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Reviews of Santen Beach Bungalows

Jl. Raya Toya Pakeh - Ped, Banjar Nyuh, Desa Ped, Kecamatan Nusa Penida, 80771 Nusa Penida, Indonesia

#131 of 197 B&Bs and Inns in Nusa Penida

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Review score

Based on 137 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: 5 September 2024

    9.0
    Rustic and authentic oceanfront stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a real Indonesia experience. It’s not a resort. It’s rustic bungalows on the beach. To that end, don’t overpay for what you’re getting! There was loud hammering from some kind of construction at night until 10pm our first night and burning of trash which made it uncomfortable to sit outside at times because of the smoke. No fault of the property owner and well, if you don’t want to experience Indonesia, go somewhere else. The small inconveniences are part of visiting this island.

    Falling asleep to the sound of the ocean and waking to the sea every morning was blissful. No blasting rock music or crowds of tourists. Best sunsets! Easy access to diving and restaurants. Shower was hot and room was cool. Staff was amazing and went above and beyond and tools care of our every need. I loved staying here so much. Loved it!!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    some animal took a toothbrush from the shelf and bit it. A little scary.

    Great location for fast boat, near good restaurants, rent a motorbike.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2024

    7.0
    Beautiful views and great staff, but a lot of critters!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Similar to other comments. While it is close enough to the port to walk and if the tide is high you can take a shortcut and walk from the port to the property by the beach (no big luggage), the property itself if you’re coming from the main road is at the end of a tiny, long, rough footpath from the road that’s not well indicated and through palm trees, construction, chickens, and stray dogs. We also had some local critters appear in our room at night (the first night was a mouse that woke me up by rummaging through my medicine bag in the closet and then running around the room and then jumping inside the drawer in the night table and chilling there for a while before another lap around the room and parking itself under the bed, and the second night a giant cockroach in the bathroom). We were wary of touching or using the furniture. The bathroom really needs renovation, it needs: new walls, an extractor fan, new windows that aren’t stuffed with paper towels to keep critters out, new sinks, new shower heads - honestly I expected better from the price. While I’m a dog person, if you’re not, it can make the stay more difficult as they love to play on your balcony chairs and loungers at 3am, bring you dead fish, join you for breakfast, chase each other for hours and chew (and try to pee) on the beach bean bags which are likely kept stored at reception instead for that reason. They’re very sweet dogs though! Finally, you can only swim a little during the morning/early afternoon (with rock shoes) as when the tide goes out in the evening there are tons of leftover poles/rocks/debris from seaweed farming and can be quite dangerous.

    Beautiful view. It’s amazing to watch the sunset and amazing to have breakfast on the beach watching the water! The color of the water is gorgeous and the staff sweep the beach sand every morning to keep it clean. The staff were also incredibly friendly and helpful - even the construction workers and fisherman nearby were very friendly and helpful. A few cute dogs to greet you every time you “come home”. Very comfy bed and lots of places to sit to admire the view. You can walk along the beach to the various beach clubs for lunch/dinner and avoid the main road. There’s also a fridge for guests with water and beer and the receptionist will keep a tab for you.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    9.0
    AusGail
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was only hot for a very short time

    Staff were exceptional very friendly, very helpful always happy and welcoming

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing and simple
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a bit hidden from main road and no proper road to lead us to the hotel actually

    Near the beach, right in front of the sea. I like the hospitality and friendly staff there, very helpful, very kind. They even send us to restaurants by bike without fees. They help us deliver our luggage to jetty upon check out

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice quiet spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The entry from the main road is an eye opener, don’t be put off though as it’s worth the experience

    There are only 4 Balinese traditional shaped modern units right on the beach front.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    9.0
    Stunning beachfront bungalow
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The geckos inside the bungalow were pretty loud during the night and there were other animal noises as well keeping us awake.

    The beach and turquoise water right in front of the bungalow were stunning. Not to forget falling asleep listening to ocean waves and rain as well as many cute friendly dogs running around.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    9.0
    Overall the service and the staff were amazing. I will definitely come here again. And also recommend to people.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast can be a lot better..

    The location is amazing! Right is in front of the beach.. It’s lovely to wake up to that view.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    8.0
    A wonderful stay in a beach bungalow
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bungalows are simple so don't expect a big bathroom and bedroom. As most of nusa penida the area can feel a bit quiet and sketchy at night

    The bungalows at the beach are simple and lovely. Just a couple of steps down from the bungalow and you meet a quite clean beach and ocean where you can swim around but not too far as there are still some old poles left from when there was active fishing operations at the beach. The sunset is magical. The location is close to the main harbour but quite a walk from the more crowded beach clubs.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit tricky to find at first

    Beachfront

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Insane ocean front view. The sound of the waves is so relaxing. Definitely worth the money

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    8.0
    So worth the money!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Getting here first time is confusing as it’s so close to the ferry terminal but you have to walk on the beach and through a local area

    For the price the location is incredible you are literally on the beach 🏝️ Only four huts which makes it so peaceful

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2023

    7.0
    It's a beautiful place, especially for couples. On a future visit, I'm not sure if I would return to this locati
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Three points that were not ideal: Firstly, the hot water is almost limited; it used to run out during my 5/7-minute shower. Secondly, the internet doesn't work well, and the Wi-Fi is quite weak, which, on the bright side, helps us forget our phones and enjoy the surroundings more. Thirdly, there was a large dead cockroach stuck in my bed's mosquito net, which was a bit unsettling, but I managed to remove it myself.

    It feels like having a private beach for yourself with only 4 bungalows. The view from the room by the beach is incredible. The location was very convenient, as I was a 15-minute walk from where I took the boat back to Bali. There were also some nearby restaurants. Moreover, they allowed me to check in before the scheduled time. The girls working there were extremely attentive and even served me a juice and water while I waited.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    If the orange juice in the morning was fresha orange juice not orange squash it would have been way better.

    The location was fantastic super central. The little porch was the perfect spot to watch sunset from. Only 4 rooms so super quiet. I loved this place and the island so much I extended by an extra 4 days.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    9.0
    Unique stay on the beachfront, lapping waves put you to sleep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although technically the location is fantastic beachfront, it was really tricky to find initially, and hell for drivers to get in and out through the tiniest of gangs/laneways. With another house being built across one of the access lanes, I wonder how a car could get in and out in the future? Bathrooms were clean but very basic.

    Unique beachfront, close to Banjar Nhua harbour. To hear the sound of the waves each night was really soothing and relaxing. Beds were beautifully comfortable.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2023

    9.0
    Great bungalows right by the water!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beach has some seaweed farming, we didn’t have time to swim there but it could be an issue.

    Great bungalow - the water is right there. We read some complained about hearing the sounds of the ocean. We found it calming and a bonus for us :)

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great value for money! There are only 4 bungalows and the beach is right in front of it, so it feels like a private beach. Very comfortable and nice bed!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2023

    9.0
    This is not 5 star accom but 5 star location, what a wonderful place to base our time in Nusa Padina
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No where to hang a few clothes

    It had a rustic charm with Fabius outdoor area right onto the beach with the bonus of well placed tree for shade and stunning views, it’s location and attention to cleanliness of the room and the outdoor area. Great location.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Patio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Surrounding area of bungalow is very rustic. Almost step out into part of a family compound with chickens, pigs and dogs around. Found the dogs in the area aggressive and would bark at you and continue to follow you until you got within the fence line. It was quite scary. There are a lot of upright sticks in the beach out front that you cannot see until the tide goes out (part of fishing farm), very dangerous if kids run and jump into the water. Need to be careful or at least see the water when the tides out before getting in. There is no fridge in your room, but we were able to use the hosts fridge. You can only remove your items when they are around.

    You wake up to the sound of waves in the morning. Step out of your door and you are right on the beach. Breakfast options were limited but all delicious. We had french toast and fresh fruit. Facilities/amenities were clean and well kept.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very secluded hotel, amazing staff that helped us booking snorkeling scooter massage… . Very comfortable bungalows. Close to the harbor (can walk there).

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We had a couple of cockroaches coming up from the sink

    Great location just on the beach and close to the ferry port. Breakfast was served every morning in front of our bungalow.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    8.0
    Lovely place. The price was probably a bit high but you can’t beat rhe view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV remote had no batteries and we were told the next morning that none of the bungalows have a working TV. would be good if this was mentioned. But it was fine

    comfy bed, awesome and friendly little dogs, the view. the staff went out the way and decorated our bed for my partner.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet was quite ugly and not the finest but clean.

    Bed and inside of bungalow were nice.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful place to stay. Rustic luxury - excellent service - so friendly and welcoming! We really lo
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom needed a little help - and so Little to make it very Comfortable! The bathroom faucet was very hard to turn in and off - it was a bit corroded and it could use to be fixed or replaced. The sink is probably a little too small- it’s really the sink area - a modern shower head and ensuring that the toilet smells fresh and is also modern. So we didn’t like the feel of those things in the bathroom- the tile is lovely- the entire room looks lovely- just a little maintenance in the bathroom would have changed my review to a 10!

    Absolutely wonderful Location right on the water. The main bedroom area is cozy and more spacious than I expected. It truly is a luxurious hut! Breakfast was wonderful- served on your private patio each day. Oh- and two small dogs on the property made our stay that much more pleasant!

    Stayed in March 2023

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