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Padang

6 hostels

Medan

6 hostels

Bukit Lawang

4 hostels

Palembang

3 hostels

Bukittinggi

3 hostels

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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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
R$ 91.77
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Toomaj
From
Sweden
The wonderful staff (especially Git) and the excellent location made my stay worthwhile.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
R$ 97.89
1 night, 2 adults

Jungle treking & Jungle Tour if you want to stay here,you must book treking only with us

Bukit Lawang

Set in Bukit Lawang, Jungle treking & Jungle Tour if you want to stay here, you must book treking only with us offers a garden. The accommodation offers room service, and currency exchange for guests....

K
Kamille
From
Denmark
I loved my stay here and the staff are so kind and helpful. They helped me organize my jungle trekking tour, drove me around to find an atm and even picked me up from the bus when I arrived. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
R$ 12.24
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 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
R$ 45.89
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
R$ 48.94
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.

O
Owen
From
Brazil
Good food, made fresh every day with love. Amazing staff/owner, super friendly and helpful, went above and beyond. Good price, very fair. Simple, but comfortable and great environment. It is not a luxury resort, but is simple, comfortable, clean, safe and friendly.Recommend 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
R$ 192.72
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.

A
Anurag
From
India
The hostel is located right on the calmer parts of the ocean on a lagoon. It is an amazing property with wonderful people, great host Arif and his lovely family who runs this place. The two surfing spots are around 20 minutes drive each, which make this location quite quiet, and the hostel has very good social vibes, and overall a place where you will come for 2 days and end up staying 2 weeks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Price from
R$ 41.30
1 night, 2 adults

Sinok Homestay Parapat

Parapat

Sinok Homestay Parapat offers air-conditioned rooms in Parapat. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the hostel, all rooms have a patio.

A
ANGIE
From
United Kingdom
Handy for bus station. Super clean. Great shower. Had a nice quiet sleep. Everything seemed brand new.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
R$ 122.36
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.

I
Iona
From
France
Amazing. All was amazing. Surf lessons, boat trip, the room, the team, all this stay was so good (and bahasa indonesian lessons obviusly), I can only recommended to stay here with James and his family !!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
R$ 80.94
1 night, 2 adults

Jo&Jo Hostel SYARIAH

Bandar Lampung

Jo&Jo Hostel SYARIAH offers air-conditioned accommodation in Bandar Lampung. The hostel also features free WiFi and free private parking. All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
R$ 52.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: R$ 223
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 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
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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 273 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: R$ 41.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 70 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: R$ 84.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 55 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, 243 reviews
Clean, cheap, quiet, cozy, great location.
Guest review byDoriani
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: R$ 76.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 90 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: R$ 46.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 362 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
Avg. price/night: R$ 12.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Really nice accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Great location and common area. Very good food at restaurant. There is also possiblity to organise jungle trek from the hostel.
Guest review byJulianna Wojtyczka
Solo traveller