West Sumatra
Zacky's new lodge opened in 2018. Located 2km south of town, it looks to be the pick of places to stay around Lempur Tengah. Its setting is superb,…
West Sumatra
Zacky's new lodge opened in 2018. Located 2km south of town, it looks to be the pick of places to stay around Lempur Tengah. Its setting is superb,…
Canggu
The Canggu boom has caught up with this well-run 40-room beachfront resort. The grounds are shaded by palms and the pool borders the beach. The best rooms…
Gili Meno
Attractive bungalows in a tree-shaded compound are the headline feature in this unassuming but welcoming resort, which went through a major rebuild after…
Kuta & Legian
The 42 rooms here are in a three-storey block overlooking a pleasant-enough pool area. The location manages to be quiet amid the greater hubbub. The…
Gunung Leuser National Park
Here you’ll find a range of good-value Karo-style bungalows, some of which back onto nature and overlook the river – Room 5 is the pick. Ayuni and her…
Flores
This friendly guesthouse (with a hostel vibe) fulfils its motto, 'feel like home', thanks to the helpful staff. There are 15 basic rooms and 11 private…
Ubud
Terraced down a hill, this lovely little hideaway has a mix of rooms, cottages and pool villas, all with a pleasing veneer of Balinese style. The property…
South Sulawesi
Walk straight past the old building (now the smoking rooms) to the sparkling new block out back where the sharp business rooms sport spring beds, wall art…
Manado
Sometimes after a long day on a bus you just want a quality bed in a quiet, clean room run by professional staff. Doesn't hurt that it's got a great…
Sumatra
Right in front of the Keyhole, an easy paddle from the Point and Indicator, this boutique option run by a friendly, local surfer consists of two spacious…
Gili Trawangan
Should the vibe surprise you, given the name? Commune with the spirit of the Dead, drop out with Baez and turn on with Hendrix in 12 good-value rooms with…
Ubud
Close to the central Ubud action but far enough removed to offer a tranquil retreat, this hotel offers an array of well-equipped rooms and more-luxurious…
Manado
This resort 6km north of Manado has a warm, welcoming atmosphere with its recently upgraded facilities all spacious and well presented. Chill by the lush…
Kalimantan
These family-run seafront cottages, just south of the main jetty, are a bargain by Maratua's pricey standards. It's a simple place offering breakfast and…
Gili Air
Among the outcrop of driftwood-decorated beach cafes and guesthouses strung along the coast north of Blue Marine Dive Centre, Youpy has some of the best…
Lovina
Enjoy views of the sea from the upstairs rooms; the best of the 26 have air-con and hot water; large bungalows are quite nice as is the pool and cafe. An…
Lovina
One of the best choices in the heart of Kalibukbuk, the Sea Breeze has five bungalows and two rooms by the pool and the beach, some with sensational views…
Kuta & Legian
Follow a series of paths into the heart of old Legian; when you hear the rustle of palms overhead, you're close to this guesthouse in a garden with five…
Nusa Lembongan
Twelve modern-style bungalows surround a large pool in a serene compound with fast-growing vegetation. The units have terraces and sitting areas; some…
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)…
Gili Trawangan
Twelve bungalow-style units are crowded into a tight site around a pool. However, through clever design, each unit feels private. The rooms are…
East Java
Behind a terracotta-roofed family house is a series of wooden cabin rooms, which, though spartan, are polished clean and have good mattresses and attached…
Padang
Centally located, this post-earthquake business hotel has modern and fairly spacious rooms decorated with subtle Japanese touches. Selling points are its…
Nusa Lembongan
This small property is less than 100m from the beach. Four bungalows sit in a small, lush garden; each has an open-air bathroom and a secluded terrace…
Ubud
Set in a quiet location, this well-maintained hotel offers well-sized rooms with excellent amenities (kettle, satellite TV, free minibar). Facilities…
Sumatra
About 1.5km south of Gunung Sitoli, Miga sits right on a small beach (which unfortunately often has rubbish on it), and has comfortable rooms that are…
Gili Air
The swath of beach on the sunset side of Gili Air is still fairly quiet, and this bungalow compound is a fine place to enjoy it. The eight (slightly…
West Java
An upgrade from the other beach bungalows is this laid-back choice across the road from the beach, with spartan rooms with attached bathroom, a porch to…
Sanur
Run by a friendly family, this mellow guesthouse is set in a lovely bird-filled garden full of palms and flowers. Rooms vary in standards (some cold water…
Gili Meno
A blindingly whitewashed modern pearl with resort service and 19 rooms featuring attractive rough-cut marble patios and white- and washed-wood furnishings…
Senggigi
A spotless, centrally located budget option above a tasty Indonesian restaurant of the same name. The large, tiled rooms have some nice local touches and…
Sanur
High-style on the far side from the beach, this four-storey hotel is a dramatic addition to Sanur's main drag. The 42 rooms are capacious, have balconies…
Sumbawa
Sleep to the sounds of lapping waves in one of five stilted bungalows, each with a sturdy wooden frame, stone-tiled bathroom and covered deck facing the…
Kalimantan
This traditional, boutique-style hotel with warm wooden accents enjoys a fine central riverside location. The gardens and pool area are delightful and the…
Kalimantan
Avilla is a decent midranger on the main road through the city. Rooms are simple but comfortable for the price and there's a pool out back, accessed via…
Papua
The best deal in Nabire is this charming hotel, though guests in the less expensive rooms go without hot water or sinks. The staff couldn't be more…
Borobudur
This recommended guesthouse comprises neat cottages with teak ceilings in a delightful location amid the rice fields. Helpful staff can help arrange…
Gili Trawangan
Exposed brick walls, repurposed wood, tiled floors and a rainbow of colours – that's the design formula at this quirky, eye-pleasing hostel. Some beds are…
Sanur
The only thing between you and the beach is a small shrine. Beyond the lounging porches, the multihued carved Balinese doors don't prepare you for the…
North Sumatra
A welcoming cheapie with spacious, comfortable rooms (but temperamental plumbing) and a rooftop hang-out: watch out for monkeys. It’s ideal for catching…