Ahhh, Khabita.. As cheesy as the omnipresent "Arrive like a guest, leave like family" slogan may sound - this is where you'll feel it. I had opted for a homestay first because I am not the "resort" type of guy, but then came to check out Khabita for 1 night after all. And left after 10 days! Michael, Lia, and Aris are so incredibly friendly and welcoming and really take you in like a new member of the family from the very first moment. Their place isn't just a business for them, they genuinely want you to feel at home, and that makes all the difference. I've booked a tent but they were so kind to put me into a little backpacker room instead for the whole time. This is a wonderful place for whatever you are seeking for. Want to be active and go snorkeling? Corals are not even a minute's swim away. Want to lie in the sun and relax? This is about the only establishment on the island that really frees its private beach from plastic, twice a day. If you want to unwind and disconnect, they've got you covered with lots of space, hammocks and a calm environment surrounded by nature. Need to do some work? Wifi worked out great most of the time and the bar has tables and plugs available. Want to socialize? Well, fingers crossed that more travelers will discover this little gem soon, but when they do, they are well prepared with their self-built bar. I've had a wonderful stay there and hope I can come back soon!

Nothing!

I loved everything here. The quiet peacefulness, the staff, the beautiful resort with pool, my spacious bungalow and open air bathroom. The snorkeling trip with Uno, where we saw a Seahorse and two turtles. The sunset seats, the fresh and tasty food. Playing darts with Arez. There are no cars or real roads on the island. Thus you walk or take a boat. Get here from Lombok mainland from Tembowong port (boat 100k). From the main Gili Gede port you can take a ferry on to Bali and Nusa Penida.

Nothing I didn't know before. Bring mosquito repellent. It's jungly, there are bugs and more of course. Depending on currents there is trash on the beaches coming from Lombok. I volunteered to join the cleanup at the resort twice and another during the snorkeling which is much appreciated. Gede also does a weekly cleanup in the central village where you can volunteer.

What can we say… this resort and especially the very nice people who run it were fantastic and beyond our expectations. They consider you as family, as friends… it was so difficult to leave when the time was there. The bungalows are airy and you fall asleep with the sound of the waves. The restaurant offers a limited menu but the food is made with love. The reef before the reef is in good shape with lots of healthy coral. If you snorkel by sunrise there is a big chance to spot turtles. Did I mention the sunsets with view on the mount Agung/Bali? We left heartbroken but with the genuine intention to go back. Terimah kasih Lea, Ares and all the staff.

Everything was just perfect

We stayed for a week and honestly, it was amazing. If you’re looking for a place to relax, watch beautiful sunsets, connect with marine nature, and enjoy a spacious beachfront villa ¡ this is the place for you! The Wi-Fi is good. They provide a small kayak to explore the nearby islands. The beach is full of incredible seashells. The staff is very friendly and helpful. There are corals right in front of the hotel (bring your own snorkel gear). If we ever come back to Gede, we would definitely stay at this hotel again.

There’s no air conditioning, and some nights it did get a bit hot.

Beautifully peaceful and amazing sunsets. Our hosts Lia, Michael and team ( Aris & Risky ) could not have been more accommodating. Great for snorkeling (loaned free of charge)direct from their beach or they will arrange a boat to the neighbouring gilis using locals at a fraction of the cost offered at Lombok Harbour. Contact Khabita to arrange a driver to collect you from the airport or hotel and a boat to take you directly to the resort. Airport taxis are 3-4 times the going rate and we were ripped off at the harbour, being charged 200K instead of 50K for 2 tickets. We loved it so much that we extended our stay and were still reluctant to leave. Thanks to you all at Khabita.

It is so sad to see plastic polluting these beautiful waters and coral reefs but Khabata do their best to clear the beach. Don't let that put you off .

Khabita is exceptional and was a highlight of our Indonesian trip. If you are looking for deep relaxation, exquisite views and sunsets, generous and delicious food, phenomenal staff, excellent snorkelling with blue and soft pink corals and the ultimate time and space to reconnect with yourself and your family then this is the place for you. The only difficult part is leaving, so prepare yourself for that. Khabita will feel like home and Lia, Michael, Aris and Risky will make you feel like family. Khabita will always hold a special place in our hearts and memories. Terima kasih 🙏🏽

The hosts Michael and his wife Liah and their staff where great. They made me feel like part of the family as soon as I arrived. It's also the best place on the island to have a reasonably priced drink in the evening and watch the sunset, I don't believe you can do that from any other resort on the Island? Also they are very helpful in booking local Island trips and onward travel. Whilst there, work on a the new Sunset bar and hostel commenced so I look forward to returning to enjoy them in the future. I'm also looking forward to hiring their new kayaks they have on order to do independent tours of the nearby Gilis/Islands, that will be amazing! 😎

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Wonderful stuff. We forgot our earphones and they have sent it to us in Bali. The place is very peaceful and the view of the beach is awesome

Beautiful spot right on the beach in gili gede. a fantastic place to watch the sunset and relax. words cannot describe the heartwarming place it is, the owners went above and beyond to make you feel like family and at home, they have a little canoe that they let us borrow to paddle out and explore, two of the loveliest and sweetest dogs I have ever met and incredible food made with love. We booked to stay in the tent as we are travelling on a budget and it was so nicely set up, extremely comfortable for two, which was a nice surprise after expecting limited camping amenities. They set up a super comfortable bed and brought out an extension lead so we could charge our phones, the showers and toilets were close and super clean (and the water was the warmest we had seen in a while).

I loved my stay at Khabita! Lia and Aris are such beautiful persons, I felt home and I was sad to leave this little paradise. The bedrooms are huge. The food is very generous. Sunsets are amazing! It’s also possible to snorkel directly from the homestay beach or to borrow a small boat and paddle to amazing places! In addition, they helped me to treat my phobia with their two nice dogs 😀