A historic hotel in the heart of Wonosobo

Kresna Hotel occupies a building constructed in 1917, formerly known as the Grand Hotel Dieng. Continuously renovated over the years into a modern establishment, it has retained its historical roots while adapting to the standards of a mid-sized urban hotel. Its location in downtown Wonosobo makes it a logical base from which to explore the Dieng plateau and its Hindu temples.

Why stay here

Wonosobo often serves as a stopover: the city functions as a departure point for the Dieng plateau, its coloured lakes and archaeological sites. Kresna Hotel answers this need with comprehensive facilities — restaurant, swimming pool, private parking, on-site car rental — that simplify the organization of a one- to two-night stay before or after a high-altitude excursion.

• Central location, easy to spot for drivers and transfers
• 24-hour service and English-speaking staff at reception
• Capacity of 115 rooms, suited to groups and individual travellers alike

Atmosphere and character

The establishment blends a century-old heritage with contemporary design. Common areas include gardens, a bar with billiards and a swimming pool, creating a rhythm somewhat different from a strictly functional stopover hotel. Overall, the setting remains understated, with comfort as the priority rather than designer aesthetics.

The rooms

Kresna Hotel offers 115 rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Each is equipped with a telephone, television, safe and work desk. Wi-Fi is complimentary in common areas. Breakfast is included in standard rates, and room service is available around the clock.

Dining and services

The Maespati restaurant serves Indonesian and international cuisine, practical for those returning late from a day on the Dieng plateau. In terms of facilities, the hotel provides:

• An outdoor swimming pool and fitness room
• Gardens and a bar with billiards
• Free private parking
• Car rental directly at the reception desk, with the option to organize regional excursions
• 24-hour reception service in English

Location

The hotel is located at Jl. Pasukan Ronggolawe No.30, in Wonosobo, in Central Java province. The town is accessible by car from Yogyakarta or Semarang; expect several hours of driving depending on traffic conditions. From Kresna Hotel, the Dieng plateau can be reached in approximately one hour's drive uphill.

What to see nearby

• The Dieng plateau: 8th-century Hindu temples, Telaga Warna lake and volcanic craters
• Markets and daily life in Wonosobo, rarely frequented by international tourism
• Terraced rice fields and agricultural villages of the Javanese highlands

To prepare for this stop, consult our Wonosobo guide. If your itinerary passes through Yogyakarta, the Indies Heritage Hotel Prawirotaman or D'Omah Yogya make excellent complementary bases in the royal city.

Organizing your stay

Kresna Hotel fits naturally into a Java circuit centred on Yogyakarta, Borobudur, Prambanan and the Dieng plateau. To build a cohesive itinerary, explore our trips to Indonesia and adapt them to your pace and season.