Luxury Travel Guide: Surabaya

Accommodation

$120-350 per night

Upscale hotels, luxury resorts, premium boutique properties with full amenities

Food & Dining

$40-120 per day

Fine dining restaurants, hotel restaurants, premium cafes, room service, specialty cuisine

Transportation

$25-80 per day

Private car rentals, premium taxis, private transfers, chartered vehicles

Activities

$50-200 per day

Private guided tours, exclusive experiences, premium cultural sites, spa treatments

Eat at local warungs and street food stalls instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)

Use public buses and angkot instead of taxis for transportation (saves 70-85% on transport costs)

Stay in neighborhoods away from main tourist areas for accommodation (generally 30-50% lower rates)

Visit temples and cultural sites during free hours or on local holidays

Shop at traditional markets rather than modern malls for souvenirs (typically 50-70% less expensive)

Book accommodation directly with properties to avoid booking platform fees (usually 10-15% savings)

Travel during weekdays when possible as weekend rates are typically 20-40% higher

Taking taxis or ride-shares for all transportation instead of using efficient public transport (increases daily costs by 200-400%)

Eating only in shopping malls and tourist areas rather than exploring local food scenes (typically doubles food expenses)

Booking accommodation at the last minute, especially during peak periods (can increase costs by 50-100%)

Not researching free cultural activities and temple visits that don't require entrance fees