Mataram: Guide de voyage, prix et hébergement gratuit · 2026

You depend on a rented scooter from Cakranegara or metered taxis to get around, because horse carts and stopping bemos clog the thoroughfares.

Mataram (city) · CC BY-SA 4.0

À propos du lieu

Actuellement sur placeMataramcoucher du soleil 18:11

EntréeChoisissez un passeportLa réponse dépend du passeport.

Lieux sur la carte3

Taux de change17 823 Rppour 1 $IDR — la monnaie du paysau 18 sept. 2026

Langue sur placeIndonesianofficial language

Langue localeexpressions

Star-rated hotels and travel agencies: English and Indonesian
Public bemos, ojek drivers, and horse carts: Indonesian and Sasak
Warungs and traditional food stalls: Indonesian

«Bisa kurang harganya?» — Use when negotiating vehicle rentals, market goods, or unmetered transport.

Mis à jour le 8 septembre 2026

Ce qui est inclusitinéraires

1 jour: Ampenan, Mataram, Cakranegara
3 jours: + Sweta, Mandalika, Selaparang
7 jours: + Lembar, Senggigi, Bangsal

Mis à jour le 8 septembre 2026

À propos du lieu

Mataram operates as the administrative and commercial core of Lombok rather than a resort town.

Daily transport relies on a distinct split between motorized and traditional vehicles. Bluebird metered taxis provide reliable crosstown transit, while public bemos run set routes connecting Ampenan and Cakranegara. Bemos stop frequently to tout for business, and passengers face persistent pickpockets along commercial corridors. Near produce markets, horse carts known as cidomo handle short trips and slow vehicular traffic.

Living here centers on regional cuisine rather than tourist-oriented dining. Neighborhood warungs serve local staples such as ayam taliwang chicken, spicy beef sate rembiga, plecing kangkung water spinach, and sate bulayak with rice cakes. These establishments cater primarily to local residents and keep dining expenses low. Coffee shops serve local kopi lombok and ginger tea alongside fresh fruit juices throughout the day.

Social customs require adjustments from foreigners accustomed to coastal resort life. Public consumption of alcohol is not condoned, and wine service remains restricted to upscale hotels. Long-term residents use the city as an administrative and transit base. Mandalika terminal connects the provincial capital by scheduled DAMRI buses to the regional airport, while regular ferries run from the southern port of Lembar.

Associations

Ayam TaliwangThe signature regional dish of grilled chicken rubbed with pungent chili and spice paste.
Cidomo horse cartsTraditional carts handle local market runs but slow traffic on congested commercial roads.
Pickpockets on bemosThieves target public minibus passengers, particularly along Cakranegara transit routes.
Alcohol restrictionsPublic drinking is not condoned, and wine lists are limited to major international hotels.
Mandalika terminalThe main transport hub links the city to the regional airport and island bus networks.

Faits

Mataram functions as the provincial capital of West Nusa Tenggara on the island of Lombok.
Air-conditioned DAMRI public shuttle buses connect the Mandalika terminal directly to Lombok International Airport.
Metered taxis operated by Bluebird use radio dispatch systems and can be hailed on city streets.
Public consumption of alcohol and public drunkenness are strictly not condoned across the municipality.

Mis à jour le 8 septembre 2026Source : Wikipedia · Wikivoyage

Arriver et se loger

Vols, aéroport, hôtes et loyers

Aucun hôte proposant un logement gratuit ici pour le moment.

Étape par étape à l’arrivée

01Withdraw local cash from an automated teller machine at the airport terminal.
02Purchase and activate a prepaid SIM card at an official cellular counter in arrivals.
03Board the white DAMRI shuttle bus headed toward the central bus terminal.
04Take a metered taxi or hail a local bemo to reach your lodging.

2 sources · Au 19 septembre 2026

Source : TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa et aspects pratiques

Choisir un passeport

Définissez votre passeport — les délais de traitement, les frais et les documents requis diffèrent selon le passeport.

Bon à savoir

Public drinking of alcohol and public drunkenness are not condoned anywhere in the city.
Motorbike riders must secure and wear a helmet.
Dark blue airport taxis are restricted exclusively to arriving airport passengers.

2 règles supplémentaires

Drivers of dispatched taxis must operate their meters during passenger trips.
Bemo passengers traveling through Cakranegara must guard belongings against pickpockets.

Questions fréquentes

How can travelers reach Mataram from Lombok International Airport?

DAMRI operates public air-conditioned shuttle buses between the airport and Terminal Mandalika in Mataram. Taxis are also stationed at the airport terminal for onward road travel.

Source : Wikivoyage

How do travelers arrive in Mataram by sea from Bali?

Ferries run between Padang Bai on Bali and the port of Lembar on Lombok. From Lembar, travelers can continue to Mataram using tourist shuttle services, daylight bemos, or metered taxis.

Source : Wikivoyage

What public transport options operate within the city?

Metered taxis from operators such as Bluebird can be flagged down on the street or arranged in advance. Minibuses called bemos run fixed routes through Mataram, Ampenan, and Cakranegara, while horse-drawn carts known as cidomo operate around local markets.

Source : Wikivoyage

Which regional dishes are typical of Mataram?

Local specialties include grilled chicken known as ayam taliwang alongside skewers such as sate rembiga and sate bulayak. Common vegetable sides include water spinach prepared as plecing kangkung and an eggplant dish called beberuk terong.

Source : Wikivoyage

What are the local customs regarding alcohol consumption?

Public drinking and intoxication are not condoned in Mataram. Cold beer and wine are generally confined to larger hotels and select dining venues, while non-alcoholic options like local coffee and ginger tea are widely served.

Source : Wikivoyage

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Source : Wikivoyage · Wikivoyage

Sécurité et santé

Conseils de voyage officiels et minimum médical

Sécurité · avis officielsdonnées au 15 sept. 2026

Bureau des Affaires étrangères britannique (FCDO)Éviter certaines zones du paysCertaines régions du pays sont totalement déconseillées.

Texte intégral de l'avis (anglais)

Removal of information about closure of Jakarta airports due to volcanic ash clouds (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)

Source : UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

Département d'État américainNiveau 2Faites preuve d'une vigilance accrue concernant votre environnement et vos biens.

terrorisme

Texte intégral de l'avis (anglais)

There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Indonesia due to risk of natural disasters, unrest, and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to the provinces of Central Papua , or “Papua Tengah,” and Highland Papua , or “Papua Pegunungan,” due to civil unrest .

Source : US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source : UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Quand partir et itinéraires

Quand venir et que faire en une journée, trois jours ou une semaine

Itinéraires prêts à l'emploi

Central Markets and Culinary Tour4 escales

09:00AmpenanBegin the morning exploring the western district and navigate the neighborhood streets by bemo.
12:00Dua Em BersaudaraStop on Jalan Transmigrasi for grilled chicken seasoned with chilli and spice paste known as ayam taliwang.
14:30CakranegaraObserve produce markets with horse carts known as cidomo and keep belongings secure in crowded areas.
18:00Warung sate muslimSample skewers of spicy meat alongside local ginger tea or coffee in Selaparang.

Eastern Hubs and Produce Quarters3 escales

08:30Terminal MandalikaExamine the main transit terminal where regional buses and airport shuttles arrive in eastern Mataram.
11:30Sweta Produce MarketWander streets filled with horse carts and local produce stalls connected by city bemos.
14:00Selaparang Food StallsTry spicy beef skewers known as sate rembiga or warm chicken porridge paired with Lombok coffee.

Mis à jour le 8 septembre 2026

Langue et culture

Cinq phrases pour le premier jour et les situations où la langue est indispensable

Mataram operates almost entirely in Indonesian. The provincial capital caters to commerce and administration rather than international tourism.

Cinq phrases pour le premier jour

Bisa kurang harganya?bee-sah koo-rahng har-gah-nyah
Can the price be reduced? — Use when negotiating vehicle rentals, market goods, or unmetered transport.
Berapa sewa per bulan?beh-rah-pah seh-wah per boo-lahn
How much is the rent per month? — Use when asking about monthly accommodation or long-term scooter hire.
Jangan terlalu pedas.jah-ngahn ter-lah-loo peh-dahs
Do not make it too spicy. — Use at local eateries when ordering regional dishes like ayam taliwang.
Tolong pakai argo.toh-long pah-kye ar-goh
Please use the meter. — State this clearly when boarding a street taxi before departure.
Bemo ini lewat mana?beh-moh ee-nee leh-waht mah-nah
Which route does this bemo take? — Ask the driver before boarding public bemos around town.

2 phrases supplémentaires

Bisa minta tolong?bee-sah meen-tah toh-long
Could you please help me? — Polite opening phrase before asking strangers or shopkeepers for assistance.
Minta bon, terima kasih.meen-tah bohn, teh-ree-mah kah-seeh
The bill please, thank you. — Use when concluding a meal at a restaurant or warung.

Où vous aurez besoin de la langue

Situation	Langue
Star-rated hotels and travel agencies	English and Indonesian
Public bemos, ojek drivers, and horse carts	Indonesian and Sasak
Warungs and traditional food stalls	Indonesian
Traditional markets and neighborhood grocers	Indonesian and Sasak
Metered taxis and ride booking	Basic English and Indonesian
Government and administrative offices	Indonesian

Mis à jour le 8 septembre 2026

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