Despite the scorching AC at this Surabaya XXI, I'd still go for the 40,000 ticket!
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2026-02-01
Discover the super affordable XXI cinema at Surabaya's Transmart Rungkut, a quiet escape from the bustling mall. Its main draw is the incredible value, with weekend tickets priced at just 40,000 IDR! While it boasts a clean environment and quality audio, be warned: the air conditioning is notoriously unreliable. This spot is a top choice for budget-friendly movie dates, but you might have to brave the heat for the bargain.
Transmart Rungkut on weekends is simply a living hell, so crowded that I question my life choices... Every time I come, I want to turn around and leave. But miraculously, as long as you go up to the fourth floor, and step into the XXI area, the world instantly becomes quiet. 😂
King of Value for Money Hidden in the Bustling City
To be honest, this XXI is considered one of the newer ones in Surabaya[1]. Although the lobby is small, it's a different world inside. The overall environment is clean and comfortable, which is consistent with XXI's usual reliable performance[2]. The audio-visual equipment is all high-standard, Mantap! Popcorn and drinks are also on point, perfect for a date or coming to Nongkrong with friends.
The most crucial thing is the price! Can you believe it? Weekend tickets are only 40,000 Indonesian Rupiah[3]! In this era of soaring prices, it's simply incredibly conscientious, much cheaper than other XXI cinemas in Surabaya.
However, I still have to air out some complaints...
Now that the pros are covered, the cons must also be brought to light. The biggest bug with this place is the air conditioning in some of the screening rooms, it's really Anjay... sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, last time I watched a movie, I almost fainted from the heat[4], families with children might need to pay special attention.
Another thing is parking, friends who drive, be prepared, the good spots near the main entrance are basically all taken by valet parking[5], you might have to park far away and walk over.
Pitfall Avoidance Guide & Money-Saving Tips
So, here are some key takeaways for you girls:
Overall, although it has a few minor flaws, but for the sake of the price, I'll still add it to my 'budget-friendly date spots' list! 👍
- 1. If you're looking for a bargain, go for it: If you're looking for ultimate value for money, this is definitely the top choice. For 40,000 Rupiah of happiness, what more could you ask for?
- 2. Heat-sensitive people, choose carefully: If you're sensitive to heat like me, or if you're wearing a lot that day, then you'll have to pray you don't get assigned to that 'sauna room'. 🤣
- 3. Go during off-peak hours: Although the mall is packed on weekends, the cinema itself is fine and not too crowded[6]. If you want to avoid crowds, coming on a weekday will provide a better experience.
- Weekend movies for just 40k IDR [1]! In today's economy, this Surabaya cinema is a rare, budget-friendly gem – an absolute steal.
- Escape the mall crowds! Head to XXI on the 4th floor for a peaceful cinematic oasis [2] – a true urban sanctuary.
- Don't let the low price fool you; the cinema maintains XXI's usual high standards [3]. Clean, comfy halls with top-notch AV, plus great popcorn & drinks!
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