Golden Palace Hotel Lombok

Golden Palace is one of Mataram's largest hotels, a 12-storey, 198-room four-star property in the Cakranegara district. It is well placed for the city's historic sights, including Pura Mayura and Pura Meru, as well as Lombok Epicentrum Mall and the Islamic Center mosque.

Room categories run from deluxe rooms to junior, executive and presidential suites. Facilities are extensive for the city: a sunset pool, a kids' pool, a spa, a fitness centre, a café lounge, a rooftop garden restaurant and a sky lounge with views across Mataram towards the mountains. Breakfast includes live cooking stations, and the hotel can arrange tours and airport transfers.

It suits families and travellers who want resort-style facilities in town, or a comfortable overnight before an early flight or a trip south. Book via the hotel website or by phone. The rooftop and sky lounge are worth a visit at dusk even if you are not staying, for views across the city lights.