Best Beachfront Hotels in Gili Trawangan for Your Stay

Segreto Boutique Resort sits right on the beach with direct sea access and an outdoor pool open all year, an easy combination with children. The family-friendly restaurant serves Italian food with vegetarian and gluten-free options, useful for families with dietary needs. Rooms are air-conditioned with flat-screen TVs and streaming services, and some have balconies or terraces. A 9.7 score from 44 reviews puts it among the best-rated stays on Gili Trawangan.

Pearl Sunset is an adults-only resort, so it is not an option for families travelling with children, and I would rather be clear about that. For parents taking a break alone on Gili Trawangan, it works well: direct beach access, a year-round pool with sea views, and rooms with balconies, bathrobes and a minibar. Families heading to the island should look at the family-friendly hotels on Gili Trawangan instead.

Cocana Resort suits families who want the beach and a pool in the same place. It sits directly on the sand of Gili Trawangan and has an outdoor pool, gardens and a spa. Family rooms and interconnected rooms are offered, which helps when children and parents need separate beds. A fitness room and a minimarket cover small needs. About 460 guests rate it 9.4. My advice: ask for an interconnected room when you book, as numbers are limited.

Villa Penyu sits right on the beach on Gili Trawangan, a few steps from North East Beach, and has its own private pool and hot tub. For families, that means a choice between the sea and a pool that nobody else uses, though I would keep a close eye on young children around both. Rooms are air-conditioned, the garden and terrace give extra room to play, and the family-friendly restaurant serves a range of cuisines.

Gili Tempoe gives families direct access to a private beach on Gili Trawangan, with a lush garden and spacious terrace where children can play near the rooms. Every room has a balcony and a bathroom with both bath and shower, which makes bedtime with young children easier. The minimarket and room service help when the family stays in, and the 24-hour front desk handles late boats. With 52 reviews averaging 9.3, I would recommend it.

Gili Teak Beach Front Resort is a four-star directly on the beach on Gili Trawangan, with an outdoor pool and a beach club. I like it for families who want to sleep away from the nightlife yet reach it easily: the bars are an 8-minute bike ride away and the harbour 10 minutes. Rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV, a safe and a private shower room. A 9.3 score from more than 900 guests is reassuring.

Marygio is one of the Gili Trawangan resorts I would shortlist for families, because the room choice is real: family suites, spacious rooms and connecting rooms that let parents keep children next door. The resort sits in a quiet area, which helps with early bedtimes, and has a dedicated beach space with loungers and umbrellas. The Italian restaurant by the sea makes dinner easy when children want something familiar after a long day outdoors.

PinkCoco Gili Trawangan is an adults-only beachfront hotel, so it is not for families with children and I would not book it for one. Adult guests get an outdoor pool, a spa and sunset views. Rooms have air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a safe, and free WiFi, private parking and bike rental are included for getting around the island. About 880 guests rate it 9.2.

Nero North is a four-star beachfront stay on Gili Trawangan with an indoor pool and an outdoor pool, which gives children a choice of swimming conditions. There is also a fitness centre, a sauna, yoga classes and spa facilities, plus an on-site restaurant and free WiFi. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and balconies. About 610 guests rate it 9.1. My advice: ask the resort which rooms are best for a family.

Hotel Lumi Gili Trawangan is a beachfront four-star on the quieter west side of the island, about 200 metres from Sunset Point. I recommend it to families because the practical details are covered: free bikes for getting around an island without cars, a babysitting service, a 24-hour front desk and room service. The outdoor pool and the terrace bar make the evenings easy, and a 9.1 score from more than 1,000 reviews backs it up.

I recommend Bale Sampan to families who want a standalone bungalow on the beach at Gili Trawangan. Having your own bungalow with a private balcony gives children room and parents some quiet. The outdoor pool is there when the sea is too much, and the restaurant looks over snorkelling spots. Staff can arrange snorkelling, diving and horse riding, so older children have plenty to try. WiFi is free. Guests rate it 9.1 from almost 1,000 reviews.

Trawangan Dive Centre is a beachfront three-star on Gili Trawangan with direct beach access, a pool open all year and a dive centre on site. I would book it for families with teenagers or confident swimmers who want to try scuba diving without leaving the hotel. Rooms have air conditioning and a balcony or terrace, some with sea views, and the family-friendly restaurant serves international dishes. Guests give it 8.9 across more than 1,400 reviews.

Gili Beachfront Suites puts families right on the sand, with a saltwater pool for children who prefer calmer water than the sea. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and balconies facing the sea, and the family-friendly restaurant serves a range of cuisines at every meal, so there is no need to hunt for dinner with tired kids. Parents can use the fitness centre or book the spa. Guests rate it 8.8 from 81 reviews.

La Villa Gili Trawangan sits right on the beach, with a private beach area and direct access to the sand, plus a pool with sea views. I would book it for families or couples who want to step from the room to the water, with an Italian restaurant and a bar on site for easy evenings. Rooms have air conditioning, a sofa and a flat-screen TV. It has no official star rating, but guests give it 8.8 across nearly 60 reviews.

Cosè Gili Beach gives families direct beach access on Gili Trawangan, plus an outdoor pool with views and a lush garden for breaks from the sand. Rooms are air-conditioned, with a tea and coffee maker and free Wi-Fi. The family-friendly restaurant serves Indonesian, Italian and Asian dishes as well as pizza, an easy win with children, and there is a bar for the evening. An 8.7 rating from 434 reviews is strong for a three-star.

Pesona Beach Resort & Spa is adults only, so it is not an option for families with children; I list it here for parents travelling without them. It sits on the beach on Gili Trawangan with a wellness centre, a sauna and a cold plunge pool, an in-house Indian restaurant and a dive centre on site. I would book it for couples who want diving and recovery in one place. Guests give it 8.6 across more than 650 reviews.

I would pick Taj Maza Sunset Villas for a beachfront family stay on Gili Trawangan. The villas have a private beach area and a year-round outdoor pool, and the air-conditioned rooms have private bathrooms, with family and interconnected options for larger groups. The family-friendly restaurant serves diverse cuisines, and wellness and yoga facilities add calmer choices. An 8.6 rating from over 150 reviews is good.

I would pick Pine Tree Beach Hotel for a beachfront stay with plenty on site. The beach area and the pool with ocean views are both close, rooms have air-conditioning and private bathrooms, and the family-friendly restaurant serves international and local halal dishes, with continental, buffet and full breakfast options. A fitness room and a spa with wellness packages add rainy-day choices, and WiFi is free throughout. The pool and restaurant can get lively with other families.

Scallywags Resort is a four-star beachfront resort on Gili Trawangan with direct beach access, ocean-view options and a wellness area for yoga. Some rooms have private plunge pools and all have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a safety box. The data does not describe it as family-focused, and plunge pools need supervision with children. About 1,330 guests rate it 8.4. My advice: ask the resort which rooms have plunge pools and how they are fenced.

Natya Hotel is a three-star beachfront stay on Gili Trawangan with a restaurant, a coffee shop and a mini market on site, which keeps small family errands short. Rooms have air-conditioning, a TV, a personal safe and a private bathroom with a shower. The Art Market and Harbour are close, and WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are included. About 230 guests rate it 8.4. My advice: no pool is listed, so check this if children need one.

My Gili Paradise is a beachfront hotel on Gili Trawangan, and I would recommend it to couples and small groups who want the sand on their doorstep. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and balconies overlooking the garden or terrace, and there is an outdoor pool. A bar, a 24-hour front desk and room service are available, and WiFi is free. Cycling and scuba diving are easy to organise from the island.

I would pick Mala Garden Resort and Spa for a beachfront stay with room to spread out. It has a private beach area and a pool with views, and the family-friendly restaurant serves a wide range of international cuisines. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, garden or pool views, a tea and coffee maker and a work desk. The rating of 8.2 is good rather than top, so I would expect comfortable basics.

Royal Regantris Trawangan gives families direct beach access on Gili Trawangan, with a saltwater pool for when children have had enough of the sea. The sun terrace looks over the water, and rooms are air-conditioned with balconies. The family-friendly restaurant serves Indonesian, American and Italian dishes, so even fussy eaters will find something. Evening entertainment with live music livens up dinners. An 8.0 rating from 485 reviews suggests a reliable three-star.

Tropica Gili Hotel is a beachfront hotel on Gili Trawangan, and I would recommend it to families and wellness-focused travellers who want direct beach access. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a private beach area. Rooms have air conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies, free WiFi and minibars, and family rooms are available. The modern restaurant serves halal and vegan options.

Maringo Cottage sits right on the beach on Gili Trawangan, so families can step from the room to the sand, and South East Beach is a five-minute walk. The shared kitchen is useful for preparing simple meals or snacks for children, and the hot spring bath is an unusual extra. Rooms have air-conditioning, private bathrooms and garden or mountain views. The 7.0 average from 76 reviews suggests a modest stay, so I would book it for location first.