Being a major industrial hub of Indonesia, Batam has ample options for the budget travelers. This is because besides tourists most of the visitors here are on regular business trips and they usually look for budget lodging. So if you are working on a trip to Batam on a tight budget then here are few tips that can help you have complete fun in this beautiful island without worrying much about your pocket.

Getting There

If you are planning your trip here by air then you can checkout one of these airlines. Mandala Air, Batavia Air, Sriwijaya Air, Kartika Airlines, Airasia, Lion Air, Firefly, Garuda and Riau Airlines. Mostly of these airlines offer discounted tickets if booked well in advance. So all you have to do is plan early and book your tickets. These flights can be availed from major cities of Indonesia , Malaysia and Singapore.  

Amazingly this small island is well connected by ferries with Singapore and Johor Bahru in Malaysia. A ferry trip from Singapore is just 45 minutes and will cost you merely $25. Penguin Ferry Services has good reviews and you can get it from World Trade Center Ferry Terminal in Singapore. However you should avail the ferry services only if you are not short of time.

Affordable Accommodations

Most of the hotels in Batam are located in Nagoya. Most of the budget hotels here are not listed on the internet therefore you will have no information on them while surfing the net. Therefore after reaching here it is better to look for it yourself. You can easily find a budget hotel in Nagoya. This is the center of the island and has plenty of shopping centers, restaurants, discos, music lounges perfect for enjoying nightlife. While looking for a budget hotel there are certain things that you should always bear in mind other than money. Here are few tips that can help you decide on your budget hotel.


The accommodation should have all the basic amenities that you require otherwise you will have difficulty adjusting to it. If it is just lodging that you are opting for then make sure you have good dining places nearby otherwise it will be hectic for you to catch your meals. And lastly, never forget that you are here to enjoy. So the location of your hotel should be at a walking distance from the center of attractions of the city. This will help you save money on the transportation for sightseeing. And the best part is you can walk down there whenever you feel like and don’t have to bother about catching up taxis.

For more information on the accommodation in Batam you can always checkout Batam Budget Hotels