Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food and amenities
Cons:
Need for renovations
Some aspects outdated

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Generally clean and well-maintained, but some reviews suggest room for improvement.
Service
8.3
Staff are friendly and helpful, frequently acknowledged for excellent service.
Location
8.34
Conveniently located, central to the city with easy access to amenities.
Room Quality
7.79
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, but some aspects are outdated.
Amenities
7.82
Adequate amenities but would benefit from updates.
Value for Money
7.78
Fair value given the service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Good selection and quality of food, positively reviewed by guests.
Overall Experience
7.8
Overall positive experiences with some areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 23:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Novotel Balikpapan offers elegantly decorated rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and comfortable bedding, providing a cozy retreat for guests after a day of exploration.

Recreational Activities
Guests can unwind and stay active with a variety of leisure facilities including an outdoor pool, fitness center, spa, tennis courts, and a billiard table. Whether guests prefer a workout or relaxation, there is something for everyone.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurants offering a diverse range of cuisines from Mediterranean and Asian dishes to authentic Indonesian food. After a satisfying meal, guests can relax at the Colors Bar with tapas and refreshing beverages.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and luxury at Novotel Balikpapan. Book now to enjoy a memorable stay!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BPN

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 177 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 8.3
Location: 8.34
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 7.82
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 7.8
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Arida couple id
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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jomelc25 Business
10
the room was cozy ensuring comportable stay
Pros:

over all review base on my and experience I'm very satisfied staying in this hotel, the ambinace, the catering department and the reception department they are so polite ang respectful and they are alwast there to assist you once you need them or you need something. food was so delicious, room is very clean and I love the atmosphere so quit and relax. it's very recommneded to my family and friends. job well done to the management and to all staff.
thank you for the excellent service 👏👏👏

2026-08-20 via Tripadvisor
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markopU9277GM Business
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Very pleasant stay at hotel. Personnel in hotel were extremely friendly and taking excellent care. Breakfast had good selection.

2026-08-20 via Tripadvisor
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Daydream14589258603 Family
10
Excellent
Pros:

location in center of balikpapan, rooms cozy, foods really good, services excellent even tho iam locals here 10/10 would come visit later

2026-08-15 via Tripadvisor
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elizak623 Solo travel
10
Balikpapan Novotel
Pros:

Location is great.
My room was very comfortable and clean.
The buffet breakfast was lovely. Very comprehensive in its selection with Indonesian, Asian and western cuisines. Staff are very friendly and every Sunday morning they have a tradional musican perform which was very smoothing and lovely to listen too while having a coffee.

Highly recommend

2026-08-15 via Tripadvisor
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Mimzy solo_traveller au
10
Value for money
Pros:

The Novotel Hotel is located within the city closer to a number of shopping malls. There are a lot of grab cars and bluebird taxis within reach should you need a ride. The streets are safe to walk around especially if you're a foreigner. The people are very friendly, courteous and some of the most respectful human beings on earth. It's a slow pace of life out here on Balikpapan, not like what you'd expect in the big cities. The food is rich and authentic in flavor and you can grab a whole vibe of Indonesian including Asian cuisines when you stay at Novotel. I tell you their buffets are like nothing I've ever come across, they're hearty and it's just so many to choose from. Rooms are clean and spacious, housekeeping do a great job daily to keep your rooms clean. There's no need to worry about your valuables if you don't lock them away, they'll still be left untouched when you get back. There's a deep rich culture and value of respect that's built into the heart and soul of every Indonesian/Balikpapan, hence you will not find any theft of misplaced items in your rooms. The staff are friendly and great to assist, always reach out to them. English is not their main language but they try their very best to communicate, use Google translate if common English words are difficult to understand. The hotel surrounding is quite serene and quiet all day. It's also a reflection of the deep rich cultures and the Balikpapan way of life. They're mostly very quiet and humbled folks yet some of the most kindest, respectful and courteous people on earth. From the potters and concierge staff to housekeeping and restaurant team, everyone works together in harmony to make your stay comfortable. You are treated with the utmost respect. When you're there and require any assistance, ask for Aknofa whose very well acquainted with English. You get value for your money when choose to stay at the Novotel

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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RelativeTech1C13 Business
10
Value for money
Pros:

The Novotel Hotel is located within the city closer to a number of shopping malls. There are a lot of grab cars and bluebird taxis within reach should you need a ride. The streets are safe to walk around especially if you're a foreigner. The people are very friendly, courteous and some of the most respectful human beings on earth. It's a slow pace of life out here on Balikpapan, not like what you'd expect in the big cities. The food is rich and authentic in flavor and you can grab a whole vibe of Indonesian including Asian cuisines when you stay at Novotel. I tell you their buffets are like nothing I've ever come, they're hearty and it's just so many to choose from. Rooms are clean and spacious, housekeeping do a great job daily to keep your rooms clean. There's no need to worry about your valuables if you don't lock them away, they'll still be left untouched when you get back. There's a deep rich culture and value of respect that's built into the heart and soul of every Indonesian/Balikpapan, hence you will not find any theft of misplaced items in your rooms. The staff are friendly and great to assist, always reach out to them. English is not their main language but they try their very best to communicate, use Google translate if common English words are difficult to understand. The hotel surrounding is quite serene and quiet all day. It's also a reflection of the deep rich cultures and the Balikpapan way of life. They're mostly very quiet and humbled folks yet some of the most kindest, respectful and courteous people on earth. From the potters and concierge staff to housekeeping and restaurant team, everyone works together in harmony to make your stay comfortable. You are treated with the utmost respect. When you're there and require any assistance, ask for Aknofa whose very well acquainted with English. You get value for your money when choose to stay at the Novotel

2026-08-07 via Tripadvisor
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Gyula JOZSEF couple hu
8
Központi hotel, szép tiszta szoba. Kedves személyzet, hatalmas, választékos büfé reggeli.
Pros:

Közel a központhoz. Tiszta szoba, kedves személyzet, kiváló reggeli. Élmény volt minden reggel , reggelizni.
Különösen Tjamera úr volt nagyon kedves és szolgálatkész. Köszönjük neki!
A medence tiszta, igaz kevés a napozóágy.

Cons:

Olyan nem volt.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
L
Lau Kong solo_traveller au
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
M
macp220 Solo travel
10
Best Hotel in Balikpapan
Pros:

Very good experience and the staff are accomodating. Special mention to Kadek, Tjandra, and Linda for assissting me in the food exhange area where I ate everyday and never failed to dissapoint with the food

2026-07-15 via Tripadvisor
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RRA37 solo_traveller ae
7
Pros:

spacious.
good breakfast.
nice view.
nice location.
good hotel amenities.

Cons:

feels a bit old.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Dita solo_traveller se
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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rodrigopR8350EJ Business
8
Satisfied
Pros:

Very good and well taken care.

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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Clive couple nl
7
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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nurdians2026 Business
10
Very Satisfied
Pros:

So Far, The Novotel Hotel is The Best Hotel for staying in Balikpapan.

2026-06-14 via Tripadvisor
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YI-LU extended_group tw
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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ADEYEMI solo_traveller ng
8
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
J
josette extended_group nl
5
matig
Pros:

personeel was heel vriendelijk

Cons:

de rest

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Leon solo_traveller nl
5
Smerig zwembad, slecht werkende airco, zeezicht, vlakbij winkels, restaurants, zee, fijn bed, onbetrouwbare roomservice.
Pros:

Zeezicht vanuit kamer, op loopafstand van winkels, restaurants (pasar malam op pleintje in de straat), zee. Fijn bed. Speels ontwerp badkamer-en-suite met groot raam.

Cons:

Onderhoud laat te wensen over! Slecht werkende airco. Zwembad liet men zo vies worden dat er groene/bruine troep in dreef en het meerdere dagen onbruikbaar was. Geen adequate reactie en oplossing vanuit personeel bij bovenstaande! Onbetrouwbare roomservice.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Spindoctor8 Business
10
Exceptional Friendliness and Service
Pros:

I had a great stay at Novotel Balikpapan. The hotel is clean, comfortable, and well-located, making it convenient for both business and leisure trips.

Special thanks to Dewi and Jeremia at the reception for their warm, friendly, and professional service. They made the check-in process smooth and were very helpful throughout my stay.

Overall, a very pleasant experience and highly recommended.

2026-04-30 via Tripadvisor