Hotel Candi Baru is a boutique hotel strategically located in the Candi residential area, the highland of Semarang city. It was first opened by Van Demen Wars from Netherlands in 1919 during the Dutch colonization. The hotel has changed names and ownership several times since 1942. In 2002, Hotel Candi Baru was acquired by SidoMuncul group up until now. Nowadays, the hotel still attracts a diverse crowd of foreign tourists due to its nostalgic charm.

The hotel features 20 guestrooms ranging in size from 25 m2 to 100 m2, equipped with modern amenities, air conditioning and satellite TV. Some rooms that are located on the second floor offer views to the Semarang City. Guests also have Kedai Kopi Oma and other F&B outlets at their doorstep. There is also a medium-sized ballroom adjacent to the lobby area that is available for meetings and any occasions. Free private parking is also available on site.

Hotel Candi Baru offers visitors a taste of 19th century life through its architecture and interior details. It features high-vaulted ceilings, wooden decorations, old-fashion patterned tiles and other restored colonial detailing. Even though it has been renovated several times to meet the changing needs of modern lifestyle, the classic facades are likely to remain untouched. The renovation project was not only dedicated to sport a fresh look for guests, but also to restore the historic, century-old hotel and the rehabilitation of its sculptural elements. The colonial-era architecture and a rich history set Hotel Candi Baru apart from other boutique hotels in Semarang.