MADANI HOTEL MEDAN

Opposite the Royal Mosque and close to the Yuki Center, this 170-room hotel stands out for its kitsch, cozy decor, making it one of the city's most pleasant addresses. It's like being transported to a Bollywood film. One hour from Kuala Namu international airport and just 10 minutes from the train station. The rooms are really top-notch, with wooden floors, king-size beds, hot water, tea and coffee-making facilities, air conditioning, a well-stocked minibar, WiFi access and even free mineral water.