Bahasa Indonesia for Travelers: Airports, Hotels, and Directions

Travelling to a new country is an exciting adventure, but navigating different scenarios can be a real challenge. Whether you’re landing at the airport, asking for directions in a bustling city, booking cozy accommodation, or packing your travel essentials, having the right vocabulary at your fingertips can make all the difference. Dive into this guide to master the essential Indonesian phrases and words that will help you travel like a pro!

Contents

  1. At the Airport (Di Bandara)
    1. Example Scenario: Checking In
  2. Asking for Directions (Menanyakan Arah)
    1. Example Scenario: Asking for Directions
  3. Accommodations (Akomodasi)
    1. Example Scenario: Checking Into a Hotel
  4. Travel Essentials (Kebutuhan Perjalanan)
    1. Example Scenario: Buying Travel Essentials
  5. What to Read Next

At the Airport (Di Bandara)

Navigating the airport is the first step in your journey. Here are some key words and phrases you might need:

  • Penerbangan – Flight
  • Mendarat – Landing
  • Tiket – Ticket
  • Pas/tiket naik – Boarding pass
  • Paspor – Passport
  • Visa – Visa
  • Pemeriksaan keamanan – Security check
  • Bagasi – Luggage
  • Barang bawaan – Carry-on baggage
  • Pengambilan bagasi – Baggage claim
  • Pemeriksaan imigrasi – Immigration check
  • Bea cukai – Customs
  • Troli – Trolley
  • Papan jadwal keberangkatan – Departure board
  • Papan jadwal kedatangan – Arrival board
  • Konter pelaporan – Check-in counter
  • Terminal – Terminal
  • Gerbang – Gate

Example Scenario: Checking In

Penumpang (Passenger): “Di mana saya bisa check-in?” (Where can I check in?)


Petugas Bandara (Airport staff): “Untuk check-in, silakan ke counter di sebelah kiri.” (Check-in is at the counter on the left.)


Penumpang (Passenger): “Berapa lama waktu yang dibutuhkan untuk pemeriksaan keamanan?” (How long does the security check take?)


Petugas Bandara (Airport staff): “Sekitar 20 menit, tergantung antrian.” (About 20 minutes, depending on the queue.)

Asking for Directions (Menanyakan Arah)

Once you arrive, finding your way around is crucial. Here are some helpful phrases:

  • Di mana – Where is
  • Bagaimana cara pergi ke… – How do I get to…
  • Belok kiri – Turn left
  • Belok kanan – Turn right
  • Jalan terus – Go straight
  • Dekat – Near
  • Jauh – Far
  • Di sebelah – Next to
  • Di depan – In front of
  • Di belakang – Behind
  • Di seberang jalan – Across the street
  • Peta – Map

Example Scenario: Asking for Directions

Turis (Tourist): “Bagaimana cara pergi ke hotel ini?” (How do I get to this hotel?)


Orang Lokal (Local): “Belok kanan di lampu merah, kemudian jalan terus sampai Anda melihat hotel di sebelah kiri.” (Turn right at the traffic light, then go straight until you see the hotel on the left.)


Turis (Tourist): “Apakah bisa berjalan kaki ke sana?” (Can I walk there?)


Orang Lokal (Local): “Ya, bisa. Hanya sekitar 10 menit berjalan kaki.” (Yes, you can. It’s only about a 10-minute walk.)

Accommodations (Akomodasi)

Finding a place to stay is essential. Here are some vocabulary terms to help:

  • Hotel – Hotel
  • Tamu – Guest
  • Penginapan – Lodging
  • Pemesanan/Reservasi – Reservation
  • Check-in – Check-in
  • Check-out – Check-out
  • Lobi – Lobby
  • Kamar – Room
  • Kunci kamar – Room key
  • Fasilitas – Facilities
  • Sarapan – Breakfast
  • Kamar mandi – Bathroom
  • Handuk – Towels
  • Wi-Fi – Wi-Fi
  • Kolam renang – Swimming pool
  • Pelayanan kamar – Room service

Example Scenario: Checking Into a Hotel

Tamu (Guest): “Saya sudah pesan kamar atas nama Michael.” (I have a room reservation under the name Michael.)


Resepsionis (Receptionist): “Baik, Pak Michael. Ini kunci kamar Anda. Check-out-nya jam 12 siang ya.” (Okay, Mr. Michael. Here is your room key. Check-out is at 12 PM.)


Tamu (Guest): “Apakah sarapan termasuk dalam pemesanan?” (Is breakfast included in my reservation?)


Resepsionis (Receptionist): “Ya, sarapan disajikan dari jam 6 hingga 10 pagi di restoran lantai bawah.” (Yes, breakfast is served from 6 to 10 AM in the downstairs restaurant.)

Travel Essentials (Kebutuhan Perjalanan)

Here are some general travel essentials and their vocabulary:

  • Peta kota – City map
  • Panduan wisata – Travel guide
  • Kartu SIM – SIM card
  • Adaptor listrik – Power adapter
  • Obat-obatan – Medications
  • Kartu kredit – Credit card
  • Uang – Money
  • Uang tunai – Cash
  • Kartu identitas – ID card
  • Pakaian ganti – Change of clothes
  • Kamera – Camera

Example Scenario: Buying Travel Essentials

Pembeli (Buyer): “Di mana saya bisa beli kartu SIM lokal?” (Where can I buy a local SIM card?)


Penjual (Seller): “Bisa dibeli di toko sebelah kanan pintu keluar bandara.” (You can buy it at the store to the right of the airport exit.)


Pembeli (Buyer): “Apakah mereka juga menjual adaptor listrik?” (Do they also sell power adapters?)


Penjual (Seller): “Ya, mereka punya banyak jenis adaptor.” (Yes, they have various types of adapters.)


Pembeli (Buyer): “Mantap, terima kasih.” (Great, thanks!)

With this vocabulary and these phrases, navigating travel and transportation in Indonesia should be much easier. Whether you’re at the airport, asking for directions, finding accommodations, or gathering travel essentials, you’ll be better prepared to communicate and understand your surroundings. Safe travels!

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