Best Villa in Lombok
Are you looking for the best villa in Lombok to enjoy your stay on the beautiful tropical island of Lombok? Then look no further!
Visiting Lombok
Lombok Island is only a twenty-minute flight from Bali and boasts awe-inspiring natural scenery, rich cultural diversity, and some of the best beaches, mountains, and surf in the world.
For many years, Lombok has been known for the five-star resort hotels and independent villas found along its north-eastern coast, namely in Senggigi as well as the three Gili Islands to its north.
In the last five years, Lombok has developed, and a more independent, boutique style of accommodation can be found along the south coast, in and around Kuta and Selong Belanak.
South Lombok
The south of Lombok offers a more natural and unscripted experience, with arguably far nicer beaches and a less developed and more natural feeling to the area.
South Lombok also attracts a younger European clientele, and because of this, it is host to many wonderful international restaurants, cafés, and coffee shops for tourists and locals to enjoy.
When searching for the best villa in Lombok, there are many options and many locations worth considering; however, it is our opinion that Kuta in south Lombok is both strategically and conveniently the best location to enjoy your holiday.
Since the airport moved from the north of the island to the south, Kuta is only a short drive from the International Praya Airport.
The close proximity to the airport and ferry ports makes the south of Lombok very easily accessible and convenient, especially now that international flights are flying directly to the airport.
The best villa in Lombok
Villa Amani in Kuta Lombok is arguably one of the best villas in Lombok due to its central location and beautiful tropical design. Most importantly is Villa Amani’s secluded privacy and excellent team members to ensure your stay is both memorable and enjoyable.
To ensure Villa Amani is the best villa in Lombok, we have worked to ensure the property is perfectly designed and meticulously maintained, and we have created a number of community-led experiences for guests to enjoy.
Villa Amani’s location allows guests to walk into the town center and enjoy all the local amenities, but they also have close proximity to some of the best beaches and activities the island has to offer.
And when guests stay in Villa Amani, the best villa in Lombok, they can rest assured that we do all we can to ensure the villa is both sustainable, stylish, and welcoming.
For more information, contact us here.
World Superbikes Lombok 2022
World Superbikes Lombok 2022 will be held in Kuta Lombok.
We look forward to welcoming riders and spectators back for World Superbikes Lombok 2022 after the success of last year’s WorldSBK event in Kuta Lombok and the incredible MotoGP race in 2021.
With this iconic track in Kuta Lombok, get ready for World Superbikes Lombok 2022, the pinnacle of the racing calendar in the beauty of Lombok.
We have put together some information to help you make the most of the racing weekend.
When is the event in Kuta, Lombok?
The whole event date
November 11-13, 2022
The main event (race day)
November 13, 2022
Where is the event taking place in Kuta Lombok?
Address:
Mandalika Street Circuit
Mandalika
Indonesia
World Superbikes On-Site Helpline:
+44 7973 748591
Travel tips and things to do in Kuta Lombok:
Try some of Kuta Lombok’s restaurants. Click here for more information.
Learn how to get to Kuta Lombok by boat, plane, or car by clicking here.
Learn to surf at one of the amazing surf beaches in Lombok. Click here for more information.
Check out some other activities to do while you are in Kuta Lombok; click here for more information.
The best places for breakfast before the race can be found here.
Click here to see some other places to visit when you’re in Lombok.
Want to relax? then visit this page to see the best beaches in South Lombok.
Trip advice
From Singapore and Malaysia, you can take a direct flight to Lombok International Airport, which is located not too far from Mandalika. Flights are also available from various major cities in Indonesia, such as Jakarta, Surabaya, and Bali. From Jakarta, the flight will take about 2 hours, while from nearby Bali, it will only take about 30 minutes.
You can get a taxi at the airport or arrange a private pickup through us. Car rental is also an option; our hotels have ample parking.
From Bali, you can also take a ferry from Padang Bai Harbor to Lembar Harbor in Lombok. From there, you can take a bus or a taxi to Mandalika, which will take about 2–3 hours.
For more information about the race and the World Superbikes in Lombok, visit the website.
A guide to the Best food from Lombok
Indonesia is well known for its wide diversity of culture, customs, and people, and this is wholesomely represented in its food and dining culture.
Lombok is no exception, and we have put together a list of the best local foods in Lombok that you must try.
1. Plecing Kangkung
One of the most appetizing Lombok specialties you must taste is Plecing Kangkung, and it is definitely recommended for all vegetable and seafood lovers. This spicy water spinach salad has a limp look but a crunchy texture. The blanched veggies are topped with a chili and shrimp paste dressing, grated coconut, garlic, deep-fried peanuts, and lime juice.
Taliwang H. Moerad’s House
Address: Jl. Pelikan, Pejanggik, Kec. Mataram, Kota Mataram, Nusa Tenggara Barat
Opening Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
2. Ayam Taliwang
Ayam Taliwang is a traditional Indonesian grilled chicken dish.Yet, what makes it unlike other Indonesian grilled chicken is the main ingredient, or “ayam kampung,” meaning chicken from the village—it usually tends to be smaller, juicier, and more organic than the rest. The fowl is covered in “taliwang” sauce, made of shrimp paste, garlic, lime juice, chilies, salt, and candlenuts. Gobble it up while it’s still hot.
Rumah Makan Taliwang
Address: Jl. A. A. Gede Ngurah No. 26, Cakranegara Timur, Cakranegara, Kota Mataram
Opening Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
3. Sate Bulayak
What distinguishes this beef satay from other skewered dishes is its companion, known as Bulayak.It’s a type of compressed rice cake wrapped in palm leaves with an elongated shape. This special dish is served with a spicy coconut milk sauce. There are plenty of vendors selling this food; however, the one in Taman Suranadi is highly recommended.
Sate Bulayak Suranadi
Address: Suranadi, Narmada, West Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara
Opening Hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
4. State Rembiga
Sate Rembiga has been popular since the Pejanggik royal family, in Rembiga Village, introduced it to the public. This typical dish is made of marinated diced beef, skewered, and then grilled over hot charcoal. The blend of spicy and sweet flavors whets everyone’s appetite. Enjoy it with either steamed rice or compressed rice cake.
Warung Sate Rembiga Utama
Address: Jl. Wahidin Sudirohusodo No. 5, Rembiga, Selaparang, Kota Mataram
Opening Hours: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
5. Ares
It might sound bizarre to hear that banana stems can be turned into a delicious meal—but that’s how Ares is made. This dish is commonly found in wedding ceremonies and religious festivals, and it is a type of curry in which beef, chicken, and fish are all included. The meat is simmered together with coconut milk and some aromatic herbs, such as galangal, ginger, and turmeric.
Lombok Waroeng Ares
Address: Jl. Raya Senggigi No. 18, Meninting, Batu Layar, Kabupaten Lombok Barat
Opening Hours: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
6. Sate Ikan Tanjung
Sate Ikan Tanjung is so named because it originates from Tanjung, a district of North Lombok. Ground fish, mostly tuna, is mixed with galangal, coconut milk, lemongrass, chilies, garlic, and kaffir lime leaves, then pressed onto a bamboo stick and grilled over smoldering coal. You should go in the afternoon or evening to find vendors selling this seafood dish.
Sate Ikan Khas Tanjung
Address: Jalan Raya Tanjung, Sokong, Tanjung, Sokong, Tanjung, Kabupaten Lombok Utara
Opening Hours: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
7. Nasi Puyung
Nasi Puyung is basically steamed rice; it’s usually accompanied by several traditional dishes, such as Ayam Suwir (shredded chicken cooked with lemongrass, chilies, and shrimp paste), Kering Kentang (crispy fried potato slices), Tumis Kacang (sauteed string beans), and sambal (spicy hot sauce). Add some fried soy beans for the garnish, and you have the perfect meal.
Inaq Esun Nasi Balap Puyung
Address: Jl. Raya Puyung, Puyung, Jonggat, Kabupaten Lombok Tengah
Opening Hours: 8 a.m. to 2 a.m.
8. Bebalung
“Bebalung” means “animal bone,” and this dish is made from either goat or cow ribs. This soupy meal is available during cultural festivals and always overshadows other Lombok specialties. The ribs are stewed with tamarind leaves, garlic, shallots, ginger, galangal, salt, and pepper. It is served hot with steamed rice, lime juice, and spicy hot sauce (sambal).
Warung Bebalung Sapi
Address: JL Surenadi Narmada, RT. 01, Narmada, Lembuak, Mataram, Lombok Barat
Contact numbers: +62 879-1796-3331
9. Ikan Bakar Pantai Nipah
One of the greatest ways to enjoy an exotic Lombok beach is by having a bite of Ikan Bakar Pantai Nipah, which is a special grilled fish found on Nipah Beach. The fish is marinated in varied seasonings, such as lime juice, garlic, chilies, ginger, and sweet soy sauce, then grilled over hot coals. Other variations include squid and shrimp, and you shouldn’t miss out on any of these fine meals.
Ikan Bakar Pantai Nipah
Address: Pemenang, Kabupaten Lombok Utara
Opening Hours: 24 hours
10. Beberuk Terong
Are you an eggplant lover? If so, try Beberuk Terong, a tasty dish that comes in two types: raw and cooked. The raw version is normally devoured with spicy tomato sauce and chopped string beans, while the cooked version is usually roasted, shredded, and topped with spicy sambal. It’s good to eat it with steamed rice, Plecing Kangkung, and Ayam Taliwang.
Kerandangan: Ikan Bakar, Sate Bulayak, and Pelecing Kangkung
Address: Jl. Raya Senggigi No.16, Senggigi, Batu Layar, Kabupaten Lombok Barat
Opening Hours: 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Lombok foods are indeed worth trying.
If you are about to visit Lombok, be sure to include a culinary trip in your main itinerary. Try an assortment of delicious cuisine, from the fresh Lombok salad called Plecing Kangkung and Beberuk Terong to the tender, grilled, organic chicken known as Ayam Taliwang.
Things to do in Lombok
Lombok is an island with a variety of different landscapes and environments that yield endless things to do and explore.
Most people come to Lombok for surfing, wellness, or to explore the beaches, but there is so much more to do on this incredible island, including tracking, walking, or just soaking up the astonishing natural beauty of Lombok.
We have put together a couple of our favorite things to do when on the island of Lombok, and being located in Kuta Lombok, Villa Amani is the perfect staging point for the whole island.
Located close to the International Airport and the new Mandalika MotoGP track, Kuta has fantastic connections from both air, land, and sea.
My wife and photographer Alina Zhuravlova loves Lombok as it is a stark juxtaposition to her usual work in fashion and retail photography. We’ve compiled some of her most recent work from when we were last on the island for your enjoyment.
Lombok remains a place for inspiration and relaxation, which we hope we can share with you.
images from the top; click the links for location.
Selong Belanak beach
Sembalun Hiking
Sunset at Air Guling
beach at Segara Resort
Driving in and around Kuta Lombok
Boats at Tanjung Ann
Kuta Village
Air gulling with the tide out
So get out there and explore, and let us know what you find.
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Resort or Private Villa in Lombok
When booking holidays you’re often faced with the dilemma whether to book a resort, hotel or private villa.
With Kuta Lombok expanding its options of accommodation, many people are now torn about whether to look for a resort or private villa, both of which are still in relatively limited supply compared to homes and small hotels.
In this article, we hope to outline some of the pros and cons of staying in a resort or a private villa and outline some of the benefits that we offer here at Villa Amani Lombok and the Niyama Villas.
The Differences Between a Resort and a Private Villa
The difference between a resort and a villa is that a resort has everything on site—restaurants, entertainment, activities, etc. Resorts also tend to have many guests.
Villas are more private, luxury residences designed for a relaxed, intimate feeling. The number of rooms is limited, usually enough for a multi-family vacation. It is not uncommon for villas to have private pools, private balconies, and private beaches.
Something Unique
In most cases, the larger resorts are part of a larger management company, so in our experience, although there is an element of certainty, you often lose the personal touches and local elements that individual villa owners can give to their properties.
Privacy and Space
The ultimate benefit of a private villa is that you have complete privacy, and guests warrant discretionary service tailored to their needs. So if you’re looking for that perfect vacation to spend time with friends, loved ones, or family, a private villa allows you the space and peace to do this.
Tailored facilities and amenities
As resorts usually have many facilities and amenities onsite with private villas, owners and managers are often more creative in the additional facilities and amenities they can provide guests.
At Villa Amani Kuta Lombok, for example, although we have a huge pool and various fitness equipment onsite, we also offer a range of wellness and fitness activities the guests can engage in from the comfort of their villa.
food and beverage
Most resorts have restaurants on-site; private villas do not; however, in the case of Villa Amani Kuta Lombok, we are close to the town center, which has a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, and dining options.
Also, with the private villa, you have a large kitchen and entertainment area that are perfect for cooking at home, ordering takeout from the many restaurants close by, or even hiring one of our recommended personal chefs to cater.
With dietary requirements and people wishing to know more about the food, they consume the private villa, which offers a flexible and transparent approach to good, wholesome food and dining.
The final word
Obviously, there are pros and cons to staying at a resort or a private villa; however, in the case of Villa Amani and Niyama, the service model and guest offerings have been lovingly prepared to offer a more unique experience to guests.
So when booking your next holiday, instead of just another cookie-cutter hotel or resort, try something different and private and create meaningful, memorable experiences.
Sustainable villa design in Kuta Lombok
From the layout of the house to the appliances you fill it with, there are many things you can do to make your home more eco-friendly.
When it comes to a new villa build, there are many things you can do to minimize the impact on the environment, from the construction to actually living in your new home.
It’s crucial to do your research and get these decisions right in the planning stages, as many things can be expensive, not to mention wasteful, to change later.
We try to incorporate as many sustainable initiatives as possible into Villa Amani Kuta Lombok, in both design and action.
Sustainable homes may be sustainable in the way they’re built, from the building materials used to the building techniques, or eco-friendly to live in—or preferably both!
We’ll look at different ideas, tips, and inspiration for designing a sustainable home.
When it comes to sustainable house design, the first thing you’ll need to do is choose the right location.
For more details, contact our friends at https://eco-mantra.com/.
LOCATION
A few location factors can influence how eco-friendly your home and/or lifestyle will be:
Proximity to infrastructure: Installing new infrastructure and utility systems will inevitably have a huge impact on the local environment, so try to look for a site that takes advantage of existing infrastructure, unless you’re planning to go off-grid.
Proximity to transportation: sustainable house design has wider considerations than the house itself. For example, living near public transportation can help you pursue a much more eco-friendly lifestyle compared to driving your car everywhere. So consider how close your potential new home is to public transport routes, and look for a site within walking distance if possible. Walkscore is a great resource to check how walkable your new neighborhood is.
Vulnerability to natural disasters: Many regions are prone to natural disasters of one kind or another, so it’s not always possible to avoid this. However, if you build your house in an area vulnerable to flooding, earthquakes, or hurricanes, for example, make sure it is built to withstand such disasters so that it is sustainable over the long term.
MATERIALS
Building materials can be harmful to the environment in a variety of ways, from the air, water, and land pollution they generate in production to the energy required to create them.
When it comes to sustainable house design, it’s important to consider the embodied energy—the total impact of all greenhouse gas emissions created by a given material throughout its entire lifecycle—of solar panels.
Using recycled materials not only avoids many of these issues, but it also prevents these items from ending up in landfills. There is a large range of such building materials available these days, from those that were originally used for the same purpose, such as recycled tiles, to materials that have been completely repurposed, such as composite decking made from recycled plastic.
Some of the fantastic recycled building materials you’ll find to aid you with your sustainable house design and building project are:
- Bamboo
- Composites
- Recycled glass countertops
- Doors, floors, and other elements made from wood reclaimed from demolished or remodeled buildings
- Bricks and masonry that have also been reclaimed from old buildings
- Roof shingles made from recycled car tires
- Landscaping soil from excavations
Check out https://asalibali.com/.
If you cannot find recycled materials, try to go for those that are recyclable to minimize their long-term impact on the environment.
Use locally sourced building materials; we are big on this at Villa Amani.
Another way to keep your building materials eco-friendly is to source them locally as much as possible. Transporting local materials will generate fewer emissions compared to supplies that need to come from across the country or even across the world.
This may mean adapting your design to take advantage of the amazing materials available in your area. You may need to rethink the kind of house you want, but this will give your new home an authentic, local vibe!
You may even decide to build your home in a certain location based on the local building materials that are available.
ENERGY
When drafting your sustainable house design blueprint, taking energy efficiency into account can make a huge difference to the building’s impact on the environment. Any structure with a large surface area is less energy-efficient, as the increased surface area allows more heat to escape.
Therefore, a taller and more compact house is generally more energy-efficient than a low and wide structure with the same number of square feet. Similarly, cubes and spheres are more efficient than more irregular, spread-out shapes.
APPLIANCES
An eco-friendly home goes far beyond the design, location, and building materials you use—you also need to consider the appliances you use. Sustainable house design is also about filling your home with appliances that consume less energy, which is not only better for the environment but will also greatly reduce your energy bills or let you run your home on renewable energy.
Manufacturers are now offering low-energy appliances in just about any niche you can think of, from washing machines to kitchen appliances. At a minimum, look for Energy Star-rated appliances—this should cover everything from computers and TVs to kitchen appliances and water heaters.
LED lighting is also much more energy-efficient and lasts much longer. Even though it requires a larger upfront investment, this pays itself off over time because you won’t need to change your LED light bulbs for years!
HVAC
While energy-efficient appliances can make a difference, your heating and cooling are even more important, as this is where most homes’ energy consumption comes from. Therefore, energy-efficient HVAC (heat ventilation and air conditioning) is a key part of sustainable house design.
Nature is your friend.
To maximize the energy efficiency of your sustainable house design, it’s important to consider not only how much energy you use but also where that energy comes from. Therefore, being more energy-efficient while relying on renewable energy is a win-win for sustainability!
One of the most popular (and best) ways to power your home with renewable energy is by using solar panels. It is relatively easy to install a solar system in your home to give you free, eco-friendly energy while adding value to your home.
CONCLUSION
Sustainable house design starts from where you decide to build your home and the layout you choose, to how you power it and the insulation.
There are many ways you can make your home more eco-friendly, ranging from smaller actions such as switching out the traditional grass lawn to the kind of house you choose to build. You may choose a sustainable tiny home or prefab house, but there are plenty of other ways to make your house more environmentally friendly.
Bali welcomes tourists with quarantine scrapped for fully vaccinated.
The Bali governor of the popular Indonesian island destination said: ‘Bali’s tourism has been stuck for two years and it is the time for recovery’.
This marks a key step in re-opening tourism for Bali and Lombok.
Bali has scrapped quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated arrivals on Monday, allowing foreigners to visit isolation-free for the first time since the pandemic began. Travellers from 23 countries, including the UK, will now be able to skip hotel quarantine, as long as they are fully vaccinated and boosted, have a negative PCR test, and can provide proof of a paid-for hotel booking for at least four days.
Travellers must also take a PCR test on their third day and have proof of health insurance which includes Covid-19 cover.
If the changes prove successful, the popular island destination will open to travellers from the rest of the world on 1 April.
Connecting flights take 20 minutes to Lombok airport which is 20 minutes from Kuta Lombok.
No PCR or Antigen tests are required to travel domestically now in Indonesia.
Bali governor I Wayan Koster said on Friday: “We have to offer competitive travelling rules for overseas tourists as other countries have opened their tourism sector earlier.
“Bali’s tourism has been stuck for two years and it is the time for recovery.”
The move comes as dozens of other countries around the world announce an end to all travel restrictions. Keep checking daily as policies are subject to last-minute changes however things are looking up for people wanting to visit Bali and Lombok.
Click here for more travel information
Guide to the MotoGP in Mandalika Lombok.
Location Here’s our quick guide to the MotoGP in Mandalika, Lombok, and some advice for the weekend. Having just completed a lengthy track test with the world’s top motorcycle MotoGP World Championship teams, last-minute changes are being added to the Mandalika Street Circuit track in anticipation for the 2022 MotoGP World Championship hosted in Kuta Mandalika Lombok, Indonesia, on the 18th–20th of March 2022.
Last year saw a successful debut race for the World Superbike Championship final despite COVID and lousy weather. The race was a success, and participants raved about the beautiful scenery, fantastic people, and epic track.
With COVID restrictions being phased out and quarantine expected to be lifted in March 2022, Indonesia appears to be on track to reopen in time for the 2022 MotoGP World Championship in Kuta Mandalika, Lombok, Indonesia.
With accommodations on Lombok Island sparse due to the anticipated number of spectators, we advise booking soon to secure transportation and accommodation for the race weekend.
Various provisions exist, such as glamping and camping facilities near the track site; however, if you have transportation, multiple accommodations are available across the island of varying degrees of luxury and proximity.
Things to do in Kuta Lombok can be found here.
Travelling to the race
Kuta Mandalika is located on the southern tip of Lombok, which is primarily located close to the airport and within a 20-minute drive of the small town and adjacent Mandalika Street Circuit Track.
A guide to getting to Kuta Lombok is here.
Currently, only domestic flights access the island via significant cities such as Surabaya, Jakarta, or Bali. All are within a short flight distance, and we hope that international airline traffic will resume for the event.
Other key options for accommodation during the event would be Mataram, an hour and a half’s drive, or Senggigi, a short distance further and more tailored to tourism. At the same time, Mataram is the capital city of the island.
See the best beaches in Lombok here.
It may also be worth looking at other smaller towns such as Praya and others for more basic, simple homestay accommodation closer to the event.
The local town of Kuta, where Villa Amani is located, has all the resources and amenities you need, including excellent restaurants, supermarkets, and many other things to do. We expect large amounts of traffic during the lead-up to and during the race weekend, so ensure you are prepared.
Check out restaurant recommendations here.
Feel free to contact us should you have any questions regarding the weekend. If possible, we suggest you stay longer and explore the beauty and culture of this fantastic Indonesian island, Lombok.
Useful information and tips
Capital: Jakarta
Time Zone: GMT +7 (Jakarta); GMT +8 (Mandalika)
Currency: Rupiah (sign: Rp, code: IDR)
Language: Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia)
Electric Plug Type: C and F
Important phone numbers include:
Police/general emergencies: 110 or 112 (from satellites and mobile phones)
Ambulance and Medical Emergencies: 118 or 119
Search and Rescue: 115
Call 100 and 106 for domestic calls; 101 and 107 for international calls.
Tourist Information: +6221 2828899 (Bureau of Public Communication, Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy)
Websites:
- Circuit: https://themandalikagp.com/home
- Airport: https://lombok-airport.co.id/en
- Tourist Board: https://www.indonesia.travel/gb/en/home
