My stay at Kembang Kuning Cottages in Tetebatu was truly enchanting. From the moment I arrived, I was embraced by the warm hospitality of the lovely family who runs the homestay, making me feel right at home. The cottage I stayed in was rustic, yet charming, clean and comfortable. The room came with a private bathroom, providing all the essentials for a pleasant stay. There is not hot water, but that is not too uncommon in the countryside here. One of the most memorable aspects of my stay was the delicious homemade meals prepared by the family. Every dish was crafted with love and fresh local ingredients, offering an authentic taste of Lombok’s culinary heritage. The banana pancakes for breakfast were great and so were the spring rolls! Kembang Kuning Cottages offers incredible value for the price. The rates are very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the accommodations and the exceptional service. It’s the ideal place for travelers who are looking to experience the genuine warmth and culture of Lombok without spending a fortune. The family also arranged several fantastic activities and I choose to make coconut oil and roast coffee. It was a fascinating and hands-on experience that allowed me to learn about local traditions and crafts. The family’s guidance and patience made it all the more enjoyable. If you are looking for an authentic experience in Lombok, I promise you won’t be disappointed staying here.

If you are looking for an authentic experience in Lombok, I promise you won’t be disappointed staying here. I do not have any “dislikes” about the homestay. Fellow travelers should however set the right expectations before going. This is a homestay in a Muslim, rural village. There will be prayer calls throughout the day/night, roosters/chickens running around the yard and no 5 star hotel facilities. If this will bother you, I suggest you find another accommodation.

This was one of my favourite places I stayed in the whole of Indonesia! The rooms are basic but very big, clean and comfortable. The family are so so welcoming and can not do enough to make you feel at home. They offer amazing local experiences and the food is lovely. Very social and absolutely perfect if you want a truly cultural stay to learn more about Lombok and the village. Chris, Vandini & Ahmed are always around to ask questions and can help with absolutely anything. Thank you, I will always remember my stay here!

Very special stay with my friends and partner. From check in we were really well received and the host is always pay attention to our needs. We were craving for village duck meal and they literally made it happen off the menu. Really amazed by this experience - we never expected that the host will do above and beyond for our request. We feel very welcome and part of the family even tho we stay only for one night weekend trip. Really recommended for people who are looking for authentic Lombok village experience.

Please note that this accommodation is located in the Muslim village, so you will hear the call to prayer at around 4 am. If you are a light sleeper, you will need to bring earplugs.

If you want an authentic experience with warm and welcoming family then this is the place for you. We booked 4 nights and initially thought it would be too long but it worked out perfectly. There are plenty of activities to do that are arranged by the family. We did a tour of the rice fields and rice terraces, coconut oil making and coffee roasting, village tour (bamboo weaving, pottery and sarong weaving - which you can get involved with) and a cooking class. The family could not do enough for us during our stay, especially Aldi! He took us to a sunrise and a beautiful view point of mount Rinjani at 5.30am. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend to anyone!

Offers free water refills but wouldn’t be replaced straight away so would need to buy from the shop. We didn’t know whether it was to do with a supply issue. Call to prayer is from 5am and there is a mosque very close to the home stay. This wasn’t a problem for us but I would recommend bringing earplugs if you like to sleep in.

We loved the family-style nature of our stay, we felt at home from the moment we arrived until the moment we left. Everyone was so friendly, we loved our cooking class and our walking tour with Ahmed through the rice fields. We also really enjoyed experiencing life in the local village, and the peacefulness of the location.

I had a truly wonderful stay at this Homestay! The family who runs the place were very kind and attentive, always making sure I felt welcome and cared for. They prepared delicious meals that were amazing :) I felt incredibly comfortable throughout my entire visit, and I would definitely come back again. However, I would like to note for first-time visitors to Indonesia that it’s good to be aware that insects and geckos may occasionally find their way into the rooms and due to the iron roof it can be very loud when it rains. Overall, my experience was fantastic, and I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a authentic and inviting stay!

It's a basic accommodation, ideal to explore the area with the most welcoming and fun hosts ever! The food is also very delicious. 10/10 - would definitely recommend this guesthouse to everyone who enjoys a good chat & laugh with their hosts. Highly recommend to do the 2-day trek to Mt Sangkareang that can easily be organized through Vandini or Chris, even beforehand.

One of the favourite places I stayed on my trip! The family are so lovely and offer some wonderful local experiences, such as visiting local villages, waterfalls, rice fields and cooking classes (and more!) It's surprisingly social for such a small place and had a lovely area to talk to some of the other travellers staying there.

If you're looking for a place where you feel at home... Go there!! I had an incredible experience with Vandini and her family : cooking dinner, walking around, making my own coconut oil and coffee... Thanks for these moments sharing. Hope to come back soon ! (Kiss to Mochi the cat)

We travelled as a couple in the beginning of July and had a fantastic time at this homestay. When we first planned our holidays in Indonesia, and in Lombok, we were not really thinking of visiting the innerland of the island in order to prioritize other parts of Indonesia, but we are so glad we changed our minds and decided to book a 3 nights stay at Kambang Kunning Cottages, near Tetebatu. Our hosts were very welcoming and very easy going. Especially Izy, who spoke very well english and was very attentive to everyone's needs. The homestay is located in a pretty and small village and the surroundings are beautiful. It is run by a lovely and quite large family. We got to know pretty much all the family members and they are all very friendly and welcoming. There are also a few cats, and some chickens wandering around the property, and a Mosque quiet close by, which immerses you in a very local atmosphere and adds up to the local experience. The homestay has several rooms and a common dining area where you are able to chat with other fellow travellers or the owners and enjoy a a very tasty meal. Breakfast is included in the price of the accomodation, coffee and tea are free throughout the day, and you can also refill your bottle of water for free. Seriously, the food was so delicious and reasonably priced that we had there all of our meals. And portions were great too! They also offer different activities at a great price. We booked a soft trekking to see the rice fields, 2 waterfalls and the Black Monkey Forest. And we also booked their cooking class which they customised a bit for us since we are a vegan couple. We had a fab time during both activities. All in all, I would not hesitate to recommend this fabulous place to anyone who is looking to go a bit off the beaten track of Lombok and explore the innerland while experiencing authenticity and meeting very welcoming people.

Our room was quite small and basic. The mosquito net on the bed had some holes and the WiFi didn't work well during our stay but since it was a 3 days stay, these little things did not bother us. Also, just like many other places in Indonesia, there is no hot water in the shower. But that is not a problem since the temperature is quite warm and mild all year round.