Scar Reef Lodge

Top choice in Sumbawa


A modern lodge for surfers. The five rooms (two of which are air-conditioned) have soaring ceilings, wood furnishings and a common beachside restaurant and lounge area. It also has a cabin for groups, plenty of beach pouffes and a yoga shala for DIY sun salutations. Surf, SUP and motorbike rentals are all available.

Surfers staying here get a free shuttle out to the namesake Scar Reef.


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