Best Boutique Hotels in Kalimantan
This guide to the best luxury, boutique, and design-forward hotels in Kalimantan is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
Located in Balikpapan, 4.9 miles from Batakan Stadium, Four Points by Sheraton Balikpapan has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides free shuttle service, room service and luggage storage for guests. The rooms come with a TV with satellite channels, an electric tea pot, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, American and Asian options. At the hotel you'll find a restaurant serving American, Indonesian and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested. Speaking English and Indonesian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock. The nearest airport is Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman International Airport, 0.6 miles from Four Points by Sheraton Balikpapan.
Guest Reviews:
- "About 5 minutes from airport. Staff were very nice. Rooms spacious. Excellent buffet. It was huge." - "comfortable" - "Best ever" - "Clean and comfortable, very nice staff, nice breakfast menu, very good room service menu" - "Clean and modern rooms!" - "Position, great standard room, great restaurant, cold beer" - "Room great. Good service. Received a welcome fruit from the hotel. Newest 4 star hotel in Balikpapan area." - "Breakfast. Clean room."
Very Good
122 reviews
Swiss-Belhotel Borneo is conveniently located near Banjarmasin city center and offers free tours of the floating market. It features panoramic views of Martapura River and free Wi-Fi is available in its public areas. Operating a 24-hour front desk, Swiss-Belhotel Borneo features a gym and meeting/banqueting facilities. Car rental service is provided and airport shuttle can also be arranged at a charge. Free private parking is available. Air-conditioned rooms are furnished with a cable TV, a personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Attached bathrooms come with free toiletries. Experience a unique dining experience at Swiss-Belhotel Borneo, with the restaurant overlooking Martapura River. The restaurant offers exotic local food as well as the finest international cuisine. For temporary fitness facilities cannot be used due to the project and will re open until further notice.
Guest Reviews:
- "lovely hotel nice staff. thank you for your kindness -specially to your front desk team (Mr Petri sorry i'm not sure about the name and other Ms. - i meet at my check out) very nice people. Next travel, i'l be sure again in your property." - "Clean" - "Great location. Breakfast space has expanded nicely 👍 with excellent breakfast!" - "Staff are very polite and professional.It is very quiet .I like the tropical environment of the swimming pool."
Very Good
88 reviews
The modern 4-star Gardenia Resort and Spa in Pontianak provides a free airport shuttle from Supadio International Airport, a 5-minute drive away. Offering earth-inspired accommodations with free Wi-Fi, it also has an outdoor pool and pampering spa that provides massage services. Guests can also enjoy free return airport transfer service. Spacious rooms and bungalows at Gardenia come fitted with cable TVs and mini-bars. Bungalows feature Kalimantan long-house style slanted roofs and interesting wooden fixtures. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow plenty of natural light and scenery through. The Papyrus Restaurant, overlooking picturesque views of the gardens, serves a diverse menu of Western and Asian dishes. Authentic Indonesian cuisine is also featured. Laundry and ironing services are available. Sightseeing arrangements can be made at the tour desk.
Good
13 reviews
