Aceh
This delightful cluster of breezy rooms sits above Pulau Weh's nicest stretch of white-sand beach, which has a small coral reef. It’s perfect for those…
Must-see hotels in Aceh
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Aceh
An unexpected find in the gritty port town of Singkil is this attractive traditional house featuring a polished-wood interior, antiques and plenty of…
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Aceh
Behind the diving centre of the same name, Lumba Lumba offers some of the best-quality accommodation in Gapang. Wood-decked cottages have tiled rooms,…
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Banyak Islands
The Banyak hot spot for backpackers at the time of research, Nina's comprises five spacious, thatched bungalows with hammocks swinging on shady porches…
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Gunung Leuser National Park
This well-priced guesthouse has a beautiful riverside location and charming, colourful wooden bungalows equipped with Western toilets. The cheapest rooms…
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Gunung Leuser National Park
The first Ketambe guesthouse you'll come across if approaching from the south and the most charming of its accommodation options, this place consists of…
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Gunung Leuser National Park
Rainforest Lodge has simple but pleasant bungalows along a river in beautiful jungle surrounds, with plenty of opportunities for wildlife-spotting. Let Mr…
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Aceh
There's a fabulous range of rooms and cottages cascading down the cliff side at this Mediterranean-feeling resort. Although it caters to all travellers …
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Banyak Islands
The only accommodation on Pulau Palambak Besar is in these 10 lovely bungalows with shared bathrooms fronting a stunning beach. There's a nice restaurant…
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Aceh
Offering cheap and cheerful huts on stilts, Olala caters both to shoestringers (with basic huts with shared bathrooms) and those who want their own…
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Aceh
Simeulue's most upmarket option has a prime location directly on the Peak break. It has a mix of elegant, traditional bungalows that incorporate recycled…
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Aceh
This American-managed guesthouse is a cool beachside hang-out that caters to those here kiteboarding (best from May to mid-October). A range of packages…
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Banyak Islands
This new French-owned surf camp has basic stilted bungalows built over the Bay of Plenty, located a short paddle to the shore. Rates include transport to…
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Gunung Leuser National Park
Run by veteran guide and rafter Johan, these well-established bungalows are set on lovingly maintained grounds. The cheaper rooms sit in a row in a…
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Gunung Leuser National Park
Ketambe's most unique choice is this dated guesthouse that's the only accommodation inside Gunung Leuser National Park. It has the eerie ambience of an…
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Aceh
Set up by an Aussie builder who helped construct local villages following the 2004 tsnuami, these modernised bungalows are located halfway between the…
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Aceh
One of the last resorts at the end of the bungalow strip, Yulia's has grown and blossomed into Iboih's most upmarket accommodation. Like tropical Swiss…
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Banda Aceh
Staying in the home of hospitable Linda, 4km out of town, is a good way to experience local life in a family home and to learn about Acehnese culture…
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Banyak Islands
Directly next door to Nina's Bungalows are these three clean, well-maintained thatched bungalows with porches looking out to the beach – pretty much…
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Aceh
Run by Akil and his family, Frazha is a good choice for those looking to keep it local. Its two bungalows are in a coconut grove by a beach that's good…
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Banyak Islands
Just the place for those wanting to keep things blissfully simple, Pondok Tailana is also a launching point for island-hopping, snorkelling and jungle…
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Banyak Islands
Sitting in the calm waters of the Bay of Plenty, near Ujung Lolok and within easy reach of Dindos, Gunters and Lolok Point waves, this surf-camp-on-a-raft…
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Banda Aceh
This lemon-yellow hotel down a quiet side street north of the centre is one of Banda Aceh’s swankier, but overpriced, options. Expect compact rooms with…
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Banda Aceh
Banda Aceh's most luxurious sleeping option is this classy hotel that features a sumptuous traditional Islamic design and date palms that channel the…
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Aceh
The top huts at this relatively upmarket option come with hot-water showers, air-con and fab sea views, and there are cheaper wooden shacks back up the…
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Banyak Islands
If you get stuck on Balai, Losmen Putri is arguably the island's best accommodation. Go for the cheapest rooms with shared bathrooms or splurge on one…
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Aceh
Centrally located in front of Dylan's Right surf break is this Dutch-owned place with well-maintained thatched beach huts, a lovely natural plunge pool…
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Aceh
At the entrance to Gapang Beach is this sprawling resort with 22 solid and stylish timber cottages. The cottages are all air-conditioned and the best are…
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Aceh
Eddie’s gets consistently good feedback from the surfing crowd both for its laid-back vibe and its comfy rooms (the cheaper ones share facilities). There…
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Gunung Leuser National Park
Here you’ll find a range of good-value Karo-style bungalows, some of which back onto nature and overlook the river – Room 5 is the pick. Ayuni and her…
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Aceh
Oong’s Bungalows has good-value rooms in basic tin-roof cottages hovering back from the water. Cheaper options share bathrooms. The on-site restaurant,…
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Aceh
Joel’s Bungalows is the area’s legendary surfer hang-out. It's a bit rundown these days, however, and in need of maintenance, but its bungalows and rooms …
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Aceh
This homely surf camp, set up by an Aussie surfer with an organic-farming background, provides close access to world-class Dylan's Right. Its three timber…
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Banyak Islands
The only land-based accommodation on Pulau Tuangku is this surf lodge situated in the so-called Bay of Plenty. Rates include transfers and full board…
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Banda Aceh
This hotel is in a residential area southwest of Banda Aceh's centre, 15 minutes' walk from the Tsunami Museum. Rooms could use some sprucing up, but on…
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Banyak Islands
This guesthouse overlooks the water and has hot and stuffy rooms, but what do you expect at these prices? It also has passable air-con rooms.The owner is…
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Banda Aceh
In a town full of pricey accommodation, this downtown hotel offers one of the better budget choices. You'll get a balcony and private bathroom, but keep…
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Banda Aceh
One of Banda Aceh's most established midrange options, Hotel Medan has a good central location in the happening market area north of the river. Rooms are…
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Aceh
On the main road as you enter town is this solid choice featuring comfortable rooms with air-con and wi-fi, but local-style bathrooms (with squat toilets…
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Banda Aceh
In Banda Aceh's market area just north of the river, Siwah has well-priced rooms and is centrally located, although it's a bit dark and institutional…
