Brian, Sarah and the whole team are the nicest hosts. They do everything to make you feel comfortable. The Homestay is simple but really nice, cosy and has a nice very family vibe. I booked my stay and the jungle trekking REALLY spontaneously and with short nice and they went beyond to make everything work for me. Also the jungle trekking was amazing. I did 3 days and two nights and really enjoyed it. Rosyid, Gunawan and Manto were such nice guides and made our tour unforgettable. We had the best time, amazing food, saw lots of monkeys and orangutans and felt safe all the time. This crew is really amazing.

Stayed in May 2024

Brian and his wife were so lovely and the jungle trek was amazing! We also did a cooking class with them which was so fun!

Stayed in May 2024

We had a great time at the guesthouse. Brian is a great host and is mindful of his community and the environment. He invests in those who have need of it. We arranged our jungletrek through Brian and had a great time spending two nights on the jungle with Brosit and the guys. We lacked nothing and learned a lot about the animals we saw. Great experience!

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing we did not like.

The owner Brian and his wife Sarah are fantastic hosts. Very nice, welcoming and give great attention to their guests. Our stay at the guesthouse was super. Very nice little cabines, with nice garden where monkeys come and play in the evening. Beds were comfortable and clean. We booked a 2 days 1 night trek in the jungle with them, and let me tell you, it was absolutely fantastic!! Our guides were the BEST! We had such great time with them in the jungle, they gave us plenty of explanation, always on the lookout for our safety and wellbeing, looking out for animals... In the evening at the camp we had nice chats and had fun playing some games. They were very attentive to our pathe of walking, gave us great food too along the way. We had an amazing time with Sumatra Thomas Leaf Monkey Guesthouse and Jungle Trek, recommend 100% if you stay in Bukit!!

Stayed in April 2024

Brian and Sarah will make sure you have everything you need while you stay with them in Bukit Lawang. They will organize whatever tour you would like for however long you would like with the best guides and staff for you so you have everything you need to have fun on your adventure. Brian and Sarah are extremely knowledgeable for all things jungle trekking, nature sightseeing, plants, animals and more. Some options including day and overnight jungle trekking to see orangutans, water rafting, and trips to see the bat cave.

Stayed in March 2024

The owners plus the tour guides were awesome

Stayed in March 2024

I didn't mind it at all, but I am sure some might not be the biggest fans of karaoke... Please be forewarned that the people of Bukit Lawang love karaoke (everyone except for Brian and Sarah)!! But I'd say that you are gonna hear the sounds of karaoke ringing throughout the river valley no matter where you stay. We could even hear it in the jungle during our trek! With that said... If you can't beat them, you might as well join them!! 🎶🧑‍🎤🎤

I liked everything so much that I extended an over-night stay to a week-long stay!! Owners Brian and Sarah went out of their way to make sure that I was comfortable, fed, entertained and just generally smiling. Each member of staff was very attentive, friendly, and helpful. Brian was able to organize my jungle trek, laundry upon returning, a lovely day trip to a hidden river spot, and transport to my next destination! A true one-stop-shop!! I really enjoyed hanging out in the garden, swinging/reading in the hammock, watching the passing goats, chickens, and of course some Thomas Leaf monkeys. The wifi was really good and I found the little dining/hang out area perfect for working on my laptop but also meeting and being social with other guests.

Stayed in February 2024

Brian and Sara are very nice and friendly hosts. They take care about everything you need. We also booked the jungle tour with them which was great! The food is also very good!!

Stayed in February 2024

noise at the accommodation - motorbikes, disco, karaoke, but it wasn't so bad (this noise is everywhere in Bukit Lawang) sometimes you can hear it even in the jungle - but the accommodation can't do anything about it

the breakfast at the accommodation was tasty, you choose and the cook prepares it just me and hubby went on a 4 day jungle trek with 2 guides and it was fantastic we saw about 11 orangutans, thomas monkey the guides took care of us all day, we felt like kings when booking accommodation, write them a message that you are interested in the trek and that's it :)

Stayed in December 2023

Bryan is a really knowledgeable (ask him about the jungle, he has great stories), positive and cool guy. His friends, family and him will make sure that you have a nice stay in the cozy jungle hub of Bukit Lawang. The food at the Guesthouse is excellent and the vibe is very good and relaxed . The jungle trek is lead by Rosit aka the magician! Just like Bryan, he has real love for the jungle and its animals. He's a great team of guides working together for Thomas Leaf. On top of that, Rosit can show you magic tricks, love his enthusiasm. You can also do a tour in the area to see how Tempeh, Tofu and Brown Sugar are made and you will stop at a some other places with the nice guidance of Ponido (sorry if the name is not totally correct 😅). I can really recommend it!

Stayed in January 2024

not a problem with the accommodation but with Indonesia (muslim areas) which are quite noise. Its a pity you are in the middle of the nature and be hearing that music/prays so loud

rooms are nice, the garden, breakfast, the owner and rest of the stuff are quite nice and help you a lot with everything.

Stayed in December 2023

We had a amazing 2 day jungle trekking Great stay with good breakfast

Stayed in November 2023

Words could not describe how amazing was our experience. Since we arrived, Bryan welcomed us with a very big smile and kindness. The food, the location, the room, everything was perfect and way beyond our expectations. The jungle trekking with the staff of Sumatra Thomas Leaf Monkey was anonther level of perfection. Rachid and Gunawan were more than professional and helpful during the whole trip, big thanks to them. The trek was wonderful, the food also was so delicious , the lunch and the dinner in the camp where we had a special member of the team who cooked for us traditional dishes. We highly recommend both the guesthouse and the trip in the jungle with this super team. Thank you a lot for this lifetime memorable experience.

Stayed in November 2023

The accommodation is basic but perfect for a quick rest before or after the jungle trek. The jungle trek itself was a great adventure - we were lucky enough to spot lots of orang utans and a bunch of other wildlife, and had a great time with our 2 guides (special thanks for their Indonesian lessons!). Big shout out also to the chef, we were so well-fed with the most delicious food every evening! 

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing. Obviously you are going to the jungle so don't be expecting the Ritz. But this is part of the adventure. If you go with the flow then you will have a special authentic experience.

Brian and Sarah were so lovely. They also went above and beyond with the service. They helped me arrange transport to Bukit Lawang and to Lake Toba. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. There is also an express laundry service too which is brilliant for after the trek if you need to leave the next day. The guides were also super friendly and everyone was very genuine and had a good sense of humour. Absolutely rate this place.

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing , enjoy the jungle (:

What I’ve loved the most is the people. We had a great moment in the place but also had a wonderful moment in the jungle trek with Brian’s team. I can only recommend and already did. Our guides Mas Ponidi and Bang Gunawan took really good care of us, make us laugh and are very respectful of the jungle and animals (very important to me), we had the best meals in the jungle thanks to Bang Yong. You can go eyes close. Again thank you for everything to Brian, his wife and his team.

Stayed in September 2023

The staff was super friendly and were able to help with everything. Location is great, only 10 min walk to the river and into the jungle. We did the countryside tour where we learned a lot about the local people and the day after we did a jungle trek and saw the black gibbon and 2 orangutan!

Stayed in September 2023

We loved our stay at Thomas Leaf Monkey Guesthouse! The staff has been super nice and were ready to go beyond and above in order to make our stay comfortable. We had a great time speaking with the staff, the food was awesome and the accomodation was super relaxing. It is a bit outside the tourist centre which makes it a really authentic place to stay. We loved everything about Thomas Leaf Monkey Guesthouse!!

Stayed in September 2023

The guesthouse was amazing, and the owners and staff were incredibly kind and helpful. The owner Brian and his Wife Sarah were very kind and helped arrange our transport to Bukit Lawang and our jungle tour. Rositt and his team who took us for the jungle tour were amazing and we had an unbelievable time. They explained lots to us about the jungle and the animals we seen. The food was delicious Indonesian home cooked food and lots of fresh fruits. They made our time truly special in the jungle where we saw many Orangutang’s! I recommend everyone to stay and book their tour through this guesthouse you will not regret it. Thank you very much and we look forward to returning one day :)

Stayed in September 2023

I sometimes felt a little bit puched by what the guide say and the words on a billboard at the guesthouse. It seemed they don't really like a quiet person.

Owner and staff are very nice and helpful. I went to jungle trekking with 3 staffs and 3 tourist including me. Ronsit the main guide loves his home jungle and has deep knowledge about the jungle. He kept us entertained with amazing magic tricks after the wonderful dinner cooked by the chef Manto. Also Foi the support guide is so very nice and he helped us all the time. Thanks to them I saw about ten orang utan and lots more other livings. This is going to be a lifetime memory.

Stayed in September 2023

Booked the 2D/1N trek here, but after talking to other travelers, I found out it can be booked for cheaper elsewhere, which was a bit of a bummer since I was on a budget and the tour was already quite expensive for Asian standards.

The bungalows are super cute! The hosts are lovely, speak excellent English, and organised a pick-up from the bus station. You can get some food and drinks at the guesthouse for cheap, and the walking street is not far. Room and bathroom are kept clean. Basic room, but comfortable. Only three bungalows, so it can be booked out very fast!

Stayed in September 2023

No hot water and no AC, but neither were a problem and price is appropriate. Noise on Saturday nights but not bad unless you are a light sleeper.

Friendly staff and cute spot. Delicious food and flexible tour options.

Stayed in September 2023

since it’s directly above the street you hear the motorbikes and cars. the showers aren’t great and only cold.

really cute little jungle huts. Brian was super nice and helpful!

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing.

Great hosts Brian and Sarah! They really care about the guests and checking them every hour were they are so you can be picked up at de Bukit Lawang Busstation. Make sure you have a Indo simcard or e-sim so you can keep in touch with Sarah. The beds are nice and the food is great! Taste the Ayam Smoor there! Also the trekkings they offer with guide Mester are great en fun! When you look for a place were you get value from your money, go to this place.

Stayed in September 2023