Must-see hotels in Indonesia

  • Gili Meno Eco Hostel

    Gili Meno

    A fantasy in driftwood, bamboo and coconut-palm thatch, this is the place you dream about when you're stuck in the freezing cold at home waiting for a…

  • Bali Silent Retreat

    West Bali

    Set amid gorgeous scenery, this place is just what its name says: somewhere to meditate, practise yoga, go on nature walks and more – all in total silence…

  • Matahari Beach Resort

    North Bali

    This lovely beachside resort, on the quieter east end of the bay, is set in spacious and verdant grounds. Widely spaced bungalows are works of traditional…

  • Thousand Hills Guest House

    Gunung Leuser National Park

    The first Ketambe guesthouse you'll come across if approaching from the south and the most charming of its accommodation options, this place consists of…

  • Adhisthana

    Yogyakarta

    Featuring an intriguing juxtaposition of colonial house and designer hotel, the facade of this elegant option is strikingly decorated with a fun…

  • Savoy Homann Hotel

    Bandung

    Dating back to 1921, this wonderful-looking hotel has a superb sweeping facade and a palm-tree-filled atrium, while the impressively large and bright…

  • Meno Dream Resort

    Gili Meno

    This intimate property has just five bungalows surrounding a central pool and tranquil garden. Each has a unique character with art on the walls, gorgeous…

  • Samaya

    Seminyak

    Understated yet cultured, the Samaya is one of the best bets for a villa right on the beach in south Bali. It boasts 52 villas in a luxurious contemporary…

  • Tevana House Reef

    South Sulawesi

    Elevating the area's offerings to a higher plane, Tevana's attention to detail is palpable in everything from their exquisitely landscaped cliffside…

  • Buah Bali Villas

    Kerobokan

    This small development has only seven villas, which range in size from one to two bedrooms. Like the many other nearby villa hotels, each unit has a…

  • Uluwatu Cottages

    Bukit Peninsula

    Fourteen bungalows are spread across a large site right on the cliff, just 400m east of the Ulu Watu cafes (about 200m off Jl Labuan Sait). The units are…

  • Hogorasuok Guesthouse

    Baliem Valley

    On a quiet block just a short walk from the airport, this quaint guesthouse is the best backpacker option in town. There are just six rooms that are…

  • Sejuk Cottages

    Gili Air

    Thirteen well-built, tastefully designed thatched lumbung (rice-barn) cottages, and pretty two- and three-storey cottages (some have rooftop living rooms)…

  • Livingroom Hostel

    South Lombok

    Centrally located Livingroom is everything you'd want in a hostel. It's got an eclectic bar with swings for seats, home-baked bread for breakfast, clean…

  • Un's Hotel

    Kuta & Legian

    A hidden entrance sets the tone for the secluded feel of Un's, a two-storey place with bougainvillea spilling over the pool-facing balconies. The 30…

  • Samsara Homestay

    Karimunjawa Islands

    This super-friendly budget homestay works a kind of magic on guests: those who check in for a night invariably end up staying two or more. The friendly,…

  • Kuta B&B Plus

    Kuta & Legian

    There are nine comfortable rooms in this fine guesthouse on a busy Kuta corner – it has all the basics. It's a 10-minute walk from the beach and a 10…

  • Three Win Homestay

    Ubud

    Putu, her husband Sampo and her father Nyoman are understandably proud of the five modern guest rooms in their family compound. These have tile floors,…

  • Gili Beach Bum Hotel

    Gili Trawangan

    This co-ed dorm complex has 19 triple rooms, some under a thatched Torajan-style roof. The rooms have concrete floors, high ceilings, lockers and their…

  • Yuli's Homestay

    South Lombok

    The 32 rooms at this ever-expanding place are immaculately clean, spacious and nicely furnished with huge beds and wardrobes. It also has big front…

  • Bahia Tomini

    Togean Islands

    Facing a secluded Malenge beach, this wonderful castaway location features four beautifully created seafacing wooden bungalows. The whole tiny operation…

  • Sulawesi Castle

    Tana Toraja

    Modern, comfortable rooms with splashes of colour and thoughtful touches make this sparkling new towering orange guesthouse a winner; the exceedingly…

  • Blu d'aMare

    Gili Trawangan

    At Blu d'aMare you can bed down in one of five lovely 1920s Javanese houses (joglo). Features include gorgeous old wood floors, queen beds, and freshwater…

  • Lara Homestay

    South Lombok

    This excellent family-run guesthouse is on a quiet, tree-shaded back lane close to the heart of Kuta. Service could not be cheerier. Rooms in the…

  • Hang Five Canggu Hostel

    Canggu

    Away from Canggu's hubbub, this modern hostel has six rooms facing a courtyard with a serene pool. Owner Hanafi is a local tourism legend. Popular Pantai…

  • Wilson's Retreat

    Gili Trawangan

    Wilson's has 16 rooms plus four villas with private pools. The setting is expansive, stylish and classy, but it still manages some Gili languor. The…

  • Hotel Ayu Lili Garden

    Kuta & Legian

    In a relatively quiet area near the beach, this vintage family-run hotel has 22 bungalow-style rooms. Standards are high and for a little bit extra you…

  • Banyan Tree Bintan

    Pulau Bintan

    The private and privileged Banyan Tree has famed spa facilities and is a high-powered retreat deep in the jungle. The hotel shares a 900m-long beach with…

  • Pemedal Beach

    Nusa Lembongan

    A lovely affordable option if you want to be near a sandy beach; the 20 bungalows are set back a bit from the infinity pool.

  • Rainforest Lodge

    Gunung Leuser National Park

    Rainforest Lodge has simple but pleasant bungalows along a river in beautiful jungle surrounds, with plenty of opportunities for wildlife-spotting. Let Mr…

  • Praikamarru Guest House

    Sumba

    Run by an Australian who married a local king and now welcomes guests into village life. Stay in one of two spacious bamboo bungalows with alang alang…

  • Warung Baru Homestay

    Solo

    Hidden down a small gang (alley) off Jl Ahmad Dahlan, this unique guesthouse, run by a delightful, charismatic owner, offers four exceptional-value rooms…

  • Lavalon Cafe & Hostel

    Kupang

    Run by living Nusa Tenggara encyclopedia and former Indonesian film star Edwin Lerrick, Lavalon is Kupang's best-value accommodation. Rooms are worn but…

  • Sumba Sunset Home Stay

    Sumba

    When you see the surfboard sign, turn into this homestay roosting above Kerewe Beach. Each of the four, traditional bungalows has a different bed set up…

  • Oro Beach Houses & Restaurant

    Sumba

    On four wild beachfront hectares, you can nest in a circular thatched bungalow with canopied driftwood beds and outdoor bathrooms. Oro offers excellent…

  • Kri Eco Resort

    Raja Ampat Islands

    Kri Eco is the original Raja Ampat dive lodge. It’s a professional operation with a gorgeous setting; baby black-tip reef sharks are frequently seen…

  • Back to Nature

    Bukit Lawang

    Living up to its name, this lodge is set on a gorgeous bend in the river a 45-minute walk from civilisation. Aca, the eco-minded owner, has preserved a…

  • Trikora Beach Club

    Pulau Bintan

    Rustic whitewashed beach huts and a white sandy beach make this chillaxed resort popular with visitors from neighbouring Singapore looking for a quick,…

  • Kampong Tourist

    Malang

    The owners of this superb backpacking place have fashioned an excellent hostel on the rooftop of Hotel Helios. Dorm beds are comfy (and interestingly…

  • Kadidiri Paradise Resort

    Togean Islands

    Kadidiri Paradise basks in a stunning location fronted by a small beach and a long private jetty that's perfect for snorkelling. The timber bungalows vary…

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