Mataram

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Mataram which includes a pond and a temple or place of worship as well as a couple
Mataram which includes a temple or place of worship
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Mataram
Mataram

With water palaces, temples, markets and museums, Lombok’s laid-back capital has plenty to rewards travellers who choose to linger.

Lombok’s capital, Mataram, offers royal palaces and playgrounds, temples, markets and parklands. While many visitors use it simply as a transit point, the city has enough provincial and cultural charms to reward those who linger.

Explore Lombok’s rich history and culture at the Museum Negeri. The museum houses thousands of fascinating items such as masks, fabrics and traditional weapons.

Browse the stores and stalls of Mataram Mall, four floors of clothing boutiques, electronics stores and food outlets. For a more old-school Asian feel, wander through the markets and small independent stores at Cakranegara. Here, you’ll find pearl shops, gold stores and retailers selling sporting goods, fabrics and handicrafts.

Spend an hour or two at the Mayura Water Palace, built in 1744 as the administrative centre of Balinese royal court. Relax by the large artificial lake and lotus pool. Then walk over to the floating pavilion that was once a law court and meeting place.

Just across the road is Pura Meru, the largest temple in Lombok. Soak up the lavish decor of this elaborate Hindu place of worship. The temple complex, dedicated to the gods Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva, contains three courtyards and more than 30 shrines.

Check out the former royal playground at Narmada Park in Lembuak. This garden is about 10 kilometres (6 miles) east of Mataram and contains a Hindu temple, swimming pool, small lakes and attractive lawns. Stop by the “Fountain of Youth”, so named because its spring waters from Mount Ringani were believed to confer a long life on those who drank from it.

Situated on the western side of Lombok Island, Mataram is approximately 39 kilometres (24 miles) from Lombok International Airport. To get around the city take the regular shuttle bus, hail a taxi or hire a car or motorcycle. Other modes of transport include small minibuses called “bemos” and horse-drawn carts called “cidomos”.

favehotel Langko Mataram - Lombok
favehotel Langko Mataram - Lombok
3 out of 5
Jl. Langko no. 21-23, Mataram, Lombok
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mataram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Islamic Center NTB and ...
"As soon as I got to my room I saw that the 3 in 1 soap dispenser was nearly empty, so I requested that they fill it up. They came to the room and told me they filled it, but they actually didn't, and half way through my shower I ran out of soap. The floor had many black hairs on it, and since my ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

favehotel Langko Mataram - Lombok
Aston Inn Mataram
Aston Inn Mataram
4 out of 5
Jalan Panca Usaha No 1, Mataram, Lombok
The price is RM113 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
RM113
RM137 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mataram. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Mataram Mall and Pura Meru ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (115 reviews)
"Stayed for 5 nights. The receptionist who helped us checked in was very nice. Ahe also recommended to rent a motorcycle so we can explore anytime we wanted to go out. Without the motorbike, I dont think we would have seen Lombok's natural beauty and its villages. Our overall experience was unforgettable. ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Aston Inn Mataram
Swiss-Belcourt Lombok
Swiss-Belcourt Lombok
3 out of 5
Jl. Raya By Pass BIL Km. 2 Praya, Lombok, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia, Praya, Nusa Tenggara Barat
The price is RM95 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
RM95
RM115 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Praya Barat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge).
8.6/10 Excellent! (27 reviews)
"A good hotel close to Lombok Airpot. Good food and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

Swiss-Belcourt Lombok
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sundancer Residences & Villas Lombok
Sundancer Residences & Villas Lombok
5 out of 5
Jalan Pandanan, Dusun Pandanan, Sekotong Barat, West Nusa Tenggara
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sekotong Barat. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Elak Elak Beach and Sekotong ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
Fantastic place
"Fantastic place would highly recommend, huge pool and has a great beach area as well. Very friendly staff, we did a couple of the day trips by boat which was highly enjoyable. Very big rooms, everything was modern and the food menu was great"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Sundancer Residences & Villas Lombok
BASK GILI MENO
BASK GILI MENO
3.5 out of 5
Gili Indah, Pemenang, Gili Meno, West Nusa Tenggara
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Gili Meno. Enjoy free WiFi, private plunge pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Gili Trawangan Ferry Terminal ...
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Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

BASK GILI MENO
Lombok Souls
Lombok Souls
3.5 out of 5
Jl. Dusun Lendang Luar, Senggigi, Nusa Tenggara Bar.
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Senggigi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Senggigi Beach and Bangsal Harbor are located ...
Lombok Souls
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Mataram is a lovely place and we hope we can come back again and again

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

You have to go there if you need your visa renew