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Posted on Jun 5, 2025|Poolside Sumba Room
Guest User
An amazing place! Tucked away from the main roads and horse trails, it’s peaceful and has a wonderfully secluded vibe. The staff is attentive and friendly, the breakfasts are delicious with a wide variety to choose from. The room was clean, cozy, and everything looked new or very well maintained. I would definitely stay here again.
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Price per night from:IDR 2,858,246
Posted on Dec 27, 2025|Palm View Bungalow
Matt NasirPondok Santi Estate is truly an exceptional place to stay.
We stayed at Pondok Santi Estate in Gili Trawangan for four nights, and from the very first moment, everything exceeded our expectations. The level of service is outstanding — a true 5 out of 5 — and the experience feels much more like a five-star luxury resort rather than a hotel.
Every detail is beautifully designed and perfectly maintained. The rooms are spacious, elegant, and extremely comfortable. Housekeeping is impeccable, and the staff is attentive without ever being intrusive.
The restaurant experience deserves special praise. The food quality, presentation, and service were consistently excellent. Breakfasts were a highlight of our stay — fresh, delicious, and served in a peaceful, beautiful setting that made every morning feel special.
What truly sets this resort apart is the warmth and professionalism of the team. From the room staff to the restaurant team, everyone made us feel genuinely welcome and well cared for throughout our stay.
Personally, Gili Trawangan itself is not a destination that impressed me greatly. However, Pondok Santi Estate completely transformed our experience and made the island a place I would happily return to again — specifically because of this resort.
We feel very fortunate to have stayed here and are deeply grateful for such a memorable and high-quality experience. Pondok Santi Estate is a true sanctuary of comfort, elegance, and exceptional hospitality, and we would not hesitate to return.
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Price per night from:IDR 5,277,575
Posted on May 8, 2026
Guest UserThe hotel's location is fantastic, right on the beachfront with private sun loungers. The staff are welcoming, and there's a tap outside each villa to rinse off sand after the beach. We were greeted wonderfully and checked in immediately as our room was ready. They promptly brought welcome drinks and cold towels.
Regarding the downsides: there are no disposable toothbrushes or body lotion. The water isn't in disposable bottles but in a carafe that you have to refill yourself in the lobby. The room is very dark with insufficient lighting. The windows aren't airtight, leading to high street noise, especially when the call to prayer starts at night. The refrigerator is also very noisy. The air conditioner is positioned to blow directly onto the bed, so we had to sleep with our heads at the foot of the bed. The AC is also loud. There were strange worm-like caterpillars crawling in the bathroom and room. There are no power outlets near the beds. Breakfast is à la carte, with an additional buffet offering vegetables, fruits, cheese, cold cuts, and pastries. The breakfast food isn't very good; poached eggs were overcooked. A plus is that you can order several dishes from the menu. The latte coffee was very bitter, and I had to add milk myself. I believe the price for this hotel is too high. The only plus is the location – it's conveniently situated a 10-minute walk from the port and has a beach spot where you can see turtles.
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Price per night from:IDR 1,877,294
Posted on Mar 29, 2026|King Room with Balcony
Guest User
Excellent location. It's a one-minute walk to the sea, and you get gorgeous sunsets right on your doorstep. The rooms are spacious, and the bathroom is large and comfortable with a stylish interior. There are only 20 rooms, making it a small and cozy place.
Like most hotels in Indonesia, there's an issue with room cleaning; you often have to remind them to change the linen, and the towels can be stained.
Another downside is the window screen in the bathroom—it makes it very hot during the day, lets insects in, and loud music from Rabbita often blasts through.
Overall, it's a good, comfortable hotel. We stayed for 6 nights.
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Price per night from:IDR 1,092,003
Posted on May 21, 2026
Guest UserLOVED this hotel!!! Hands down the most beautiful hotel on the island.
This place offers stunning beach vibes with little apartments and lovely outdoor spaces that make it so easy to relax and soak up the island lifestyle. We actually rented bikes and rode around the entire island, and this was easily the most beautiful hotel we saw!
The pool is the absolute main feature here—great cocktails and an amazing vibe. The rooms were nice, and the outdoor shower was the cutest touch! My only minor critique regarding the room would be the lack of shower gel holders and towel rails near the actual shower itself.
Food-wise, breakfast was incredible. It can take quite some time—you could easily spend an hour there—but it wasn't a problem for us because they bring out croissants and pastries while you wait, keeping you full while you enjoy the beautiful views.
An absolutely stunning stay, I can't wait to go back!
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Price per night from:IDR 1,832,344
Posted on Jun 22, 2026
Guest UserThe hotel is good, with lots of greenery and a clean area. We were able to check in early. The beach is close by, but the waves are strong and the water recedes in the evening. The water near the shore is light turquoise, but in some places, there's trash floating on the surface. The hotel has a pool where a disco is held; in my opinion, it's the best on the island. Entry is free, but if you want to sit by the pool, you need to place an order.
However, we rented garden cottages, which were quite expensive. For that price, breakfast should have been included for free. Next time I'm on Gili, I won't pay so much for accommodation. There's no difference from other bungalows, except for the exterior.
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Price per night from:IDR 1,840,277
Posted on Mar 24, 2026
Guest User
I stayed in a female dorm with 3 beds and was very happy with my stay! The location is great and very close to the harbor. The room was very clean upon my arrival, and having a locker/wardrobe right by the bed made me feel very secure when storing my belongings. The bed squeaked a bit, but it didn't bother me much. The bathroom was also very clean, which isn't always a given in dorms/hostels. A towel is provided, but you need to bring your own hand soap/shower gel/toothbrush/toothpaste. It's a very quiet area around the hotel, and there's a fantastic local eatery (Warung) practically next door. I would recommend it to any solo female traveler.
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Price per night from:IDR 124,272
Posted on Jan 30, 2025
Denis
The hotel is new and very beautiful, the staff is responsive, a good beach with sun loungers and a gorgeous sunset, far from the pier and all the bars, restaurants only. Very tasty breakfasts
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Price per night from:IDR 1,078,783
Posted on Jun 11, 2026
チモリちもりBefore my stay, I was quite anxious due to many negative reviews about the hotel. I had booked four rooms and checked all the areas that had received poor feedback, such as the hygiene of the rooms and pool, and issues with air conditioning not cooling. To my surprise, all the negative points had been addressed and improved! Waking up to the sound of many different birds chirping in the morning was lovely. This is a hotel with great value for money, and I'd love to visit again.
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Price per night from:IDR 581,697
Posted on Aug 1, 2025
Guest User
Absolutely the best place to stay in Gili T! The pool is fantastic, the food is incredibly tasty, and the staff are truly amazing always attentive and guaranteed to put a smile on your face. I'll definitely be coming back!
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Price per night from:IDR 608,137