Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe is located in a small village of Bukit Lawang in the Sumatra Region. Located next to the Bohorok River and opposite of the Mount Leuser National Park, this boutique accommodations is surrounded by lush tropical forest. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant with a view of the jungle and the mountain. Each room has a balcony with garden, mountain, and river views. All units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. The beds are equipped with mosquito nets. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a hot/cold shower. Rooms are serviced daily. You will find luggage storage space at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as swimming, cycling, fishing and hiking. The guest house also offers car hire and airport transfer at additional charges. Kualanamu International Airport is 53 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.9
High score for Bukit Lawang
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  • Thomas
    United States of America United States of America
    Kupu Kupu Garden is nestled amidst the jungle, directly beside the river. It's approximately a 15-minute walk to town (30 minutes from the car drop-off point). Our room featured a balcony and a hammock, providing a delightful spot for relaxation...
  • Tom
    Indonesia Indonesia
    We love everything about this place. It's our second visit and I would come back anytime. The location is spectacular and the views from the room are amazing. Such a haven of peace and quiet. You can cool down in the river just in front of the...
  • Mustafa
    Turkey Turkey
    The location is the best in Bukit Lawang. The staff is really really nice and friendly. The food is amazing. They made my stay feel like home. Riski is a great host. Arif is a terrific jungle guide.

Managed by Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe Team

Company review score: 10Based on 32 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

In 2009 the creation of Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe in Bukit Lawang began. Built by local Bukit Lawang people a unique space was created. that can provide you with a unique experience, jungle adventures for travellers/tourists from all over the world. A true jungle adventure, a memory forever! The Kupu kupu Garden Guest House Team can assist you to organise transport, orangutan treks into the jungle and tours to surrounding areas in North Sumatra and provide for you a cultural and adventurous jungle experience. They can assist you to organise a personalised travel itinerary. At Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe, the team of local guides and other workers are focused on providing tourism services with the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

Property info

Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe located just outside Bukit Lawang village is a boutique, rustic, small eco-friendly tourism business. Set in a tranquil location surrounded by lush tropical rainforest on the edge of the Bohorok River with fresh, clean, flowing refreshing water and opposite Mt Leuser National Park, a 1,000,000 hectare UNESCO world heritage listed wilderness. This is a magical location and the perfect base for your jungle experiences and adventures - trek to meet the local Sumatran orangutan and other wildlife, tube / raft down the river, indulge in delicious Indonesian cuisine, relax, swim, explore and more ... Our boutique style guest house features 4 rooms, 2 deluxe rooms that are great for families and 1 deluxe double room. These rooms feature private bathrooms with hot water showers, a bar fridge and a secured safe deposit box, indoor and outdoor balcony seating areas to relax in when you are not out exploring. We also have 1 basic budget double room (currently with a cold water shower only). Free wifi is available in the communal areas. In our communal cafe area you can order food and drinks, play games, chat with guests and our workers.

Neighborhood info

People from all around the world are attracted to Bukit Lawang. A most favoured activity is trekking and camping in the National Park's tropical rain forest. People have the opportunity to view many animals in their natural habitat and see exotic plants. Sumatran orangutans, gibbons (white handed, black/siamang, the 100 gibbon), Thomas Leaf Monkeys (endemic to North Sumatra), pig-tail and long-tail macaque monkeys, numerous birds including hornbills, eagles, argus pheasants and owls, numerous lizards and geckos including the large monitor lizards are often sighted. Water sport activities, swimming, rafting and tubing are also very popular. People can also experience a village agricultural/ cultural tour, travelling in a becak or riding a bycicle, exploring local farming and cottage industries. Learn about soya milk, tofu, tempe, palm sugar manufacturing, tropical fruit trees, cocoa (chocolate) trees, rubber trees and rice paddy fields. Visit the local Friday market. Try out woodcarving and coconut jewellery making. Learn how to cook your favourite Indonesian food. Relax and laze about in hammocks, chat with locals, enjoy the sounds of the jungle and the local musicians.

Languages Spoken

English,Indonesian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Kupu-Kupu Garden Cafe
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • River view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wired internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Indonesian

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Rp 100 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe

  • Check-in at Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe has 1 restaurant:

    • Kupu-Kupu Garden Cafe

  • Yes, Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe is 0.8 miles from the center of Bukit Lawang. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Beachfront
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Live music/Performance
    • Walking tours
    • Beach
    • Cooking class
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Bike tours

  • Room options at Kupu Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe include:

    • Family
    • Double