I highly recommend this if you are touring Yogyakarta and do not want to just stay at the usual hotel but want to be closer to the busy life of the locals. This is the second hotel we stayed at during our visit - the first one we had chosen due to its proximity to Borobodur, but for a city tour and photowalk exploring the market and other attractions, this is a good place to start.
Location - in the heart of the backpackers' district it may be, and as such its within walking distance to some tourist spots you might like to just explore by walking about, or maybe enjoy the dining experience of the restaurants across or near the lodgings. Department stores are also quite near.
If you are a first time visitor and just venture here on your own, you may not easily find this place, because its located in an inner street leading off from the main road. However, once you find it, you will appreciate where its situated - not too near the outside street to be so noisy so its an oasis of peace should you wish for some rest, and at the same time if you want to have a night out then its safe coming back.
Interiors - I really appreciated the way they have designed and furnished the hotel. Attention to detail can be seen with the art on the walls, interesting books, and the varied Javanese-style decorations. Its also very clean and I didn't have any problems with the hot water shower even if we were on the second floor.
Service - The staff are accommodating and service-oriented. I didn't feel bad about being left behind (as my group had earlier flights) and enjoyed my stay for the rest of the day. There is no tv though in the room..but well, if you are in Yogya as a tourist, why indulge in tv?
I didn't try their tour packages, but I think their airport transfer service was much appreciated by my companion who had to leave very early in the morning. I also took the service when it was my turn and it was quickly arranged.
There is a limited choice of breakfast, but its quite healthy and promptly served. This is a definitely a good find and a place to return to should I visit Yogyakarta again.
Room tip: I prefer to have rooms at the balcony instead of on the first floor because I like lounging around on a higher elevation.
