“Seaside Cottage is cosy, well set up and overlooking the northern beach, with hammocks, a fabulous verandah and a private beach area with sunbeds and a table under a shady tree. So many people look on “jealously” as they wander past. The beach is great for swimming at high tide ( around 6 am until 2 pm- check the tides chart). There are beautiful sunsets and a short walk provides views of the sunrise too. Jon is fabulous to deal with and is very responsive, informative and helpful and the staff who come and clean and tend the garden are lovely. We didn’t use the aircon at all as you can open up all the windows and there is a fridge and drinking water, and all the little things you may need including electronic insect repellant. A short walk to the northeast is turtle point and we snorkelled straight off the beach with turtles. Rinjani bar and food next door are very accomodating and will set up a tab and you can take snacks and drinks back to the cottage. They also have fabulous live bands and fire shows and generally wrap up by 20 pm- we loved it. There are plenty of restaurants and earrings plus a mini mart close by. I wouldn’t bother hiring a bike- the paths are mainly sand so most people who do are walking pushing the bike apart from through the centre of the island. I’d recommend ordering the breakfast the night before unless you’re happy to wait up to an hour if ordered in the morning. I recommend the fruit platter instead of a drink as the cottage has a kettle, tea and coffee etc. Jon has contacts in the booklet if you want to organise tours and discounted yoga sessions. I could have happily stayed forever and will definitely be back to this beautiful place with the loveliest of locals. 11/10.”
“We had an absolutely amazing stay at Cahaya Villas! The villa was spotless, beautifully decorated, and always smelled fresh and inviting. Everything about the space felt so aesthetic and well taken care of.
What really made our stay extraordinary, though, was the staff. Toni and the whole team were simply fantastic – always attentive, kind, and ready to help with anything we needed. Their hospitality truly made us feel at home and added so much to our experience.
Breakfast each morning was delicious, with plenty of variety and fresh options to start the day right.
We would come back in a heartbeat and cannot recommend it enough. Perfect for anyone looking for a relaxing, beautiful, and welcoming stay!”
“Everything you need in a bungalow, was a spacious room and had a good fridge and kettle in the room. It was really good they let us check in early when we arrived. Breakfast was simple but good and brought to your bungalow.”
“The location was fantastic it was right on the beach, and just out of the hustle and bustle. The hotel staff were super friendly, and welcoming. The beach loungers as hotel guests are free, the restaurant and breakfasts were great. The bicycles on site to rent for 50 000 IDR/day are great!”
“The host was waiting outside ready for us. The only downside was there was a double shower but not enough hot water to be able to have both showers running at the same time.”
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