About

Hello dear travellers,

You are welcome to GINTSUKA Hostel where you can have a friendly family service. We are here to serve the travelers who want to enjoy the vibrant life of Medan city and the beauty of the region around Medan such as Karo highland, Berastagi, Mount Sibayak, and Sinabung.

GINTSUKA hostel is a very convenient place to spend the night before you continue your journey to Lake Toba, Bukit Lawang, or Berastagi due to its proximity to Amplas bus station. It takes only a KUALANAMU-AMPLAS shuttle bus from Kualanamu airport to GINTSUKA hostel.

It is true that we are located on the outskirt of Medan city center but if you only need Medan as a transit point, we are undeniably the best situated. Having mentioned that, the other advantage of staying with us is that you can visit any point in Medan from our place without a hustle since all city minibuses in Medan are running to and from Amplas.

Never hesitate to take a minibus in Medan. Taking the city minibuses is the most common way for most locals to get around Medan city because it is both cheap and safe. Taking a minibus is also a good way for you to observe and to meet the locals. You just say: 'Medan Panas, ya? (Medan is hot, isn't it?)' to the person sitting across from you, and the next thing you know, he or she will flash those white teeth at you while answering back: Ya...panas'

Obrserving and experiencing the life of the Bataks are something that you can not afford to miss once you are in Medan.You can observe and experience the life of Karo people by visiting the villages around Kabanjahe, the capital of Karo regency. Kabanjahe is also a convinient post to climb Mount Sibayak and Sinabung.

If you wish to spend the nights in the villages of Karo people, we will arrange your accomodation with the villagers (many of them are our relatives). We can arrange your accommodations in the well known city of Berastagi as well.

See you at GINTSUKA hostel in Medan. We serve tea and coffee for free

Directions and map

Address : Jln.Sisingamangaraja Simpang Amplas 21, Timbang Deli, Medan, Indonesia

Directions:

1. From Kualanamu International Airport: Take the shuttle bus from the airport to Simpang Amplas.
2. From lake Toba: Get off at Simpang Amplas, Medan
3. From any location in Medan: Take a minibus to Amplas terminal

We are located near the street junction below Amplas flyover. Please do not leave the area below the Amplas flyover before you find us The property is the tallest building in the area.

House Rules

Check In

11:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 13:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Bicycle Parking
  • Airport Transfers
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Currency Exchange
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bicycle Hire
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Reviews

9.7Superb(21)
  • Value for Money
    9.7
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    9.7
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    8.9
Summary of traveller reviews

GINTSUKA Hostel Kualanamu is praised for its incredibly friendly and helpful staff, who go out of their way to assist with transportation and local tips. It's a great stopover location, especially for those travelling to or from the airport. Some guests noted noise from the nearby road.

Stayed in Jun 2026
8.9
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Anonymous
Female, 25-30, Australia
Simple, clean stay for one night before my flight. There’s not much around but very convenient with the buses. The lady was sweet and hospitable and helped me onto the correct bus. The room was very hot even with the fan and the bed hard. Be aware there is no wifi - usually not an issue for me but my phone plan had just finished. I was the only guest so felt a little unsettled at night for no reason except it was quiet and dark. Overall, good value for a one night stay between destinations.
Stayed in Jun 2026
9.1
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Daisy
Couple, 18-24, England
Comfortable bed for one night and felt safe. Owner wasn’t there but added me on WhatsApp so I could ask any questions I needed to. The owners sister was there in the morning and brought us tea and biscuits which was really nice! No running water or sink but it was okay as we had hand sanitiser.
Stayed in Apr 2026
10
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Anonymous
Female, 18-24, Sweden
Good place, strategically located very close to the bus station. The host is very hospitable, warm and willing to help with any questions you have. Walked me to the bus station twice, first to help me book the bus ticket and then to say goodbye. Simply the best, I warmly recommend.
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Location

Jl. Sisingamangaraja No.21, Timbang Deli, Medan, Indonesia
7.4km from city centre