The Best Cafes in Kuta Lombok: Where to Eat, Work and Slow Down

Latte with latte art and a croissant at one of the best cafes in Kuta Lombok

The best cafes in Kuta Lombok pair excellent specialty coffee with healthy brunch and an easy, slow-town pace. Kenza is the buzzy all-day favourite, Milk and SO.NAK are the coffee purists’ picks, Bush Radio is best for laptop work, Shaka does build-your-own healthy bowls, and Curfew blends brunch with a beer garden. Here is how […]

Gili Kondo Lombok: A Complete Guide

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Discover Gili Kondo, an uninhabited East Lombok islet with white sand, calm shallow water, and easy reef snorkeling. Your complete guide to the trip.

Nambung Beach Lombok: A Complete Guide

Nambung Beach Lombok is the island saltwater waterfall beach in Sekotong. A genuine guide to getting there, the entrance fee, the best time to visit and what to expect.

Sukarara Village Lombok: Guide to a Sasak Weaving Village

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If you want to understand the soul of Lombok, watch a Sasak woman weave. In Sukarara Village Lombok, the clack of wooden looms has echoed down the same lanes for centuries, and the gold-threaded cloth made here is some of the finest in Indonesia. This is our honest, practical guide to visiting: what makes it […]

Bau Nyale Festival Lombok: The Ultimate Guide to an Amazing Sea Worm Festival

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Once a year, on a full-moon night in the Sasak calendar, thousands of people pour onto the beaches around Kuta to wade into the dark surf and scoop up handfuls of wriggling, rainbow-coloured sea worms. This is the Bau Nyale Festival Lombok, one of the island’s oldest and most extraordinary traditions, and if your trip […]

Sade Village Lombok: A Guide to the Sasak Cultural Village

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If you have ten spare minutes on the drive between Kuta and the airport, Sade Village Lombok is the one stop that will change how you see the whole island. This is not a museum or a reconstructed set. It is a living Sasak hamlet of roughly 700 people, all from one extended family, still […]

Renting a Scooter in Lombok: Prices, Rules and Advice (2026)

Most people in Lombok get around by scooter. If you can ride one, the island opens up. Beaches like Mawi and Mawun have no public transport, and a taxi to them costs more than a day’s scooter rental. This guide covers what renting a scooter in Lombok actually costs in 2026, the rules nobody explains […]

How Much Does Lombok Cost? Complete Budget Breakdown

Lombok is genuinely cheaper than Bali. Not slightly cheaper. Noticeably cheaper. A proper sit-down meal at a local warung costs Rp 25,000–40,000 ([$1.50–$2.50]). Scooter hire runs Rp 60,000–80,000 ([$3.80–$5]) per day. A solid guesthouse in Kuta Lombok starts at Rp 200,000 ([$12.50]) per night. If you’re wondering how much does Lombok costs? The numbers below […]

Selong Belanak Villa Guide: Best Luxury Stays in South Lombok

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A handpicked Selong Belanak villa guide: best luxury stays, beach access, sunset views, and what to expect—plus tips for booking the right spot in South Lombok. Selong Belanak Villa Guide: the best villas to stay in South Lombok Selong Belanak is one of those places that feels easy the moment you arrive. It’s quiet. It’s […]

Pantai Kuta Lombok – The Ultimate Guide [2026]

Pantai Kuta Lombok

Pantai Kuta Lombok is one of Indonesia’s most stunning beaches, offering turquoise waters, soft white sand, and world-class surf spots. Unlike its Bali counterpart, Kuta Lombok is quieter, less crowded, and surrounded by breathtaking coastal cliffs and rolling hills. Whether you’re here to relax, surf, or explore, this guide covers everything you need to know […]

Best Coffee Spots in Lombok

Latte with latte art and a croissant at one of the best cafes in Kuta Lombok

Lombok’s coffee scene is small, but it’s good. And the best part is this: each area has its own vibe. There are many great coffee spots in Lombok, and this guide breaks them down by area so you know exactly where to go. Use this guide when you’re confused about where the best coffee spots […]