With a population of 318 674, Mataram is the largest city in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Mataram deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mataram in December, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 280 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Mataram, with an average rainfall of 19 mm.
Although Mataram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Praya Lombok Intl (LOP), which is located 26 km from Mataram. Bali Ngurah Rai Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from AirAsia X, KLM, Malaysia Airlines and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Mataram from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 2h 55m.
From 5-star hotels such as the The Lombok Lodge Suites & Private Villas to great affordable options like the Sunsethouse Lombok, Mataram offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,189 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay RM 4.30 per litre in Mataram (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 51.57 and RM 68.76.