
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
Malang, ID
0.86 km (0.54 mi) from original
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Malang, ID
0.86 km (0.54 mi) from original
Rooms
9.4Rooms were mentioned as spacious, stylish, and very comfortable.
Cleanliness
8.4There was a mention of a bit of black mould on the bath silicone.
Location
9.4The location was praised for being in a leafy, quiet residential area.
No close alternative was identified for this preference.


Malang, ID
0.59 km (0.37 mi) from original


Malang, ID
0.86 km (0.54 mi) from original
The compared hotels differ by 1.0 km.
Kertanegara Premium Guest House: 0.59 km (0.37 mi)
THE 1O1 Malang OJ: 1.6 km (1.0 mi)
Aria Gajayana
8.3/10Kertanegara Premium Guest House
8.6/10THE 1O1 Malang OJ
8.7/10The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
9.2/10Aria Gajayana
8.5Rooms are repeatedly described as spacious with comfortable beds, though some areas and fixtures feel dated or worn (bathroom fit-out described as tired).
Kertanegara Premium Guest House
8.3Rooms varied in quality; some positive mentions alongside issues like poor ventilation.
THE 1O1 Malang OJ
8.6Rooms generally described as clean and spacious, with some minor concerns about maintenance.
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
9.4Rooms were mentioned as spacious, stylish, and very comfortable.
Aria Gajayana
6.6Several reviews call out bathroom issues (mold in grout, edges needing deep clean) and missing small items (no hand towel) — cleanliness is a clear weakness.
Kertanegara Premium Guest House
7.8Several reviews mention cleanliness concerns including dirty rooms and poor standards.
THE 1O1 Malang OJ
8.3Many reviews mention cleanliness but also reference issues like sagging beds and maintenance concerns.
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
8.4There was a mention of a bit of black mould on the bath silicone.
Aria Gajayana
9.2Multiple guests highlight the excellent location beside the mall and within walking distance of central areas; location is a major plus.
Kertanegara Premium Guest House
9.3The hotel is well-located near the city center and easily accessible.
THE 1O1 Malang OJ
9.1Consistently praised for being close to good restaurants and city center.
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
9.4The location was praised for being in a leafy, quiet residential area.
Aria Gajayana
8.9Service is frequently praised (attentive, kind staff, went out of their way with breakfast boxes), though a few guests reported unfriendly or language-barrier experiences — overall strong but somewhat inconsistent.
Kertanegara Premium Guest House
9.3Multiple reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to the experience.
THE 1O1 Malang OJ
9.1Numerous pros highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
9.9The reception staff were delightful and accommodating, making guests feel welcomed.
Aria Gajayana
—Kertanegara Premium Guest House
—THE 1O1 Malang OJ
—The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
—Aria Gajayana
9.4Breakfast is frequently singled out for praise (large, extensive selection; multiple glowing comments), though a few noted specifics like lack of meat or upkeep issues in the breakfast area.
Kertanegara Premium Guest House
8.3No breakfast mentioned; standard offerings noted for the hotel tier.
THE 1O1 Malang OJ
8.4Mixed reviews on restaurant quality, but breakfast received positive mentions.
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
9.4Breakfast and dining options received positive remarks, especially the Italian restaurant.
Aria Gajayana
6.8Some amenities problems reported (broken fridge, thermostat issues, lack of hand shower/hand bidet, occasional upkeep problems in coffee shop) — mixed to negative on amenities.
Kertanegara Premium Guest House
8.3Amenities like wifi and tea/coffee facilities were appreciated, but there were issues reported.
THE 1O1 Malang OJ
8.6Amenities like the rooftop and breakfast were appreciated, but some critique on the pool temperature.
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
9.4The hotel offered a gym, swimming pool, and good breakfast options.
Aria Gajayana
8.0Guests describe the hotel as a reasonable/solid option with spacious rooms and good breakfast; a few found it a bit spartan but generally good value for the location and offering.
Kertanegara Premium Guest House
8.8Many guests felt it was a good deal for the price considering the location.
THE 1O1 Malang OJ
8.8Guests found the hotel provided good value relative to its quality and offerings.
The Shalimar Boutique Hotel
8.4Some reviews indicated that high noise levels affected the price-quality ratio.
Aria Gajayana
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