BANANA LEAF RESORT, Gili Trawangan

With two outdoor pools open year-round, air-conditioned bungalows featuring private terraces, and a central location, the 3-star Banana Leaf Resort offers a blend of relaxation and adventure. The resort provides sun loungers, sun umbrellas, and a pool bar. Bungalows are equipped with WiFi, safety deposit boxes, king four-poster beds with mosquito nets, and private bathrooms with hot water. A local cuisine breakfast is available each morning at Banana Leaf Resort. Staff can organize snorkeling, diving, horse riding, volcano trekking, and other activities. Bike rental is available on-site. The resort lies 5-8 minutes by bicycle from the Gili T Night Market, sunset beach, surf beach, and turtle point. Its peaceful location ensures quiet nights while remaining close to nightlife. Guests also have access to a shared kitchen, garden, and sun terrace.

Friendly and helpful staff, notably Norman, Jimmy, and Sam, who assist with tours, transfers, and activity bookings.

Quiet, peaceful setting away from mosques and roosters, yet within easy walking or cycling distance of attractions.

Guests can rent bikes directly at the resort and arrange snorkeling trips, surf lessons, and other excursions on-site.

The local cuisine breakfast, especially banana pancakes and omelettes, receives positive feedback.

Some bathroom water had a smell or lacked cold water; mosquitoes were occasionally present in rooms.

TV in rooms is small and placed high, which may not be ideal for viewing.