Gili Islands

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Gili Islands which includes landscape views, night scenes and a sunset
Gili Islands
Gili Islands featuring a sandy beach, a sunset and night scenes
Gili Islands featuring landscape views, general coastal views and a sunset
Gili Islands which includes boating, mountains and general coastal views

Ringed by perfect beaches, clear waters and coral reefs, these three tiny islands off northwest Lombok have come to define the perfect holiday escape.

Throughout the 1980s and 1990s the deep water coral reefs, miles of white-sand beaches and slow pace of life attracted backpackers to the three Gili Islands. Today, the islands feature stylish resorts as well as the original backpacker accommodations. The area has matured into a world-class destination while still managing to maintain innocence and simplicity.

The three islands that make up the Gili archipelago are Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. Although they are very close to each other, each has developed its own distinctive characteristics.

The island closest to Lombok is Gili Air. Pull on a face mask and fins and simply swim out from the beach here to explore fabulous coral reefs. Visibility is often excellent and there is a vast array of marine life to see including reef sharks, manta rays and barracudas. Back on land, say hello to the local chickens, goats and cows. Gili Air is popular for its quaint rural atmosphere.

The middle island, Gili Meno, is the smallest and quietest. Visit turtle sanctuaries where green and loggerhead turtle eggs are hatched and nurtured for several months before being released into the ocean.

Gili Trawangan is the farthest from the mainland and known as the party island for its lively bar scene and all-night beach parties. It does, however, have its quieter side too with several luxury hotels and villas.

All three Gilis offer good snorkelling and diving opportunities. Find dive operators on any of the islands to rent equipment or arrange a guide. There are no motorised vehicles on any of the islands. Your options for getting around are bicycles, horse-drawn carts known as cidomos and walking. Gili means “small islands”. A leisurely walk around any of the islands takes no more than two hours.

To get to the Gili Islands from Lombok you can charter a boat from Bangsal Harbour or Senggigi. Fast speed boats also run directly from Bali.

Hotel Ombak Sunset

Hotel Ombak Sunset

4 out of 5
Gili Trawangan Island, Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan
The price is RM227 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM227
RM275 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (622 reviews)
Great location
"Great hotel for family. Right on the beach. Great sunsets. Great pool. Great service. Breakfast ok but not good on west side of island so need a bike to get to port. Awesome to roads around."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Hotel Ombak Sunset
Ponte Villas

Ponte Villas

3.5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
The staff is the sweetest.
"We have absolutely loved our stay! We’ll definitely be coming back and can 100% recommend it! The staff is the sweetest. Breakfast was also great – we loved that there was a menu to choose from!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Ponte Villas
Pearl of Trawangan

Pearl of Trawangan

3.5 out of 5
West Nusa Tenggara, Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan
The price is RM249 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
RM249
RM301 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (784 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful. Staff was so nice. Property, pool and room was so clean."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Pearl of Trawangan
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Java Wood Villa

Java Wood Villa

2 out of 5
Jl. Kelapa, Gili Trawangan, West Nusa Tenggara
Stay at this villa in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free WiFi and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Bangsal Harbor and Turtle Shore are located nearby.
Java Wood Villa
Kuno Villas

Kuno Villas

4 out of 5
Jl. Kima, Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan
Stay at this 4-star spa villa in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bangsal Harbor and Turtle ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Most amazing stay ever
"We stayed in villa Oscar, an utterly wonderful experience with our own swimming pool. Everything was perfect!"

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2024

Kuno Villas
BASK GILI MENO

BASK GILI MENO

3.5 out of 5
Gili Indah, Pemenang, Gili Meno, West Nusa Tenggara
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Gili Meno. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bangsal Harbor and NEST Sculpture ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"The main bar/restaurant/pool doubles as a beach club which isn't ideal"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

BASK GILI MENO
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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