Small Boutique hotels in JAVA

The relatively unexplored island of Java in Indonesia boasts an abundant number of towns and villages portraying the true Javanese culture and wonders. The area of Borobudur is filled with these magical villages and is home to Amata Borobudur, a Javanese boutique hotel offering a full-service spa with massage treatments and relaxing baths. Amata Borobudur has a crisp swimming pool at the center of the property and a restaurant which serves a blend of local and western dishes. Amata Borobudur consists of a mix of bedrooms in the main buildings and individual bungalows ranging from luxury suites to family spaces. The rooms and bungalows have been decorated and designed with traditional colours, artwork, and materials to bring the spirit of Java to each space. The biggest attraction near the resort is the Borobudur Temple, known to be the spirit of the local heritage. The village offers more than this; guests can experience the traditional crafts of the region such as honey farming and the Batik industry.

Located on the lower foothills of the mighty Kawah Ijen, in east Java, Bangsring Breeze is a small boutique hotel offering cosy, spacious accommodation, great food and authentic Javanese hospitality in a quiet, rural location. Standing in lush gardens, and surrounded by teak plantations, this charming retreat is ideally placed for visiting this beautiful area of Java, and is also within easy reach of Bali. With just one Garden Suite, two Villa Suites and two Garden Bungalows, tranquil, relaxing stays are guaranteed at Bangsring Breeze. The hotel boasts a large swimming pool, and also organises an immense range of outdoor activities and water sports. East Java is a mountain-biker's paradise, and Bangsring Breeze offers guests full-suspension mountain bikes, all safety gear and an unmatched knowledge of trails on the slopes and in the caldera of the Kawah Ijen. For water sports enthusiasts, Bangsring Breeze has a fully equipped 11,6-metre catamaran launch, capable of whisking guests to all the best spots for diving, snorkelling, kite and wind surfing, or simply enjoying a fabulous day out on the waves and the beaches. Bangsring Breeze offers a complimentary daily breakfast, and the restaurant also serves a delicious selection of East Javanese, Asian and western dishes, either indoors or on the terrace, with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.

Located in an authentic village setting, a few kilometres from the centre of Yogyakarta, d'Omah Yogya Hotel is a small boutique hotel set in a number of separate compounds, and offers luxurious accommodation, great food and efficient service in a tranquil, authentically welcoming atmosphere. Ideally situated for visiting the fascinating city of Yogyakarta, with the famous Taman Sari Water Castle and the Keraton Yogyakarta palace, d'Omah Yogya Hotel is also the perfect starting-off point for visiting the fabulous temple sites of Borobudur and Prambanan. On-site, guests can enjoy the open-air fitness centre, the Jacuzzi and Sauna, a spa and wellness area, and a five natural spring swimming pools. The hotel also boasts a meeting room and gallery, housed in a totally rebuilt central Java teak-built dwelling. For unique dining experiences, the d'Omah restaurant serves delicious local Javanese, Indonesian and western cuisine, which can be enjoyed in the elegant dining area, overlooking lush green rice paddies, or in the comfort of guests' rooms. On Sunday nights, d'Omah offers Rijstaffel evenings, with a delicious selection of these traditional dishes, accompanied by local Keroncong musicians playing in the background. The adjoining Warwick Purser Gallery offers a range of craft products designed by Warwick, along with a selection of works by young local artists.

Surrounded by lush foliage yet located in the city of Yogyakarta, this boutique hotel welcomes you with the warmth and hospitality of a Javanese home and pampers you with luxurious facilities such as a large swimming pool, restaurant, and spa services. The spacious bedrooms are comfortable with air conditioning and their own private bathroom with a shower and soaking bathtub. Decorated in colorful local style with contemporary comforts like free Wi-Fi internet, TV, and a kettle. Many rooms have an outdoor space such as a balcony, terrace, or outdoor shower. Lounge by the salt water pool or take a refreshing dip. Enjoy a tropical drink at the bar. Relax with a book from their library. Dine at the on site restaurant tucked into the garden nooks at Dusun Jogja Village Inn.

Located in the very heart of the city of Malang, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful colonial cities in South East Asia, Hotel Tugu Malang is a charming boutique property offering sumptuous accommodation, fine food and top-class service in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Standing opposite the 'alun-alun', the main square in front of the main city hall, with a large pond of lotus blossoms and the 'Tugu' historical monument, Hotel Tugu Malang is ideal for relaxing stays in Malang. Within easy reach of all the main attractions of the city, and close to all major transport links, Hotel Tugu Malang is perfect for both business and pleasure stays in Malang. A unique feature of the hotel is its vast, priceless collection of antiques from the Javanese Babah Peranakan culture. On-site activities include bicycle tours around the city, cooking classes with a traditional market visit, Mt. Bromo Sunrise and Savannah Adventures and the Malang temples and city tour. All these, and many more, can be arranged directly at reception. The hotel also boasts a large outdoor pool, and guests can take advantage of a range of treatments and massages at the romantic Apsara Spa. For fine dining experiences, Hotel Tugu Malang is home to a number of unique venues, including the Melati Restaurant, with a classic nostalgic Malang atmosphere, The Silk Road, The Tugu Tea House, the Roti Tugu bakery, and the Ban Lam wine shop and bar. Menus range from traditional Indonesian and Chinese Peranakan cuisine to Dutch and French colonial recipes.

Located in the heart of South Jakarta's buzzing, upscale Kemang district, Kemang Icon by Alila is set in an elegant, modern building. This boutique design hotel offers luxurious all-suite accommodation, personalised service and great food in a chic, hip, high-tech atmosphere. Surrounded by countless art and antique galleries, bookshops, speciality shops, upscale restaurants, clubs, bars and cafés, Kemang Icon by Alila is perfect for both business and pleasure in Kemang and the rest of Jakarta. Kemang is widely recognised as one of the most vibrant, fashionable and trendsetting neighbourhoods in Jakarta, and is popular with both local residents and visitors alike. The city centre, the National Monument, the National Museum, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and many more of Jakarta's most outstanding points of interest are all a short taxi trip from the hotel. Kemang Icon by Alila has just twelve spacious, elegant suites, all featuring luxurious Ploh bedding and the latest high-tech amenities. The hotel also boasts a 16-metre overflow rooftop pool and sunbathing terrace, the perfect place to escape for a quiet moment after a busy day in the city. Kemang Icon by Alila's concierge is available around the clock for insider travel advice, restaurant bookings or taxis, and valet parking is also available. Kemang Icon by Alila's The Edge Bistro serves a delicious range of snacks and light meals throughout the day, either in the air-conditioned comfort of the dining area, or on the poolside terrace.

Enjoying an excellent location in the heart of Central Jakarta, Kosenda Hotel is a striking modern design hotel, combining 1950s aesthetics with cutting-edge 21st century architectural features. This charming property offers a fun and funky escape in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city, and provides luxurious accommodation, an excellent range of food and drink options, and top-class service in an atmosphere of genuine Indonesian hospitality. Ideally placed for both business and pleasure in this spectacular metropolis, Kosenda Hotel is within easy reach of many of Jakarta's most important landmarks and points of interest, including the Grand Indonesia and Plaza Indonesia shopping malls, the National Monument and the National Museum. Other attractions can be reached by taxi, bus, train or bajaj. Aside from its comfortable, elegantly designed rooms, Kosenda Hotel is home to a number of highly individual dining and leisure venues, including the Waha Kitchen, serving modern Asian cuisine under the expert guidance of Australian restaurateur Stewart Gan; the 127 Café, and the exclusive Awan rooftop lounge, which offers a great selection of drinks, tapas and desserts in a unique top-floor setting.

Set in twenty-two hectares of outstanding natural beauty, and surrounded by tropical gardens, a coffee plantation, lush vegetation and eight mountain peaks, MesaStila Resort & Spa is a luxury boutique resort, situated in a number of enchanting buildings, including a colonial railway station and historic Joglo-villas. MesaStila Resort & Spa offers luxurious accommodation, fine Indonesian cuisine and a range of unique activities in an atmosphere of genuine traditional Indonesian hospitality. The perfect spot for unwinding in this delightful region of Java's central highlands, MesaStila Resort & Spa offers a range of unique Javanese experiences on-site, including traditional PencakSilat martial-arts; Javanese wellness therapies; coffee scrubs; Jungle-Gym and TRX training, among many other options. The resort also offers endurance and cycling camps, along with a range of trail running packages and special deals for the Borobudur International 10K and Half Marathon. Guests can also take advantage of an extensive selection of spa services, massages and treatments. For healthy, tasty dining experiences, MesaStila Resort & Spa offers a delicious selection of menus, with the focus on Javanese cuisine based on a wide range of locally grown, organic and sustainably derived produce, much of it from the gardens of the resort and harvested daily.

Perched on a hillside just outside Tanjungan village, and less than three kilometres from the Buddhist temple of Bodobudur, Plataran Borobudur is a luxury boutique resort, standing in lush gardens and surrounded by the tropical rainforest. With just 21 exclusive villas and suites, Plataran Borobudur offers exclusive accommodation and a fabulous range of activities, all within sight of the spectacular Borobudur temple. Ideally placed for visiting the UNESCO World Heritage sit of the Bodobudur temple and the surrounding areas, Plataran Borobudur also offers a fascinating selection of on-site activities, including horse riding, elephant riding, paddy ploughing with buffaloes, Jeep trips, cycling and pottery classes, among many other options. The resort offers a shuttle service to the temple complex, along with village safaris with visits to local craft industries. Guests at Plataran Borobudur can also take advantage of the resort's Padma Spa, with views of the majestic domes of the temple of Borobudur. The resort is also home to two unique dining venues, the Patio Restaurant, with unparalleled views of one of the wonders of the world, and the Kastil, opulent and elegant. Both restaurants serve sublime menus based on regional cuisine and the finest locally sourced, market fresh produce.