"We had a great stay at Kiki Resort! The ocean view is beautiful, and there’s easy access to the beach and Yo-Yo surf spot. You can also get to Kirana Resort (great for snorkeling) in just 5 minutes — they even offered to take us by car. The staff were kind and helpful, and the place was clean, quiet, and peaceful. Perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature!"
"Very smooth check-in, personable staff and nice rooms with good AC (it was hot outside!). Restaurant food choice was good and decent quality. Nice pool, no swimming/snorkeling from beach but in-house dive operation for excursions. Super convenient 20 mins transfer to airport. Bathrooms in the bungalows would benefit from an update. Overall good stay - we'll be back 🙂"
"Super interesting cottages of straw, wood, and bamboo. Outdoor toilet and shower but still private and surprisingly wonderful!
Strongly recommend. Beautiful music played in the restaurant, especially at breakfast time.
No complaints from me. But visitors need ro be okay with a little rustic, outdoorsy vibe."
"All staffs were friendly especially the manager. The hotel located on nice and lovely beach, food was OK, cleanliness such as bed sheets needs to be improved."
"It was simply amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, without ever being intrusive – just the right balance.
The accommodation is located a bit outside of Kuta, about 20–30 minutes by scooter, but the peace and the view are absolutely unique.
We would come back anytime, without hesitation.
Warmest regards,
Marc & Delia"
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"We had a great stay at Kiki Resort! The ocean view is beautiful, and there’s easy access to the beach and Yo-Yo surf spot. You can also get to Kirana Resort (great for snorkeling) in just 5 minutes — they even offered to take us by car. The staff were kind and helpful, and the place was clean, quiet, and peaceful. Perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature!"
"One of the proper stay in East Lombok. It caters to everything you need, just ask. Staff were all very polite and accommodating. Would surely come back in the future."
"Breathtaking Location, Warm Staff – But Needs Improvement in Comfort and Value
Jiva Baluam is set in a truly stunning location nestled in a secluded bay with a private beach that feels like your own paradise. The natural beauty is overwhelming, and the bungalows are located right on the sand. It’s a place where you can fully disconnect and enjoy nature.
However, the resort is very remote – there are no alternative dining options within 30 minutes, so you’re fully dependent on the in-house restaurant. Unfortunately, the food quality doesn’t justify the high prices. The Indonesian breakfast (like Nasi Goreng) was okay, but the Western breakfast was quite disappointing in both taste and presentation.
The resort has been around for over ten years and is beginning to show signs of age. Some renovations would definitely enhance the guest experience. The bungalows are charming, but not well-equipped: there’s no fridge, which is a real downside given the isolation, especially since cold drinks from the restaurant are very expensive. Also, there’s no kettle – as an early riser, I found it frustrating that I couldn’t have tea or coffee until the restaurant opened at 8 a.m.
On the bright side, the staff are wonderfully kind and helpful, and the WiFi is excellent surprisingly strong for such a remote location.
In summary, Jeeva Baluam offers a magical natural setting and warm hospitality, but it would benefit greatly from thoughtful upgrades and a more guest-friendly infrastruct,"
