Tipsea Turtle Gili Air

Hotels
8.8 (706 reviews)
Jalan Gili Air , Gili Air , id

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Tons of activities
Delicious food
Cons:
Poor room maintenance
Expensive for the quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.88
Bathroom was a disaster, not updated, and lacked proper maintenance.
Service
9.85
The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
9.89
Location is spectacular- quiet and beautiful, near the beach.
Room Quality
6.84
Garden Bungalow was expensive for what it offered, noisy, and lacked privacy.
Amenities
9.87
Tons of activities offered by the volunteers and hostel, creating a friendly vibe.
Value for Money
7.83
Very expensive for the quality of the Garden Bungalow.
Food and Beverage
9.88
The breakfast was genuinely great, and the dinner was amazing as well.
Overall Experience
9.35
Great activities and overall positive experience, but some issues with the room.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 23:14

Property Description

Luxurious Beachfront Location
Situated just steps away from the stunning Gili Air Beach, Tipsea Turtle Gili Air offers a perfect blend of luxury and comfort for your tropical getaway.

Relaxing Outdoor Amenities
Enjoy the refreshing outdoor swimming pool, lush garden, and tranquil terrace, providing the ideal spots to unwind and soak up the sun during your stay.

Convenient Facilities and Activities
With free private parking, a bar on-site, and easy access to popular attractions like Bangsal Harbour and Narmada Park, Tipsea Turtle Gili Air ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Ready to experience paradise? Book your stay at Tipsea Turtle Gili Air now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 706 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.88
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.89
Room Quality: 6.84
Amenities: 9.87
Value for Money: 7.83
Food and Beverage: 9.88
Overall Experience: 9.35
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Victorine • solo_traveller • fr
10
Best hostel on Gili Air
Pros:

We had such an amazing time at Tipsea Turtle ! We were supposed to stay for 2 nights but we had to extend our stay because we loved it. The volunteers were so nice, Vyla's yoga classes were fantastic, Katie was the life of the party and Andre was very helpful, they all contributed to this very friendly atmosphere which makes meeting other travellers so easy. The pool was so nice, there were plenty of activities and the waffles for breakfast were wonderful. We would go there again without a doubt.

Cons:

The lights outside don't turn off at night so just bring a sleeping mask.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Chantal • solo_traveller • ch
9
Tolle Lage!
Pros:

Sauberes Hostel mit bequemen Betten und vielen freiwilligen Aktivitäten, bei denen man andere Reisende kennenlernen kann. Insgesamt ein angenehmer Aufenthalt.

Cons:

Die Zimmer sind allerdings sehr klein und dunkel, die Toiletten eng. Der Poolbereich könnte teilweise renoviert werden.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Tim • family_with_children • gb
9
A warm welcome and a beautiful setting.
Pros:

We had a lot of fun at Tipsea Turtle. The location is excellent, right on the beach with turtles regularly grazing just off the shore. It's also a brilliant place to watch the sunrise. There's plenty going on at the hostel to keep you entertained and we loved socialising with the other guests, despite being twice their age and with two kids in tow!

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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fabienne • family_with_children • fr
10
Séjour les pieds dans le sable
Pros:

La proximité de la plage, le restaurant, la literie et la propreté de la chambre

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Katrin • couple • de
9
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Binkauske • couple • lt
7
Jaunimui
Pros:

Jauki jaunimo erdvė su užsiėmimais.

Cons:

Labai triukšminga tiek ilgai vakare ir nuo pat ryto labai garsiai tvarkomasi, sienos “popierinės”. Bet jaunimui gal patiks??

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Jon Thomas • solo_traveller • no
10
Pros:

Location - Next to beach, with excellent opportunities for snorkeling with turtles
Nice and chill backpacker atmosphere, with room for families.
Plenty of activities, ativating guest and making it easy to get in contact with other guest and travellers
Supportive staff, when seeking alternative ways of transport

Cons:

Would have liked more suitable places for drying wet snorkelling equipment, towels and swim ware

Daily cleaning was not performed

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • extended_group • au
7
Location, private family room , aircond. All fabulous.
Pros:

The location was excellent. The care of the cats was admirable. The staff kept everyone up to date on group activities. The bed was excellent, very comfortable indeed.

Cons:

Breakfast was ok, acceptable for a hostel i suppose.
Our bed sheets were not changed for the entire stay and no approach to clean the room except when we asked for a broom to sweep out the sand.
Not enough bikes and not complimentary was disappointing.
The pricing of drinks and excursions was above the islands average which seemed odd given the hostel status, young backpackers on a budget.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Judit • couple • es
9
Maravilloso y divertido
Pros:

La fantastic actividad social que te crean para hacer amigos es muy buena, siempre hay algo que hacer y el personal tiene muy buen rollo y te hacen sentir del grupo desde el primer momento.
La habitacion privada estaba muy limpia, era moderna y la cama muy blandita. Justo delante está la playa con tortugas. Nos dió pena tenernos que ir.
Repetiriamos sin duda

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Gaurav • solo_traveller • in
4
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Rosie • family_with_children • au
5
Convenient and cheerful
Pros:

Comfortable family room.
Was clean and had a cute balcony to chill. We were opposite reception but the room was quiet. Breakfast was nice - fresh fruits, eggs, waffles and they arranged snorkeling boat trips - well worth it. Yoga most days was great. Lots of activities planned every day if you want.

Cons:

Room windows were lovely and big but as it was open to public walkway had to keep curtains closed. Not a big issue for us as we were out all day.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Rachid • family_with_children • ma
10
Pros:

Personnel sympa

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Sigha • solo_traveller • fr
6
Good location, good private room, but no pool realy to enjoy.
Pros:

Location
Space in the private room
Bed
Bathroom
Activities

Cons:

Pool : people are taking diving class inside it + construction in front of the pool + too small
Breakfast

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • gb
9
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Nele • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Ricardo • family_with_children • pt
9
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Jenni • couple • fi
7
Pros:

Majoituspaikka oli meille toimiva, koska sukelsimme hotellin yhteydessä olevan sukelluskeskuksen kanssa.

Cons:

Huonetta ei siivottu kertaakaan 6 yön oleskelumme aikana.
Hostellilla oli jonkinverran meteliä iltaisin, mutta ei häiritsevästi.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Steele • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

What's not to like

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Do • couple • fr
10
Super experience de hostel
Pros:

L’ambiance, les activités proposees.
L’organisation

Cons:

RAS

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Marleen • family_with_children • at
7
A stylish and social backpacker-friendly stay in a perfect location for snorkeling with turtles, offering a great commun
Pros:

The location is fantastic, especially if you want to snorkel with sea turtles. The sunrise on the east side of the island is absolutely beautiful. I also loved the community atmosphere: beach clean-ups, shared dinners, painting activities, and plenty of opportunities to meet other travelers while still having space for yourself. The staff were always friendly and welcoming. The property combines a hostel, dive center, and beachfront restaurant, making everything very convenient. My daughter especially loved the cats around the property. The area is quiet, and renting snorkeling equipment, bicycles, or electric scooters is easy and affordable nearby.

Cons:

This place is definitely more suited to backpackers than travelers looking for extra comfort. While it is affordable and relatively clean by local standards, I personally found that my expectations have changed over time. The breakfast was exactly the same every day (pancakes, vegetable omelet, and fruit), which became repetitive. Our room was located right next to the reception, so we had to keep the curtains closed most of the time for privacy. The pool seemed more suitable for diving practice than for relaxing or swimming. I was also not comfortable using the water refill stations, as they did not appear particularly hygienic. Additionally, the beach has many coral fragments, so water shoes are recommended for sensitive feet.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee