Title: The Balcone Suites & Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=8918&destination=Bukittinggi%2C+West+Sumatra%2C+Indonesia&selected=106207435&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Balcone Suites & Resort Guests savor delicious meals at the resort's restaurant while experiencing its distinctive character and atmosphere throughout their stay ## Photo gallery for The Balcone Suites & Resort ![View from property - The Balcone Suites & Resort (Gadut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106210000/106207500/106207435/d25d8d8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room - The Balcone Suites & Resort (Gadut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106210000/106207500/106207435/92098d77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - The Balcone Suites & Resort (Gadut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106210000/106207500/106207435/w659h440x0y0-791589b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Balcone Suites & Resort (Gadut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106210000/106207500/106207435/w660h437x0y0-468d048b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Balcone Suites & Resort (Gadut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106210000/106207500/106207435/8ca73467.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies THE Balcones Suites AND Resort offers a welcoming retreat with thoughtful amenities. Enjoy satisfying meals at the on-site restaurant and convenient shopping at the gift shop. Public areas feature WiFi, and the property's distinctive charm creates a memorable setting. ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Gym - Breakfast available - Business services ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=106207435&PinnedHotelID=106207435&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 19 of 19 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106210000/106207500/106207435/a1b74495.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room - 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[Visit our Bukittinggi travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bukittinggi.dx8918) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-0.26073%2C100.35338&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HpY8a2mkPMtVAqcimDzii3kfWsE=) Jalan Raya Bukittinggi Medan KM 7 Padang Hijau, Gadut, West Sumatra, 26152 ### What's nearby - ![Jam Gadang](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8918/26506051-e907-4724-9b7b-3bf056e75cb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jam Gadang 14 min drive \- 4.9 miles - Taman Bundo Kanduang Park 12 min drive \- 4.4 miles - Benteng de Kock 12 min drive \- 4.4 miles - Taman Panorama 13 min drive \- 4.9 miles - Bukittinggi Plaza 13 min drive \- 4.9 miles ### Getting around - Padangpanjang Station 24 min drive - Padang (PDG-Minangkabau Intl.) 163 min drive ### Restaurants - Rumah Makan Evi 45 3 min drive - nel kampiun 7 min drive - Nu Hade 6 min drive - RM Bintang Timur Pariaman 5 min drive - Sea Food Nelayan Restaurant 5 min drive ## About this property ### The Balcone Suites & Resort Property highlights An airport shuttle, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Balcone Suites & Resort. A playground, a gym and a conference centre are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A children's pool - Free self-parking - Breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and barbecues - Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and concierge services ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83710000/83703000/83702972/817b899a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Penginapan Mutiara Syariah Bukittinggi - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £7 includes taxes & fees 4 May - 5 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-04&endDate=2026-05-05&selected=83702972&PinnedHotelID=83702972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115630000/115628300/115628226/w2197h1193x4y8-26ba5335.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Balcone Hotel & Resort Bukittinggi - Pool - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 6.0 1 review £51 includes taxes & fees 28 Apr - 29 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-28&endDate=2026-04-29&selected=115628226&PinnedHotelID=115628226&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12330000/12321500/12321422/a21c97e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Benteng Hotel Bukittinggi - 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Airport shuttle available - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Breakfast available for a fee - A coffee shop/cafe ### Things to do - Children's pool - Gym - Playground ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Playground ### Conveniences - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Conference centre ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### More - Built in 2023 - Smoke-free property ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as THE Balcones Suites AND Resort Property THE Balcones Suites AND Resort BUKITTINGGI MEDAN THE Balcones Suites AND Resort Property BUKITTINGGI MEDAN ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Balcone Suites & Resort have a pool? ### How much is parking at The Balcone Suites & Resort? ### What time is check-in at The Balcone Suites & Resort? ### What time is check-out at The Balcone Suites & Resort? ### Where is The Balcone Suites & Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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