Pondok Indah Bungalows

Pondok Indah is a cluster of bungalows set among rice fields in the southern part of Tetebatu, with clear views of Mount Rinjani in the morning. There is a swimming pool with a small gazebo, a shared lounge area and a restaurant where guests often end up eating together in the evening.

Rooms are simple but clean and comfortable. The hosts are energetic and welcoming, and reviewers mention home-made turmeric and ginger drinks from the garden and plenty of advice on what to do around Tetebatu. Many guests end up staying longer than planned. Walks to the rice terraces, monkey forest and waterfalls can be arranged.

It is listed on Booking.com and has more than 200 Google reviews averaging 4.5. It is a short ride from the main village, so a scooter is useful; the hosts can help organise one. Evenings are cool here, and the shared lounge is a good place to meet other travellers and plan walks.