What's Balikpapan like for family-friendly vacations?
The budget-friendly destination of Balikpapan is a great choice if you’ve been considering a vacation with the kids. The swimming spots, soccer matches, and wildlife are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Take to the air and fly into Balikpapan (BPN-Sepinggan Intl.), which is located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Balikpapan?
Novotel Balikpapan is a hotel with a children’s pool and 2 restaurants, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Ibis Balikpapan is another good option for your family trip.
How many family-friendly hotels should I expect to find in Balikpapan?
Expedia has 22 hotels in Balikpapan that are perfect for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Balikpapan?
The hottest months are usually October and April with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Balikpapan are April, March, December, and January, with each month seeing an average of 12 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Balikpapan?
While you are vacationing in Balikpapan, you and the family might want to see interesting spots such as E Walk and BSB Beach. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Plaza Balikpapan and Ruko Bandar.
Recent reviews of Balikpapan hotels
Expedia verified reviews
3/5 Okay
"It was a one night layover between flights but I booked the hotel because it is close to the airport and advertised room service from an advertised restaurant and bar. After travelling for most of the day I was looking forward to a nice dinner and a glass of wine, but there was no bar as noted in the listing. The front desk was also not able to provide converter plug to accommodate my electrical devices, decovered there were no towels in my room after I had already showered, and at midnight, there was a knocking on my door enough to wake me up, when I opened the door the gentleman handed me a towel. I was so over this hotel by that point I just took it and closed the door and went back to bed to sleep before my flight the next morning. Really felt the room was not cleaned before I got there, bedding seemed okay but the carpet was not vacuumed and the bathroom counter was not cleaned. These were just the really obvious things. "
A verified traveler stayed at Grand Tjokro Balikpapan
"They call me Papa, after many stays they are Family now.. in the restaurant they order my food, papa cannot have this..not good for you..the girls are my Daughters now so i go buy chocolate bars for them for taking care of me.. the rooms are all spacious, large comfortable bed, couch, big screen tv, many channels, the bathroom is big enough to move around in comfortably.. there is kitchenette in the room, Large refrigerator, not mini fridge.. the pool is large, clean and great fun… the cake shop has great deserts..ENAK !!! the guys at parking entrance are very nice and friendly, finally trained them…call me Tom..not sir.. the front desk staff is great.. very polite, Efficient and friendly.. Housekeeping staff does a great job also.
the Woman who runs the hotel, Mami Vika is very pleasant and loved by her staff. for me when i am in Balikpapan this is literally Home !
thanks to every single person there for all the love..🙏🙏"
A verified traveler stayed at Golden Tulip Balikpapan Hotel & Suites