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Sumatra Expedition Lodge

Sampe Raya, 20852 Bukit Lawang, Indonesia
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Sumatra Expedition Lodge

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Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
112 reviews

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Sumatra Expedition Lodge is a recently renovated guest house in Bukit Lawang, where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with a desk. Some units have a balcony and/or a patio with mountain or pool views. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. À la carte and American breakfast options with local specialities, pancakes and juice are available each morning. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site traditional restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, cocktails and high tea. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Guests at Sumatra Expedition Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bukit Lawang, like cycling. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Kualanamu International Airport is 114 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Asian, American

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Bukit Lawang

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rikke
    Denmark Denmark
    “Very friendly and helpful host and guides for the jungle trip. Excellent staff on the trip to the jungle incl. information about the nature, animals and fauna… and they served very good food on the trip 👍🏻😃”
  • Maria
    Spain Spain
    “The personal is amazing and the rooms at the bottom are just perfect!”
  • Lisa
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Super friendly stuff, really clean and nice room, yummy food, very welcoming and helpful Nice and comfy bed after the jungle trek (organised by the lodge!, would definitely recommend the jungle trek)”
  • Christian
    Germany Germany
    “Super friendly hosts. Clean! Mosquito net worked well but restricted size of bed, so that we two were quite limited in sleeping position Location and setup of place is great👍👍😉”
  • Anna
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Lilly and Kaku were very thoughtful and welcoming people which made our stay super pleasant.”
  • Emily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A beautiful guesthouse in a stunning location. Everything was very clean and comfortable. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. We felt right at home. Thank you Lilly and Ishako for having us and your jungle guides Dion and Alec were...”
  • Alexander
    Belgium Belgium
    “Govinda and Lily were so helpful and friendly. After losing our luggage they made sure to pick it up from the airport. Rest of the staff all lovely and cheerful. Beds very comfortable with good airconditioning. Everything sparkly clean. Would...”
  • Shemara
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Highly recommended! Location is beautiful, with lovely views, and within walking distance of the village. The people were so nice, it felt like staying with family. Food was delicious. Dion and Andre made our 3 day jungle trek the highlight of our...”
  • Alexander
    Belgium Belgium
    “Homestay located right outside of Bukit Lawang with a great view and nice owners, very hospitable. Jungle trekking was fantastic: we had a fun and responsible guide (Iman!) and saw a lot of flora and fauna. However, keep in mind that the trek can...”
  • Sarah
    Germany Germany
    “Had a great time at this lovely place! The hosts make you feel very welcome, and they help out with every question you have!”

Managed by Ishako Ranto SImanjuntak

Company review score: 9.7Based on 111 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Born only a few doors down from our Lodge site, Ishako Ranto Simanjuntak spent many years working as a free-lance guide in Bukit Lawang, during which time he met UK born yet NL raised Lily Morgan, who moved to Sumatra in 2017 to manage the Bukit Lawang Education Trust. Ever since that fateful day, the pair have enjoyed scouring Sumatra for the spiciest food, singing sweet Batak love ballads and arguing, or discussing the greater questions in life! After falling pregnant with their first son in early 2022, the pair decided to invest all their knowledge and love for the region into a guesthouse that would honour Ishako’s Batak heritage, whilst showcasing the best of the region’s traditions and cultures, in order to provide their guests with an honest, raw yet elegant experience of Sumatran life.

Property information

We are located a 25 minute walk away from the tourist centre- do not book if you want to be in the centre! .62 812. 6572. 5207. .62 813. 7642. 3606. @sumatranethicalexpeditions Specialising in sustainable JUNGLE TREKS AND TOURS with the goal of showcasing the best of the Sumatra's raw yet elegant history and culture, Sumatra Expedition Lodge has been built with traditional Batak techniques, resulting in spacious and airy rooms, each equipped with their own private terrace and modern ensuite facilities. The Lodge is nestled between the village and rice paddy fields, meaning each of our four rooms enjoys breath-taking views of the glorious Sumatran farmland and mountainous Leuser National Park. Located opposite our eco-veg plot, the Lodge sits proudly above two large fishponds, filled with colourful Koi and (delicious when BBQ’d) Ikan Nila. From our communal dining area you can gaze at the mountainous Leuser National Park, where our registered and professional guides will take you trekking! Our goal to protect and revive our cultural heritage is also reflected in the extra-activities available at the Lodge, such as buffalo farming and day trek’s, Sumatran cooking classes, rice padi workshops, along with traditional carving and batik printing workshops. We are very well connected with the charitable community in Bukit Lawang, and endeavour to facilitate guest visits to show them the valuable work being performed in the area. Furthermore, all ingredients used in our kitchen are either grown on our veg plot, or bought locally, as we endeavour to support local, sustainable entrepreneurs.

Neighbourhood information

Positioned between the village, irrigation and rice paddy fields the Lodge boasts easy access to whatever our guests may be in search of. With Soul Bar, Gino's Place, Masno's Cafe, Indomaret/Alphamaret, the Friday Market place plus local warungs (coffee bars) and kedais (corner shops) all within a ten minute radius, our guests needs are easily satisfied. Those looking for nature will find there are many local footpaths which meander through the paddy fields and surrounding farmland where you will also find our working buffalo, Betty. Additionally, Bukit Lawang Toursit centre is easily accessible by foot (20mins), bicycle (10mins), or tuktuk (5mins).

Languages spoken

English,Indonesian

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Lodge Resto
    • Cuisine
      Indonesian • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Sumatra Expedition Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • River view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Karaoke
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

    Transport

    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Key access
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Mosquito net
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Wellness

    • Yoga classes
    • Full body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Massage
      Additional charge

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Indonesian

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 13:00 to 20:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rp 100,000 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Sumatra Expedition Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Sumatra Expedition Lodge

    • Guests staying at Sumatra Expedition Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Asian
      • American
      • À la carte

    • Check-in at Sumatra Expedition Lodge is from 13:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Room options at Sumatra Expedition Lodge include:

      • Double

    • The prices at Sumatra Expedition Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Sumatra Expedition Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Karaoke
      • Evening entertainment
      • Head massage
      • Happy hour
      • Neck massage
      • Cooking class
      • Full body massage
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Live music/performance
      • Hand massage
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Foot massage
      • Bike tours
      • Yoga classes
      • Back massage

    • Sumatra Expedition Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • The Lodge Resto

    • Sumatra Expedition Lodge is 1.1 miles from the centre of Bukit Lawang. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.