Central City 2 Hotel

Central City 2 is a compact budget hotel in the Parit area of Tanjung Pandan, close to the main road and a short walk from the shore. Guests describe it as easy to find and good value, with friendly staff who go out of their way to help.

Rooms are larger than you might expect for the price and come with air conditioning, cable TV, a wardrobe, a decent bathroom with hot water, towels and toiletries. Free wifi is provided, and drinking water can be refilled in the lobby. Breakfast is included on most rates but the choice is limited, and there is no restaurant for other meals.

That matters less than it sounds: reviewers point out that a quiet stretch of beach is right by the hotel and a seafood restaurant is a short walk along the sand, while the Tanjung Pendam food stalls and town-centre cafes are a few minutes away. It works well as a cheap, comfortable base for exploring by scooter or with a hired driver. Book through the usual online agents or call the hotel directly.