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The Best Sunset Spots in Kuta Lombok (2026 Guide)
The best sunset spots in Kuta Lombok — Merese Hill, Seger, and Prabu — plus sunset times by month and how to get to each viewpoint before the light goes.
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Tips, guides, and stories from The Spot — coworking, food, and life in Kuta Lombok.
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Surf Spots in South Lombok: The Complete Guide (2026)
Every surf spot in South Lombok worth knowing — Selong Belanak, Mawi, Gerupuk, Ekas and more — with a quick comparison table by level, season, and distance from Kuta.
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Accommodation in Kuta Lombok: Where to Stay at The Spot
Looking for accommodation in Kuta Lombok? The Spot offers private A-Frame bungalows, bamboo bungalows, and a garden setting in the heart of town — built for travelers, surfers, and remote workers.
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Sukarara Village: Traditional Hand-Woven Textiles in Central Lombok
Sukarara Village in Central Lombok is home to some of Lombok's finest traditional weavers, producing tenun ikat and gold and silver thread tenun songket on hand looms.
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Semeti Beach: Volcanic Rock Formations and Natural Pools in South Lombok
Semeti Beach in South Lombok is known for dramatic volcanic rock formations, blowholes, and wave-carved tidal pools — not a swimming beach, but one of the more striking coastal spots near Kuta.
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Gunung Tunak National Park: Coastal Trail and Old Lighthouse in South Lombok
Gunung Tunak is a compact national park on a headland in South Lombok, with a 3km coastal trail leading to an old lighthouse and good sea views — 30 to 40 minutes from Kuta.
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Lombok Pearl Farms: Visiting Autore and Understanding South Sea Pearls
Lombok is one of the world's leading producers of South Sea pearls. The Autore Pearl Farm offers tours of the cultivation process and a showroom where you can buy direct.
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Mangku Sakti Waterfall: A Remote Jungle Trek in Lombok's Interior
Mangku Sakti is a series of cascading cataracts deep in Lombok's jungle interior, reached by a narrow forest trek and more remote than the popular Benang Kelambu falls.
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Benang Kelambu Waterfall: Swimming and Jungle Trekking Near Mataram
Benang Kelambu is a 20-metre waterfall in North Lombok's jungle interior, reachable by a short jungle trek with a swimmable pool at the base.
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Sekotong Islands: Quiet Beaches and Snorkeling in Southwest Lombok
The Sekotong Islands are a chain of small, mostly undeveloped islands off the southwest coast of Lombok — reached by boat, good for snorkeling, and not yet crowded.
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Beleq Village: Sasak Culture Since the 14th Century
Beleq Village in Central Lombok is one of the oldest Sasak settlements on the island, preserving traditional architecture and customs that date back to the 14th century.
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Tanjung Poki: Blowholes and Wave Formations in South Lombok
Tanjung Poki is a rocky headland near Kuta where limestone formations with natural blowholes send columns of seawater shooting upward at high tide.
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Pink Beach (Tangsi): Snorkeling in East Lombok
Tangsi Beach — known as Pink Beach — sits in East Lombok with coral reefs close to shore and sand that is more strawberry blonde than pink, but worth the trip regardless.
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Ramadan 2026 at The Spot — Prayer and Iftar Times in Kuta Lombok
Ramadan Mubarak from The Spot. Daily prayer times for Kuta Lombok, plus info on our kitchen and coworking space during Ramadan.
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Tanjung Ringgit: Coastal Trekking at the Southeast Tip of Lombok
Tanjung Ringgit is a remote headland in Southeast Lombok with coastal trails, WWII remnants, and unobstructed views of Rinjani and the open sea.
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Gili Nanggu: Lombok's Quiet Island Day Trip
Gili Nanggu is a small, quiet island off southwest Lombok — white sand, coral reefs, snorkeling, and almost no crowds. Here's how to visit from Kuta.
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Narmada Water Palace: History, Gardens, and Natural Springs
Narmada is a 300-year-old Hindu water palace in West Lombok — part royal retreat, part sacred site, part botanical garden.
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Tanjung Aan Beach: The Complete Guide (Kuta Lombok)
Tanjung Aan Beach is 15-20 minutes from Kuta Lombok and consistently delivers: calm water for swimming, two types of sand, warungs on the beach, and Merese Hill for sunset. Everything you need for the trip.
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Snorkeling in South Lombok
South Lombok has solid snorkeling within easy reach of Kuta — if you know which spots to pick and when to go.
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Equipment Rentals at The Spot: Workstation Kit, Desktop, Dedicated Desk, and Screen Rental
Need a monitor at your villa, or a full desktop inside the coworking space? The Spot offers flexible equipment rental options for remote workers in Kuta Lombok.
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Workstation Kit Rental in Kuta Lombok: Work Comfortably From Your Accommodation
Rent a full external monitor setup from The Spot and use it at your villa, guesthouse, or anywhere in Kuta Lombok. No coworking space required.
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South Lombok Beaches: A Practical Guide to the Coast
South Lombok has one of the most varied stretches of coastline in Indonesia — from surf-heavy exposed bays to quiet sheltered coves. Here's what's actually worth visiting and what to expect from each.
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South Lombok: A First-Timer's Destination Guide
South Lombok offers great surf, pristine beaches, Sasak cultural access, and serious trekking — without the crowds. Here's what to expect and how to get the most out of it.
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Your Guide to a Surf Trip in Lombok: Spots, Season, and Logistics
From beginner beach breaks to expert barrel spots — a complete guide to planning a surf trip to Lombok, including the main spots, best season, and what to bring.
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Lombok During the Wet Season: What to Expect
The wet season in Lombok runs November to March. Rain is mostly short and predictable, prices are lower, and the island is noticeably less crowded.
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Beaches Within 25 Minutes of Kuta Lombok
Four beaches within a 25-minute scooter ride of Kuta Lombok — each one worth visiting for different reasons.
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Your Guide to Riding a Scooter in Lombok
Renting a scooter is the most practical way to explore Lombok. Here's what you need to know about licenses, renting, road conditions, and staying safe.
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Tea at The Spot Kuta Lombok: Our Premium Tea Selection
The Spot in Kuta Lombok serves a curated selection of premium teas — green, black, oolong, white, and herbal — alongside coffee and fresh juices.
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Jamu: Indonesia's Traditional Herbal Drink and Why It's on Our Menu
Jamu is a traditional Indonesian herbal drink made from roots, spices, and plants — used for centuries as a daily wellness ritual. Here's what it is and why we serve it at The Spot.
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From Cokreate to The Spot: Same Place, Clearer Name
The Spot is the former Cokreate coworking space in Kuta Lombok. If you've found us while searching for Cokreate or SAME SAME, you're in the right place.
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Smoothie Bowls at The Spot: Four Signature Varieties in Kuta Lombok
The Spot's smoothie bowl collection in Kuta Lombok — four fresh-made bowls from the healthy to the indulgent, served daily in limited batches during breakfast hours.
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How to Register Your Phone as a Foreigner in Indonesia
Foreign phones need IMEI registration to work on Indonesian networks for stays over 90 days. Here's what you need to know, and how to get a local SIM card.
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Digital Nomads in Lombok: Why More Remote Workers Are Choosing It Over Bali
Lombok is quieter than Bali, cheaper than most of Thailand, and the surf is world-class. Here's why it keeps showing up on digital nomad shortlists.
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Solo Travel in Kuta Lombok: The A-Frame Bungalow at The Spot
The Spot's A-Frame bungalows are designed for solo travelers who want a private room without the isolation — your own space, surrounded by a social garden and café.
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How to Get to Kuta Lombok (and The Spot)
Getting to Kuta Lombok is straightforward once you know your options. Here's how to get here from Bali, from the airport, and from other parts of Lombok.
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Digital Nomad Cafe in Kuta Lombok: Work, Coffee, and a Garden Setting
A digital nomad cafe that's actually good for working — fast Wi-Fi, proper coffee, full kitchen, and a relaxed garden setting in central Kuta Lombok.
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When and Why to Visit Lombok
Lombok rewards visitors year-round, but timing your trip around the seasons makes a real difference. Here's when to go and what makes the island worth the trip.
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Breakfast at The Spot Kuta Lombok: What to Expect
The Spot's breakfast menu in Kuta Lombok covers Belgian classics, Indonesian dishes, fresh juices, smoothie bowls, and proper coffee — served in a garden setting from 8am.
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Working From The Spot: What to Expect and How It Works
Whether you're on a day pass or a long-term membership, here's what working at The Spot in Kuta Lombok actually looks like — and a few things worth knowing before you arrive.
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Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free Options at The Spot Kuta Lombok
The Spot's menu in Kuta Lombok has dedicated vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free sections — here's what to expect if you have dietary requirements.
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What to Do in Lombok: A Practical Activity Guide
From surf breaks and volcanic trekking to Sasak villages and the Gili Islands, Lombok packs an enormous range of activities into a compact and accessible island.
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Best Time to Visit Lombok: Month-by-Month Weather Guide
Dry season runs May–October with the clearest skies in July–August. But shoulder months (April, October) offer green landscapes and fewer crowds — here's how to choose.
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Belgian and French Flavors at The Spot's Café in Kuta Lombok
The Spot's café in Kuta Lombok serves Belgian and French-influenced dishes alongside Indonesian food — comfort food with good ingredients, in a garden setting.
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Morning Focus Pass: Coworking + Breakfast in Kuta Lombok
Start the day with a surf, sit down to work with breakfast included — The Spot's Morning Focus pass covers 4 or 8 hours of coworking plus a full breakfast from our kitchen.
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The Spot Kuta Lombok: Café, Coworking, and Accommodation in One Place
The Spot in Kuta Lombok combines an all-day café, a coworking space, and garden accommodation — here's how all three work together.
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The Spot Café Kuta Lombok: Belgian Kitchen, Indonesian Garden, All Day
The Spot's café in Kuta Lombok serves Belgian and Indonesian food from breakfast through evening in a garden setting — here's what to expect.
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How We Use Starlink at The Spot: Our Internet Backup System
The Spot runs fibre as primary and Starlink as backup — so when the local ISP has issues, you stay online. Here's how the setup works and what it means for remote workers.
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How The Spot Approaches Sustainability in Kuta Lombok
From LED lighting and solar to a near-zero food waste kitchen — a look at The Spot's practical sustainability efforts in Kuta Lombok.
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Internet Speed for Remote Work in Lombok: What You Actually Need
What internet speeds do you need for video calls, large uploads, and focused remote work? And how does The Spot's setup in Kuta Lombok measure up?
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How The Spot Manages Wi-Fi for Remote Workers: The Omada Network System
The Spot uses an Omada-managed network to deliver dedicated speeds per device — here's how it works and why it matters for video calls and remote work in Kuta Lombok.
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Bamboo Bungalows in Kuta Lombok: Staying in The Spot's Garden
Wake up in a bamboo bungalow surrounded by a lush garden in the heart of Kuta Lombok — simple, natural accommodation at The Spot.
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Why The Spot Uses a Load Balancing Router: Keeping the Internet Fast for Everyone
A load balancing router distributes network traffic across multiple connections — here's why we use one at The Spot to keep internet fast and reliable for everyone in the space.
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Why We Opened a Coworking Space in Lombok — And What We Learned
Coworking spaces started in Berlin in 1995. By 2022, they'd reached Kuta Lombok — here's why we made the call, and what running The Spot has taught us about what remote workers actually need.
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5 Ways to Build Connections at a Coworking Space (Without Forcing It)
Coworking spaces are one of the best places to meet other remote workers — if you approach it right. Here's how to build genuine connections without it feeling like a networking event.
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The Story of The Spot: How a Belgian Ended Up Running a Café in Kuta Lombok
The Spot started as a café in 2014 and grew into a full hospitality business — coworking, accommodation, and an all-day kitchen. Here's how it happened.
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The Best Breakfast in Kuta Lombok
From coconut pancakes to scrambled eggs — our kitchen opens at 07:45 every day. Here's what to eat at The Spot for breakfast.
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Cowork
Fast WiFi in Kuta Lombok — What to Expect
Finding reliable internet in Kuta Lombok used to be a challenge. Here's what we offer at The Spot and why it matters for remote workers.
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Cowork
Coworking Space in Kuta Lombok: How The Spot Works
Day passes from Rp 100k, dedicated desks, fast Wi-Fi, and good food — here's everything you need to know about coworking at The Spot in Kuta Lombok.
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Where I Actually Get Stuff Done: My Coworking Story at The Spot
A guest's honest review of working from The Spot for two weeks. The good, the great, and what surprised me.
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Welcome to Lombok — What You Need to Know
Lombok is one of Indonesia's most beautiful islands. Here's what to expect when you arrive — surf, transport, money, and more.
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