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Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Medan (71% of total searches to North Sumatra). The next most popular destinations are Parapat (14%) and Berastagi (11%). Searches for hotels in Pematangsiantar (3%) are also popular.
KAYAK users have found double rooms in North Sumatra for as cheap as $6 (Medan) in the last 3 days. The average price is $49.