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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. The place its really nice. Sometimes the monkeys come to eat and play around so good luck! The food its also very good and Brian its the best host

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9.2
Superb
190 reviews
Price from
£9
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. The view is superb right from the room balcony. The hosts are great with their hospitality and personalised services. You feel like home right away. We chit chat everyday like an old friend. Breakfast is nice too. The guesthouse is on Gado-Gado hill and it is close to the paragliding base. Perfect sunset view.

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9.3
Superb
126 reviews
Price from
£14
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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9.5
Exceptional
116 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

SeaGate Bungalows

Sabang

Providing garden views, SeaGate Bungalows in Sabang provides accommodation, a private beach area and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. I have stayed 4 days at SeaGate bungalows and it’s a beautiful place, I didn’t want to leave. Borja y Yuyun (the owners) are very caring and even after just few days the place felt more like a home away from home. It’s one of the best places I have stayed and I highly recommend it!

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9.9
Exceptional
106 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

Juma cottages

Tuk Tuk

Set in Tuk Tuk in the Sumatra region, Juma cottages features a garden. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.

All units in the guest house are fitted with a kettle. Some units feature a terrace and/or a balcony with lake views. The units at the guest house come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Scene is very beautiful.quite place.staff is good

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9.1
Superb
186 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Kaesa Homestay

Berastagi

Situated in Berastagi, 25 km from Mount Sinabung, Kaesa Homestay features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

All units at the homestay are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. Each unit is equipped with a private bathroom. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. The family that runs the homestay are nice and knowledgeable and happy to give advice on my stay in Beristagi. The mum also took the time to take me along with part of her day because I was interested in shopping at the traditional market. My stay was very comfortable and I highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay

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9.4
Superb
649 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Sumatra Cheeky Monkeys

Bukit Lawang

Situated in Bukit Lawang, Sumatra Cheeky Monkeys features accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the picnic area or the barbecue, or enjoy views of the lake and river. I stayed at the place for 2 nights, had a great tour with two guides working with the cheeky monkey. We saw monkeys, Orangutans(my two guides found them after about 2 hours of Trekking in the jungle), turtle, insects, plants, did a great tour for one day. Including rafting for about +/- 50 Euros/USD. The food in the cheeky monkey is quite expensive compared to other places in bukit lawang but it was really good. It definitely a recommendation, try the Gado-Gado - a vegetarian food. Chris from Austria

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9
Superb
130 reviews
Price from
£7
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 homestay features family rooms. When you leave Smiley homestay you feel enriched, yet like you are loosing something. Meeting people like Smiley, Cecilia, their family and friends is what I travel for. The knowledge, the stories and experiences shared in these few days will stay with me forever. The tours with Smiley and Triima are so fun and authentic. If you'll come to Berastagi without staying here, you will miss out! + the breakfast is delicious and the bed very comfy.

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9.3
Superb
161 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Fun Family Guest House n Jungle Tour 2 stars

Bukit Lawang

Fun Family Guest House n Jungle Tour is offering accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. This 2-star guest house offers private entrance. Accommodation with a great view and a great restaurant right across the river. The owner, Putra, was very helpful and positive. There was nothing he couldn't arrange. I especially recommend going on a jungle trek with him because he definitely knows what he's doing.

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9
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
£3
per night

Walur Surf Villa

Krui

Situated in Krui, Walur Surf Villa offers beachfront accommodation a few steps from Walur Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden and barbecue facilities. This homestay features free private parking and room service. This was an awesome place to stay, it’s clean and simple in a great location. However, what sets this villa apart is the owner, Frenki. He is very kind and is able to help you with anything you need. He organized us car rides, scooter rentals, and visa extensions. During our stay we got sick, he took us to the doctor and helped us get antibiotics. At the hospital my brother needed stitches, he dropped everything to come right away to help us. Night after night he showed us great local places to eat. Frenki really cares about his guests and wants them to enjoy krui. I would highly recommend staying here!

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

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