Mataram travel guide
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You're Going to Love Mataram
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.
When to visit Mataram
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″.
How to Get to Mataram
Plane
Although Mataram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Praya Lombok Intl (LOP), which is located 26 km from Mataram. The shortest flight to Mataram from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 17h 25m.
Car
Another option to get to Mataram is to pick up a car rental from Denpasar, which is about 99 km from Mataram. You’ll find branches of TRAC Astra and Avis, among others, in Denpasar.
Airlines serving Mataram
Where to stay in Mataram
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 $280 and up for a 5-star experience.