Kalimantan
Roughly halfway along the village strip, this waterfront place has 10 simple but good-value rooms and a couple of 'penthouse' rooms way out on the end of…
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East Bali
Six bungalow-style garden units and rooms in a beachside villa with private pool are on offer in this cramped compound next to the river. Facilities…
Kalimantan
Borderline budget, this standard hotel offers a range of ageing, basic, clean rooms in a good location for exploring the market, river and old town. Hot…
Kalimantan
The chill rear balcony above the river is a plus. Its proximity to the megaphonic mosque, not so much. The unsigned green wooden building is 150m…
Kalimantan
The only accommodation in town. Rooms have no fan and share mandi, but there is a nice porch with a cross breeze, overlooking the main street. It's right…
Ubud
A step up from the usual homestay, the 16 rooms here are well-equipped and have river-valley and garden views. They range from basic with fans to deluxe…
Kalimantan
If you need air-conditioning, Abadi is a decent choice, tucked down a small lane near the village gate. The nine clean rooms all have air-con and TV, but…
Kupang
These 13 basic, comfy and clean motel rooms could do with a refurb, but remain a popular budget choice. There are ocean glimpses from the vine-shrouded…
Ubud
Eight simple bungalow-style rooms cluster at the back of a compact family compound in the very centre of town. You can soak your toes in a small…
Banda Islands
A step up from most of the other homestays: well-kept wooden rooms come with basins, reasonable beds and a water machine. The shared terrace for meals…
Banda Islands
Simple fan-only rooms with mandi (ladle bath) bathrooms in a biggish house a five-minute walk east of the jetty. Look for the sign. The helpful owner…
West Java
This centrally located hotel on the inland side of the coastal road offers large, clean rooms. The restaurant downstairs serves Indonesian grub. Rates…
Gili Air
Part of the 7 Seas dive empire, this is a decent bungalow compound just back from the beach. Rooms are tidy and have large balconies; cottages have…
Seminyak
Buried in a gang behind Bintang Supermarket, this budget champ is a short walk from clubs, the beach and other Seminyak joys. The 12 rooms are small and…
Banda Islands
Run from a gleaming, comfortable (if small) family home, Neilaka offers three rooms with shared bathrooms in a new concrete building with a wooden ceiling…
Manado
An actual hostel, with four-bed dorms (bunks) and lockers, clean shared bathrooms and a (tiny) communal kitchen. The best value for solo travellers at…
Kalimantan
The 26 rooms on three floors are all air-con at this slightly bland budget place on the main riverfront street. Rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors come with…
Sumba
Tasteful wood cottages on the beach, with pebbled baths. It's also close to the traditional Prai Liang and Prai Natang villages, which are just 15 minutes…
North Sulawesi
Three sparkling new rooms above the creek are a steal, the rest... not so much. That being said, the place is super-friendly, and the food portions are…
Ubud
Stroll the thickly planted grounds and enjoy views across Ubud and the rice fields from the elevated pool. The 12 rooms (some fan-cooled) are basic but…
Banda Islands
The Gamalama offers functional, relatively large rooms with OK beds beyond a lobby decked out in concrete trees. Bathrooms are mandi only. Staff are…
Kalimantan
The fanciest of the central hotels, this guesthouse-style place offers a few extra comforts, including reliable hot showers. Just up the block from the…
Sulawesi
Clean and simple rooms right on the water within walking distance of the boat dock. The place is run by a helpful couple who can help arrange diving and…
Sulawesi
Sparkling new, white-tiled rooms are clean and comfortable, and popular with tour buses. Note that some don't have windows – criminal in this part of the…
North Bali
Four good basic rooms (some with air-con) in a homestay located on the mountain side of the main road at the east end of the strip. Patios overlook the…
West Papua
Guide Zeth Wonggor offers tourist accommodation in three well-built wooden houses at the top of a steep road in Syobri.
West Java
The first guesthouse in town, Australian-owned Pondok Kencana enjoys a hilltop location at the entrance to the village, but is otherwise rundown and…
Semarang
This green-and-white no-frills hotel offers competitive rates for its 148 sharp, slightly cramped but comfortable rooms. Breakfast is basic, as is the…
Central Java
This lovely family home with a cared-for garden offers quaint, simple rooms with wood furnishings, private bathrooms and hot water. Meals are also…
Seminyak
While its standards have slipped, Ned's remains a good budget choice with 16 rooms, some basic and others more plush. Wi-fi is only available in reception.
East Java
Simple, fan-cooled tiled rooms come with high slanted ceilings and friendly management. It's on the inland road and just a moment's walk from the beach.
West Java
Twelve fairly average rooms with high ceilings, flat-screen TV and good beds. Those at the rear have views over a garden, where breakfast is served.
West Java
A nondescript modern hotel featuring floating beds, high ceilings and flat-screens in wood-panelled rooms. It all looks like it's seen better days.
Papua
This government-run hotel has clean rooms with comfy beds and almost-tasteful plastic flowers. Due to an earthquake, the floors slant considerably.
West Sumatra
The seven rooms at this friendly but very basic homestay come with Indonesian bathrooms and creaky beds. Owner Yanna is good for a chat.
Nusa Penida
Crushed-coral pathways running between animal statuary link the 10 very basic rooms here. Turn on Jl Nusa Indah just east of the centre.
Papua
A solid choice just a few minutes walk from the waterfront, with sizable rooms, comfy beds and mandi (cold-water ladle bath).
North Sumatra
One of Parapat's upmarket choices, the Atsari Hotel is close to the lakefront and has clean, spacious rooms, a cafe and a pool.
East Bali
Basic choice that offers cheap-ish accommodation and a warung. Its biggest drawcard is the beachfront location.
Kalimantan
This low-key dive operator has a handful of tidy overwater bungalows along the jetty in front of its shop.
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