The Alana Hotel and Conference Center, operated by ASTON, is a four-star property with 296 rooms on Jalan Mayjen Sutoyo, a short drive from Malioboro Street and from the railway station. It is a practical, upscale choice for travellers who want a swimming pool, a spa and reliable service at a more moderate price than the city's five-star palaces. The hotel is large enough for groups and conferences, which means a lively lobby on weekdays, but the outdoor pool and garden give you a place to unwind. On-site there is a restaurant serving international food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, a coffee shop and a spa with massage. Nearby, within a minute or two on foot, are local eateries serving Javanese favourites such as gudeg, which makes it easy to eat well without a taxi. The location suits independent travellers who want to be near Prawirotaman's cafes and the southern side of the old town, with the Kraton and Taman Sari within a short ride. It is less suited to travellers who want to walk straight onto Malioboro, because the street is a couple of minutes away by car rather than a stroll. For families and groups, the hotel offers a straightforward base with free parking and a range of room types.
Rooms and facilities
Expect comfortable, modern rooms in a business-hotel style, with free Wi-Fi, free self and valet parking and a 24-hour front desk and room service. A buffet breakfast is available for a surcharge, so check what your rate includes. The hotel has one meeting room, a business centre, laundry services and bicycle rentals. Pets are not allowed. The garden and pool are the highlights for leisure travellers, and the spa is useful after a long day of sightseeing.
Location and transport
The property is about four minutes by car from Yogyakarta Station and two minutes from Malioboro, and the Prawirotaman area, known for cafes and galleries, is nearby. An airport shuttle is available for a fee, and the figure quoted by the booking page is per vehicle, so compare it with the airport rail link and ride-hailing before deciding. Yogyakarta International Airport is a long drive away, so allow time. For day trips to Borobudur and Prambanan, ask the hotel to arrange a driver.
Good to know
The hotel is a business and conference property, so weekdays can be busy with groups, and weekend rates are sometimes better. Ask for a room away from the road if you are a light sleeper. Breakfast is paid separately at some rates, and eating at nearby local places is a good alternative. Book early in the school holidays and in the dry season, when the city fills up, and confirm any special needs such as a pool-side room or an early check-in when you arrive.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Spa with massage
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Coffee shop and garden
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Free self and valet parking
- ✓Bicycle rental
- ✓24-hour front desk
Good questions
How far is The Alana from Malioboro?+
About two minutes by car, so a short ride rather than a walk.
Does The Alana have a pool?+
Yes, there is an outdoor pool and a garden, plus a spa with massage.
Is breakfast included?+
Some rates include it and others charge a surcharge for the buffet, so check your rate before booking.
