Rinjani Lodge
Mid-range📍 Senaru
A long-running lodge high on the Senaru road with gardens, pools and wide views over the valley. Handy for both the waterfalls and early trek starts.
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Where to stay on Lombok
Surf guesthouses, sunset resorts, mountain lodges and island hideaways — the best areas for your trip, and real places to stay in each.
Where you stay on Lombok shapes your trip more than on many islands, because roads are slow and the regions are very different. Most visitors split their time between two or three bases: Kuta or Mandalika for the south coast, Senggigi or the Gilis in the north-west, and a night or two in the mountains at Senaru, Sembalun or Tetebatu.
Below you will find an area guide, typical price bands, advice on when to book and a selection of real, well-reviewed properties grouped by destination — budget, mid-range and upscale. We do not list prices for individual hotels because they change daily; every card links to live availability.
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Which area suits you?
Who each base suits best, at a glance.
| Area | Suits | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuta Lombok | Surfers, backpackers, couples | Walkable town, cafés, close to the airport and beaches | Busy in high season; beaches need transport |
| Mandalika resorts | Families, resort lovers | Big pools, quiet beachfront | Less local character; race weekends are pricey |
| Selong Belanak | Surf learners, quiet seekers | Beach on the doorstep | Few restaurants; you need transport |
| Senggigi & Mangsit | Couples, sunset fans, families | Calm bays, good value, close to the Gilis and Mataram | Quiet nightlife |
| The Gili Islands | Snorkellers, divers, social travellers | No cars, turtles, sunsets | Higher prices; boat transfers |
| Senaru & Sembalun | Trekkers, nature lovers | Waterfalls, mountain views, cool nights | Basic rooms; early nights |
| Tetebatu | Walkers, slow travellers | Rice fields, homestay life | Far from beaches |
| Sekotong & islands | Escapists | Empty islands, snorkelling | Remote, limited dining |
Typical nightly prices
| Tier | Typical price per night (double room) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Roughly IDR 200,000–600,000 (about US$13–40) | Homestays, guesthouses, simple bungalows; fan or basic air-con |
| Mid-range | Roughly IDR 600,000–1,800,000 (about US$40–115) | Boutique hotels and small resorts, pools, breakfast |
| Upscale | From roughly IDR 1,800,000 (about US$115) upwards | Beach resorts, villas with private pools, full service |
Approximate ranges for planning only, based on typical listings; actual rates vary with season, events and demand. Always check live prices.
When to book
- July–August and Christmas–New Year: book several weeks to months ahead, especially on the Gilis and in Kuta.
- Race weekends at Mandalika: book as soon as dates are announced — the south fills up and prices rise sharply.
- Before a Rinjani trek: your trek package may include the night before in Senaru or Sembalun; check first.
- Wet season: often last-minute deals; flexible cancellation is worth having.
Hotels by destination
Real, well-reviewed properties in each destination, sorted from upscale to budget. Each card opens Booking.com with live prices and availability.
Mount Rinjani & Senaru
Indonesia’s second-highest volcano: crater-rim and summit treks, a blue caldera lake and Lombok’s finest waterfalls at Senaru.
Rinjani Golden
Budget📍 Senaru
A simple, well-reviewed guesthouse a few steps from the Tiu Kelep trail, good value for a night before or after the waterfalls.
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Villa Bambu Rinjani & Restaurant
Budget📍 Senaru
Bamboo-style bungalows and a restaurant in Senaru, popular with trekkers wanting a budget base near the park gate.
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Anjani Larva Cottage
Budget📍 Senaru
Small cottages near the Senaru trailhead, praised by guests as a base for north Lombok and Rinjani treks.
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Sembalun Valley
A cool, high farming valley under Rinjani’s eastern wall — the summit trailhead, sunrise hills and fields of garlic and strawberries.
Bale Aur Sembalun
Mid-range📍 Sembalun
Bamboo-style lodgings with views over the valley to Rinjani — a comfortable, characterful base for a night or two.
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Puncak Rinjani Lodge
Budget📍 Sembalun Lawang
A small budget lodge in Sembalun Lawang, close to the Rinjani trail office and Pergasingan.
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Sembalun Lodge
Budget📍 Sembalun Bumbung
A simple lodge in Sembalun Bumbung with breakfast, suited to trekkers on a budget.
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Tetebatu
Rice terraces, jungle waterfalls and black monkeys on Rinjani’s southern slopes — rural Lombok at walking pace.
Nirvana Hotel Resort Tetebatu
Mid-range📍 Tetebatu
A small resort-style hotel in Tetebatu, frequently listed as one of the more comfortable options in the village.
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Tetebatu Fullmoon
Budget📍 Tetebatu
A budget homestay-style property; guests praise the welcome and the hosts’ help with pick-ups and walks.
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Lembah Tetebatu
Budget📍 Tetebatu
Simple, budget rooms in Tetebatu, well placed for rice-field walks.
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Lombok Hidden Villa
Budget📍 Tetebatu
A small villa-style stay in Tetebatu, popular as a quiet base for exploring the foothills.
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Kuta & Mandalika
Lombok’s south-coast hub: white-sand bays, the Merese hill sunset, the MotoGP circuit and a surf-town buzz.
Pullman Lombok Merujani Mandalika Beach Resort
Upscale📍 Kuta Mandalika
A large beachfront resort in the Mandalika zone with pools and direct access to a quiet stretch of sand.
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Novotel Lombok Resort & Villas
Upscale📍 Kuta Mandalika
A long-established resort on the beach east of Kuta, with Sasak-inspired architecture and family-friendly facilities.
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Kala Lombok Hotel
Mid-range📍 Kuta Lombok
A well-reviewed boutique hotel in Kuta, within easy reach of cafés and the beach.
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Lombokhouse Mandalika
Mid-range📍 Kuta Lombok
Villa-style accommodation near Kuta, good for small groups and longer stays.
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Truntum Boutique Mandalika
Mid-range📍 Kuta Lombok
A modern boutique hotel near the Mandalika area with a pool and easy access to the bay.
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Origin Lombok
Budget📍 Kuta Lombok
A budget-friendly, sociable stay in Kuta, popular with surfers and independent travellers.
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South Coast Beaches & Surf
Selong Belanak, Mawun, Mawi and Ekas — horseshoe bays, beginner waves and world-class reef breaks either side of Kuta.
Sempiak Villas
Upscale📍 Selong Belanak
Hillside villas above Selong Belanak bay with sea views and a pool — a quiet, upscale base for surf mornings.
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Selong Selo Resort & Residences
Upscale📍 Selong Belanak
A resort-and-residences complex on the hills of Selong Belanak with views over the bay.
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Pink Beach & East Lombok
Pink-tinged sand at Tangsi, sandbanks and mangroves around Gili Kondo and Gili Kapal, and the quiet coast of Lombok’s far east.
Jeeva Beloam Beach Camp
Upscale📍 Tanjung Ringgit
A secluded, upscale beach camp on a remote bay near Tanjung Ringgit, with wooden chalets and meals included — an escape for those who want the far east to themselves.
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Senggigi & the West Coast
Lombok’s original resort strip: sunset beaches facing Bali, the sea temple of Batu Bolong and the cliff road to Malimbu.
Qunci Villas
Upscale📍 Senggigi
Boutique beachfront villas and rooms around Mangsit, known for their sunset views and calm, stylish setting.
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Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort
Upscale📍 Senggigi
A long-established beachfront resort in central Senggigi with gardens and pools.
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The Sira, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Lombok
Upscale📍 North Lombok
A luxury resort on the north-west coast near Sire, convenient for the Gili harbours.
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Katamaran Hotel & Resort
Mid-range📍 Senggigi
A beachfront hotel just north of Senggigi with a pool and rooms facing the sea.
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Kalandara Resort Lombok
Mid-range📍 Senggigi
A small, well-rated resort near Senggigi with a calm, garden setting.
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Puri Saron Senggigi Hotel
Mid-range📍 Senggigi
A beachfront hotel in central Senggigi, within walking distance of restaurants and shops.
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Mataram, Lingsar & Narmada
Lombok’s capital: the Islamic Center’s minarets, Balinese water palaces at Mayura and Narmada, and the shared temple of Lingsar.
Hotel Santika Mataram
Mid-range📍 Mataram
A business-class hotel in central Mataram, convenient for the city’s sights, malls and the airport road.
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Lombok Astoria Hotel
Mid-range📍 Mataram
A comfortable mid-range hotel in Mataram, useful before an early flight or ferry.
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The Gili Islands
Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air: three car-free coral islands off Lombok’s north-west coast, with turtles on every reef.
BASK Gili Meno
Upscale📍 Gili Meno
A design-led upscale resort on Gili Meno with villas and a beachfront setting.
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Ombak Sunset
Mid-range📍 Gili Trawangan
A well-reviewed hotel on Gili Trawangan’s quieter west side, known for its sunset views.
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Scallywags Beach Club
Mid-range📍 Gili Air
A beachfront resort on Gili Air with an easy-going atmosphere.
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Sekotong & the South-West Gilis
Gili Nanggu, Sudak, Kedis and Gede — the quiet “secret Gilis” off Lombok’s south-west peninsula.
Kokomo Resort Gili Gede
Upscale📍 Gili Gede
A small upscale resort on Gili Gede in a peaceful, palm-shaded setting.
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Vayam Boutique Resort Gili Asahan
Mid-range📍 Gili Asahan
A boutique resort on tiny Gili Asahan — a quiet island escape in the south-west.
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Cocotinos Sekotong
Mid-range📍 Sekotong
A mainland beachfront resort in Sekotong, convenient for boat trips to the islands.
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Practical notes
- Location beats luxury on Lombok: a modest room close to where you want to be saves hours on the road.
- Check transfers. Many resorts outside towns offer airport or harbour transfers; ask the price in advance.
- Water and power can be limited on small islands and in remote areas; read recent reviews.
- Ramadan: hotels stay open, but some local restaurants close during the day.
- Payment: larger hotels accept cards; homestays often prefer cash in rupiah.
For more planning help, see our travel guide and getting-there guide.
Plan your days on Lombok
From volcano to reef in one island
Rinjani treks, island-hopping boats and fast-boat seats run with limited places and fill up in July, August and over Christmas and New Year. Compare what is bookable online and reserve in a couple of taps.
Good to know
Where to stay: FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay on Lombok for a first visit?
Kuta for the south-coast beaches and a lively base, plus either Senggigi or the Gili Islands in the north-west. Add a night in Senaru if you want the waterfalls.
Should I stay in Kuta or Senggigi?
Kuta for surf, wild beaches and a social scene; Senggigi for calm bays, sunsets and easy trips to the Gilis and Mataram. Many visitors do both.
Is it worth staying in Senaru or Sembalun?
Yes for trekkers and waterfall lovers — early starts and cool evenings are part of the experience.
Are there luxury resorts on Lombok?
Yes, especially in Mandalika, Senggigi and the north-west coast near Sire and Medana, and on some small islands.
How far ahead should I book?
For July–August, Christmas and race weekends, as early as possible; otherwise a few weeks is usually enough.
Do hotels on Lombok take cards?
Most hotels and resorts do; homestays and small guesthouses often prefer cash.