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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. Bryan is a really knowledgeable (ask him about the jungle, he has great stories), positive and cool guy. His friends, family and him will make sure that you have a nice stay in the cozy jungle hub of Bukit Lawang. The food at the Guesthouse is excellent and the vibe is very good and relaxed . The jungle trek is lead by Rosit aka the magician! Just like Bryan, he has real love for the jungle and its animals. He's a great team of guides working together for Thomas Leaf. On top of that, Rosit can show you magic tricks, love his enthusiasm. You can also do a tour in the area to see how Tempeh, Tofu and Brown Sugar are made and you will stop at a some other places with the nice guidance of Ponido (sorry if the name is not totally correct 😅). I can really recommend it!

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9.2
Superb
186 reviews
Price from
US$11
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. Robert, the owner is a really nice guy and goes out of his way to accommodate all the guests. The view from our room was amazing, we just wanted to stay in the guesthouse all day every day! Roberts dog Rocky is also the best little companion.

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9.3
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
US$19
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. We loved the staff and the quiet and traditional surroundings. We did the Orangutan tour with them and was incredible

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9.5
Exceptional
113 reviews
Price from
US$15
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.

At the guest house, every unit has a desk. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and sea views is offered in every unit. The units include a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The place is just awesome!!! The location is beyond beautiful- way way more picturesque than on all of the pictures l. You re sleeping just above the water. Borja & Yunyun are incredible hosts!! They helped to arrange everything for you (scooter, trips, snorkeling equipment) and sent us to the best places. Food was delicious- Yunyun is an awesome chef - breakfast 10/10 and dinner too!!! If youre staying on Pulau Weh - this is the place to be!!!

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9.9
Exceptional
104 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

Juma cottages

Tuk Tuk

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.

The nearest airport is Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport, 130 km from the guest house. great location clean reasonable price

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9.2
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

Bua Guest House

Medan

Featuring garden views, Bua Guest House offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 9.3 km from Medan Grand Mosque. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. cute little abode with rich foliage in the garden 🪴 gives a homely and “green” feel to the place. the host Mrs Rama is fabulous, attends to your every need and with a warm and friendly, cdemeanour. clean and comfortable. despite its proximity to the city the place makes you a thousand miles away so tranquil

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9
Superb
205 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Sumatra Cheeky Monkeys

Bukit Lawang

At the guest house, every unit is equipped with a wardrobe. A patio with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in all units. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. The owner was so kind. Let me stay in a slightly more expensive room inside without paying the difference and got a ride back to the guesthouse from the city center at night. I wasn’t there for long but definitely felt it was a good deal for the price. It is pretty far from the center of butik lawang. You can walk it in 20min or get a tuktuk for 30rp. The walk is nice. You get to see another side to the area.

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9
Superb
129 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

Romlan 3 stars

Tuk Tuk

Facing the seafront, Romlan is a guest house offering a 3-star accommodation in Tuk Tuk. It has a private beach area, garden and private parking. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, luggage storage space and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. Nice rooms with a view of the lake, great food at the restaurant for reasonable prices, and kayaks available for rent right off the property!

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9
Superb
483 reviews
Price from
US$9
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. The room supplied the basics plus a mosquito net and was very nice. The bed was very comfortable and I was never too hot. The tour was astounding. Although there is no guarantee to see animals, it’s almost certain that you will. I saw 10 orangutans on the first day of my two day one night trek, including two completely wild ones which are difficult to find. I also saw many other species of mammals including the white gibbon and pig tailed monkey. Another rare find was a very large tortoise. The hotel owner and tour guide is very generous and welcoming, makes sure you are looked after and comfortable, and ensures a good time. This is the tour guide that you want. He is the one who guides the park rangers. He will take you to locations other tourists don’t go and you will spend the first night in a location away from the other camps that has a waterfall and very nice pool in the river to reward yourself with after a long hot trek. I highly recommend this hotel and tour guide. You will not regret it. If you have the time and money, definitely choose to do the longer treks. The guide/hotel owner also helped set up my transportation to and from Bukit Lawang and helped me plan the rest of my trip.

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9
Superb
122 reviews
Price from
US$4
per night

Hisar Guest House

Tuk Tuk

Featuring lake views, Hisar Guest House in Tuk Tuk features accommodation and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

Units are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower, while some units at the guest house also boast a seating area. At the guest house, certain units are equipped with a kettle and chocolates or cookies. Beautiful view, good location, clean room, very nice owners, fair price

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9.4
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

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