Hotel Tugu Lombok is the island's most atmospheric luxury address, a collection of suites, villas and bungalows scattered through gardens on Sire Beach in Tanjung, on the northwest coast. The hotel is known for its collection of Indonesian art and antiques, with Mahabharata-themed artworks and carved pieces throughout the property. It has a private white-sand beach with sun loungers, beach massages and beach yoga, indoor and outdoor pools, a waterslide, a hot tub, and a full-service spa with massages and Indonesian jamu traditions. Dining is at Bale Kokok Pletok and the hotel offers a range of dining experiences, including dinners set up on the beach or in the garden. The hotel says the Gili Islands are a short boat ride away, with boat and snorkeling trips arranged on site, and it looks across the water toward Mount Rinjani at sunrise. Guests rate it 9.6, Exceptional,.
Location and getting around
Tugu sits at the northern end of the west coast, near Bangsal Harbor, the main departure point for the Gilis, and next to Sire Beach Golf Club. It is well away from the bustle of Senggigi, which suits travelers who want quiet, but it means that restaurants and shops outside the hotel are limited, so most guests eat on site.
Airport and train station transfers can be arranged, and the drive from Lombok International Airport is long, so factor that into your plans. For day trips, the hotel can organize boat trips to the Gilis, and the waterfalls near Senaru are within reach by car.
The rooms
Accommodation ranges from the Sanghyang suites and the beachfront Bhagavat Gita suites to Aloon-Aloon and Svarga villas, Kampong Lombok and Ampenan bungalows, and a connecting two-bedroom villa for families. Rooms are individually furnished, with air conditioning, bathrobes, premium bedding and 24-hour room service, and many have large bathrooms with a tub and rainfall shower. The look is rich and theatrical, with antiques and carved wood, rather than minimalist.
Who it suits and what to know: it is a good fit for couples, honeymooners, families who want space and anyone who values character over a standard resort design. Children are welcome, with a playground and extra beds available at a charge, and the minimum check-in age is sixteen. Cooked-to-order breakfast is charged separately on some rates, so check what is included, and pets are not allowed. Expect rates at the top end for Lombok, with value in the villas for families and groups.
Why stay here
- ✓Private white-sand beach
- ✓Antique-filled suites and villas
- ✓Indoor and outdoor pools
- ✓Hening Swarga spa
- ✓Beach yoga and massages
- ✓Boat trips to the Gili Islands
- ✓Beachside dining
- ✓Free parking
Good questions
Where is Hotel Tugu Lombok?+
It is on Sire Beach in Tanjung, on the northwest coast of Lombok, near Bangsal Harbor and Sire Beach Golf Club. The Gili Islands are a short boat ride away, with excursions arranged by the hotel.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, children are welcome and there are connecting villas, a playground, pools and a waterslide. Extra beds are charged, and the minimum check-in age is sixteen.
Is breakfast included?+
Cooked-to-order breakfast is charged separately on some rates, so check your rate details. The main restaurant is Bale Kokok Pletok.
