A small bungalow escape,
on an island that still feels small.
Gili Air is the middle island; smaller than Trawangan, livelier than Meno,
and easily the best of the three if you want real quiet without being stranded.
Mowies has sat right on its west beach since 2014: a handful of beachfront
bungalows, an open-air kitchen, and a saltwater lagoon where the afternoon
just dissolves.
Ten steps from your porch to the sand. Sleep with the windows open; it's only the waves.
Kitchen Open All Day
Fresh fish, wood-fired pizza, sambal made by hand. Breakfast is on us when you book direct.
Work Here, If You Must
Starlink Wi-Fi strong enough for video calls. Or put your laptop away; we won't judge.
Family-Run, Warmly
No front-desk scripts. We know the guides, the dive shops, the secret spots; just ask.
Step onto the estate
Beachfront,
barefoot,
all of it.
A small estate tucked into Gili Air's west beach; coconut palms,
open-sided pavilions, and sand that runs straight to the reef.
Nothing towering, nothing loud. A proper beachfront property
where the garden, the kitchen, and the sea all touch each other.
Six distinct bungalow styles across eleven private rooms. Snug
garden retreats for a budget stay, a deluxe studio for honeymoons,
a family room that sleeps four, all a few steps from the water and
all with the same soft bedding and open windows.
One of the best restaurants
on Gili Air, and it's ours.
Breakfast runs all morning. Wood-fired pizzas come out of the oven
blistered and fast. The fish on the grill was on a boat an hour ago.
And when the sky turns peach, the cocktails come out and the acoustic
set starts. Locals and guests, long tables, no rush; the good kind
of dinner.
I stayed at Mowies for five nights with my family, and we honestly couldn’t have enjoyed it more. It was a 10/10 experience from start to finish!
The restaurant was exceptional. We ate there for breakfast, lunch, and dinner multiple times,…I stayed at Mowies for five nights with my family, and we honestly couldn’t have enjoyed it more. It was a 10/10 experience from start to finish!
The restaurant was exceptional. We ate there for breakfast, lunch, and dinner multiple times, and every single dish we tried was delicious. Everything was beautifully prepared using fresh, high-quality ingredients, and you could really tell how much care went into every meal.
What truly made our stay unforgettable, though, was the team. A hotel and restaurant are only as good as the people behind them, and the Mowies crew was simply incredible. Everyone was so warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. They work incredibly hard and always went the extra mile to make sure we had the best possible experience. We felt so well looked after and couldn’t have been happier.
If you’re visiting Gili Air, make sure to stop by Mowies—whether it’s for a meal or a stay. You won’t regret it! 🌴💛
Amazing restaurant! Good vibes. The food is delicious with generous portions. Highly recommend the tuna bowl. Fast service. The staff are friendly and welcoming. Adi was very pleasant.
Sitio ideal para ver el atardecer, ir pronto para coger sitio en la terraza. La cena bastante bien, tienen varias opciones aun que un poco mas caro que lo habitual en la isla
We ate at the restaurant. The sunset views with beachside dining are incredible. The food was sensational. So good we ate here twice. The staff are very attentive and friendly. We ate the tuna tartare, cauliflower croquettes, prawn tacos,…We ate at the restaurant. The sunset views with beachside dining are incredible. The food was sensational. So good we ate here twice. The staff are very attentive and friendly. We ate the tuna tartare, cauliflower croquettes, prawn tacos, barramundi with lemon sauce. Wine is acceptable. Even the chilled red gets to room temperature within 2 minutes. Super good value for money. If u r on Gili Air it’s a must do dining experience. But arrive in time for happy hour 5-7pm to enjoy the sunset light oking back over Gili T to Mt Agung.
If you’re looking for a spot to relax and enjoy breathtaking sunsets. This is the right place
😀My stay was absolutely marvelous. The hotel is in front of the beach, the food was really good, the room was big, beautifully designed and thoughtfully detailed…My stay was absolutely marvelous. The hotel is in front of the beach, the food was really good, the room was big, beautifully designed and thoughtfully detailed. But the best thing of all is the staff, always smiling and ready to help.
😀Flotte værelser, venligt og hjælpsom personale og lækker strand med solsenge. Maden var helt fantastisk, både morgenmad, frokost og aftensmad er værd og spise h…Flotte værelser, venligt og hjælpsom personale og lækker strand med solsenge. Maden var helt fantastisk, både morgenmad, frokost og aftensmad er værd og spise her. Du kan tilbringe en hel dag her også slutte af med solnedgang lige ude foran:))
Nous avons passé une nuit à Mowies on the beach, gros coup de cœur pour Ady qui servait au restaurant et qui était super
😀Nous avons passé une nuit à Mowies on the beach, gros coup de cœur pour Ady qui servait au restaurant et qui était super gentil.
L’emplacement était idéal, la…Nous avons passé une nuit à Mowies on the beach, gros coup de cœur pour Ady qui servait au restaurant et qui était super gentil.
L’emplacement était idéal, la chambre très belle et propre.
😀Très bel établissement avec accès direct à la plage , sunset memorable! Personnel très gentil, professionnel et accueillant. Les chambres sont très belles et so…Très bel établissement avec accès direct à la plage , sunset memorable! Personnel très gentil, professionnel et accueillant. Les chambres sont très belles et sont climatisées .
😀Obiekt zadbany i świetnie położony , tuż przy plaży . Bardzo dobre i urozmaicone śniadania . Personel zawsze uśmiechnięty i pomocny . Czuliśmy się tam mile widz…Obiekt zadbany i świetnie położony , tuż przy plaży . Bardzo dobre i urozmaicone śniadania . Personel zawsze uśmiechnięty i pomocny . Czuliśmy się tam mile widziani . Jeśli kiedyś znów będziemy na Gili to wrócimy do Mowies on the Beach
😀Great hotel with an excellent beachfront location! Everything is within walking distance, and the beach is right in front of the hotel. The restaurant was very…Great hotel with an excellent beachfront location! Everything is within walking distance, and the beach is right in front of the hotel. The restaurant was very good, with tasty food and a pleasant atmosphere. Friendly staff and a wonderful stay overall. Highly recommended!
😀Magnífico alojamiento junto a su beach club para pasar unos dias en Gili Air. La atención era muy buena, tenian en cuenta todos los detalles. Tener el hotel con…Magnífico alojamiento junto a su beach club para pasar unos dias en Gili Air. La atención era muy buena, tenian en cuenta todos los detalles. Tener el hotel con su propio beach club a pie de playa era estupendo y muy comodo. La comida muy buena y con precios similares a los de la isla. Te proporcionan hasta toalla de playa y secador de pelo.
😀Een heel leuk, gezellig verblijf! Wij hadden een vroege check in aangevraagd en dat verliep allemaal vlekkeloos. Het personeel is heel aardig en attent. Niets i…Een heel leuk, gezellig verblijf! Wij hadden een vroege check in aangevraagd en dat verliep allemaal vlekkeloos. Het personeel is heel aardig en attent. Niets is te gek. De kamers zijn leuk en gezellig ingericht en de beplanting er omheen is prachtig. Het strand voor het verblijf is prachtig en het restaurant daarbij is goed. Het eten is smaakvol en niet te duur.
😀We hebben een fantastisch verblijf gehad bij Mowies op Gili Air. De locatie direct aan het strand is perfect, de sfeer is heerlijk ontspannen en het personeel i…We hebben een fantastisch verblijf gehad bij Mowies op Gili Air. De locatie direct aan het strand is perfect, de sfeer is heerlijk ontspannen en het personeel is ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam. De kamer was schoon en comfortabel en ook het zwembad was een fijne plek om af te koelen. Het ontbijt (50k per ontbijt) en het eten waren ook erg goed.
Eigenlijk hebben we niets aan te merken op ons verblijf. Het enige wat je 's nachts kunt horen zijn de bekende gekko's, maar dat hoort wat ons betreft gewoon bij een tropisch eiland en stoorde ons verder niet.
We zouden Mowies zonder twijfel opnieuw boeken en raden het zeker aan!
😀The team (especially the manager Bali) were very friendly and helpful (interesting thing was the men and boys had a lot more easy charm than the females). The…The team (especially the manager Bali) were very friendly and helpful (interesting thing was the men and boys had a lot more easy charm than the females). The location of the resort is fabulous- and the standard of international healthy food options was exceptional- I have travelled around six Indonesian 🇮🇩 islands and the Mowies menu was unique- and most enjoyable. My bungalow was set in lovely gardens and it was in a relatively peaceful area of Air - you do of course still get the distinct bass music sounds filtering through but they really aren’t intrusive. The restaurant on the beach is a very popular sunset chilling venue but the team willingly reserve tables or sunbeds etc for resort guests as a priority. Although I have made some comments about some improvements I would like to see I would most certainly choose Mowies when I visit Gili Air again. Bali (manager) was superb at really showing interest in helping guests to feel comfortable and cared for.
If you’re looking for a spot to relax and enjoy breathtaking sunsets. This is the right place
😀My stay was absolutely marvelous. The hotel is in front of the beach, the food was really good, the room was big, beautifully designed and thoughtfully detailed…My stay was absolutely marvelous. The hotel is in front of the beach, the food was really good, the room was big, beautifully designed and thoughtfully detailed. But the best thing of all is the staff, always smiling and ready to help.
😀Flotte værelser, venligt og hjælpsom personale og lækker strand med solsenge. Maden var helt fantastisk, både morgenmad, frokost og aftensmad er værd og spise h…Flotte værelser, venligt og hjælpsom personale og lækker strand med solsenge. Maden var helt fantastisk, både morgenmad, frokost og aftensmad er værd og spise her. Du kan tilbringe en hel dag her også slutte af med solnedgang lige ude foran:))
Nous avons passé une nuit à Mowies on the beach, gros coup de cœur pour Ady qui servait au restaurant et qui était super
😀Nous avons passé une nuit à Mowies on the beach, gros coup de cœur pour Ady qui servait au restaurant et qui était super gentil.
L’emplacement était idéal, la…Nous avons passé une nuit à Mowies on the beach, gros coup de cœur pour Ady qui servait au restaurant et qui était super gentil.
L’emplacement était idéal, la chambre très belle et propre.
😀Très bel établissement avec accès direct à la plage , sunset memorable! Personnel très gentil, professionnel et accueillant. Les chambres sont très belles et so…Très bel établissement avec accès direct à la plage , sunset memorable! Personnel très gentil, professionnel et accueillant. Les chambres sont très belles et sont climatisées .
😀Obiekt zadbany i świetnie położony , tuż przy plaży . Bardzo dobre i urozmaicone śniadania . Personel zawsze uśmiechnięty i pomocny . Czuliśmy się tam mile widz…Obiekt zadbany i świetnie położony , tuż przy plaży . Bardzo dobre i urozmaicone śniadania . Personel zawsze uśmiechnięty i pomocny . Czuliśmy się tam mile widziani . Jeśli kiedyś znów będziemy na Gili to wrócimy do Mowies on the Beach
😀Great hotel with an excellent beachfront location! Everything is within walking distance, and the beach is right in front of the hotel. The restaurant was very…Great hotel with an excellent beachfront location! Everything is within walking distance, and the beach is right in front of the hotel. The restaurant was very good, with tasty food and a pleasant atmosphere. Friendly staff and a wonderful stay overall. Highly recommended!
😀Magnífico alojamiento junto a su beach club para pasar unos dias en Gili Air. La atención era muy buena, tenian en cuenta todos los detalles. Tener el hotel con…Magnífico alojamiento junto a su beach club para pasar unos dias en Gili Air. La atención era muy buena, tenian en cuenta todos los detalles. Tener el hotel con su propio beach club a pie de playa era estupendo y muy comodo. La comida muy buena y con precios similares a los de la isla. Te proporcionan hasta toalla de playa y secador de pelo.
😀Een heel leuk, gezellig verblijf! Wij hadden een vroege check in aangevraagd en dat verliep allemaal vlekkeloos. Het personeel is heel aardig en attent. Niets i…Een heel leuk, gezellig verblijf! Wij hadden een vroege check in aangevraagd en dat verliep allemaal vlekkeloos. Het personeel is heel aardig en attent. Niets is te gek. De kamers zijn leuk en gezellig ingericht en de beplanting er omheen is prachtig. Het strand voor het verblijf is prachtig en het restaurant daarbij is goed. Het eten is smaakvol en niet te duur.
😀We hebben een fantastisch verblijf gehad bij Mowies op Gili Air. De locatie direct aan het strand is perfect, de sfeer is heerlijk ontspannen en het personeel i…We hebben een fantastisch verblijf gehad bij Mowies op Gili Air. De locatie direct aan het strand is perfect, de sfeer is heerlijk ontspannen en het personeel is ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam. De kamer was schoon en comfortabel en ook het zwembad was een fijne plek om af te koelen. Het ontbijt (50k per ontbijt) en het eten waren ook erg goed.
Eigenlijk hebben we niets aan te merken op ons verblijf. Het enige wat je 's nachts kunt horen zijn de bekende gekko's, maar dat hoort wat ons betreft gewoon bij een tropisch eiland en stoorde ons verder niet.
We zouden Mowies zonder twijfel opnieuw boeken en raden het zeker aan!
😀The team (especially the manager Bali) were very friendly and helpful (interesting thing was the men and boys had a lot more easy charm than the females). The…The team (especially the manager Bali) were very friendly and helpful (interesting thing was the men and boys had a lot more easy charm than the females). The location of the resort is fabulous- and the standard of international healthy food options was exceptional- I have travelled around six Indonesian 🇮🇩 islands and the Mowies menu was unique- and most enjoyable. My bungalow was set in lovely gardens and it was in a relatively peaceful area of Air - you do of course still get the distinct bass music sounds filtering through but they really aren’t intrusive. The restaurant on the beach is a very popular sunset chilling venue but the team willingly reserve tables or sunbeds etc for resort guests as a priority. Although I have made some comments about some improvements I would like to see I would most certainly choose Mowies when I visit Gili Air again. Bali (manager) was superb at really showing interest in helping guests to feel comfortable and cared for.
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Before you pack
The things everyone wants to know.
Fly into Bali (DPS) or Lombok (LOP), then take a fast boat to Gili Air harbour. From Bali it's the fast boat from Padangbai, Serangan or Amed; about 2 to 2.5 hours. From Lombok it's a quick transfer from Bangsal harbour; 10 to 15 minutes on the water. From the harbour, we're a short walk or cidomo (horse-cart) ride away, and we can arrange pickup when you book.
Depends on what you're after. Trawangan is the lively one; bars, crowds, party energy. Meno is the tiny quiet one; beautiful but very little food or nightlife. Gili Air is the middle: quiet when you want it, a handful of good restaurants when you don't, and by far the best snorkelling and diving base of the three. Most people who've tried all three come back to Gili Air.
May to October is the dry season; bluer skies, calmer water, easier boat rides. June and September are the sweet spot: warm, dry, fewer crowds. November to March is still beautiful but brings afternoon rain and a little chop on the boats. Mowies is open year-round and the reef is fantastic any month.
Free daily breakfast, a welcome mocktail on arrival, VIP priority check-in, and your best rate; we match any OTA price. Plus a real human at the end of a WhatsApp message who knows the island, the boats, and the best dive guides by name.
Six bungalow types and eleven rooms in total, from 20 to 40 sqm. Cosy garden bungalows for budget stays, deluxe studios for honeymoons, a family room that sleeps four. All beachfront, all with air-con, Starlink Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping, and a private porch with something worth sitting on.
Snorkel the turtle reef off our beach, dive the Halik and Shark Point walls, island-hop to Meno and Trawangan, cycle the whole island in 90 minutes, yoga at sunrise, cocktails at sunset. We book everything at reception; no running around, no booking fees.
“Come for a few nights.
Leave planning the next trip back.”
Estate
Beachfront
Ocean views
Saltwater lagoon
Concierge
Activities
Snorkeling
Island hopping
Sunset rides
Dive trips
Dining
Beachfront cafe
Fresh seafood
Tropical cocktails
Vegan options
Comfort
Starlink Wi-Fi
Housekeeping
Room service
Airport pick-up
Mowies Gili Air
Gili Indah, Kec. Pemenang,
Lombok Utara, Nusa Tenggara Barat 83352
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The quiet side is waiting.
Barefoot on the sand. Turtles on the reef. Fresh fish on the grill.
A sunset with your name on it. Come find out why people keep coming
back to Mowies.
