Cocana Resort Gili Trawangan
9.6/10
The highest guest score of our Trawangan picks on Trip.com when we checked — a newer upmarket resort for travellers who want comfort first.
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Where to Stay in the Gili Islands
Choose the island first, then the side of it. Here is how the areas compare, with well-reviewed places to stay in every destination we cover.
Accommodation in the Gilis ranges from bamboo huts with a cold shower to villas with private pools, and the islands are small enough that location matters more than stars. Two decisions shape your stay: which island (see our comparison) and which coast. As a rule, east coasts have the harbour, the swimming and the sunrise; west coasts have the sunset, more space and a tidal reef flat that is too shallow to swim at low water.
We list a small number of hotels per destination, chosen for location and for their guest scores on Trip.com in October 2026. We do not print prices, which change daily; each card links to live rates. Simple homestays and bungalows — still the heart of Gili accommodation — are often not on the big booking sites at all and can be found by walking around, outside peak season.
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Where to base yourself
| Area | Atmosphere | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gili Trawangan – east coast | Busy strip of bars, dive shops and restaurants | Nightlife, divers, short stays | Noisy near the harbour until late |
| Gili Trawangan – north & west | Spacious resorts, sunset bars | Couples, families, sunsets | 20–30 minutes’ walk to the harbour; tidal lagoon |
| Gili Meno | Silent, sandy, sparsely built | Honeymoons, snorkelling, rest | Few restaurants and ATMs; fewer boats |
| Gili Air – south & east | Village lanes, cafés, beach platforms | First visits, families, food | The busiest part of a quiet island |
| Gili Air – west & north | Open, breezy, sunset side | Seclusion | Soft sand paths; poor swimming at low tide |
| Senggigi & the north-west coast | Mainland resort bays | Nights around flights, touring by car | 30–45 minutes from the Gili harbours |
| Senaru & Sembalun | Cool mountain villages | Rinjani treks and waterfalls | Simple lodges; bring cash |
| Kuta Lombok | Surf town with cafés | Beaches, surfing, value | 2–2.5 hours’ drive from the Gili boats |
| Gili Gede & Asahan | Remote small-island resorts | Real seclusion, coral | No ATMs; meals mostly at your resort |
Hotels by destination
Guest scores are Trip.com’s, out of 10, as shown in October 2026. Follow a card for current rates, photos and exact location.
Gili Trawangan
The biggest and liveliest Gili: dive schools, sunset swings, a night market and bars that stay open late.
Ombak Sunset
9.3/10
A large west-coast resort right at Sunset Point, home of the best-known sea swing. Pools, bikes and sunsets from your sunbed.
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Aston Sunset Beach Resort - Gili Trawangan
9.1/10
A full-service beachfront resort on the quiet north-west side, with a big pool and reliable international standards.
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Royal Regantris Trawangan
9.0/10
A consistently well-reviewed resort hotel with a pool; check the map on Trip.com for its exact position before booking.
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Jambuluwuk Oceano Gili Trawangan
8.9/10
A hotel with a pool facing the sea on the main east strip — convenient for dive centres and the night market.
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Marc Hotel Gili Trawangan
8.7/10
A modern, good-value hotel with a pool, set just back from the busiest part of the island.
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Gili Meno
The smallest, quietest Gili: empty beaches, a salt lake, the underwater statues and turtles on every snorkel.
BASK Gili Meno
9.6/10
The contemporary beach resort on the west coast directly in front of the Nest statues, with the highest guest score of our Meno picks.
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Seri Resort Gili Meno - Adults Only
9.2/10
An adults-only resort — a calm, grown-up base with a pool; check the map on Trip.com for its exact position on the island.
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Mahamaya Gili Meno
9.2/10
A small, stylish boutique resort on the sunset side, long a favourite for honeymoons and quiet anniversaries.
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Gili Air
The balanced Gili: a real village, good restaurants, easy snorkelling and just enough life after dark.
PinkCoco Gili Air - Constant Surprises & for Cool Adults Only
9.3/10
A playful, design-led adults-only hotel on the sunset coast, with pools and one of the island’s highest guest scores.
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Scallywags Beach Club
8.8/10
A long-running beachfront favourite on the south-east coast, close to the harbour, with a restaurant on the sand.
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Bel Air Resort & Spa Lombok
8.6/10
A resort with pools and a spa; check the map on Trip.com for its exact position before booking.
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Royal Regantris Villa Karang
8.5/10
A villa-style resort hotel with a pool, well placed for the island’s dive centres.
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Senggigi & the Harbours
Lombok’s west coast: Bangsal and Teluk Nara for the Gili boats, Senggigi’s sunset bays and the temples of Mataram.
The Sira, a Luxury Collection Resort and Spa, Lombok
9.5/10
A luxury beach resort on the Sire peninsula just beyond Bangsal, facing the Gilis — the grandest stay on this coast.
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Kalandara Resort Lombok
9.4/10
A highly rated resort hotel on the west coast with pools and a spa; check its exact bay on the Trip.com map.
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Katamaran Hotel & Resort Lombok
9.2/10
A hillside-and-beach resort in the quiet Mangsit area north of Senggigi, known for sea-view rooms and sunsets.
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Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort
9.2/10
Senggigi’s long-established international resort, on its own headland beside the main beach, with large gardens and pools.
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Puri Saron Senggigi Hotel
9.1/10
A traditional-style beachfront hotel in central Senggigi with gardens running down to the sand — dependable and good value.
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Mount Rinjani
The 3,726-metre volcano behind every Gili sunrise: crater-rim treks, a turquoise lake, and the waterfalls of Senaru.
Rinjani Beach Eco Resort
9.0/10
An eco-resort of bungalows on a quiet beach near Tanjung on the north coast, between the Gili harbour and Senaru — a good pre- or post-trek stop.
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Pondok Alam Rinjani
8.5/10
A simple, well-reviewed lodge for trekkers at the foot of the mountain; check the map on Trip.com for its exact village.
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Bale Aur Sembalun
8.2/10
A friendly, basic place to stay in the Sembalun valley, convenient for the summit route and Pergasingan hill.
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Villa Bambu Rinjani & Restaurant
8.0/10
Bamboo-style villas with a restaurant in the Rinjani foothills, popular as a night-before base.
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Kuta Lombok & the South
Surf bays, empty white beaches, Sasak villages and the Mandalika circuit — the wild southern half of a Gili trip.
Kala Lombok Hotel
9.5/10
A newer hotel with one of the highest guest scores in the area on Trip.com when we checked.
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Lombokhouse Mandalika
9.4/10
A very well-reviewed place to stay in the Mandalika area, with hundreds of guest ratings on Trip.com.
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Truntum Boutique Mandalika
8.9/10
A boutique hotel in the Mandalika district; see Trip.com for current room types and photos.
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Origin Lombok
8.6/10
A relaxed resort-style stay in the Kuta area; check its exact location on the Trip.com map.
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The Secret Gilis
Lombok’s other Gilis: Nanggu, Sudak, Kedis, Gede and Asahan in the south-west — the famous three as they were decades ago.
Kokomo Resort Gili Gede
9.3/10
A comfortable boutique resort of villas on Gili Gede, with a pool and its own jetty — the easiest way to stay in the Secret Gilis.
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Vayam Boutique Resort Gili Asahan
9.3/10
A small, much-loved boutique resort on the white beach of Gili Asahan, with snorkelling straight off the sand.
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Thamarind Resort Gili Gede
8.5/10
Simple, friendly bungalows on Gili Gede for travellers who want quiet at a modest price.
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Cocotinos Sekotong Lombok
A long-established dive and beach resort on the Sekotong mainland coast, facing the islands.
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From Bali
Padang Bai, Serangan, Sanur and Amed — the Bali departure points for the Gilis, plus Nusa Penida and Lembongan on the way.
Alila Manggis
A serene design resort on the coast at Manggis, about fifteen minutes from Padang Bai — the most comfortable place to sleep before a morning boat.
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Dewi Villa Padangbai Hotel
A small hotel in Padang Bai itself, within walking distance of the fast-boat jetty.
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Amankila
One of Bali’s great luxury hideaways, on a hillside above the sea near Manggis, a short drive from the harbour.
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Practical notes on Gili accommodation
- Fresh or salt water? Budget rooms may have brackish showers. If that matters, look for “fresh water” in the description.
- Getting your bags there. There are no taxis. Ask your hotel whether it sends a porter, a handcart or an electric buggy to the harbour — a better answer than a horse cart.
- Air-conditioning and power. Most mid-range rooms have air-conditioning; brief power cuts happen on all three islands.
- Noise. On Trawangan, check the distance from the central bars. Everywhere, expect the dawn call to prayer and the odd rooster.
- Peak dates. July, August and 20 December to 5 January book out early and often carry minimum stays.
- Split your stay. The islands are ten minutes apart; two bases in a week is easy and shows you two different worlds.
Plan your days in the Gilis
Turn a strip of white sand into a trip
Snorkelling boats, fast-boat seats and Rinjani treks run with limited places and fill up in July, August and around Christmas and New Year. Compare what is bookable online and reserve in a couple of taps.
Good to know
Where to stay: FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Which Gili island has the best hotels?
Gili Trawangan has the widest range and the most full-service resorts. Gili Meno has a handful of very good boutique resorts. Gili Air is strongest in the mid-range, with characterful small hotels and villas.
Is it better to stay on the east or west side of the Gili Islands?
East for convenience, swimming at all tides and sunrise over Rinjani; west for sunsets and quiet. On islands this small you can walk from one to the other in 15–25 minutes.
Do I need to book Gili accommodation in advance?
In July, August and at Christmas and New Year, yes — weeks ahead for the best places. In other months you can often book a few days ahead or find a room on arrival.
Should I stay on the Gilis or on Lombok?
On the Gilis for beaches, snorkelling and car-free calm. On Lombok for larger resorts, touring by car, surfing or trekking. Many trips combine both.
Are there family-friendly hotels on the Gili Islands?
Yes, particularly on Gili Air and on the quieter coasts of Gili Trawangan, where many resorts have pools and family rooms. Check for shallow pool areas and distance from the harbour.
Can I stay in the Secret Gilis?
Yes — on Gili Gede and Gili Asahan, which have small resorts. See the Secret Gilis guide.