Bandung : book your hotel

Renowned for its tea plantations and volcanoes, Bandung is a gorgeous city in Indonesia that attracts tourists from all over, every single year and it is easy to see why this city is such a popular destination.

Bandung boasts a rich history and cultural tapestry with a myriad of beautiful historical sites, each of which showcase the truly unique architectural style that Indonesia is famous for.

For those who enjoy sightseeing, Bandung is an absolute pleasure to behold with a wealth of exciting tourist attraction for you to unearth and explore on your holiday.

Being the former capital of Indonesia, Bandung is home to many aspects of Indonesia’s rich and colourful history and as such, you will never find yourself short of excursions and exploration opportunities.

Bandung, also affectionately referred to as ‘the Paris of Java’ due to its Parisian resemblance and charming European atmosphere is located in West Java. To the locals, Bandung is known as ‘Kota Kembang’, which literally translates to the ‘Flower City’. When you arrive and marvel at its irrefutable beauty, you will understand why it is referred to as such.

From high-end luxury and budget hotels in Bandung, to the more economic, boutique hotels in Bandung, this charming destination has a bit of everything.

But, besides kicking back in your 5-star hotel in Bandung, after all of the sightseeing and exploration, what else is there to do?

The capital of West Java Province, Bandung is situated 180km south east of Jakarta. Surrounded by magnificent mountains and active volcanoes there are few places on earth quite like Bandung. Exciting and utterly unforgettable, Bandung might be Indonesia’s third largest city, however it is arguably its’ most attractive. This green region or “City of Flowers” - as locals know it - is home to protected forests, craters, plantations, waterfalls, hot springs and camping areas. A city where the past meets the future, Bandung’s rich colonial architecture is evident throughout the city. In fact, many of its vintage buildings now have a heritage listing. However, it is the city’s famous shopping and dining that really wins over the hearts of tourists. Bandung has an abundance of factory outlets selling well-known brands at cheap prices and more than 560 restaurants.