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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. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Perfect location you could ask for, close to nice coffee shops, walkable to mentawai ferry and the staff is very cordial, makes you feel at home, very reapectful and goes over and beyond with any help you could need as a traveler. Very chill, melow vibes.

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9.3
Wonderful
269 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a balcony with a mountain view. At Jungle treking & Jungle Tour if you want to stay here, you must book treking only with us the rooms are equipped with a TV, a shared bathroom, and a terrace with a city view. The staff and the owner Tamrin are very helpful and kind! I had an amazing stay and the Jungle tour I booked with them was incredible! The rooms are very simple, but have everything you need. I definitely recommend coming here!

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9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews
Price from
$2
per night

Set in Bukit Lawang, Thousands of Bottles - Hostel and Trekking features a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi. Certain units at the property feature a balcony with a river view.

You can play billiards at the hostel. Comfy beds, modern style hostel dorm, wonderful staff, very helpful, bar down stairs but not noisy, right next to the swimming hole!

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9.6
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
$6
per night

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. The rooms come with a balcony.

At the hostel, every room includes a wardrobe and a terrace with a sea view. At Nias Frank Accomodation, every room comes with air conditioning and a private bathroom. 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

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

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. Guests can dine in the restaurant or a drink at the bar and free WiFi is available. Had an amazing stay at Salty Dog Hostel. The most beautiful sunsets are there and surf is about 20 mins away. Arif is the most genuine and helpful person we have met in Indonesia, and he's surely the coolest guy on Nias! He helped us out on many occasions and always offered genuine advice and willingness to share the Nias culture. Thanks for the great time and see you again!

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9.7
Exceptional
69 reviews
Price from
$7
per night

Sentosa Lodge features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Padang. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel guests are welcome to take advantage of an indoor swimming pool. You can play billiards at Sentosa Lodge, and the area is popular for cycling. Friendly staff, free laundry and coffee and clean room at affordable room rate

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8.8
Excellent
134 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

Set on the beachfront in Tuapejat and boasting a private beach area, Likat Surf House has free WiFi throughout the property. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy an Asian breakfast. 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!

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8.2
Very Good
23 reviews
Price from
$9
per night

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. At Jo&Jo Hostel SYARIAH the rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a terrace with a city view.

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8.6
Excellent
6 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

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. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.2 km from Medan Grand Mosque. Stayed one night at Red Capsule Hostel before my flight — it was a great choice for a short stay. The capsule was clean, comfortable, and the facilities seemed well-kept. I didn’t have time to explore much, but from what I saw, it’s a solid spot for a quick stopover in Medan. Would consider staying again for a longer visit.

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7.9
Good
239 reviews
Price from
$11
per night

Situated in Medan, 22 km from Medan Train Station, My Studio Hotels Kualanamu Airport Medan features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 1-star hostel offers a business centre and a concierge service. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Perfect place to stay before flight from KNO. Affordable taxi service provided to and from airport. Towel and water given on arrival, as well as a snack and drink voucher for nearby cafe. Very clean bathrooms and showers.

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7.3
Good
368 reviews
Price from
$6
per night

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