Where to Stay in Lombok with Kids: Best Areas for Families (2026)

South Lombok is one of the best areas to stay in Lombok with kids thanks to its wide sandy beaches, relaxed atmosphere, and family-friendly resorts and villas. The two most popular bases for families are Kuta Lombok for convenience and Selong Belanak for easy beach days.

Kuta Lombok is the most convenient base in South Lombok for families who like having restaurants, cafés, small shops, and beaches close together. It’s easy to get around, works well as a central hub for exploring nearby beaches, and offers the widest range of family-friendly accommodation in the area.

It’s a great choice if you want comfort and flexibility while still enjoying Lombok’s natural beauty.

• Yuli’s Homestay Kuta Lombok – a great budget-friendly option with clean rooms, a pool, and a warm family atmosphere close to restaurants and shops.
• Jivana Resort Lombok – stylish villas with pools and plenty of space, ideal for families wanting comfort and privacy in town.
• Novotel Lombok Resort & Villas – a beachfront resort with large grounds and family rooms, located slightly outside the center for a quieter stay.

Selong Belanak is all about easy, stress-free beach days with kids. The beach is long, wide, and perfect for playing, walking, and spending full days by the sea. Accommodation here is more spread out and peaceful, making it ideal for families who mainly want to relax and enjoy nature.

It’s especially nice if your kids love beach time and you prefer a slower pace.

• Sempiak Villas Lombok – located right by Selong Belanak Beach, with spacious villas and pools that work perfectly for families who want beach access and comfort in one place.
• Amber Lombok Beach Resort – a beautiful beachfront resort a short drive from Selong Belanak, set on its own stunning stretch of coast with large rooms and a relaxed atmosphere.
• Selong Selo Resort and Residences – high-end villas about 10 minutes from Selong Belanak, offering incredible views over the bay and plenty of space for families who want a more luxurious stay.
• Tropik Resort Lombok – comfortable rooms in a central Selong Belanak location, close to the beach and easy for daily family routines.

Choose Kuta Lombok if you want:
✔ lots of restaurants and cafés nearby
✔ easier transport and day trips
✔ a wider choice of hotels and villas
✔ access to larger supermarkets for baby supplies

Choose Selong Belanak if you want:
✔ quick access to one of Lombok’s best family beaches
✔ long, relaxed beach days with kids
✔ more open space and a calmer setting
✔ a quieter, beach-focused base (with fewer shops nearby)

💡 Crew Tip: For longer stays with young kids, we loved being close to Selong Belanak for easy beach days, while heading to Kuta Lombok every now and then for groceries, meals, and small errands. That way, we enjoyed relaxed beach time without missing the convenience of town.

The Gili Islands are one of the most fun and relaxed places to stay in Lombok with kids. With no cars, short distances, and clear shallow water for snorkeling, island life here feels easy and stress-free for families.

Each island has a different atmosphere, so the best choice depends on whether you prefer lively surroundings, total peace, or a balanced family vibe.

👉 For a full breakdown of all three islands with activities and tips, read our complete Gili Islands with Kids guide.

Gili Air is the best all-round island for families in our experience. It’s peaceful without being boring, has great cafés and beach spots, and offers some of the easiest snorkeling straight from shore.

Everything is walkable, the vibe is relaxed, and it simply feels very easy with young children.

• Island View Bar & Bungalow – simple beachfront bungalows with snorkeling right outside and a relaxed family vibe
• Lucy’s Garden Hotel – peaceful garden setting with pool, comfortable rooms and easy walking distance to cafés
• Gili Air Bungalows – classic island bungalows close to the beach, great value and family-friendly

Gili Meno is the smallest and calmest of the islands. It’s perfect for families who want to fully slow down, enjoy beautiful empty beaches, and focus on beach time and rest.

There are fewer restaurants and activities, but the peaceful setting is hard to beat.

• Divine Divers Gili Meno – relaxed beachfront stay with a pool and easy snorkeling access, great for slow family days
• BASK Gili Meno – stylish boutique hotel close to the beach with spacious rooms and a calm atmosphere
• MAHAMAYA Gili Meno – beautiful beachfront resort with large rooms, a great restaurant and plenty of space for families

Gili Trawangan is the busiest island. It has more restaurants, shops, and activities, especially around the harbour area. While parts can feel crowded, quieter areas further north are much more family-friendly.

It’s a great choice if you like energy and convenience.

• Jambuluwuk Oceano Gili Trawangan – spacious resort with pools and a playground, perfect for active kids
• Vila Ombak – great central location near the beach with large rooms and family facilities
• Villa La Vida – beautiful two-bedroom villa with pool, quiet but still walkable to everything

Choose Gili Trawangan if you want:
✔ the biggest choice of restaurants and cafés
✔ more activities and small playgrounds
✔ the liveliest island atmosphere

Choose Gili Air if you want:
✔ the best balance between calm and convenience
✔ great beaches and snorkeling around the island
✔ a relaxed but not boring family vibe

Choose Gili Meno if you want:
✔ a quieter and slower-paced stay
✔ beautiful beaches with fewer people
✔ a peaceful setting that still feels comfortable for families

💡 Crew Tip: Exploring the Gili Islands by bike is easy and fun with kids. Many rental shops offer child seats, but they’re limited, so it’s best to reserve one in advance, especially in high season.

North Lombok is the most adventurous area to visit in Lombok with kids. It offers waterfalls, jungle scenery, cooler mountain air, and outdoor experiences that feel completely different from the beach regions.

For families, Senaru is by far the most practical and enjoyable base. It’s close to Lombok’s most famous waterfalls and offers a calm village atmosphere that works surprisingly well with young children.

North Lombok takes a bit more effort to reach than the beach areas, but for many families it becomes one of the most memorable parts of their Lombok trip.

Senaru is the best place to stay in North Lombok with kids, especially if you want to visit the region’s famous waterfalls without long travel days. From the village, it’s easy to reach jungle trails, rivers, and shaded paths that even young children can manage with breaks.

Visiting Sendang Gile Waterfall and Tiu Kelep Waterfall is a real highlight. The walk involves steps, forest paths, and river crossings, so it’s a bit of a workout, but the reward is huge: powerful waterfalls, clear pools, and an experience that feels truly special.

If you’re traveling Lombok with small kids, these waterfalls are absolutely doable with the right expectations. In our detailed guide, we explain exactly how to visit Tiu Kelep and Sendang Gila with kids, including walking times, safety tips, and what to bring.

💡 Crew Tip: We recommend staying in Senaru for 1–2 nights to enjoy the waterfalls at a relaxed pace. Bukit Selong works best as a day trip from Senaru or as a scenic stop on your way toward East Lombok, rather than as a place to stay with kids.

• Rinjani Lodge – beautiful views over jungle and mountains, spacious rooms, and a peaceful setting close to the waterfalls
• Rinjani Lighthouse Hotel – comfortable, family-friendly rooms with great scenery and good value

While we don’t recommend Sembalun as a base with kids, it’s absolutely worth visiting for the views. The drive to Bukit Selong takes you through wide valleys and farmland, and the viewpoint itself offers one of the most impressive panoramas in Lombok.

The short walk up can be quite steep and slippery, especially after rain, so it’s more of a small adventure than a casual stroll. With a bit of care, it’s still very doable with kids and makes for a memorable stop from Senaru or on your way toward East Lombok.

East Lombok is the best area to stay in Lombok with kids if you’re looking for quiet beaches, clear shallow water, and a true off-the-beaten-path experience. This part of the island is home to the East Lombok Secret Gilis, a small group of tropical islands that feel completely different from the busier Gili Islands in the north.

Families come here mainly for calm beach days. In addition, island hopping to places like Gili Kondo, Gili Kapal, and Gili Bidara is easy and relaxing. Shallow water, gentle snorkeling, and hardly any crowds make this area especially suitable for families with young children.

If you’re wondering how to visit these islands with kids, we explain everything step by step in our detailed East Lombok Secret Gilis with Kids guide, including boat trips, timing, and what to expect on the water.

Accommodation options in East Lombok are limited compared to South Lombok or the Gili Islands, but that’s exactly what keeps this area so special. For families, staying close to the Secret Gilis makes a huge difference.

• Bidara Cottage Lombok – a truly family-friendly stay close to the East Lombok Secret Gilis, with everything you need when traveling with young kids.

This was one of the most child-friendly places we stayed in Lombok. They provided baby cots and extra beds, high chairs, and happily prepared fresh meals tailored to our kids. The pool area is perfect for downtime, and the location makes it easy to reach the boats heading to the Secret Gilis.

If you’re traveling East Lombok with kids, this is hands-down the most practical and comfortable base.

✔ crystal-clear, shallow water
✔ island hopping without crowds
✔ relaxed pace and lots of space
✔ very kid-friendly snorkeling
✔ a unique Lombok experience most travelers miss

💡 Crew Tip: If you’re dreaming of those picture-perfect tropical beaches with clear water and hardly any crowds, East Lombok is a place you really don’t want to miss on your family trip.

Central Lombok is a beautiful countryside area to stay with kids if you’re looking for rice fields, village life, and a slower pace of travel. The heart of this region is Tetebatu, a small mountain village known for its green landscapes and peaceful atmosphere.

Instead of beaches, you’ll find walking paths through rice terraces, small waterfalls, local farms, and open views toward Mount Rinjani. It’s not a must-visit for every family, but it’s a lovely break if you enjoy nature and quiet surroundings.

Tetebatu is perfect for families who like gentle outdoor activities without intense hiking. You can walk straight from your accommodation into rice fields. Here, you can watch farmers work the land, and explore short jungle paths that lead to small waterfalls.

It’s also a great place to experience everyday Lombok life, with local food stalls, small villages, and very little traffic.

✔ peaceful countryside scenery
✔ easy walks for kids
✔ cooler temperatures
✔ cultural village experience
✔ a relaxing break from the coast

Accommodation in Tetebatu is mostly small-scale and simple, but very peaceful.

• Nona Lodge Lombok – a peaceful eco-style lodge surrounded by rice fields, with spacious rooms, a pool, and a calm setting that works well for families who want to slow down.
• Mu Homestay Tetebatu – a small-scale, friendly homestay offering simple but comfortable family rooms, close to village life and walking paths through the rice fields.

💡 Crew Tip: Central Lombok is all about slowing down. In Tetebatu, days naturally move at a slower pace, with kids playing in nature, short walks through rice fields, and plenty of fresh air instead of rushing from one highlight to the next.

West Lombok is a convenient region to stay in Lombok with kids if you’re looking for easier logistics, comfortable hotels, and shorter transfer times. It’s more developed than other parts of the island, which makes traveling with young children simpler.

The two main family-friendly options here are staying in Senggigi for resort-style comfort, or staying on the Southwest Lombok Secret Gilis for quiet island life.

Senggigi is the most developed beach town in West Lombok, with larger resorts, calm beaches, and plenty of dining options. While it’s not our first choice compared to South Lombok or the Gili Islands, it can be a good option for families who prefer staying in one comfortable place with hotel facilities close by.

It works especially well if you’re arriving late, leaving early, or simply want a classic resort-style stay.

• Jeeva Klui Resort – peaceful beachfront resort just outside Senggigi with spacious rooms, beautiful gardens, and a calm atmosphere that works well for families
• Holiday Resort Lombok – classic family resort with large pools, wide beachfront, and plenty of space for kids to play
• Katamaran Hotel & Resort Lombok – modern beachfront hotel with family rooms, great views, and a comfortable resort setup

The Southwest Secret Gilis are perfect if you’re looking for slow island life, quiet beaches, and clear water without crowds. Staying on the islands themselves is the best way to experience this area.

• Gili Asahan Eco Lodge & Restaurant – eco-style beachfront bungalows in a quiet natural setting, great for families who want relaxed island days
• Bleu Mathis Gili Asahan – stylish but peaceful beachfront stay with comfortable rooms and calm waters right outside

💡 Crew Tip: Central Lombok is all about slowing down. In Tetebatu, days naturally move at a slower pace, with kids playing in nature, short walks through rice fields, and plenty of fresh air instead of rushing from one highlight to the next.

Choosing where to stay in Lombok with kids really comes down to the kind of family trip you’re dreaming of. From relaxed beach bases and island life to jungle adventures and quiet tropical escapes, Lombok offers an incredible mix of experiences that work surprisingly well with young children.

What makes the island so special is how easy it is to combine different travel styles in one trip. As a result, you don’t have to constantly pack up and rush between places. With the right bases, Lombok becomes both adventurous and wonderfully relaxed.

If you’re still planning the details of your trip, these guides will help:

👉 Our Before You Go to Lombok checklist covers everything from transport to kid essentials
👉 How to get from Bali to Lombok explains the easiest routes with children
👉 Our family packing list for Bali & Lombok makes sure you don’t forget the basics

For even more family travel inspiration, don’t miss our full Bali with Kids and Thailand with Kids guides.
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Enjoy your Lombok adventure with your family! 🏖️
The Little Passport Crew