. Culinary experiences unfold across dedicated on-property dining venues, featuring The Square Restaurant for All-day alongside Mahakam Restaurant for Fine, complemented by inviting lounge spaces for light refreshments and evening beverages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Practical, verified answers regarding transit, booking logistics, and stay policies at Novotel Balikpapan Hotel.
Novotel Balikpapan Hotel is located in an area with "Gojek, Grab & Blue Bird taxis fully active 24/7". Standard app-based ride-hailing services are generally available for local travel throughout the area.
Novotel Balikpapan Hotel is located approximately 110.2 km from APT Pranoto Airport (AAP), with an estimated driving time of 2–3 hours drive under typical traffic conditions.
The property setting is classified as "Tranquil Countryside Retreat". Ocean water safety along this sector is rated as "Coastal Bayfront & Mangrove Estuary". Guests are encouraged to observe on-site safety guidelines and seasonal flag warnings.
Standard check-in begins at 03:00 PM and check-out is required by 12:15 PM. Requests for early check-in or late departure are subject to availability upon arrival.
Curated Neighborhood Culinary Highlights
Celebrated culinary salons, oceanfront bistros, and iconic establishments within stroll or short transit of Novotel Balikpapan Hotel.
also available at the coffee shop at Hotel Mega Lestari
An evocative on-premise culinary atelier at Hotel Mega Lestari, pairing Indonesian Specialties & International Cuisine with refined island hospitality.
The Terrace Lounge at Hotel Mega Lestari
An evocative on-premise culinary atelier at Hotel Mega Lestari, pairing Artisan Cocktails, Light Bites & Refreshments with refined island hospitality.
d'primahotel Restaurant at d'primahotel Bandar Balikpapan
An evocative on-premise culinary atelier at d'primahotel Bandar Balikpapan, pairing Indonesian Specialties & International Cuisine with refined island hospitality.
Le Jardin Restaurant at Gran Senyiur Hotel
Grand all-day dining restaurant serving international buffets, Asian specialties, and local East Kalimantan favorites.
Curated Neighborhood Spas & Restorative Sanctuaries
Distinctive luxury day spas, holistic healing ashrams, and thermal bathhouses within easy reach of Novotel Balikpapan Hotel.
In Balance Spa at Novotel Balikpapan Hotel
Holistic wellness sanctuary offering Borneo herbal oil massage, Traditional Dayak spice body wrap, Hot stone muscle relief, Revitalizing facial in tranquil private suites.
Hotel Wellness & Spa at Hotel Mega Lestari
An evocative on-premise wellness atelier at Hotel Mega Lestari, offering holistic relaxation, signature therapies, and restorative island botanicals.
d'primahotel Wellness & Spa at d'primahotel Bandar Balikpapan
An evocative on-premise wellness atelier at d'primahotel Bandar Balikpapan, offering holistic relaxation, signature therapies, and restorative island botanicals.
Senyiur Spa at Gran Senyiur Hotel
Full health club, outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool, steam and sauna, signature traditional Javanese and Balinese massage.
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