Manado City Centre Travel Guide

Manado

•First Post• This city is called Manado, located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. This is the most populous city in North Sulawesi making this city as the capital city that has more than half a million inhabitants residing here. It's a friendly city serving as the welcome gate to the land of waving coconuts. Although it's not the most beautiful city in Indonesia, the city is ranked top 5 on human index development score in Indonesia. This city is messy but it is surrounded with amazing places like beautiful beaches, magnificent volcanoes, national marine parks, tropical rainforest, incredible natural reserves and ancient living historical places. Places to live? I personally suggest you to live in a beach or island resort for some incredible experiences. I suggest you to look it up on Tripadvisor for some reviews! How to get to North Sulawesi? - There are several domestic routes from Jakarta, Surabaya, Denpasar (transit Makassar) and other cities to Manado with Garuda Indonesia, BatikAir, LionAir, SriwijayaAir, and some other domestic carriages. - There is one international flight (five times a week) from Singapore to Manado with SilkAir.
•First Post• This city is called Manado, located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. This is the most populous city in North Sulawesi making this city as the capital city that has more than half a million inhabitants residing here. It's a friendly city serving as the welcome gate to the land of waving coconuts. Although it's not the most beautiful city in Indonesia, the city is ranked top 5 on human index development score in Indonesia. This city is messy but it is surrounded with amazing places like beautiful beaches, magnificent volcanoes, national marine parks, tropical rainforest, incredible natural reserves and ancient living historical places. Places to live? I personally suggest you to live in a beach or island resort for some incredible experiences. I suggest you to look it up on Tripadvisor for some reviews! How to get to North Sulawesi? - There are several domestic routes from Jakarta, Surabaya, Denpasar (transit Makassar) and other cities to Manado with Garuda Indonesia, BatikAir, LionAir, SriwijayaAir, and some other domestic carriages. - There is one international flight (five times a week) from Singapore to Manado with SilkAir.
• Rainbow in Paradise • There is a verse in the bible that tells us, "I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth." (Gen 9:13) I was lucky to spot such a wonderful divine and natural phenomenon in this place and it was so beautiful. The island is called Lembeh Island, the strait is called Lembeh Strait and the place i took this picture is from a cozy bungalow at Black Sand Dive Retreat.
• Happy 14th of July • Today marks the 391st birthday of Manado, a small capital city of North Sulawesi, Indonesia.
- The Same Spot - It might be the same spot, where my ancestors arrived at this town 2 centuries ago. For the sake of better life and fortune, they had sailed far from mainland China to Singapore or Batavia and finally arrived here. Thanks for choosing this place, because you were right!

Popular places to visit

- The Same Spot - It might be the same spot, where my ancestors arrived at this town 2 centuries ago. For the sake of better life and fortune, they had sailed far from mainland China to Singapore or Batavia and finally arrived here. Thanks for choosing this place, because you were right!

Kalimas Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Manado with a trip to Kalimas Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Kalimas Harbor

Manado Town Square

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Manado Town Square during your visit to Manado. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and coral reefs.

Manado Town Square

Mega Mall

4/5(1 review)

You can do some window-shopping at Mega Mall during your stay in Manado. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Mega Mall

Public Museum of North Sulawesi

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Public Museum of North Sulawesi during your trip to Manado. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Public Museum of North Sulawesi

I.R Soekarno Bridge

Learn about the local history of Manado when you take a trip to I.R Soekarno Bridge. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and coral reefs.

I.R Soekarno Bridge

Kienteng Ban Hian Kong

Learn about the local history of Pinaesaan with a stop at Kienteng Ban Hian Kong. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Kienteng Ban Hian Kong

Things to do

Private tour of Manado and Tomohon including lunch and driver

Private tour of Manado and Tomohon including lunch and driver

฿3,146
per adult
Private tour of Manado and Tomohon including lunch and driver
Tangkoko Bitung Manado Nature Tourism Park includes lunch.

Tangkoko Bitung Manado Nature Tourism Park includes lunch.

฿4,121
per adult
Tangkoko Bitung Manado Nature Tourism Park includes lunch.
Bunaken Island three-point snorkeling includes lunch and shuttle

Bunaken Island three-point snorkeling includes lunch and shuttle

฿5,043
per adult
Bunaken Island three-point snorkeling includes lunch and shuttle
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Top hotels in Manado City Centre

Four Points by Sheraton Manado

Four Points by Sheraton Manado

4 out of 5
Jalan Piere Tendean Boulevard, Sario Manado
The price is ฿1,884 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
฿1,884
฿2,279 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Manado. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Manado Town Square and Mega Mall are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (178 reviews)
Yes, all staff very helpful and courteous. Room came up to expectations. Clean and well equipped.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Manado
Luwansa Hotel & Convention Center Manado

Luwansa Hotel & Convention Center Manado

4 out of 5
68 Jl. Pomurow Manado Sulawesi Utara
The price is ฿1,010 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
฿1,010
฿1,222 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Manado Town Square and Public Museum of North Sulawesi ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Our family had stayed here many times. The best customer service. Very nice hotel and excellent breakfast buffet. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2025

Luwansa Hotel & Convention Center Manado
Swiss-Belhotel Maleosan Manado

Swiss-Belhotel Maleosan Manado

3.5 out of 5
Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 85 - 87 Manado North Sulawesi
The price is ฿1,013 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
฿1,013
฿1,225 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a nightclub and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Public Museum of North Sulawesi and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (78 reviews)
The stay was pkeadsnt as always and very helpful staff

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Swiss-Belhotel Maleosan Manado
Best Western The Lagoon Hotel

Best Western The Lagoon Hotel

4 out of 5
Komplek Bahu Mall, Blok A3 Manado
The price is ฿1,028 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
฿1,028
฿1,244 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Manado Town Square and Mega Mall are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (27 reviews)
I enjoyed my stay at the Best Western Lagoon Hotel. The check-in was easy. I asked for a room on a high floor and I got it. I thought the staff at the hotel was attentive. There are two downsides to the hotel. There are only two elevators for a 12-story hotel. The elevators are slow. There are no ...

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Best Western The Lagoon Hotel
Whiz Prime Hotel Megamas Manado

Whiz Prime Hotel Megamas Manado

3 out of 5
Jalan Piere Tendean Boulevard Manado North Sulawesi
The price is ฿687 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿687
฿831 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Mega Mall and Manado Town Square ...
7.6/10 Good! (37 reviews)
It's quite a nice hotel compared to hotels in Indonesia in general, no doubt about it. Many westerners might find it less nice than what they prefer or are used to, but it is indeed one of the best hotels in the city, and considering the relatively low per-night price, it was quite comfortable.

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Whiz Prime Hotel Megamas Manado
Lun Hotel Manado

Lun Hotel Manado

3 out of 5
Jl. Sugiono No.15, Pinaesaan, Wenang Manado Indonesia
The price is ฿517 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
฿517
฿626 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ban Hin Kiong and Kienteng Ban Hian ...
Reception staff have limited English and took almost an hour to check us in as they were unable to find our booking in the system despite presenting the Expedia booking confirmation to them. Bed sheets were stained and there is a club nearby which doesn’t stop making loud music so you don’t get any ...

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2024

Lun Hotel Manado
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Manado City Centre Travel Guide