Balikpapan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)

Room is quite big, but not comfortable as I expected for 4 star hotel, inside quite old and tower dirty. #bring your international plug if you are foreigners else hotel don’t have any plug to borrow me, walk to nearby shop also can’t buy an international plug, luckily we have power bank. #bring your water bottle

pacific hotel balikpapan

Hi this hotel is in the center of balikpapan city, near the first mall in balikpapan, near hospital, it's easy to find street food arround this hotel, the rate also not too pricey, overall it's a good place for staycation 😊 #beautifulhotel

Laowomaru Beach in Fodo Village

Laowomaru Beach is both beautiful and exotic. It features clear seawater, white sand, and lush coconut trees. Due to the presence of those shady trees, the atmosphere feels refreshing and soothing! The next interesting view is the local kids who often come to the beach, running around on the coast and look for small animals on the site. What is more? Several local food stands (warung) are available where tourists can buy some foods and drinks, especially seafood. The view of the Indian Ocean is seen clearly from the site, including the mesmerizing waves. The sea scenery looks exotic and it might impress the visitors, for sure. Aside from sightseeing, such beauty of the beach becomes a worthy object for photography as well. Therefore, do not forget to carry a camera or simply use the smartphone’s camera feature to capture such stunning landscape. As for the tip, make sure to come during either the sunrise or sunset. #beachvacation #urbanexplorer #uniquelodging

Getting There - Balikpapan airport Attractions - Island hopping - Diving for Manta, Swim with stingless jellyfish and local Indon Cusine

Kemala Beach, Balikpapan City

Kemala Beach in one of the famous family beach in Balikpapan. The sands and the water are so clean. Many elders and youngsters coming over the weekend especially in the evening hours. We have so much fun playing with the sands and water and definitely a must visit place. #christmasgiveaway #beachlife