A good location for a relaxing holiday in Rantepao, Mama Tia Family Homestay is a homestay surrounded by views of the mountain. The property features a garden, shared lounge and parking on-site among other facilities. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The homestay features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. At the homestay, units include a desk. With a shared bathroom, units at the homestay also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the homestay, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the homestay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Rantepao
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  • Anja
    Germany Germany
    Yacob and his Family take really good care of their guests . Yacob is well connected in the area and took us to several ceremonies, caves and other interesting places . The food which was freshly cooked was tasty and fresh. I would recommend the...
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I had a wonderful stay at Mana tias🙏 Great private room good dinner and inclusive breakfast and friendly staff who guided me around Toraja including a funeral ceremony! Don’t hesitate to book your stay and Toraja tour with Mama tia🙏
  • Jasper
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Wonderful homestay, run by a lovely family. Highly recommend their (small-group) English-guided tours to the funerals (and landscape), which are offered for a very, very reasonable price and offer such a good explanation of the Toraja culture....

Managed by Yacob Kakke (Local Guide)

Company review score: 9.7Based on 160 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hello. My name is Yacob Kakke and I live with my wife Desi (called "Mama Tia" by the people of the village). We have 5 children. We were born and raised in Ba'tan, a village 2km from Rantepao, where we still live. Mama Tia Homestay is our family house. I am a tour Guide and people often asked me if they could stay at my place, meet my family and experience the daily life of locals. That's why we started Mama Tia Homestay in 2017. Our house quickly became popular and during the 2018 high-season

Property information

Are you looking for an inexpensive home stay in Rantepao? Mama Tia Home stay is just 2 kilometers away from the center (15 minutes by walk, 5 minutes by scooter) of the town in a quiet and green spot in the middle of rice fields. and the host also professional guide if u want to know more about toraja he will explain to you. an unforgettable stay By staying with us you will discover Torajan hospitality! We have a simple house and a big heart. We promise you a warm welcome and great memories of your stay in Sulawesi Toraja bed and breakfast in rantepao Breakfast is included and you are always welcome to share lunch and dinner with our family. Mama Tia is a great cook! motorbike and car rental Mama Tia Homestay is the perfect base to visit the Torajan region. We offer guided tours taking in all the places of interest in the area as well as motorbike and car rental services for those that prefer to explore on their own

Languages spoken

English,French,Indonesian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Mama Tia Family Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Good free WiFi 42 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Transport
    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Mosquito net
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Car hire
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Lower bathroom sink
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Indonesian

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Mama Tia Family Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 00:00 to 23:30

    Check-out

    From 00:00 to 23:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    4+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rp 100,000 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    FAQs about Mama Tia Family Homestay

    • Check-in at Mama Tia Family Homestay is from 00:00, and check-out is until 23:30.

    • The prices at Mama Tia Family Homestay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Mama Tia Family Homestay is 1.4 miles from the centre of Rantepao. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Mama Tia Family Homestay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
      • Cooking class