Gili Islands

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

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 and1990s the deep water coral reefs, miles of white-sand beaches and slow pace oflife attracted backpackers to the three Gili Islands. Today, the islandsfeature stylish resorts as well as the original backpacker accommodations. Thearea has matured into a world-class destination while still managing tomaintain innocence and simplicity.

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

The island closest toLombok is Gili Air. Pull on a face mask and fins and simply swim out from thebeach here to explore fabulous coral reefs. Visibility is often excellent andthere is a vast array of marine life to see including reef sharks, manta raysand 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, GiliMeno, is the smallest and quietest. Visit turtle sanctuaries where green andloggerhead turtle eggs are hatched and nurtured for several months before beingreleased into the ocean.

Gili Trawangan is thefarthest from the mainland and known as the party island for its lively barscene and all-night beach parties. It does, however, have its quieter side toowith several luxury hotels and villas.

All three Gilis offer goodsnorkelling and diving opportunities. Find dive operators on any of the islandsto rent equipment or arrange a guide. There are no motorized vehicles on any ofthe islands. Your options for getting around are bicycles, horse-drawn cartsknown as cidomos and walking. Gili means “small islands”. A leisurely walkaround any of the islands takes no more than two hours.

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

Pearl Sunset Resort

Pearl Sunset Resort

4 out of 5
Jl. Pantai Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan, Nusa Tenggara Bar.
The price is €127 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
€127
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"Allround a great place to stay"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Pearl Sunset Resort
Pearl of Trawangan

Pearl of Trawangan

3.5 out of 5
West Nusa Tenggara, Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €102 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
€102
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (775 reviews)
"Amazing place!"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Pearl of Trawangan
Cocana Resort Gili Trawangan

Cocana Resort Gili Trawangan

5 out of 5
Jl. Gili Trawangan Beach 83, Gili Trawangan, Nusa Tenggara
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Bangsal Harbor and Gili Trawangan ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"Great quiet location with fabulous food. And a beautiful beach setting."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Cocana Resort Gili 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.
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 a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Bangsal Harbor and NEST Sculpture ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
"Amazing experience, great facilities and amazing food"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

BASK GILI MENO
Serene Beach Villa

Serene Beach Villa

3 out of 5
Jl. Pantai Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan, Nusa Tenggara Bar.
Stay at this 3-star villa in Gili Trawangan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bangsal Harbor and Hilltop Viewpoint are ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"This was a beautiful accomodation, we really enjoyed staying here for a couple of nights, Gilli T was our favorite place to stay in general. I definitely recommend renting a bicyle to get around the island because you get to explore much more. This accomodation was pretty central, lots of delicious ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025

Serene Beach Villa
Slow Private Pool Villas

Slow Private Pool Villas

3.5 out of 5
Gili Air, Gili Air, West Nusa Tenggara
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly villa in Gili Air. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Bangsal Harbor and Zone Spa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
A SHORT STAY ON GILI AIR
"Nice private villas in a great location. Just a few minutes walk from the north and west side of the island with a good selection of bars and restaurants. Staff here very friendly and helpulful. Earplugs a requirment (provided at the villa) for the very early morning call to prayer from the Mosque. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2024

Slow Private Pool Villas
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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