Jepara may not be the immediate picture that you get when thinking of Indonesia. But the center of Javanese teakwood furniture carving has a lot to offer those who want something a little less commercial than Bali or Ubud. Just take a flight to Semarang in order to gain access to this coastal city in Central Java, or if you have a little more time and patience, take the bus or train.
Jepara is the entry port to Karimunjawa Marine National Park, a protected marine park that is ideal for snorkeling or diving with diverse marine life, underwater valleys and plateaus, as well as birds and beautiful land mammals. You can also make your way to Mandalika Island and its picturesque lighthouse. You can cover a lot in just a few days’ stay here. If you’re planning to enjoy the beauty of this gateway and its mini archipelago, there are plenty of accommodation options perfect for the backpacker, the seasoned traveler, and the meticulous tourist. Find out where to stay in Jepara, Indonesia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.
1. The Gecho Inn Country (from USD 29)
This Jepara resort is set in the middle of pastoral rice paddies with high-end finishes that combine the feel of a high-end coastal resort with the comfort of a folkloric farm stay. With an intimate and select number of rooms ranging from a Superior Studio to a Cottage King Room, Gecho Inn Country gives you value for your money with spaciously-cut villa types and fantastic furniture laminates as well as facilities including a huge porch/terrace overlooking the rice fields. Some of its facilities include a large pool that’s great for swimming on a warm day. There’s also an in-house restaurant that serves delicious breakfast, or room service, every day. If you want to save up though, The Gecho Inn Country also has a shared kitchen for those who want to just shop from the wet market, and cook their meals themselves. For those who still want to work or at least have steady communication during their vacation, you’ll be happy to know that The Gecho Inn Country has high-speed internet, so you can continue to check up on what’s going on back home even while you feel happy getting lost in the middle of a green paddy.
The Gecho Inn Country
Address: Dukuh Ngesong, Desa Kecapi, RT24. RW04. Tahunan, The Gecho Inn Country
7.74 km (4.9 mi) from Pantai Kartini
2. Jepara Marina Beach Bungalows (from USD 35)
As if the beachfront rooms weren’t tempting and idyllic enough, you’ll be happy to know that Jepara Marina Beach Bungalows is just 10 minutes away from the tourist favorite Kartini Beach where you can lounge all day in the Indonesian sun. You might find it hard to leave the resort itself, or even your room, though. With everything that you need to have a carefree, relaxing vacation, Jepara Marina Beach Bungalows take it up a notch with their Sea View Suites that open up to both the beach and the large pool. All rooms come with their own TV and aircon, as well as a refrigerator and hot shower. You can also have your hearty Western and Indonesian favorites in your very own alfresco dining area. These pleasures are perfect enders after an entire day being out in the ocean with your kayaks and other water sports facilities. The resort can even arrange for you to go fishing or to visit nearby attractions like Karimun Jawa Island and the Portuguese Fort.
Jepara Marina Beach Bungalows
Address: Jl. Undip Raya
2.87 km (1.8 mi) from Pantai Kartini
3. Villa Isabella Putri Bed and Breakfast (from USD 32)
Want a nice home-cooked meal? Villa Isabella Putri Bed and Breakfast is a comfortable and laidback family-run homestay; a refreshing alternative to the more posh hotels in the area. With a bungalow that opens straight to the beachside and a deck that you can easily relax in, Villa Isabella is an authentic Indonesian provincial experience complete with friendly cats and dogs all over the premises. The entrance of the studio apartment, the family room with a sea view, and two out of their six customized rooms are inspired by the Indonesian wood carving tradition Jepara is famous for. Inside, you also have your own dining room, writing desk, and beautiful stained glass details that give off an artistic, hipster vibe. You can rent an old-timey bike to take you around the area too.
Villa Isabella Putri B&B
Address: J. Raya Undip, Teluk Awur RT1/RW1 Teluk Awur Tahunan
3.26 km (2.1 mi) from Pantai Kartini
4. Traditional Javanese home amid nature (from USD 10)
Also known as Setiyo’s Place, this affordable option for your stay in Jepara also gives you access to a traditional wooden Javanese home, complete with stunning woodwork surrounded by trees. With a stunning porch and homey rattan furniture greeting you at the entranceway, the whole feel at Setiyo’s Place is one of comfort and tradition. You can make use of the one private room for rent in the house which has a shared bath. This place is great for backpackers looking for an affordable, authentic option in Jepara.
Top guest reviews
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the room has wifi and a fanabout the bed and toilet basic indonesian style no air con but the temperature is perfectCleanliness:
everything is clean and we were super happy to stay therebeautiful clean and traditional house in the countrysidethe area was nice the room was beautiful and cleanthe house is very clean and tidy while the front yard is well maintainedHost:
setiyo was an amazing host he told us about the localgood stay with the hostvery good place and good hostthe host is very friendly and helped us around whenever he couldsetiyo is a great host willing to help and very communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect place to stay if you like a simple accommodationvery very happy with the place and the house is a peace of art
5. Ocean View Residence (from USD 239)
Imagine having a nice, romantic dinner by the ocean. Ocean View Residence prides itself to be the only hotel in Central Java to have a restaurant by its very own private jetty. But if the place is full, don’t worry. Beach Line Restaurant by the shore is just as beautiful with a tropical, surfer vibe that appeals to many modern travelers. They also have a bar called Breeze Bar Ocean for those late-night cocktails and craft Javanese beer. Small and intimate with only 26 rooms, the whole place is meant to be an escape, complete with all amenities that aim for a relaxing day-off. Get a massage at their Sense and Spa Salon or take a dip at their infinity pool. Whatever the case may be, the Ocean View Residence is a reliable partner in comfort.
Ocean View Residence
Address: Desa Tegal Sambi, Rt 01, Rw 01
1.59 km (1.0 mi) from Pantai Kartini
6. D'Season Premiere Hotel (from USD 33)
Just an hour and a half away from Semarang and just seven minutes away from Kartini Port is the elegant d’ SEASON Premiere with its spectacular view of Panjang Isle. With an intimate setup of 57 well-decorated rooms and suites, all with high-speed internet, d’ SEASON Premiere is an idyllic setting for weddings and other intimate gatherings. It’s ideal for business travelers and MICE gatherings as well with meeting rooms that can hold up to 300 people. Whatever the event, you can bond over beach soccer and volleyball on the d’ SEASON Premiere’s very own private beach. But if that’s a little too crowded for you, make your way to the outdoor swimming pool and its attached “By d'SEA” pool bar.
D'Season Premiere Hotel
Address: Jl. Pariwisata 09 Bandengan, Bandengan, Jepara, Indonesia, 59432
3.67 km (2.3 mi) from Pantai Kartini
7. RedDoorz Plus at Kartini Beach, Jepara (from USD 12)
Samudra Hotel, a RedDoorz-managed property in Jepara, is one of the most affordable and accessible accommodations in the area. Located just a walk away from the Kura-Kura Ocean Park, Samudra Hotel is a great option for families who have kids in tow. It is also just five minutes away from Kartini Harbour, which makes it a convenient option for those who want to go island-hopping to other parts of the Jepara mini-archipelago. Each room is equipped with basics such as a TV, airconditioning, a hot shower, a desk, and your own private bathroom.
Samudra Hotel & Resto
Address: Jl. Pemandian No 8, Kelurahan Bulu
124 meters (408.0 ft) from Pantai Kartini
Comfort and modernity in a provincial setting
As Jepara prepares for more tourism movement, it’s comforting to know there’s still a healthy, diverse mix of homestays and posh hotels in the area, catering to different types of travelers. Depending on your needs, you can have a nice vacation at places like Gecho Inn Country and Jepara Marina. Whatever your needs are, find a good bag of options starting with those in this list of where to stay in Jepara, Indonesia.
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