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Sumatra Thomas Leaf Monkey Guesthouse & Jungle Trek

Bukit Lawang

Sumatra Thomas Leaf Monkey Guesthouse & Jungle Trek is set in Bukit Lawang. This homestay offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Words could not describe how amazing was our experience. Since we arrived, Bryan welcomed us with a very big smile and kindness. The food, the location, the room, everything was perfect and way beyond our expectations. The jungle trekking with the staff of Sumatra Thomas Leaf Monkey was anonther level of perfection. Rachid and Gunawan were more than professional and helpful during the whole trip, big thanks to them. The trek was wonderful, the food also was so delicious , the lunch and the dinner in the camp where we had a special member of the team who cooked for us traditional dishes. We highly recommend both the guesthouse and the trip in the jungle with this super team. Thank you a lot for this lifetime memorable experience.

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9.2
Superb
213 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

The view padang, Amazing view, food, drink, sleep, transport, 8 mins Mentawai fast ferry

Padang

Situated in Padang and only 1.2 km from Air Manis Beach, The view padang, Amazing view, food, drink, sleep, transport, 8 mins Mentawai fast ferry features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated guest house features a building dating back to 2020, which is 4.9 km from the Siti Nurbaya Bridge. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. It is just great! The family makes you feel at home and nothing is too much to help you. I can really recommend staying here!

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9.2
Superb
183 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Sumatra Orangutan Discovery Villa

Bukit Lawang

With mountain views, Sumatra Orangutan Discovery Villa is situated in Bukit Lawang and has a restaurant, full-day security, bar, garden, sun terrace and picnic area. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The rooms are fitted with a balcony with garden views and free WiFi. Best place ever to chill and feel part of the jungle. I did not want to leave. The food is incredible and all the team are so friendly. Recommend to book your jungle trek also, we did 2 days which was perfect. Amazing experience and amazing spot. Thank you :)

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9.4
Superb
144 reviews

Santi Garden Bungalows

Iboih

Situated in Iboih, 200 metres from Iboih Beach, Santi Garden Bungalows features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a private beach area. All rooms are fitted with a balcony with garden views and free WiFi. Our 9 days stay in Santi Garden bungalows was absolutely amazing The bungalow had enough space for the 3 of us, the veranda with the hammock was perfect to relax and admire the views to the sea and Rubiah island.The feeling of staying in the jungle listening the birds and watching the monkeys was a unique experience. The location was perfect just 5 minutes walk to the village of Ipoh, and Olala restaurant. next to the hotel had nice reasonable priced food and marvelous views Santi was really helpful answering all our questions before our arrival and giving us helpful information during our stay Robi was also always around to help and arrange everything we needed We will always remember these kind people who made our stay to the beautiful island of Palaw Weh the best experience we had in our 2 months trip in Malaysia and Indonesia We'll soon come back!!!

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9
Superb
277 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Lala Hostel

Banda Aceh

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Lala Hostel is located in Banda Aceh, 4.8 km from Harapan Bangsa Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. This hostel is done in the modern format which ensures you have everything you need to stay here with ease. the hostel is new too, so the shower head actually sprays straight and the faucet is easy to open and close. Little details to a long way and this hostel has it all. The owners and management have traveled the southwest asia backpacker circuit so they incorporated all the things you’ll hope to find here. Also it must be said that the staff are helpful and friendly and went out of their way to help me while I was here. There’s some small “common” space at the front and back to relax and just next door you also have a modern coffee shop where you’re also likely to relax and take in some of the local experience.

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9.5
Exceptional
148 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Iboih inn 1 stars

Sabang

Set in Sabang, 400 metres from Iboih Beach, Iboih inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the 1-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The resort has a private beach area. The family who runs the resort. Lisa and her husband are just the best hosts. Taking care of every single detail. From booking to making sure you make your flight back with no drama. The staff is also full of beautiful human beings. Lisa will take care of everything. Take into account that communication in the island is a little difficult with the service providers. Lisa will make sure everything runs smoothly. I booked the dolphin tour but didn’t wait up on time. Lisa woke me up and of course I pretended I was awake already. I was wearing my tshirt up side down.. nobody in the tour or Lisa believed me.. Note: please don’t be cheap. I saw people training to bargain five euros.. please don’t. It is a hard business and you are getting a lot for your money. Be nice, respectful and generous . They work very hard

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9.3
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

Smiley's Homestay 5 stars

Berastagi

Featuring mountain views, Smiley's Homestay is set in Berastagi, 24 km from Mount Sinabung. This 5-star homestay offers free shuttle service and a housekeeping service. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Loved everything about it! Smiley and his wife are exceptional host. The food is amazing. They both are super helpful and knowledgeable when it comes to things to do in the area, where to visit next and how to actually make it there.

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9.2
Superb
190 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Batu Kapal Guest House & Jungle trekking

Bukit Lawang

Batu Kapal Guest House & Jungle trekking offers an accommodation in Bukit Lawang by the Landark River overlooking Leuser National Park. The hotel has a terrace and views of the mountain, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Price, Staff, food and accommodation was sooo nice, nature bath in the river, jungle road to place. Live in a deep nature-that’s what I really want in Bukit Lawang. Owner Bayu and his team help me with everything, I will come back brothers

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9.5
Exceptional
127 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Charlys little House

Bukit Lawang

A recently renovated guest house set in Bukit Lawang, Charlys little House features a bar. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house offers river views and a sun terrace. Location was good and room was comfortable enough. Nice balcony.

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9.6
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

2 BR Apartment Grand Jati Junction Medan view City 12th Floor

Medan

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, 2 BR Apartment Grand Jati Junction Medan view City 12th Floor is set in Medan. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. There is private parking and the property offers an electric vehicle charging station. Just like the picture, pool is really beautiful, beds were comfortable. Really loved it!

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9.3
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

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