Tangkoko Hill

Top choice in North Sulawesi


About 1km inland from the village, this solid, comfortable, modern place is the best option in the area, with hyper-clean rooms, quality mattresses, desks and TVs. The genial owner, Franky, speaks good English and is super-helpful maximising your time here. Fine local food is served in the breezy dining room.


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