45 minutes by ferry — a world away.
Three ways to start your Batam adventure — explore guides, find a stay, or book your ferry.
In-depth travel guides for every corner of Batam Island.
Hand-picked hotels and activities across Batam Island.
Direct ferries from Singapore in under an hour.
Curated resources to help you plan every detail of your Batam trip.
When is the best time to visit Batam from Singapore? A month-by-month breakdown of weather, peak seasons, festivals and travel-type recommendations for 2025–2026.
IDR vs SGD in Batam: the best exchange strategy, where to find money changers, ATM locations, card acceptance levels and a realistic price guide for food, transport and hotels.
From boutique villas to beachfront resorts — find your perfect base.
IHG 4-star family resort on 8 acres at Waterfront City — 275 rooms, Kids Club, pools, tennis, and spa. 15 min from Sekupang Ferry.
Batam's original boutique retreat since 2009 — 14 uniquely themed jungle rooms and villas, expert spa, saltwater pool, and a hilltop restaurant, just 10 minutes from Sekupang Ferry Terminal.
Affordable three-star hotel in the Baloi / Lubuk Baja commercial strip, a short walk to BCS Mall (Batam City Square). Practical base for shoppers and weekend visitors who want to stay near Nagoya without the Nagoya price.
4-star international-standard hotel in Batu Ampar (formerly branded as Novotel Batam, then Travelodge). Walking distance to the harbour, popular with business travellers and weekend visitors from Singapore.
Watersports, spa days, cultural tours — Batam has more than you think.
Everything you need to cross from Singapore — schedules, prices, operators.
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