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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.

M
Michael
From
Costa Rica
Friendly staff, arranged shuttle from airport, Ferry tickets, all super easy and good communication Confortable bed And 10min walking to Mentawai Fast ferry We even returned after Mentawai.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
Price from
US$19.18
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....

F
Fra.C.83
From
Italy
Friendly and helpful staff especially the Tour Guide Tambrin , clean bedroom and toilet, central position.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
Price from
US$2.40
1 night, 2 adults

Thousands of Bottles - Hostel and Trekking

Bukit Lawang

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$7.79
1 night, 2 adults

Sentosa Lodge

Padang

Sentosa Lodge features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Padang.

A
Ashley
From
Indonesia
Staff super friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$14.98
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.

L
Lorenzo
From
Australia
Staff is nice, organizes surf, spearfishing and island-hopping trips. There is an on-site café where you can get breakfast (included in the stay). They also have quite a few surfboards for rent. Room is simple, bu It has all you need, bed is comfy, you can get free coffee/tea all day. I only stayed a night, but I wish to have stayed longer. You can see Telescopes breaking from far(but in front of the accommodation), to reach it is a short boat ride away. Had probably the best surf session of my life there :) Thanks and see you next time!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$15.86
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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$10.32
1 night, 2 adults

RedDoorz Hostel @ Capsule Inn Medan

Medan

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.

A
Anja
From
Croatia
Super clean, helpfull and kind staff, nice location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$17.64
1 night, 2 adults

Medan Dazhong Backpacker's Hostel

Medan

Located within 2.9 km of Maimun Palace and 3.2 km of Medan Grand Mosque, Medan Dazhong Backpacker's Hostel offers rooms in Medan. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.9 km from Medan Train...

D
Diede
From
Belgium
Very friendly staff and owner. Also very helpfull when you need or want something. The best thing we could do was book the jungle trek tour. Our guide Edi Caterpilar was doing great teaching us all the stuff he knows about the jungle. We saw many oeran-oetangs and other monkeys. Also other animals like a weird river-turtle. Rafting in the end is also worth doing, very nice ending of the trip!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$7.19
1 night, 2 adults

Medan Dazhong Backpacker's Hostel

Medan

Medan Dazhong Backpacker's Hostel is set in Medan. The property is around 2.9 km from Maimun Palace, 3.2 km from Medan Grand Mosque and 1.7 km from Pajak Ikan Medan.

J
Joris
From
France
The owner is a very nice man, helpful in any way he can help with. Providing tips for travellers and arranging tour with the people he knows across the region. He gives honnest prices and don't try to scam you. Of course you need to dare talk to people to have a good experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$4.54
1 night, 2 adults

Pondok Wisata Istana XI

Medan

Pondok Wisata Istana XI is set in Medan, within 400 metres of Medan Grand Mosque and 3.3 km of Medan Train Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 500 metres from Maimun Palace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$10.79
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$41.96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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 by
Jeremy
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Cheap price and new appliances
Guest review by
Syazwani
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$19.18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 270 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 by
Leo
Group
Avg. price/night: US$7.19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 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 by
Sita
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$8.09
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 54 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 by
Iuliana
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Clean, cheap, quiet, cozy, great location.
Guest review by
Doriani
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$6.89
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 95 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 by
Inès
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 370 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 by
Hofman
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$2.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 162 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 by
Julianna Wojtyczka
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