Reviews of Turtle Island Homestay
Jl. Tukad Punggawa Serangan,Bali 80229, 80229 Sanur, Indonesia
#48 of 143 B&Bs and Inns in Sanur
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 179 hotel reviews
8.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.5
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Comfort
8.6
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Location
8.1
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Facilities
8.1
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Staff
9.6
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Value for money
9.0
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Free WiFi
7.1
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Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Isabella
Australia4 reviews7.0“Good basic accommodation for your ferry transfer.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Rooms were dark with minimal natural light. As mentioned for the price you pay it’s what you would expect. On a side note, I booked this accommodation, thinking it was closer to Sanur than what it was (not walking distance). I would only stay here one night as I didn’t feel that there was so much for me to do here. However, it was interesting to see a very local area.
It was convenient for accessing the ferry port in Serangan. Very basic accommodation, appropriate for the cheap price. Perfect if you want somewhere close to the ferry to stay for a night. The woman who owns the place is lovely, she helped suggest ferry companies for me to book my ticket with.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Parvati
Italy4 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
the light switch was far from the bed, I used my cell phone light at night to get up
The owner was really nice and helpful in everything, she even woke up earlier to make me breakfast because I had an early flight! Definitely recommended .
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 2 April 2025
Melo
Philippines36 reviews4 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Pros: near port and seafood warungs. Owners are very hands on and very nice. Ibu even waiting for me when my checkin time is almost 2am. Cons: no individual light and outlet and privacy curtain. But no issue for me as I stayed only to sleep.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: 2 February 2025
Higgins
Australia2 reviews9.0“Perfect location and good value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
It was a little bit old but this wasn't a big issue
Great location very near to the port. The staff were extremely kind and helpful. Good value for money.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: 31 December 2024
Michelle
Netherlands170 reviews12 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Really nice people
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: 7 November 2024
Ingrid
Australia3 reviews9.0“The staff was so adorable”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
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The staff, and breakfast
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: 19 October 2024
Cecilia
Italy9 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The woman that owns the property was really kind. I wasn’t feeling well when I arrived and she tried her best to clean my bedroom as fast as possible so I could check in. Also, the bedsheets were the best I slept in during my stay in Bali. Thank you so much 🫶
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 18 October 2024
Maren
Germany17 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I spend two nights at the homestay and it was fantastic. The owner kedak anni is lovely and very helpful. She takes care of everything and I love chatting with her while waiting for my pick up the day I checked out. The bed was comfortable and everything was very clean. renting a scooter was also possible if available. I would totally recommend staying here :)
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Charline
France6 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The only « issue » was the water pressure in the shower that was too low. Anyway everything was perfect for a one night stay !
Ketuk was very nice to welcome us in the late night. She’s a very sweet and caring person. She prepared an early breakfast for us before we took the boat to Nusa Penida. The location is near from the harbour, 15 minutes by feet.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: 31 August 2024
William
Australia1 review9.0“Perfect late night crash pad for a boat trip the next day”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Landed at 1am and still organised airport pickup and late check-in for us, and a cheap ride to the harbour to catch our morning fast boat. Lovely breakfast and very accommodating host. Would highly recommend, thank you.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: 6 August 2024
Ryan
United States9 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Friendly, convenient, comfortable.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Clean, comfortable, and friendly. Checking in at 1am after a late flight was no problem and it was walking distance from my boat to Gili Air.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: 21 July 2024
Marliana
Indonesia3 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Clean room, serve breakfast
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: 11 July 2024
Alexandra
Australia18 reviews6 helpful votes7.0“Nice place to stay before catching an early ferry.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Not much else in the area to do. Rooms were a little old.
The host was lovely and the location is good for catching the ferry.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: 6 July 2024
Trish
Canada20 reviews7.0“If you just need a cheaper place to stay before flying out, it works”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Food in the dresser when I arrived. Not much to do in the vicinity.
This was a place to stay before flying to Komodo, The staff was helpful and the room was comfortable. Good wifi.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Mary
United States2 reviews8.0“For our needs this hotel was very good. Its location was excellent and the owner was extraordinary.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast was good, home made. The owner was amazingly helpful and informative.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Nur
Malaysia63 reviews11 helpful votes8.0“Perfect for an early transfer”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
The location is walking distance to Eka Jaya Boat Check In. The owner is a kind and friendly lady. The breakfast was amazing
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Felix
United Arab Emirates37 reviews11 helpful votes9.0“I would book here again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Double bed very comfortable, very nice host who helped me with all my questions and even managed to deliver food in the middle of the night when I arrived, organize ferry tickets and take me to the port. Nice location with lots of seafood restaurants. There is an ATM nearby in a small grocery store, right on the corner next to the money exchange office. The speedboat port is very close by. From this port you can get to all the other nearby islands very quickly. The host even booked the tickets for me. I couldn't have easily found a cheaper price.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Melisa
United Kingdom7 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The shower went cold quite quickly.
Lovely little family run business near the port. Comfortable and welcoming, great air-con, I slept great. Clean facilities and nearby a lot of local food restaurants.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Luis
Australia22 reviews2 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The hosts were so friendly. The room was very clean and comfy. Breakfast was great and unexpected! If you are going to travel to Gili Islands, the location is perfect and only a short trip to the harbour.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Ash
United Kingdom4 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
No dislikes!
Stayed here for 1 night the second year running, can't fault the place. Clean, friendly and accommodating.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Gavin
United Kingdom40 reviews2 helpful votes7.0“In need of race lift.”- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
You get what you pay for.
Rather quant, in need of new decoration.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Maite
Spain15 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
WiFi in the rooms are poor and not enough
Kindness of employees
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Donna
United States2 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Host was really helpful, informative and accommodating.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Elena_kulikova
Russia157 reviews35 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
No TV in room
Very nice staff, clean, cozy small swimming pool, breakfast included. Parking available. Stayd here 2 times
Stayed in December 2023
