Ambarawa accommodation from NZ$26

The Hills Joglo Villa is positioned 14 kilometres from the main part of Ambarawa. Another alternative is the ibis Semarang Simpang Lima, which is situated 30 kilometres away. Some other hotel options worth checking out around Ambarawa are the Holiday Inn Express Semarang Simpang Lima and the Hotel Ciputra Semarang.

After you've had fun in Ambarawa, ensure you allow time to discover Central Java's other great offerings. Spend time at the ruins in Central Java. Outdoorsy types can also take the time to check out the region's beaches. In this section of Indonesia, energetic types can try their hand at hiking and sunbathing.

25 kilometres from Ambarawa is Semarang, where you can spend a few hours exploring the Lawang Sewu, Diponegoro University and Great Mosque of Central Java. Some of our recommended Semarang hotels are the Crowne Plaza Semarang and Quest Hotel Semarang. Or, you could stay in Solo, 60 kilometres to the southeast of Ambarawa, where you can choose from the Edelweiss Hideaway Solo and Hotel Indah Palace Solo. The Mangkunegaran Palace, Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall and Klewer Market are popular sites to check out for those visiting Solo.

Ahmad Yani International Airport is the most practical airport and is located 30 kilometres away from central Ambarawa. Conveniently located hotels on Wotif are the Crowne Plaza Semarang and the ibis Semarang Simpang Lima.