Mowies Gili Air
Beachfront bungalows · Gili Air

Slow mornings,
salt on everything.

The best place to stay on Gili Air

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.

A day in the life

This could be
your tomorrow.

Wake up to the sea, not your phone
Beachfront bungalows

Wake up to the sea, not your phone

See the bungalows
Fresh fish, wood-fired pizza, long lunches
The kitchen

Fresh fish, wood-fired pizza, long lunches

Open the menu
A saltwater pool, and nowhere to rush to
The lagoon

A saltwater pool, and nowhere to rush to

What's included
Turtles a few fin-kicks from your beach chair
Snorkel spots

Turtles a few fin-kicks from your beach chair

Things to do
The quiet middle island, our favourite kind
Gili Air

The quiet middle island, our favourite kind

Open the gallery
Bright, smoky, just-off-the-boat good
On the table

Bright, smoky, just-off-the-boat good

Where to eat
Why people come back

Small place.
Big feeling.

Beachfront
Bungalows

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.

Sunset over Mowies Gili Air
Luxury Bungalow at Mowies Gili Air
Luxury Bungalow detail
Superior Bungalow interior
Deluxe Bungalow interior
Saltwater pool at Mowies
The kitchen at Mowies
Gili Air beachfront accommodation

Six bungalow types.
Eleven rooms on the sand.

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.

Where to eat on Gili Air

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.

Beachfront restaurant at sunset
Fresh island cuisine
What our guests say

Don't take our word
for any of this.

A lot of our guests come back. A lot of them bring friends. Here's what they say about Mowies, unedited, straight from Google Maps.

4.5
2,030 Google reviews
Arrivée au restaurant par hasard et c’est une trouvaille vraiment PERFECT 10/10 ! Nous avons pris des BOWL et c’était parfait une nourriture bien assaisonné et copieuse !! Une adresse à ne pas manquer sur gili air
Je vais noter uniquement le restaurant. Le personnel est sympa. Nous sommes arrivés pour le coucher de soleil. Et nous avons bien fait car 10 minutes après toutes les tables étaient prises. Nous avons d’abord commandé des boissons et ensuit… Je vais noter uniquement le restaurant. Le personnel est sympa. Nous sommes arrivés pour le coucher de soleil. Et nous avons bien fait car 10 minutes après toutes les tables étaient prises. Nous avons d’abord commandé des boissons et ensuite nous avons pris les plats. Je n’ai pas particulièrement aimé les pâtes à la carbonara, le fromage était beaucoup trop fort. J’aurais dû me renseigner avant de prendre ces pâtes là. Sinon le burger au pain noir était plutôt bon. Nous avons passé une bonne soirée malgré tout.
Marta Aparicio
Nos quedamos 4 noches en el hotel, excelente experiencia, tanto la habitación como el servicio. Lo recomendamos sin duda, y volveríamos seguro. El restaurante ideal, comida variada y fresca. Y los desayunos muy completos y buenos. Gracias e… Nos quedamos 4 noches en el hotel, excelente experiencia, tanto la habitación como el servicio. Lo recomendamos sin duda, y volveríamos seguro. El restaurante ideal, comida variada y fresca. Y los desayunos muy completos y buenos. Gracias equipo Mowies, sois geniales! Nico & Marta
Noah Walters
We stayed at Mowie’s Gili Air for 3 nights and it was incredible. The location on the island is perfect for sunset and located close to lots of great dinner and drink spots. The rooms were clean, secluded, and just a few steps from the beac… We stayed at Mowie’s Gili Air for 3 nights and it was incredible. The location on the island is perfect for sunset and located close to lots of great dinner and drink spots. The rooms were clean, secluded, and just a few steps from the beach. The water is crystal clear blue. The service was impeccable as well. If you are looking for a place to stay on Gili Air that is private, relaxing, has excellent sunsets, and amazing food, this is your place!
Ira
This place is absolutely perfect! The food and the service were amazing. It’s the second time we are here 🫶🏻

Reviews pulled directly from Google Maps. Updated weekly.

From our guests

What guests say
about their stay.

Booking.com Reviews
8.9 (1,101)
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Robbie
9

Fantastisch verblijf

😀 We hebben een super fijne tijd gehad bij Mowies! De bedden en kussens lagen heerlijk, het personeel was super vriendelijk en behulpzaam, het eten was erg lekker… We hebben een super fijne tijd gehad bij Mowies! De bedden en kussens lagen heerlijk, het personeel was super vriendelijk en behulpzaam, het eten was erg lekker! Echt een mega aanrader!
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Lara
Lara
9

Super Aufenthalt mit tollen Mitarbeitern

😀 Die Lage und das Personal. Sie haben Ausflüge, Transfer, Wäsche Service und Fahrräder zu sehr fairen Preisen angeboten und waren super hilfsbereit.
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Tatiana
9

Очень понравилось

😀 Отличное месторасположение, приятный улыбчивый персонал, чистая территория, прекрасное море, хоть и вход не идеальный из-за кораллов, но и не проблематичный; вк… Отличное месторасположение, приятный улыбчивый персонал, чистая территория, прекрасное море, хоть и вход не идеальный из-за кораллов, но и не проблематичный; вкусная еда в ресторане при отеле. В целом, если бы мы вернулись на этот остров, то скорее всего в этот же отель.
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Lucy
9

Excellent stay

😀 Beautiful hotel, we went for the larger two story room. Stunning sunset on the beach. Large clean room. Good breakfast Great location Comfy bed
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Gael
Gael
9

Pareltje op Gili air!

😀 Mowies heeft een geweldige ligging direct aan het strand met een ontspannen sfeer. Het personeel was ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam, de kamers waren schoo… Mowies heeft een geweldige ligging direct aan het strand met een ontspannen sfeer. Het personeel was ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam, de kamers waren schoon en comfortabel en we hebben tijdens ons verblijf heerlijk gegeten in het restaurant. Een perfecte plek om te genieten van Gili Air.
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Darren
9

Excellent. Highly recommend

😀 Great location. Clean facilities and friendly staff
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Silvia
Silvia
10

Exceptional

😀 Colazione ottima, ricca e diversificata. Per qualsiasi servizio extra gestiscono direttamente. Cibo molto buono, ambiente favoloso esternamente.
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Michał
10

Exceptional

😀 Magiczne miejsce! Klimat, kuchnia, bar, basen, roślinność, personel. Tam trzeba wrócić! :)
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Sarina
Sarina
9

Sehr schönes Hotel mit tollem und extrem zuvorkommenden Personal, sehr gutem Essen, F&B ist gut organisiert, starkes

😀 Tolle Lage, Kinderspielplatz, sehr freundliches und zuvorkommendes Personal, schönes grosses Zimmer und tolle Anlage
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Lisa-marie
Lisa-marie
10

Happyplace

😀 Wir sind nun schon zum dritten Mal zu Mowies gereist. Im ganzen Trubel, der sich inzwischen auf Gili Air ausgebreitet hat, ist und bleibt Mowies unsere kleine G… Wir sind nun schon zum dritten Mal zu Mowies gereist. Im ganzen Trubel, der sich inzwischen auf Gili Air ausgebreitet hat, ist und bleibt Mowies unsere kleine Glücksoase. Das unfassbar nette und aufmerksame Team setzt dem Ganzen noch die Krone auf. Wird hoffentlich nicht unser letztes Mal dort gewesen sein!
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Grietje
9

Heerlijk eiland verblijf

😀 De locatie van de accommodatie is fantastisch! Aan het strand. Het ontbijt maar ook de lunch en dinerlaart heeft veel heerlijke en gezonde opties. De zonsonderg… De locatie van de accommodatie is fantastisch! Aan het strand. Het ontbijt maar ook de lunch en dinerlaart heeft veel heerlijke en gezonde opties. De zonsondergang is iedere avond te zien vanaf Mowies! Het personeel is ontzettend aardig en behulpzaam. We voelden ons erg welkom en men was altijd in voor een praatje. Via Mowies hebben we een snorkeltour gedaan waarbij we schildpadden, koraal en veel vissen hebben gezien. Goed geregeld! En over all een hele goede prijs!
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Carli
Carli
10

Super comfortabel en tropisch, gezellig verblijf bij Mowies!

😀 Heerlijke, zachte bedden, fantastische locatie aan het strand en alles zag er simpelweg heel gezellig en islandvibe uit. De airco deed het de eerste nacht niet… Heerlijke, zachte bedden, fantastische locatie aan het strand en alles zag er simpelweg heel gezellig en islandvibe uit. De airco deed het de eerste nacht niet in onze kamer, we kregen een ander verblijf en de volgende dag is een nieuwe airco geïnstalleerd. Super! Daarnaast houden ze strandbedjes vrij voor gasten en was niets teveel.
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Cindy
Cindy
10

Dreamy paradise!

😀 We had such an amazing time at Mowies on the Beach. Honestly, I truly think this is one of the best places to stay on Gili Air. From the moment we arrived, ever… We had such an amazing time at Mowies on the Beach. Honestly, I truly think this is one of the best places to stay on Gili Air. From the moment we arrived, everything felt relaxed, warm, and incredibly welcoming. The location is absolutely perfect: beautiful beach beds right by the ocean, so you can literally wake up and jump straight into the sea in the morning. The bungalows are stunning, stylish, and super comfortable, the food was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere everywhere was just amazing. But what makes this place even more special is the staff. Everyone is so friendly, kind, and helpful — you can really tell they do everything they can to make your stay perfect. If you’re going to Gili Air: stay here. We honestly wouldn’t recommend anywhere else 💛
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Laurent
Laurent
9

Très belle expérience sur une île magique.

😀 L’hôtel est très bien situé et permet de profiter pleinement des couchers de soleil. Restaurant de qualité permettant de déguster de bons petits plats typiques.… L’hôtel est très bien situé et permet de profiter pleinement des couchers de soleil. Restaurant de qualité permettant de déguster de bons petits plats typiques. Le personnel est charmant.
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Voyageur84
10

Exceptional

😀 Chambre à l étage avec une vue sur la mer, très spacieuse avec son balcon. Belle piscine, propre, nettoyée tous les matins. La cuisine est raffinée, le personne… Chambre à l étage avec une vue sur la mer, très spacieuse avec son balcon. Belle piscine, propre, nettoyée tous les matins. La cuisine est raffinée, le personnel aux petits soins ; bel emplacement pour les couchés de soleil.
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Guy
9

Fabulous

😀 Prachtig hotel met mooie kamers en leuk zwembad.
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Rachel
Rachel
10

Exceptional

😀 Great location, friendly staff, and overall very comfortable stay
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Kirstie
10

Best place to stay on the island!! 10/10

😀 Loved everything about staying at mowies. Lovely little resort right on the beach, great food great location and comfy rooms. The staff are amazing and nothing… Loved everything about staying at mowies. Lovely little resort right on the beach, great food great location and comfy rooms. The staff are amazing and nothing is too much trouble for them!
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Linda
Linda
9

Magnifique, les gens sont pauvres mais heureux…

😀 Tout, la chambre, le petit déjeuner délicieux avec une vue sur la mer et un endroit tellement paisible. J’ai adoré cette île.
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Dave
9

Goede vibe voor paar dagen strandlevdn

😀 Plek aan strand, dicht bij haven en mooie zonsondergang
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Nurmianti
10

A great stay in Gili Air!

😀 It’s a beachfront hotel, with beautiful setting and room! The staff was friendly and very helpful, they helped me and my friend organise our transport from righ… It’s a beachfront hotel, with beautiful setting and room! The staff was friendly and very helpful, they helped me and my friend organise our transport from right at the hotel to the Lombok airport. The restaurant has delicious and great quality food! It was just a beautiful stay in Gili Air! Will definitely come back again next time!
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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.
Aerial view of Gili Air turquoise waters and white sand

“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.

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