Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
The hostel is located right on the calmer parts of the ocean on a lagoon. It is an amazing property with wonderful people, great host Arif and his lovely family who runs this place. The two surfing spots are around 20 minutes drive each, which make this location quite quiet, and the hostel has very good social vibes, and overall a place where you will come for 2 days and end up staying 2 weeks.
Arif is an amazing host who would do anything to help you, tell you about his beautiful island and make you feel comfortable ! His hostel is situated in a really nice bay not far from town where you will find good local restaurants.
Great vibe,
Mostly quet place, outdoors.
Very welcoming family
Arif takes care of guests, boys helping too.
You can order pizza there on certain days.
Lovely pets, guarding place.
It's quite safe, even experienced earthquakes on the island, reef and waves break very far from here.
Absolutely enjoyed my stay.
It's a simple hostel but with wonderful vibes and amazing owners! Had a really great time there!
Will come back...for suuuuree!! :D
Where should I begin.... Amazin place, nice people, the owner arif and his family, woow... Such lovely helpful people. Here you get much more what u payed, amazin pizza evenings free, Village tours, help with everything (visa extend, taxi...)
Located between 2 surf spots, u can rent scooter with board rack and just go.
I stayed 10 days there and I am sad to leave...
A mix between hostel and homestay.
Thanks for everything
The Nias Islands are very special. I was very lucky to spend three days with Arif, his family and everyone at the Salty Dog hostel. If you are looking to experience a vibrant culture, surfing, skating - and a great host who goes out of their way to make anyone feel welcome - look no further
Sean
Solo traveler
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