Makarma Villa Resort

Makarma is a small, friendly resort run by owners Eka and Wayan, who make a point of treating guests like family. It sits in a residential area in the Duduk district just south of central Senggigi, around a large garden and a clean swimming pool, with plenty of space for a morning yoga session.

Rooms are spacious, quiet and well kept, with air-conditioning, TVs and decent bathrooms stocked with toiletries. The on-site restaurant serves Indonesian dishes, fresh juices and Western food such as burgers, quesadillas and pizza at reasonable prices, and breakfast is cheap and filling. Makarma has also hosted surf school groups, and repeat guests often come back for that reason.

The team arranges scooter hire, airport transfers, island tours and fast boats to the Gili Islands. It is a good budget-to-mid-range base for independent travellers who want personal service rather than a big resort. Book directly by phone or WhatsApp for the best rates.