Sam's Bungalows
Jl. Stasiun Orangutan Bukit Lawang Dusun IV Timbang Jaya, Bukit Lawang 20774 Indonesia
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Sam's Bungalow is a family run restaurant, guesthouse and expedition organiser in the beautiful village of Bukit Lawang, North Sumatra, Indonesia. It is nestled on the banks of the Bohorok River and a stones-throw from the Gunung Leusser National Park. As well as providing accommodation, Sam's Bungalow specialises in arranging rainforest treks and local excursions.
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Free internet
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Hiking
Airport transportation
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Baggage storage
Mosquito net
Laundry service
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Special diet menus
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Car hire
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Private balcony
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Non-smoking rooms
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Smoking rooms available
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Great View
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, Indonesian
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61Somewhat walkable
Grade: 61 out of 100
15Restaurantswithin 0.75 miles
6Attractionswithin 0.75 miles
Jl. Stasiun Orangutan Bukit Lawang Dusun IV Timbang Jaya, Bukit Lawang 20774 Indonesia
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We loved everything about Sam’s Bungalows and Restaurant. Big room with four-poster bed, a balcony and an amazing hot shower. The view of the jungle is amazing. We actually saw an orangutan from the bungalows. The staff are second to none; so helpful and good fun. The food in the restaurant is made fresh and is really good. They can adapt to needs because it is all cooked from scratch. They even bake their own fresh bread daily. The jungle tour was awesome. Great guides who entertained us the entire day. We saw orangutans, Thomas leaf monkeys and so much more. We cannot fault this place; everything we needed and wanted. We stayed for five nights and could happily have stayed for longer. They also arranged our onwards journey for us.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Very well organised, friendly, helpful staff . Rooms were airy and spotlessly clean. Food was excellent. I highly recommend the Jungle Chicken. The trekking was difficult. I could not have done it without the help of Ramon and Andre our guides.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We have been there with our three-year-old son and they provided games and played with him. During our hikes in the jungle they carried him on the back and took good care of him. The rooms and the restaurant are very cosy. They have one of the best views in Bukit Lawang across the river to the jungle and sometimes you can already see orang-utans from there. The food is very good, too. Thank you very much for the great time we had there with you!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Just returned from a fantastic stay at Sam's Bungalows. I can’t recommend these guys highly enough. We had an awesome time. The location is perfect, situated next to the river and the accommodation was really good given you’re situated in the jungle. Sam has a wealth of knowledge and experience and was a delight to sit down and talk with. The guides, Ram, Andri and Pele were great and made the jungle trek and overnight stay in the jungle an experience we won’t forget. They also kept us entertained in the evenings. I should also mention the ladies in the kitchen who produced some absolutely amazing food for us. This will be one of those few places that we will want to return to again sometime in the future.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: If you’re staying overnight in the jungle take an inflatable pillow.
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Truly a magical place! Located almost directly in the jungle this accommodation is a wonderful place to find peace and connect with locals, such as Sam and his team. The bungalows are clean and provided us with everything we needed. The best part of our stay there was the staff: they are incredibly nice and welcoming in every way. They took us through a trekking tour in the jungle where we spent a night camping. Not only did they guide us through the jungle (we saw orang Utans and many other animals !!) but also they prepared wonderful meals, made a bonfire and sat down with us to chat and play games at night - always with a smile on their face. It was such a great experience which we will never forget! Thank you Sam, Andre, Ram, Riki and rest of the team!!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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So helpful with planning our whole itinerary. WhatsApp Sam and everything is sorted. Bay cave, Tangkahan, jungle trek, etc. Sam picked us up from airport and organised everything, very helpful with last minute changes. He is local and shares the work with the community. The rooms are cool with fans, firm bed and lovely shower. Great location for chilled stay, river view, swimming sport and near lots of restaurants. At the far end of town, so quiet.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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We did the Orang Utan tour with tour guide Rama! He is such a great guide. He told us everything about the jungle, the different monkeys and apes, bugs, trees. He is so energetic, patient and friendly. He made sure we would see the orangutan with all of his power. Please if you book the trip, ask for Rama, you won’t regret it :)
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The staff is amazing. You instantly feel at home. Nice restaurant located at the river. The food is great and the Beer (Bintang) is cold! Try their specialty Nasi Goreng Saté. Book a Jungle trip with Rama. His English is great and his energy is amazing which makes the kinda "hard" trip so much easier. The best and most relaxing trip you can have. He and the chef, who makes amazing local food, will make you feel at home and will certainly give you a trip of a lifetime. We do certainly advise an overnight trip. You will see a lot and have time to relax the next day. Chilling at the waterfall and enjoying the watertube back to the village.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We stayed at Sam's for a 2 day trek into the jungle hoping to spot orangutans. It was our lucky trip, from booking the trip through e-mail, arriving at Bukit Lawang and being picked up with motor bikes, being well taken care of before, during and after the trek - we had the best time. All the guys are super friendly, enjoy a laugh and make sure you will have a good time. Everything was well planned out - fruit snack and nasi goreng while trekking, full dinner at the camp-site, hot tea and cookies at the waterside, swimming in the river and at the waterfall and tubing back. We we're lucky enough to enjoy a private tour ánd witness the birth of a new orangutan. The rooms are also nice, tidy and comfortable. It has a nice restaurant for all sorts of things. Definitely try our guide Ram's favourite: chicken saté with peanut sauce. We would 100% stay here again. …
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Getting there from Medan isn't the easiest, we booked the airport pick-up and were glad we did!...
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Sam's bungalows is a great place to stay in Bukit Lawang. Sam's arranged for us a driver from our hotel in Medan who took us to Bukit Lawang. Sam's has a very nicely decorated restaurant and lounge area with comfortable and clean rooms that have a nice balcony and beautiful views on the jungle. We did a two day jungle trekking with the two of the guides that work at Sam's (Andre and Fabio) and have seen Orang Utans, Thomas leaf monkeys, hornbill, macaque, gibbons and much more.. At night we slept at a well organised but basic campsite next to the river. We went back to the village tubing on the river. Truly a terrific experience!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: June is a good month to visit because it’s not very busy compared to July and August.
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PRICE RANGE
US$22 - US$23 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IndonesiaSumatraNorth SumatraBukit Lawang
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sam's Bungalows
Which popular attractions are close to Sam's Bungalows?
Nearby attractions include Bukit Lawang Jungle (0.2 miles), Bukit Lawang Ecotourism (0.3 miles), and Bagoes Hand-Carved (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Sam's Bungalows?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and airport transportation.
What food & drink options are available at Sam's Bungalows?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Sam's Bungalows?
Conveniently located restaurants include Lawang Inn Restaurant, Sam's Bungalows Restaurant, and Eriono Restaurant & Art shop.
Does Sam's Bungalows have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Sam's Bungalows offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Sam's Bungalows have airport transportation?
Yes, Sam's Bungalows offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Sam's Bungalows located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the centre of Bukit Lawang.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Sam's Bungalows?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Indonesian.
Does Sam's Bungalows have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the river view available here.