Quintessentially Sumatran: laid-back and comfortable, but sloppy and run-down. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Doesn't look like much from the outside, but after scrambling up and down mountain-like stairs, you'll find a pair of economy rooms worth every rupiah. The basic rooms have their own patio garnering a fully loaded view of Gunung Merapi. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Meticulously maintained hotel with a tidy grandmotherly lobby of potted plants and doilies. There's a comfy upstairs sitting area and clean rooms. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Bukittinggi's only top-end hotel bears an international name but not quality. The curious Arab-/Moghul-style building has sumptuous public areas, a great view bar, but rather standard rooms. It's better to grab an evening drink with a view than stay the night. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A basic multistorey number where backpackers hope to meet other backpackers to swap trail notes and work through no-tourist shell shock. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

For a basic cheapie, Singgalang has a surprisingly breezy atmosphere. Full Lonely Planet Review ›