Must-see hotels in Central Sulawesi

  • Lawaka Hotel

    Central Sulawesi

    An unexpected find in deeply provincial Ampana, Lawaka feels like a hip hostel with its zany decor, cool cafe and urban art-enriched rooms that face a…

  • Bahia Tomini

    Togean Islands

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

  • 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…

  • Dolidi Ndano Towale

    Central Sulawesi

    This beautifully designed place has lovely lakeside cottages in a wonderful location on a sandy beach. There's a jetty for waterside drinks and a fine…

  • Tompotika Dive Lodge

    Central Sulawesi

    The tightly built, polished wood bungalows on the beach at this all-inclusive top-notch dive resort are spacious and relaxing. The staff bend over…

  • Poki Poki

    Togean Islands

    On a slim sandy beach on the island's southwestern coast, these simple, attractive wood-and-bamboo bungalows have decent bedding and private bathrooms…

  • Sandy Bay Resort

    Togean Islands

    Brought to you by the same fine folk behind Marina in Ampana, this well-placed collection of wood bungalows with picture windows benefits from a long palm…

  • Black Marlin Dive Resort

    Togean Islands

    A well-designed whitewashed resort that has a good vibe thanks to its lounging areas and attractive restaurant, which are ideal for socialising. Bungalows…

  • Poya Lisa Cottages

    Togean Islands

    On its own narrow private island, this little paradise has two perfect beaches, some interesting cliffs, and a dozen or so big, simple wooden bungalows…

  • Marina Cottages

    Central Sulawesi

    About 3km northeast of central Ampana, these very well-maintained wooden cottages occupy a smooth pebble beach. Bumping up from a standard gives a…

  • Sanctum

    Togean Islands

    Comfortable little rooms (all with porches, some with shared bathrooms) on a slim black-sand beach, with reasonable rates and world-class diving on tap…

  • Fadhila Cottages

    Togean Islands

    Eighteen clean, wooden bungalows with terraces and hammocks line a palm-shaded beach facing either Katupat village or the ocean. There's a good PADI dive…

  • Harmony Bay Kadadiri

    Togean Islands

    At the secluded southwestern end of the island and facing its own beach, Harmony Bay has quality bungalows (the cheaper ones have shared bathroom while…

  • Penginapan Nasional

    Central Sulawesi

    New, clean, spacious rooms with ample common sitting areas make this a fine addition to the Wuasa lodging scene. The owner's daughter (who runs the place)…

  • Bolilanga Cottages

    Togean Islands

    On a tiny speck of a white-sand-beach isle facing Katupat village, this family-run place is a slice of true tranquillity. Wooden bungalows (from basic to…

  • Siuri Cottages

    Central Sulawesi

    Twenty kilometers southwest of Tentena, this isolated place is something of a time warp; its spacious, comfortable timber cottages are complete with…

  • Rama Garden Hotel

    Central Sulawesi

    This labyrinthine hotel can be confusing, though fortunately lots of plants, green spaces, a pool and a terrace dining area all help you relax as you hunt…

  • Prince John Dive Resort

    Central Sulawesi

    This long-loved resort is reason enough to come to Tanjung Karang. Three classes of rustic-chic wood-and-stone bungalows enjoy partial sea views (but not…

  • Victory Hotel

    Central Sulawesi

    A very friendly family-run place with a wide choice of (ageing) rooms, from cell-like cheapies to spacious options with hot water. Most travellers happily…

  • Lestari Cottages

    Togean Islands

    The setting here is spectacular, with jungle behind and a view in front of Malenge village, one of the prettiest stilt fishing villages in the archipelago…

  • Harmoni

    Central Sulawesi

    You have your choice of places offering bare wooden and bamboo bungalows with a mattress on the floor – lots of choices – but Harmoni stands out in one…

  • RM & Penginapan Sendy

    Central Sulawesi

    This attractive homestay has tidy rooms with screened windows, and a very helpful owner, Ibu Sendy. At the time of research, the attached restaurant was…

  • Sunset Beach

    Togean Islands

    Think of it as your starter Togean adventure. Not too far out to make things complicated and not so expensive that you scrutinise every flaw. The…

  • Estrella Hotel

    Central Sulawesi

    Overlooking Luwuk bay, around 6km south of the centre, this sleek convention hotel has great facilities and resort notions, including a fine pool, fitness…

  • Lia Beach

    Togean Islands

    Good for truly getting away from it all, the artistically presented, but not pretentious, gorgeous bamboo bungalows have everything you need to take a…

  • Nebula Cottages

    Central Sulawesi

    Tasteful, spacious wooden bungalows sit pretty in a coconut grove, close to the sea. The staff is eager to help and can arrange motorbike hire. Breakfast…

  • Grand Soho

    Central Sulawesi

    Sporting a breezy rooftop terrace overlooking the city, this new(ish) business hotel keeps it simple but clean. Alarmingly it is showing a little more…

  • Danau Poso Resort

    Central Sulawesi

    A new, modern, colourful hotel with breezy dining area and pool next to the lake. The large comfortable rooms climb the slope away from the water. Staff…

  • Togean Pulotiga

    Togean Islands

    Kind of a haul to get to and a bit isolated, this simple place at the end of the line has a sparkling white sand beach and decent snorkelling out front…

  • Ninos Homestay

    Togean Islands

    This homestay on Una Una comes highly recommended by travellers on account of price, comfort and delicious home-cooked food. Sanctum can help you get in…

  • Sera Beach Cottages

    Togean Islands

    On the north side of the island, situated on a lovely white-sand beach held in place by a seawall, Sera's provides well-built thatched bungalows (some in…

  • Pendolo Cottages

    Pendolo

    About 1km east of the village centre, this rustic place has detached bungalows and gets good marks for service and ambience.

  • Oasis Hotel

    Central Sulawesi

    Close to the ferry for the Togean Islands, Oasis' shabby yet functional rooms have almost run their course. Stay here if you value cost over everything…

  • Hotel Natuna Poso

    Central Sulawesi

    This bipolar place on a quiet suburban lane has spacious but rundown rooms with thin walls, and cute but well-loved cottages. All have air-conditioning …

  • Hotel Sentral

    Central Sulawesi

    Dependable but tired options in this venerable downtown location have seating in front of your room and some attempts at greenery. Restaurants and a large…

  • Armada Losmen

    Central Sulawesi

    Right on the main drag, this losmen has a wide selection of bland but acceptably clean rooms tended by indifferent staff.