Cendana is one of the newer hotels in Surabaya and is a good bet. It has well-appointed rooms and is located just far enough away from the city's main streets to offer some respite from the noise. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

If you love sipping tea and whiling away the day in old-worldly surroundings, then Ganefo may be for you. Its fantastic colonial lobby and terrace are perfect for late-afternoon tea drinking, but the rooms are quite cell-like, with iron beds. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Kenanga may have changed its name, but the hotel itself has yet to reinvent itself; it occupies a quiet spot just off Jl Pemuda and has highly adequate but bland rooms. Breakfast is not included in the price. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This superb colonial hotel built in 1910 has all the trimmings of a top-class establishment, and more charm than most. It's easily Surabaya's finest, and is a tranquil spot in such a busy city. Ask for a discount. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This airy colonial villa has fallen on hard times, but it's still one of the most pleasant budget hotels in town. The helpful managers speak English and Dutch and the elderly owner has read just about any book you can put in front of him. On the downside, the basic rooms are inun… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

With a hint of style and a swathe of Chinese furniture, Semut will appeal to travellers looking for a room with more class than most budget options. Rooms are sizable and face a large veranda around a central quadrangle. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

From the outside this high-rise three-star hotel doesn't look like it could make the cut, but inside things are quite different. Rooms are in very good condition and come with all the trimmings, and who can deny the attraction of a rooftop pool and restaurant? Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Weta is arguably the best of Surabaya's midrange options. Its high-rise views overlook the murky Kali Mas River across the city landscape, and rooms are well polished and come with a bathtub for soaking those weary bones. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The five-star Hyatt has long been one of Surabaya's plushest hotels. Discounts are often offered, but prices rise substantially during peak times. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

South of the city centre, Olympic is reminiscent of a derelict hospital. Inside, however, some of the rooms are surprisingly good. Ask the friendly receptionist for a good look around and ask for a discount. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Puri Kencana is a small, semi-stylish hotel handy to the Gubeng train station, with a range of decent rooms (no hot water though) and friendly staff. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Only a stone's throw from Gubeng train station, Sahid Surabaya is perfect for travellers arriving late into town and looking for a hotel with its fair share of creature comforts. It has also received a number of readers' recommendations. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This is one of Surabaya's ritzier establishments and is well located in the thick of things. Rooms range from standard to plush suites. Full Lonely Planet Review ›