Whether it's surfing, outdoor adventure or local villages, Lombok has a choice of regions to explore. The island is a popular travel destination due to its variety of budget options; from luxury hotels to budget accommodation and everything else in between.
Starting in the south, Kuta is an incredibly scenic part of Lombok, home to rugged cliffs and incredible vantage points across the ocean. Here you'll find white sandy beaches and turquoise water as well as surfing hotspots on the island. For surfers, the choice of bays best to stay at include Gerupuk Bay, which lies east of Kuta, Are Guling, to the west of Kuta and Mawi. Mari is a reef break only 20 minutes west of Kuta, perfect for experienced surfers.
Next, Senggigi is considered to be the more populated, tourist part of the island. The beach here has incredible black volcanic sand, and the area brings a variety of restaurants, hotels and bars.
Tanjung is fast becoming a tourist destination set on a natural harbour and filled with resorts. While Mataram is far less popular with tourists, it is an excellent place for those wanting to visit mosques. The town also brings a taste of local life, with some restaurants as well as warungs and stalls.
Lombok offers a mix of accommodation options and depending on what you're visiting for. Whether you are travelling on a surf trip or family holiday, choose from the variety of accommodation options in Lombok, to make your stay a memorable one.
