The Backyard Hostel
About
Among Java's hostels, The Backyard Hostel sits in the Danunegaran Gg. Lesmana area of Mantrijeron, within Kota Yogyakarta in Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta. The property at MJ 3/1135 works as a small hostel in the heart of the city, giving guests a base in Yogyakarta.
A total of 260 reviews have accumulated for The Backyard Hostel, a substantial guest record for a hostel of this size. Yogyakarta itself ranks among the island's main urban centres, alongside Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Semarang, Malang, Bogor and Solo. The hostel operates as a hotel-category property, offering beds to travellers passing through the region. Guests have left a rating of 4.9 out of 5, one of the highest averages among Java's hostels.
Rice forms the staple of meals across Indonesia, served alongside dishes such as nasi goreng, satay and rendang, so guests will find these on most menus around the city. Bahasa Indonesia is the national language, while Javanese is widely spoken in Yogyakarta and the surrounding region.
Wayang shadow puppetry and gamelan music remain traditional art forms on Java, and performances can be found in the city. Indonesia also lies within the Coral Triangle, a marine region known for high coral and reef fish diversity, which draws divers to the archipelago's waters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of business is The Backyard Hostel?
The Backyard Hostel is a hostel in Yogyakarta, on the island of Java. It gives travellers a place to stay while exploring a country where rice is the staple and dishes such as nasi goreng, satay and rendang are eaten.
What should first-time hostel guests expect at The Backyard Hostel?
First-time guests at The Backyard Hostel can expect a hostel stay in Yogyakarta, on Java, within Indonesia. Bahasa Indonesia is the national language, while hundreds of regional languages such as Javanese and Sundanese are also spoken, and traditional art forms include wayang shadow puppetry and gamelan music.
Where is The Backyard Hostel located on Java?
The Backyard Hostel sits at MJ 3/1135, Danunegaran Gg. Lesmana, Mantrijeron, Kec. Mantrijeron, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55143, Indonesia. That address places the hostel in Yogyakarta, a city on Java within Indonesia.
Which nearby places are close to The Backyard Hostel?
The Backyard Hostel is in Yogyakarta, and Solo is among the nearby places within reach. Other cities in the region include Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Semarang, Malang and Bogor.
How do guests rate The Backyard Hostel?
Guests give The Backyard Hostel a rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 260 reviews. That score reflects how visitors regard this hostel in Yogyakarta, on Java.
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