Lonely Planet

Our Pick: Qunci Villas is Lombok’ hippest hotel, combining textbook minimalist design with Balinese and Japanese influence. The rooms are undeniably gorgeous (book room eight for the best sea view) and popular with moneyed Europeans and rich kids from Jakarta. There is a small pool at the ocean’s edge and a very fine restaurant. You’ll find the staff are extremely well trained and welcoming. For the seriously wealthy, up in the hills behind the hotel are two villas that come close to defining Lombok luxe. [2008]

Senggigi's most stylish hotel is also a great deal. Rooms have indoor and outdoor living rooms and bathrooms; the pool bar and tasty restaurant (below) are outfitted with cool block-wood furnishings; and the staff are warm and friendly. Book ahead during high season. [2009]

Qunci Restaurant: Abutting the beach in Mangsit, this terrific hip-hop hotel restaurant has a modern menu with both Asian and European dishes. [2009]