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 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 71.6 °F, with an average temperature of 77 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 11″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Mataram, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.
Although Mataram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Praya Lombok Intl (LOP), which is located 16 miles from Mataram. The shortest flight to Mataram from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 18h 40m.
Another option to get to Mataram is to pick up a car rental from Denpasar, which is about 62 miles from Mataram. You’ll find branches of TRAC Astra and Eazyrent, among others, in Denpasar.
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 $21 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $281 and up for a 5-star experience.