The Maliana is a pleasant little place next to the Susi Hotel and right across the street from the sea.
I like to get up at night and walk across and watch the waves and look at the stars.
It is on Jalan Sumatera No. 35. phone (0380) 821879. You can also call
Robert on his hp (hand phone) 0852 39052984 if you need a ride from the
airport.
There are heaps of ojek (motorbike taxis) or regular bemo (van taxis)
if you have surfboards so organizing transport should be no problem.
A lot of travelers stay here on their way over to Nemberala on Rote Island to surf.
The rates are 70,000 without aircon or tv and up to 120,000 with aircon and tv.
The
staff set up a viewing area to watch the world cup (football - soccer)
for the guests and passers by and the staff. The Indonesians take the
games very seriously and bet heavily on the games.
Australia was playing Japan. Japan got off to a good start but then fell behind with a 3 - 1 loss.
There are a few other hotels, 2 banks and a bar nearby.
It is not a very long walk to the bemo center if you feel like eating at the warungs there. Good warm food cheap.
Another favorite is the Karang Mas, a good little restaurant near the
bemo center, open all day. The warungs are just open at night.
Teddy's Bar is just a little ways past the bemo center along the beach.
It's a great place to grab a beer and enjoy a cool offshore breeze.
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