Hotels in Java, Indonesia

Java is an Indonesian island sitting just south of Borneo, famous for its ancient temples like the 9th-century Borobudur and active volcanoes like Mount Bromo. The climate is tropical, with dry season from April to October perfect for sunrise treks to Bromo's crater, while November to March rains make the rice terraces around Yogyakarta lush and green. In the dry months, you can surf the swells at Batu Karas or hike through the misty forests of Mount Semeru, but the wet season means fewer tourists and cheaper guesthouses in Solo's batik workshops.