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Pelabuhan Ratu is a town of 110,00 people (2020) in the Sukabumi region, at the south coast of Western Java, Indonesia. It is known for its fishing port, beaches, and surfing spot.
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A national geopark at Pelabuhan Ratu, spread over 8 sub-districts (Indonesian: Kecamatan) and 74 villages. The park is a part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network. Exotic waterfalls, cliffs, and a horseshoe-shaped amphitheatre with a view of the Indian Ocean are the main attractions here.
Padang style restaurant.
Samudra Beach Hotel
The largest hotel of the town. Four-star hotel with swimming pool. The hotel is well known for keeping room 308 dedicated to the Queen of the South Sea.
Beach hotel with playground, spa, and seafood restaurant.
Hotel with swimming pool, restaurant, and private beach.
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By train
Take the commuter line to Bogor Station first, from here you can take the train straight to Sukabumi Station Bogor_railway_station Pangrango_(train)
By bus
In Pelabuhan Ratu, buses arrive at the Pelabuhan Ratu bus terminal. From Jakarta, the easiest way to reach Pelabuhan ratu is to take bus to Bogor first.
By plane
The airport of Pelabuhan Ratu is not operational yet. The nearest airports are in Jakarta and Bandung.
Public transportation in Pelabuhan Ratu is limited. During daylight, you can get around by angkot (public minivan).
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