Kendang Kempul Hostel

You really can't beat this place.

For less than 100,000 Rupiah, you get an air-conditioned room, which works well for one person. It’s pretty basic, though. I’d suggest adding a table or chair and somewhere to hang clothes, like hooks on the wall. Right now, it’s just a bed, mattress, and pillows. For a solo stay, I’d still recommend it over the homestay near BWI station that only has a fan.

There’s just one power outlet, and getting luggage up the very steep stairs is hard. Inside, I found lots of dust and insects. The bathroom is noisy too, with water leaking from above.

The AC gets nice and cold, and this place works for a tight budget at 90k. The parking area has no roof, though, so vehicles get really hot. I’d also suggest replacing the single-hole outlet with an additional one, and adding a small table for belongings and a phone while it charges. The room feels empty once the mattress is in.