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Medan

7 hostels

Bukit Lawang

5 hostels

Padang

4 hostels

Bukittinggi

4 hostels

Palembang

3 hostels

Lampung

3 hostels

The best hostels in Sumatra

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Kokos Hostel Padang City

Padang

Kokos Hostel Padang City features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Padang. Offering a bar, the property is located within 2 km of Samudra Beach.

F
Finn
From
Australia
Super friendly staff, ACd rooms, great upstairs common area and 5/10 min walk to ments fast ferry!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Price from
€ 15.48
1 night, 2 adults

Jungle Trekking & Jungle Tour only stay here if you are and you must booking jungle trekking with us

Bukit Lawang

Set in Bukit Lawang, Jungle Trekking & Jungle Tour only stay here if you are and you must booking jungle trekking with us offers a garden.

C
Clara
From
Spain
The staff is really nice and they help us with everything. We stayed there for 2 nights and the room was really good for the price that we payed. You got also breakfast with the booking. You have a double bed with private bathroom. They help us with the jungle trekking and we did 3 days jungle tour and everything went perfect, we saw a lot of animals and the guide was amazing. We also did a night trekking to see snakes and other animals that are more difficult to see during the day and it was amazing. Thanks to the team our experience in Bukit Lawang is a 10.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
€ 1.94
1 night, 2 adults

Thousands of Bottles - Hostel and Trekking Agency Sumatra Orangutan Nature

Bukit Lawang

Thousands of Bottles - Hostel and Trekking Agency Sumatra Orangutan Nature features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bukit Lawang.

j
jaśmina
From
Poland
We loved our stay here. The room is so lovely, beautifully furnished with wooden elements, the bed is super comfy, private bathroom is great and there is a lovely terrace to hang out plus great common space downstairs. hosts are also great and helpful. higly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
€ 6.29
1 night, 2 adults

Nias Frank Accomodation

Lagudri

Located in Lagudri and within a few steps of Sorake Beach, Nias Frank Accomodation features a private beach area, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

G
Guy
From
Australia
Frank and his family are great hosts, they make you feel very comfortable and welcome. Unreal location right in front of the break walk put on the reef and you are in. We stayed two weeks wish we stayed longer
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
€ 8.71
1 night, 2 adults

Salty Dog Hostel

Telukdalam

Set in Telukdalam, a few steps from Baloho Beach, Salty Dog Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

D
David
From
United Kingdom
It was only 1 night as I was passing through. The welcome was wonderful the staff lovely. The guests at the time were a lovely mix of delightful characters!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Price from
€ 10.64
1 night, 2 adults

Sentosa Lodge

Padang

Sentosa Lodge features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Padang.

L
Lendvai
From
Hungary
Nice, close to the fast ferry. There is a kitchen. Maybe the best choice in Padang!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Price from
€ 14.51
1 night, 2 adults

Likat Surf House

Tuapejat

Set on the beachfront in Tuapejat and boasting a private beach area, Likat Surf House has free WiFi throughout the property.

K
Kezia
From
United Kingdom
The vibe was amazing with James and the staff making the stay 10/10. The location was perfect for a quiet, relaxed stay. Beautiful sunset location. James tailored all of the activities, including car ride to the south, surf lessons and boat trip (including mangrove and 3 sisters) to our wants and needs. We stayed 7 nights all together- we extended because we loved it so much. James’ surf lessons were extremely in depth and helped us improve our confidence and ability. The smoothie bowl was delicious! Couldn’t recommend this place more!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Price from
€ 12.80
1 night, 2 adults

Pondok Oma for Solo Traveller

Lasikin

Boasting a garden, Pondok Oma for Solo Traveller is set in Lasikin. The air-conditioned rooms provide a sea view and come with a desk and free WiFi.

k
kyle
From
South Africa
value for money is e exceptional very helpful owner and staff food is great Great location to surf breaks
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
€ 38.95
1 night, 2 adults

I am Backpacker Hostel

Sabang

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, I am Backpacker Hostel is located in Sabang. The property is allergy-free and is set 200 metres from Sumur Tiga Beach.

H
Hamza
From
Netherlands
The hostel has a really friendly and helpful host. The accommodation is also clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
€ 5.95
1 night, 2 adults

RedDoorz Hostel @ Capsule Inn Medan

Medan

Situated within 1.8 km of Medan Train Station and 4 km of Maimun Palace, RedDoorz Hostel @ Capsule Inn Medan features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Medan.

A
Anja
From
Croatia
Super clean, helpfull and kind staff, nice location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Price from
€ 12.79
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: € 6.58
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
No complaints for the price, cheapest spot on the whole island. You get what you pay for. If you're travelling on a budget and don't have high expectations, this place is a great option. The cafe next door was closed during my whole stay, but that might be due to the time of the year. Plenty of places with food and drinks within walking distance though, plus Sumur Tiga beach.
Guest review byJeremy
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: € 10.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Cheap price and new appliances
Guest review bySyazwani
People with friends
Avg. price/night: € 4.84
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
The tour with Annuar was very good, very knowledgeable and delicious food, saw many animals. Very cheap rooms
Guest review bySARA
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
The best place to stay in Padang if you're heading to the Mentawais. Amazing staff, who are all super helpful and accommodating. Great location - close to the Mentawai fast. Air-conditioning helps the reef cuts that you might hold. 10/10 can recommend.
Guest review byLeo
Group
Avg. price/night: € 6.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
chill, fun & cozy hostel. A place where one could and can write a book 😉 highly recommend if you’re looking for a place to just be and relax 🌞
Guest review bySita
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: € 8.47
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
Central location - 2 minutes walking to the main Square, cafes and restaurants and landmarks. The hostel is new and clean, the rooms have only one bed, and the shared bathrooms on the corridor. There's a table with free tea and coffee on the corridor. The stuff is very friendly and helpful even though they speak little English. They helped me with a taxi to Padang at an incredible low price (I wouldn't have gotten this with any travel agency). Internet is very fast and good. The best place I stayed in Sumatra so far.
Guest review byIuliana
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews
Clean, cheap, quiet, cozy, great location.
Guest review byDoriani
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: € 5.56
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Very nice hostel. Staff helpful and nice. Bed are confortable and the Price very cheap. They even keep my backpack for 1 week bcz i was on road trip. Terima kasih
Guest review byInès
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: € 7.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews
Good price-quality. Podstyle bunkbeds. Clean enough. Breakfast super simple, toast with chocolate sprinkles but that's alright. Close to the airport. 50k for the shuttle. Definitely recommend for a cheap stay close to the airport, for a night before or after your flight.
Guest review byHofman
Solo traveller