Menjangan Ecolodge

all was good! we stayed a night at there (Baluran), nice breakfast and the best part is; free snorkeling ^^ thanks Ecolodge Menjangan!

Suka banget menginap di sini Penginapan yang mengusung konsep back to nature bangunan rumah kayunya yg okee dipadu perabotan yg minimalis modern.. Pelayanan staffnya okeeee bgt Breakfast enak semuaaa.. Free compliment kayaking dan snorkeling jugaa.. Mantaaap Recommended

The bedding was great and the rooms were kept clean and tidy. We especially enjoyed the included activities forrest walk, kyak, snorkelling and starling bird sanctuary which is an endangered species. The use of their bikes on the island is amazing and you get access to the Octagon pool and hotel next door. The snorkelling and scuba diving were exceptional and the staff were very accommodating with our many needs. Breakfast was also really good. I would love to go back. You can't make use of the ocean near this resort but the staff happily escort you to the jetty and in the national park at no charge. Yasa was a great Forrest and bird guide with a sharp eye to spot things. Sunsets were our best when the deer and monkies come out to play and entertain us. It was just too beautiful and very grateful to be away from the noisy city and motorbikes.

We loved breakfast in the open air "Expedition Briefing Room" with staff on patrol to keep the monkeys away, or reading there in the afternoon and watching the birds, bees, small and giant squirrels. The morning guided walk was great. We enjoyed snorkelling off the jetty and kayaking, and rode around the park by ourselves as well. All activities were included in the price. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The "safari" bus to the nearby restaurant was quick. We even spotted an impressive stag on one trip. Meals at the restaurant were very good, and we used their pool (also included in our accommodation package) one afternoon. Wifi was excellent. There was a water dispenser in the room with unlimited hot and cold drinking water. Bed was very comfortable and aircon worked well.

I spent quite some time comparing my options before I finally decided to stay at Menjangan Ecolodge. Including comparing to other accommodation next to Plataran (different company). One of the reasons why I finally decided to stay at Menjangan Ecolodge because they (both Menjangan Ecolodge & the Octagon Beach Club @ Plataran) serve all halal meal so it's safer for us as Muslims. We stayed in Baluran - the two bedroom house for 4 nights. Initially we booked for 3 nights but decided to extend. It was perfect for our family of 5 (2 adults & 3 young kids). I also like the fact that it's above (I think) empty lab so we didn't need to tip toe while walking in the room just to make sure we didn't disturb anybody since the floor was made of woods so it makes sound when we walk, pray (or run/play since we have young kids). Compared to Ijen House which was above the "office"? Another thing that I'm happy with Baluran is its located by the reception area/communal sitting area which I like especially during nighttime -if you know what I mean- It also faces the beach and you can see the village/other accommodation across the bay which I also like. I was pleased by the warm greeting we received when we arrived, from the security person at the gate to the PIC who helped us check in, I'm sorry I didn't get his name :( Then I was happy the moment I stepped in to the room noticing the room layout and the bathroom which was pleasantly design and more than I expected for a lodge. Even happier the following morning during breakfast time when we were served plenty of foods to last a day Even my non paying 5 yo daughter get a full set. everything was delicious. My personal fav would be the Indonesian Breakfast option - Soto Ayam and the Continental Breakfast option - French Toast with chocolate ♥️ Staying at Plataran-managed lodge we get some complimentary activities (Plataran Encounter) and it definitely was a major plus considering the price we paid which was way more affordable compared to Plataran's not that it's comparable because it's definitely apples and oranges but choosing to stay with Menjangan Ecolodge felt like something that's too good to be true and actually was true. We did the morning walk/bird watching, a visit to Bali Starling sanctuary, snorkeling in the jetty, kayaking, and of course swimming in the Octagon Beach Club. The safari-style buggy car ride was a call away to transfer us between spots or take us back to our lodge. The buggy car ride itself was a fun experience especially for the kids I was planning to do the Trails of Life (one of their paid Plataran Encounter) but unfortunately we couldn't since one of my daughters was ill the entire time during our stay. I definitely feel that our stay here is one of the best experience we've been as family with young kids, definitely the best value for money. Last but not least, all of the staffs were amazing and helpful which makes me want to go back there again. without amazing staffs that t

What a special, magical place! Built in beautiful forest with views of the sea. So quiet and peaceful. A nature lovers dream. Service was very good. Team always willing to help. Bonus was access to Octagon Club to use facilities eg stunning infinity pool overlooking the sea. Excellent additional complimentary services eg shuttle transfers, snorkeling and kayaking, mountain bikes, forest walks, visit to Bali Myna Sanctuary. I also booked Scuba Diving with the Team and it was all done efficiently and smoothly. Some of my highlights: snorkeling off jetty (amazing fish!), seeing Giant Squirrel and exquisite butterflies on forest walk, watching sunrise from jetty and hearing and seeing all the beautiful birds, seeing luwak climb down tree and forage around edge of Octagon Club garden, sundowners at Pantai Restaurant watching tide go out and deer and monkeys wander onto reef to forage and relax. And of course diving at Anchor Wreck and Pos 2 off Menjangan Island. Sublime!