Pinaesaan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

•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.
Manado featuring boating and general coastal views
Manado featuring boating and general coastal views
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 ฿1,019 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
฿1,019
฿1,233 total
24 Feb - 25 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
Good Service and Room

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Swiss-Belhotel Maleosan Manado
Aston Manado Hotel

Aston Manado Hotel

4 out of 5
Jl Sudirman No 128 Manado North Sulawesi
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Public Museum of North Sulawesi and Kienteng ...
7.8/10 Good! (28 reviews)
It felt more spacious then other equally priced hotels in the area.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Aston Manado Hotel
Sintesa Peninsula Hotel Manado

Sintesa Peninsula Hotel Manado

4 out of 5
Jl. Jend. Sudirman, Gunung Wenang Manado North Sulawesi
Stay at this spa hotel in Manado. Enjoy a full-service spa, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Public Museum of North Sulawesi and Kienteng ...
7.2/10 Good! (38 reviews)
The property looks nice and clean. However the pool was not open and there is No alcohol at the bar even though they advertise cocktails on their website.

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2023

Sintesa Peninsula Hotel Manado
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bobocabin Bunaken Hills

Bobocabin Bunaken Hills

3.5 out of 5
Jl. Raya Molas, Tongkeina Manado North Sulawesi
Stay at this cabin in Manado. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions I.R Soekarno Bridge and Kalimas Harbor are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Comfortable glamping with great view. Clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Bobocabin Bunaken Hills
Nayara Villa Desa Budo

Nayara Villa Desa Budo

3 out of 5
Desa Budo, Jaga IV, Minahasa Utara Wori North Sulawesi
Stay at this villa in Wori. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk.
Nayara Villa Desa Budo
ilasan cottage

ilasan cottage

3 out of 5
Ilasan Kapling Tomohon North Sulawesi
Stay at this cottage in Tomohon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gunung Mahawu and Gunung Lokon are located ...
ilasan cottage
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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