Reviews of Wikan House

I had the best time in Wikan house with Putra and Ratna. They are very friendly and always ready to help with your planning and trying to make your experience there the best they can. Putra showed me the surroundings with all his knowledge about the cutlure and local fauna and flora. When I came back after two weeks he also helped me to organize a hiking trip to Gunung Agung. And the food that you can order here is exceptional.

They love and care that you got there is can be compared to anything

I've had such an amazing time here. Cannot recommend it enough. The people are so lovely, helpful and kind. Not because they want your money, but because they are actually good people. Putra has shown me around the area and learned me such much about the Bali culture and Hinduism. The food is the best I've had. If you ever have the chance to stay here, do it! You won't regret it.

Nothing, everything was perfect.

The owner and his family are very welcoming and helpful. It was such an amazing experience staying at wikan house and getting to explore the area with the help and recomendations of the owner!! Counting the days to go back

It's Perfect! they treat you like family, it's the perfect place to experience Bali, the surroundings are very beautiful (rice terraces, mount Agung...) The food there is delicious! They are very kind and will help you organize your day or recommend places nearby!

An absolute must for every one that want to learn more about Bali and hindoeïsme. Putra is an extremely nice guy that can tell you everything about the culture , tempels and all other questions you might have. Also he is a very good cook. I will definitely come back to this place to spend more days at Wikan house

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Lovely and welcoming family. Showed us around and translated for us so we could talk to locals. Best stay in two month Indonesia! Would definitely recommend staying here a couple of days! Great food !

Wow! I wish I could give 20/10 for my stay at Wikan House! This was the highlight of my time in Bali so far (and it will definitely be hard to beat). I absolutely loved spending time here with Putra and Ratna and their family. I am still amazed at everything I experienced. They were so welcoming and hospitable and full of knowledge. It was easy to get along and talk. I learnt so much about the traditions and way of life, as well as about Hinduism, plants, agriculture, history, food and more. Putra is incredibly knowledgeable and funny, and his English is really good. And he even knows German and quite a few other languages! We practiced some German together and I was then greeted in German mornings and evenings. Ratna also knows so much and I felt so lucky to be able to learn and share with them their traditions. She showed me how to prepare canang and I felt really fortunate to be welcomed to join in the family's Saraswati ceremony. Ratna helped to dress me for the ceremony and gave explanations throughout. It helped me feel comfortable and welcome and I didn't feel at all out of place. It was also a special welcome for me to walk a loop with Putra in the forest and to the rice fields. This was an awesome introduction and blew me away, with the knowledge and views, and meeting his aunt and extended family too. I loved visiting some of the places around Karangasem. Wikan House was always happy to organise a trip and take me to where I wanted to go and also making some special suggestions along the way. All with the extra benefit of Putra and Ratna answering my questions and telling me all about the things we saw. Even though it was stormy, I was able to see a lot and the rain didn't get in the way of my visit. And I can't forget the food! Every meal I had at Wikan House was so delicious. And it was all cooked by Putra or his mum! It is also the most flavoursome and best food I've had in Bali. Everything about my stay was lovely.

I had the warmest welcome from Putra and Ratna in their family compound surrounded by plants and trees in the quiet village of Macang near Bebandem. I wanted to be part of Balinese life and Putra and Ratna included me and were kind, caring and thoughtful always available to provide anything I wanted. They are knowledgeable on plants, animals, Balinese history and traditions and speak excellent English and Putra also speaks Japanese, German and a little French and Italian. They are good cooks and I had delicious breakfasts and dinners and could have had meals or drinks whenever I wanted. My room was attractive and a good size with a comfortable under-cover sitting area outside with lots of plants, where I had my meals and read etc and although it was at the side of the building I didn't feel cut off from what was going on with the family who were respectful of my privacy but available for an interesting chat if I wanted company. The double bed was really comfortable and there was a fan if I'd needed it. My private shower room/toilet was outside, there was plenty of hot water for the shower and they had provided everything you could want. The wi-fi was excellent. Putra took me to interesting places on foot, on the back of his scooter and in the car and also to the airport at the end of my stay - always for a very reasonable price. I had a great time at Wikan House and was sad to leave.

There was nothing I didn't like.

During our honeymoon trip, my husband and I had the pleasure of visiting Wican House. We were warmly welcomed by Putra and his family, who made us feel right at home with their kindness and hospitality. If you ask Putra to take you around the surroundings, he will show you the most characteristic places of his land, sharing the rich traditions and the history of the Indonesian people along the way. Let Putra and his wife cook dinner for you, they are truly skilled and thoughtful chefs. We felt completely immersed in an authentic Balinese experience, welcomed into a family. We are immensely grateful for this stop, which was not just a stay in a room but a life-changing experience.

The family were so welcoming, I had the best day walking around the village and sight seeing on the scooter. The meals were absolutely delicious. I couldn't have asked for more. I plan on coming back to Bali just to stay at Wikan House again. This was my first solo travel and I was nervous and tired. Staying here was absolutely amazing.

That I made my booking so short, will stay longer next time.

Nice couple that genuinely were hospitable in guests needs. Great communication & very proficient in English language . They helped me learn how to google map off line as I had no local Sim.

There was nothing I didn't like.

Being at Wikan House means to immerse yourself in an authentic Balinese setting. Putra and his family were very friendly and available - they helped us deciding our itinerary in the East of Bali and provided us with a scooter to go around the area. It was very nice spending time with them cooking dinner and chatting. It’s the perfect solution for who likes tranquillity and more local and authentic experiences.

The room outside is a typical building, staying there is so beautiful and even exciting. The bathroom is outside just next to the room and is open, but we found it particular and it was clean and perfectly working. The breakfast was really really good and the portions were perfect. Also we had the chance to have dinner there (it’s not included but you can have it) and that was so good and abundant too. We also had a beautiful daily tour with the host and he was so friendly, helpful and explained everything to us. Most of all, we enjoyed the hosts: an amazing kind and friendly and helpful and genuine couple that made our stay even better. If you are looking for something in this area, come here! You’re not gonna regret!

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The staff was very kind and welcoming and helpful, the terrace was wonderful, dinner and breakfast were good! Putru was so kind to organise our transfer to our following destination as we were having problems doing it ourselves. Very good value for money

Room comfort could be improved (mattress and pillows). Private bathroom is outside the room (still a nice one)

I stayed at Wikan House for 5 days as a solo female traveller. Putra and Ratna were amazing hosts ! First of all the house and garden is beautiful, you are surrounded by their family farm, rice fields and nature. They welcome you into the family as a member and you feel very comfortable there. Putra very kindly acted as my tour guide and drove me to see various tourist attractions about which he knew alot, both he and Ratna speak very good english and are very knowledgeable, i learned so much about balinese culture and their traditions. Their whole family is full of kind and generous people, and their son and niece are adorable :) The outdoor shower is so peaceful and had hot water and everything is very clean. Room was quiet and has a private patio area, you were also given fresh drinking water every morning. Breakfast is amazing, i loved the fried banana especially! I have a vegan diet and Ratna and Putra changed the meals so they would fit my diet, they were very tasty and not expensive! This homestay is a must book for anyone who wants to explore real bali away from tourists and integrate themselves into a beautiful balinese family for a few nights.

everything was amazing

I'm very grateful that I could experience the real Balinese life at Wikan house. It is a rare opportunity to spend time with traditional local people who speaks english well. Putra, Ratna and their lovely family were extremely kind with me. They are also amazing cooks. I highly recommend this place for travellers who want to stay in an authentic, honest place.

Wikan House is amazing! First of all, the moment I was led to my room, I was stunned by the exterior decorations of the room, and every time I walk back from the toilet, I feel like I live in a temple and that's really a nice and special experience for me. Putra and Ratna is super friendly and helpful, they can share with you everything you want to know about Bali, and also there are quite a lot nice places to visit in that area, ex. Samsara living museum, Puri Agung Karangasem, Virgin beach, etc. and they can arrange the trip for you as you want. What I'm still craving for is the chicken Koloke I had for the dinner, it's super tasty and it's the best meal for me during my 3-week visit in Bali!I had a really great time there and I feel so lucky to have this chance to stay there!

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This hotel was absolutely unique in the host's approach. They make you feel like a member of the family, you get to see the real life of the Balinese, they take you on a walk around the village, you talk about customs, see family ceremonies etc. So if you are looking for an authentic experience, this accommodation is for you. This accommodation is not 10 because of the luxury, but because of the people

Maybe a quieter fan would be a good idea, or a mosquito net for the windows. The room was quite warm

This has been one of the best places we have been to in Bali. The host family is very friendly and always willing to help. They make you feel at home. The outside of the room looks like a palace, it is very clean and comfortable. They also offer Indonesian food and it is delicious. Location is key to visiting the temples of East Bali.

The only thing that would improve would be to have hot water in the bathroom shower.

Hosts were very kind and helpful. And food was amazing.