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Reviews of Black Lava Hostel and Lodge

Jalan Raya Pendakian Gunung Batur, Toya Bungkah, 80652 Kintamani, Indonesia

#5 of 29 hotels in Kintamani

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 330 hostel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    To much flyes in the area hotel.

    All the staff is very good and kinds.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road to hostel

    Hot springs pool

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I highly recommended Black Lava Hostel. If you want to hike Mount Batur, it’s the best place to start. You don’t need to take any transfer to go there, you can start the hike from the hostel with a very professional guide. It’s a relax and peaceful, a perfect place to take a break. The team is amazing, I had a really good time here. Thank you.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    In restaurant no meat options 🥦

    Super nice hostel! I'd come back again! Nice room, comfortable. Clean beautiful territory! Amazing relaxing hot springs! Easy to bok trekking to Batur and hostel located close to mountain, you can start walking right from the hostel!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The flies... But it's not a reason no to go there, just be ready. They come in the morning and leave at the afternoon I'll recommend to either be in the pool or go for a ride during the day :) Other than that just a fun and beautiful place that I'm happy I didn't miss!

    The surrounding of the hostel, the facility, the staff, the stanning location with the pools and the view. The food was good And vibe just makes you want to stay!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    In one night of my stay, there was crawling insect in my pillow and insect waste in the comforter.

    The Natural Hot Spring was so good. It helped ease the sore of my legs after a long run. I love the view from my room, it is facing right in front of the lake and Mt. Abang. Fantastic:-)

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2023

    10
    Very pleasant and relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were all so lovely and very accomodating. The area around the hot pools was very relaxing and the pools were very enjoyable. Beds were very comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2023

    8.0
    Immcaculate location, peace and tranquility with the exception of fruit fly frustration
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The amount of flies. Understandable that you are in an agricultural area, however the amount flies can be aggravating at times

    beautiful hot volcanic springs where you could lose yourself under the stars

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2023

    8.0
    Great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom could be a bit cleaner

    Friendly and beautiful location near the start of the Mont Batur hike. The hot springs are amazing with the views!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mixed dorm had no dividers or privacy.

    Beautiful view, hot spring on site, staff is wonderful, emphasis on relaxation. The music was never too loud or fast paced and you can hear it from the hot springs

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Variatif menu

    Nice place to stay when you explore kintamani. Staff and owner very kind. Nice view,and you can swim in the water spring

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    difficult access, tented accommodate- not light & sound proof

    excellent service, owner run, very convenient for Mt Batur hike

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    During the day, there are LOADS of flies. They could surely do more to get rid of some of them but accept also that you’re on a volcano so what do you expect. Definitely something that unfortunately would mean I probably wouldn’t go twice.

    Amazing setting, the Hot Spring at the hostel is wonderful. Perfect place to do the Batur trek from! Food surprisingly good! Also, the Hot Chocolate in Kintamani is for some reason the best we’ve ever had! Give it a try!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    10
    great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Glamping
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    great hot pool, stuff and view

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    hot swimming pool, it was awesome

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    10
    Tranquil mountain refuge
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Infinite flies (not much to do) Could be worth getting outdoor anti fly/mosquito coil candles especially at dining area

    Serene location, people to chat and talk to, and hot spas

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2023

    9.0
    Totally enjoyed by stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Wooden Family Room with Plunge Pool
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There are many ants, and must close the door with care, if not big bugs will fly inside. That said, I wasn't bitten by any bugs so still ok. There is no toothbrush nor glasses. Nevertheless there are still the basics (water, toilet paper, etc.) There aren't many food options, but the staff is very nice and asked his friends to drive us to a local restaurant nearby.

    The hot spring is excellent (slightly disappointed that it is closed at 9pm, but nevertheless it is super comfortable) The king-sized bed is very comfortable. The staff is very nice, kind and helpful. Super good value for money. I would have stayed longer if have more time.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Washroom could have been better, although it was nice.

    Location was absolutely fantastic. The breakfast was also great.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2023

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gorgeous location - Kedak was so nice and helpful, the food was really good, the hot spring was nice. Everything was perfect! 10/10

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shared bathroom is too dark and the mirror really small, but not a big problem. Food in the facility is not cheap, but there is Java Fried Chiken very near by if you are on a low budget. At first, I thought the price for a tent was too high, but it is a pretty comfy for a tent, and you don't need AC in Kintamani as is even chilly there during the night time.

    Nice and cozy tent with a comfortable bed inside. The hostel has an amazing pool made of HOT SPRING WATER that you can freely use during your stay, that is the main reason why I would recommend this hostel. There is a trail to Mont Batur just next to the accommodation. The staff is very fun and friendly.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    9.0
    Friendly place, lodgings are as advertised
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very helpful staff, friendly atmosphere, clean rooms, natural hot water pool

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    10
    Amazing stay in the middle of the nature!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was positively suprised when I arrived to the place. The town itself wasn’t anything special but the hostel was a perfect place where to relax and e joy the nature. The hot springs were just perfect way to really relax after a hike to Batur. The breakfast was delicious and the staff was really friendly. The dorm room was clean and tidy. And you even have warm shower. It is amazing place to take time off and relax!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2023

    8.0
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Short of staff

    Perfect location for Mt. Batur Hike. Excellent facility. Yon is a legend. Wishing the team grows and make better services in the future.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Wooden Family Room with Plunge Pool
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The hostel has an amazing vibe, we made new friends. Yon, the owner's attitude is beyond expectations. Thank you for the jeep ride and the hospitality, I would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    10
    great place to stay!! highly recommended. mt Batur hike is one of my favourite experiences in Bali and the starting poin
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    wifi can be patchy if your work involves heavy wifi use

    Hot spring in a beautiful garden overlooking a mountain - really nice place to relax in the evening and meet new friends. the hostel owner and staff are very welcoming, they will help with anything - they arranged the hike which was fantastic. I was here during the day of silence and ogoh ogoh and they invited to join them to see the parade

    Stayed in March 2023

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