Two of the most sought-after luxury Malang hotels are the Tugu Hotel and Novotel Surabaya Hotel and Suites. The Tugu Hotel offers a personalized experience of Indonesian culture and indulgences blended effortlessly by superior service. Their top chefs intertwine ancient spices and modern recipes to appease the most discriminating palate, and their spa uses ancient remedies to cure any modern stress. Novotel is a family oriented hotel whose claim to fame is white-glove service. For maximum comfort and privacy, stay in a cottage suite and walk right out to the pool or have a quick lunch brought to you while you lounge on your balcony.  The Dutch colonial inspired Tugu Hotel is the centerpiece of the old town district in downtown Malang, and offers in its shade a beautiful lotus pond park. A short drive from the airport brings you to Novotel Coralia Benoa Hotel which skirts Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa Beach, and a traditional fishing village with its beauty.  The Kartika Graha of Malang offers all modern amenities and plenty of leisure activities that are all standard at luxury hotel for a reasonable price. Primarily used by business travelers and vacationers, there is something for everyone. Use their conference rooms and unwind in heated pools. The Gaja Mada prides itself on room and laundry service, air conditioner for every room and a 24 hour front desk. Its location to Juanda and Saleh airports and train depot makes this hotel appealing to families on the go or business travelers.  Gajah Mada is located in the core of Malang and is only minutes away from both airports and a train depot. Flora Hill of Nongkojajar, Wonosari Tea Plantations are just a away.  Be sure to try the Rawon (traditional beef stew), fried seasoned crab or mango chili sauce from Ria Restaurant, as this is one of the best restaurants in Malang.   It is only 5 minutes to the heart of town, shopping complex, and railway station as well as daily business activity. The Katrika Graha is less than 20 minutes to the bus station, train depot, and Saleh Golf Course. The Metahari Mall, Factory Outlets (bring an empty suitcase), or shop for indigenous crafts at Alun Alun Square.