The Best Cheap Hotels in Sumatra from $2 - Sumatra Cheap Hotels

Our top choices for Sumatra cheap hotels

A lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, a coffee maker, and a water bottle.

A conference room with a long table, white chairs, water bottles, and a whiteboard.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central bar area, and potted plants.

1. Anara Sky Kualanamu Hotel

Medan

Ross

$35 nightly

$40 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

A building with multiple windows and a flat roof.

An outdoor patio with tiled flooring, green and red chairs, and two green umbrellas.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Hotel Graha Wisata" and a clock above it. There are three stools in front of the desk, and a wooden cabinet with shelves behind it.

2. Graha Wisata

Kotabumi

$12 nightly

$14 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A symmetrical building with a central courtyard, featuring a row of rooms on either side, a central pathway, and a small garden area.

A multi-story building with balconies, white exterior walls, and a tiled floor.

A room with a wooden table, a laptop, and a vase with flowers.

A small, clean room with a single bed, a wooden door, and a tiled floor.

3. Hotel O Pondok Anie SyariahNearJembatan Siak

Pekanbaru

$2 nightly

$2 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-level indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A modern interior with a seating area, decorative panels, and a row of wooden sculptures.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area by the window, a round table, and a decorative wall mural.

4. Mercure Bengkulu

Bengkulu

Terry

$41 nightly

$45 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious dining area with wicker furniture, a central bar, and large windows offering a view of trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a shower area.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, red and blue seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern living room with two sofas, colorful cushions, a coffee table, and abstract art on the wall.

5. Ayola First Point Hotel Pekanbaru

Pekanbaru

KHAIRUL RIDHA

$21 nightly

$24 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a floral arrangement.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and blue exterior lighting.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a kitchen area with shelves, and a bright interior.

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.

6. Hotel Rangkayo Basa Padang Panjang

Padang Panjang

$20 nightly

$22 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A narrow corridor with wooden flooring, benches, and a broom leaning against the wall.

A small, dimly lit room with a single bed, a window with a red frame, and a concrete floor.

A narrow corridor with a motorcycle parked at the end. The corridor has blue walls with red trim and a concrete floor.

A small, dimly lit room with a single bed, a small table with a pillow, and a wall-mounted fan.

7. Hotel O Barak Tambunan NearBelawan Port

Medan

$3 nightly

$3 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A covered parking area with a metal roof, concrete floor, and multiple doors.

A neatly made bed with white linens in a room with a tiled floor and a dark headboard.

A staircase with a handrail leading to a landing.

A building with a covered parking area, a motorcycle, and a pickup truck.

8. Hotel O Fathir Homestay SyariahNearRM Raso Situjuah

Pekanbaru

$5 nightly

$6 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

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Discover cheap things to do in Sumatra

In Sumatra, budget-conscious travelers can experience the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes without breaking the bank. Start your adventure in Bukit Lawang, where you can embark on a thrilling trek through the Gunung Leuser National Park, home to the critically endangered Sumatran orangutans. Guided tours are quite affordable, and the experience of seeing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is priceless. Next, explore Lake Toba, the largest volcanic lake in the world, where you can enjoy free activities like swimming in its crystal-clear waters or hiking the surrounding hills for breathtaking views. For a taste of local culture, visit the bustling markets in Medan, where sampling street food like Nasi Goreng (fried rice) and Soto Medan (traditional soup) costs just a few dollars and offers a delightful culinary experience. Don't miss the beautiful beaches in Padang, a perfect spot for sunbathing and relaxing, often free of charge. For accommodation, consider staying in the charming area of Bukit Lawang, where budget-friendly guesthouses offer comfortable lodging with attentive service and easy access to the park's trails. This combination of affordable activities and quality lodging ensures that your trip is both enjoyable and economical.

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Best tips to find a cheap hotel in Sumatra

If you're looking to travel to Sumatra on a budget, you'll be happy to know that you can find hotels for as low as $2. Of course, that price is affected by amenities, star rating, and even the time of year you visit. At most, hotel prices can be as high as $63. Staying a short amount of time in Sumatra is an effective way to reduce hotel costs.
When you cut your vacation down to just a few days, you don't have to worry as much about hotel prices since you don't have that many nights to stay. For budget hotels in Sumatra, 3 to 4 days should be all the nights you need. That's generally enough to enjoy the city's top attractions, though there's certainly enough to do to warrant a week-long trip.
When booking cheap hotel rooms in Sumatra, it's typically best to book about 3 weeks in advance. Book further in advance than that and you could be paying too much for your room, as hotels will often overestimate future demand. However, if you wait too long, you might find that the hotel has been completely booked.
When you utilize search filters on Expedia, you'll be able to narrow down your results in a flash. These search filters cover a wide variety of factors you may be interested in when it comes to finding a cheap hotel in Sumatra, including amenities such as Free Breakfast, 2-star rating, or proximity to local attractions. You can even set filters for price limits to ensure that all the displayed results are within your budget.

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Our top choices for Sumatra cheap hotels

1. Anara Sky Kualanamu Hotel

2. Graha Wisata

3. Hotel O Pondok Anie SyariahNearJembatan Siak

4. Mercure Bengkulu

5. Ayola First Point Hotel Pekanbaru

6. Hotel Rangkayo Basa Padang Panjang

7. Hotel O Barak Tambunan NearBelawan Port

8. Hotel O Fathir Homestay SyariahNearRM Raso Situjuah

9. PRIME PARK Hotel Pekanbaru

10. Hotel O 889 Syariah Banda Aceh

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