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South Lombok beaches (Kuta Lombok)

Wild bays of white sand around Kuta Lombok: Tanjung Aan, Merese Hill and Selong Belanak.

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Time needed
Half a day
Entry
Free (small parking fees)
Best time
May–September
Area
Kuta Lombok

Wide bays with hills behind.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Kuta, Pujut, Central Lombok

  • From Lombok airport: Kuta Lombok is about 30 minutes away.
  • Getting around: Rent a scooter or hire a driver; beaches are spread along the coast.
  • Mandalika: The Mandalika area hosts the international MotoGP circuit.

The story of the beaches of south Lombok

The south coast of Lombok is a string of horseshoe bays framed by green hills. Lombok is known as the "island of a thousand mosques", and its Sasak culture gives the region a calm, traditional character.

Tanjung Aan has soft white sand and turquoise water, and next to it Merese Hill offers one of the best sunsets in Indonesia. Further west, Selong Belanak is ideal for beginner surf lessons.

Best time to visit

Best season

May to September.

Best time of day

Sunset from Merese Hill.

Bau Nyale

The sea-worm festival in February or March is a famous Sasak tradition.

Tips before you go

  • Visit Tanjung Aan and Selong Belanak.
  • Climb Merese Hill for sunset over Tanjung Aan.
  • Visit Sade, a traditional Sasak village, on the way from the airport.

Best hotels near the beaches of south Lombok

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Pullman Lombok Merujani Mandalika

Beach resort in the Mandalika area.

See prices

Novotel Lombok Resort & Villas

Sasak-style resort on Kuta Lombok's coast.

See prices

The Oberoi Beach Resort, Lombok

Luxury resort on Lombok facing the Gilis.

See prices
All hotels near the beaches of south Lombok

What's around the beaches of south Lombok

  • Merese HillSunset viewpoint.
  • Selong BelanakSurf-lesson beach.
  • Sade villageTraditional Sasak village.
  • Mandalika CircuitMotoGP racetrack.

Questions travellers ask

Which is the best beach in south Lombok?

Tanjung Aan for swimming, Selong Belanak for learning to surf.

Is Lombok good for Muslim travellers?

Yes, it is mostly Muslim and has many mosques and halal restaurants.

How far is it from the airport?

About 30 minutes.

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