A small bungalow escape,
on an island that still feels small.
Gili Air is the middle island; smaller than Trawangan, livelier than Meno,
and easily the best of the three if you want real quiet without being stranded.
Mowies has sat right on its west beach since 2014: a handful of beachfront
bungalows, an open-air kitchen, and a saltwater lagoon where the afternoon
just dissolves.
Ten steps from your porch to the sand. Sleep with the windows open; it's only the waves.
Kitchen Open All Day
Fresh fish, wood-fired pizza, sambal made by hand. Breakfast is on us when you book direct.
Work Here, If You Must
Starlink Wi-Fi strong enough for video calls. Or put your laptop away; we won't judge.
Family-Run, Warmly
No front-desk scripts. We know the guides, the dive shops, the secret spots; just ask.
Step onto the estate
Beachfront,
barefoot,
all of it.
A small estate tucked into Gili Air's west beach; coconut palms,
open-sided pavilions, and sand that runs straight to the reef.
Nothing towering, nothing loud. A proper beachfront property
where the garden, the kitchen, and the sea all touch each other.
Six distinct bungalow styles across eleven private rooms. Snug
garden retreats for a budget stay, a deluxe studio for honeymoons,
a family room that sleeps four, all a few steps from the water and
all with the same soft bedding and open windows.
One of the best restaurants
on Gili Air, and it's ours.
Breakfast runs all morning. Wood-fired pizzas come out of the oven
blistered and fast. The fish on the grill was on a boat an hour ago.
And when the sky turns peach, the cocktails come out and the acoustic
set starts. Locals and guests, long tables, no rush; the good kind
of dinner.
Très bon restau, des plats vraiment réfléchis, le prix est assez élevé en conséquence, c’était délicieux ! Nous avons eux une grosse averse, le personnel c’est arrangé pour que tout le monde soit à l’abri !
We ate at restaurant one evening, did not stay at hotel. Food was excellent, the bowls were really fresh and tasty. The wine happy hour special brought us in, and we stayed for dinner. We ordered the babaganoush appetizer and it doesnt come…We ate at restaurant one evening, did not stay at hotel. Food was excellent, the bowls were really fresh and tasty. The wine happy hour special brought us in, and we stayed for dinner. We ordered the babaganoush appetizer and it doesnt come with pita, so had to order the foccacia bread as well. They should add pita and charge a little more. Both were very tasty. Great sunset spot as well. Recommended for drinks and dinner. Returned another evening, as food was so good. Just as good 2nd time, and friendly service
Don’t know how the hotel is, and regarding all the comments it is probably better to check before booking a room.
We only ate at the restaurant, and the food was absolutely DELICIOUS. Everything was really tasty, perfectly cooked, well serv…Don’t know how the hotel is, and regarding all the comments it is probably better to check before booking a room.
We only ate at the restaurant, and the food was absolutely DELICIOUS. Everything was really tasty, perfectly cooked, well served in large sizes.
I really recommand this place to have a good lunch next to the beautiful beach.
Cena increíble en Mowie’s Gili Air. El pescado estaba perfectamente cocinado, se nota muchísimo el cuidado y la calidad del producto.
Pero lo mejor es el sitio… el ambiente es mágico, cenar prácticamente en la playa, con luces, naturaleza y…Cena increíble en Mowie’s Gili Air. El pescado estaba perfectamente cocinado, se nota muchísimo el cuidado y la calidad del producto.
Pero lo mejor es el sitio… el ambiente es mágico, cenar prácticamente en la playa, con luces, naturaleza y un entorno precioso.
Sin duda, la mejor cena de nuestra estancia en las Islas Gili. Un sitio para disfrutar y repetir.
Un incontournable de Gili Air ! Sûrement la meilleure nourriture qu’on puisse y trouver, dans un cadre tout aussi incroyable. Du petit déjeuner au dîner cet établissement saura vous régaler !
We first visited Mowies on Gilli Air in October 2023 and couldn’t wait to get back in March 2026. The accomodation has recently been renovated. The food is awesome. It was great to see some familiar staff still working there. Shout outs to:…We first visited Mowies on Gilli Air in October 2023 and couldn’t wait to get back in March 2026. The accomodation has recently been renovated. The food is awesome. It was great to see some familiar staff still working there. Shout outs to: Ali, Hari, Bali and Adi. Mowie’s must be doing something right to keep these excellent attentive, friendly and informative staff working for them. The sunsets from right in front of Mowies are amazing. Thanks for having us
Questo posticino è incantevole.
Ottima posizione e consigliato per vedere il tramonto!!!
Ottimo cibo per cena e personale davvero cordiale e gentile!
Siamo stati 3 giorni sull isola ed è stato il nostro appuntamento fisso per ammirare e per…Questo posticino è incantevole.
Ottima posizione e consigliato per vedere il tramonto!!!
Ottimo cibo per cena e personale davvero cordiale e gentile!
Siamo stati 3 giorni sull isola ed è stato il nostro appuntamento fisso per ammirare e perderci nel tramonto spettacolare che si vede da qui.
Consiglio di arrivare qui per le 17 per prendere i posti migliori sulla spiaggia.
Davvero consigliato!
Everything here is just perfect! The food is delicious, Cocktails are fancy, the staff very friendly and the sunbeds were for free. We came here several times and enjoyed our time at the beach. Highly recommended!!!
Wir haben sehr lecker da getrunken und gegessen. Super Platz um den Sonnenuntergang zu genießen. Preise eher schon auf europäischen Niveau, aber Bedienung sehr nett und der Service passt. Klare Empfehlung, wir kommen gerne wieder.
Went to Mowie’s for a sunset and dinner and were surprised by the views and the food. The restaurant is located right on the beach on the west side of the island - a perfect place to watch sunsets.
Food is another topic - we liked everythin…Went to Mowie’s for a sunset and dinner and were surprised by the views and the food. The restaurant is located right on the beach on the west side of the island - a perfect place to watch sunsets.
Food is another topic - we liked everything, fish, tuna bowl, and pasta, all were exceptionally good!
Thinking about coming back :)
Leckerstes Thunfisch-Steak!
Wir waren zum Abendessen hier und haben das Thunfisch Steak mit Kürbispüree gegessen. Der Preis war wirklich unschlagbar (ca.8€) und der Geschmack super!
Die Bar liegt direkt am Meer und man hat eine tolle Aussi…Leckerstes Thunfisch-Steak!
Wir waren zum Abendessen hier und haben das Thunfisch Steak mit Kürbispüree gegessen. Der Preis war wirklich unschlagbar (ca.8€) und der Geschmack super!
Die Bar liegt direkt am Meer und man hat eine tolle Aussicht.
We saw some of the most amazing sunsets on the island from here. Cocktails were too notch and both adults and kids enjoyed their meals here. Beautiful ambiance. We went a few times during our stay.
Het allerfijnste restaurant op het eiland! Het personeel is zo leuk en lief, ik voelde me helemaal welkom en op mijn gemak. Wat een fijne sfeer! Daarnaast is de kaart heerlijk- de hummus bowl is zeker aan te raden 🤍 Bedankt voor de fijne av…Het allerfijnste restaurant op het eiland! Het personeel is zo leuk en lief, ik voelde me helemaal welkom en op mijn gemak. Wat een fijne sfeer! Daarnaast is de kaart heerlijk- de hummus bowl is zeker aan te raden 🤍 Bedankt voor de fijne avond!
Had an amazing stay here! It was clean and absolutely beautiful. Everyone working there was so so kind and eager to help. We felt safe, taken care of and even pampered. The beach is quiet and the resturant is really high quality. I loved th…Had an amazing stay here! It was clean and absolutely beautiful. Everyone working there was so so kind and eager to help. We felt safe, taken care of and even pampered. The beach is quiet and the resturant is really high quality. I loved the breakfast that has unique options made to order instead of a sad buffet situation. If I ever make my way back to Gili I would stay here again for sure.
Absolument tout Parfait !!!
Emplacement génial plage magnifique pour le sunset et baignade
Personnel aux petits soins ( un grand merci à Aly en particulier d’une gentillesse extrême et un vrai sourire sincère ainsi que ses collègues tous ad…Absolument tout Parfait !!!
Emplacement génial plage magnifique pour le sunset et baignade
Personnel aux petits soins ( un grand merci à Aly en particulier d’une gentillesse extrême et un vrai sourire sincère ainsi que ses collègues tous adorables !!!)
Plats d’un rafinement incroyable et des saveurs que j’ai découvert !
Essayez le chou fleur croquettes c’est surprenant de recherche :)
On s’est sentis chouchoutés ici 🤗🙏✨
Et le bungalow superbe avec lit baldaquin romantique
Nous ne regrettons absolument pas d’avoir choisi ce lieu pour y dormir manger et petit dej
Notre seul regret, ne pas avoir pu y séjourner une 2eme nuit car complet !
Merci à vous pour ce savoir faire et savoir être , bravo !!!
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From our guests
What guests say about their stay.
Booking.com Reviews
8.9
(1,108)
Laurent
9
Très belle expérience sur une île magique.
😀L’hôtel est très bien situé et permet de profiter pleinement des couchers de soleil.
Restaurant de qualité permettant de déguster de bons petits plats typiques.…L’hôtel est très bien situé et permet de profiter pleinement des couchers de soleil.
Restaurant de qualité permettant de déguster de bons petits plats typiques.
Le personnel est charmant.
😀Chambre à l étage avec une vue sur la mer, très spacieuse avec son balcon. Belle piscine, propre, nettoyée tous les matins.
La cuisine est raffinée, le personne…Chambre à l étage avec une vue sur la mer, très spacieuse avec son balcon. Belle piscine, propre, nettoyée tous les matins.
La cuisine est raffinée, le personnel aux petits soins ; bel emplacement pour les couchés de soleil.
😀Loved everything about staying at mowies. Lovely little resort right on the beach, great food great location and comfy rooms. The staff are amazing and nothing…Loved everything about staying at mowies. Lovely little resort right on the beach, great food great location and comfy rooms. The staff are amazing and nothing is too much trouble for them!
😀It’s a beachfront hotel, with beautiful setting and room! The staff was friendly and very helpful, they helped me and my friend organise our transport from righ…It’s a beachfront hotel, with beautiful setting and room! The staff was friendly and very helpful, they helped me and my friend organise our transport from right at the hotel to the Lombok airport.
The restaurant has delicious and great quality food! It was just a beautiful stay in Gili Air! Will definitely come back again next time!
😀Absolutely loved my stay at Mowies on the Beach! The location is perfect – right on the beach and super peaceful, ideal if you want to relax and enjoy island li…Absolutely loved my stay at Mowies on the Beach! The location is perfect – right on the beach and super peaceful, ideal if you want to relax and enjoy island life.
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well maintained, and everything felt very well taken care of. The staff were genuinely kind and always helpful, which made the whole experience even better.
The food and drinks were excellent, and I also really appreciated the breakfast option for hotel guests – only 50,000 IDR, great value and a perfect way to start the day.
Such a special place – I would definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Gili Air!
😀Elle étais super bien place les bungalow sont incroyable et très confortable. Le mâche dans l’hôtel exceptionnel bon et le personelle tellement gentil et vous a…Elle étais super bien place les bungalow sont incroyable et très confortable. Le mâche dans l’hôtel exceptionnel bon et le personelle tellement gentil et vous aide avec tout votre demande. Les séjour la bas cette une expérience magnifique!!!!
😀Sehr sauber, sehr komfortabel und wirklich gutes Essen. Nach 6 Wochen Reise der perfekte Ort um mal durchzuatmen. Preis Leistung ist sehr fair, soweit ich das b…Sehr sauber, sehr komfortabel und wirklich gutes Essen. Nach 6 Wochen Reise der perfekte Ort um mal durchzuatmen. Preis Leistung ist sehr fair, soweit ich das beurteilen kann. Ich komm wieder!
Vriendelijk personeel, hele mooie accommodatie en rollend het strand op
😀Personeel is geweldig. Iedereen weet wie je bent. Dat je rollend naar het strand kan. Accommodatie is ook heel fijn. Bed ligt lekker en badkamer is fijn. Mooier…Personeel is geweldig. Iedereen weet wie je bent. Dat je rollend naar het strand kan. Accommodatie is ook heel fijn. Bed ligt lekker en badkamer is fijn. Mooier dan de plaatjes. Hele fijne vibe.
😀We had the best few days at mowies, everything was amazing from the staff to the food to the location. The room was beautiful and very comfortable, the hammock…We had the best few days at mowies, everything was amazing from the staff to the food to the location. The room was beautiful and very comfortable, the hammock and lounge area was perfect for lazy mornings and afternoon naps. The chic pool area was beautiful and always clean and tidy.
The beach was stunning and the outdoor dining area had everything we needed. Sunsets here are amazing!!!
The staff really are a credit to mowies, nothing was ever too much for them, they were always happy and polite, they organised trips for us, bought breakfast to our room, arranged an electric scooter and they even helped us out getting back to the boat with all our suitcases on the scooter. Shout out to Ali, Adi, Gusti, Beibe and Bali who really made our stay that much better with their amazing service.
We explored all of the island but we still found that Mowie’s had the best of everything. The best place to stay on Gili Air.
😀The location is great right on the beach and close to everything that you need on gili air. Room was spacious, clean and the shower was great. Overall very happ…The location is great right on the beach and close to everything that you need on gili air. Room was spacious, clean and the shower was great. Overall very happy. Staff were lovely. Cocktails were great quality as well as the food
😀One pf the most beautiful places in the island. Quiet, nice view, few steps from the sea:) We loved everything in this place: delicious food, friendly staff, co…One pf the most beautiful places in the island. Quiet, nice view, few steps from the sea:) We loved everything in this place: delicious food, friendly staff, cozy and nice vibe in the evening:)
Beautiful beachfront hotel with spacious rooms, delicious food, and incredibly friendly staff.
😀The property is beachfront, which makes the whole experience even more special. The rooms are spacious and beautifully designed, the food is absolutely deliciou…The property is beachfront, which makes the whole experience even more special. The rooms are spacious and beautifully designed, the food is absolutely delicious, and the staff are exceptionally helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!
😀L’hôtel est très bien situé et permet de profiter pleinement des couchers de soleil.
Restaurant de qualité permettant de déguster de bons petits plats typiques.…L’hôtel est très bien situé et permet de profiter pleinement des couchers de soleil.
Restaurant de qualité permettant de déguster de bons petits plats typiques.
Le personnel est charmant.
😀Chambre à l étage avec une vue sur la mer, très spacieuse avec son balcon. Belle piscine, propre, nettoyée tous les matins.
La cuisine est raffinée, le personne…Chambre à l étage avec une vue sur la mer, très spacieuse avec son balcon. Belle piscine, propre, nettoyée tous les matins.
La cuisine est raffinée, le personnel aux petits soins ; bel emplacement pour les couchés de soleil.
😀Loved everything about staying at mowies. Lovely little resort right on the beach, great food great location and comfy rooms. The staff are amazing and nothing…Loved everything about staying at mowies. Lovely little resort right on the beach, great food great location and comfy rooms. The staff are amazing and nothing is too much trouble for them!
😀It’s a beachfront hotel, with beautiful setting and room! The staff was friendly and very helpful, they helped me and my friend organise our transport from righ…It’s a beachfront hotel, with beautiful setting and room! The staff was friendly and very helpful, they helped me and my friend organise our transport from right at the hotel to the Lombok airport.
The restaurant has delicious and great quality food! It was just a beautiful stay in Gili Air! Will definitely come back again next time!
😀Absolutely loved my stay at Mowies on the Beach! The location is perfect – right on the beach and super peaceful, ideal if you want to relax and enjoy island li…Absolutely loved my stay at Mowies on the Beach! The location is perfect – right on the beach and super peaceful, ideal if you want to relax and enjoy island life.
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well maintained, and everything felt very well taken care of. The staff were genuinely kind and always helpful, which made the whole experience even better.
The food and drinks were excellent, and I also really appreciated the breakfast option for hotel guests – only 50,000 IDR, great value and a perfect way to start the day.
Such a special place – I would definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Gili Air!
😀Elle étais super bien place les bungalow sont incroyable et très confortable. Le mâche dans l’hôtel exceptionnel bon et le personelle tellement gentil et vous a…Elle étais super bien place les bungalow sont incroyable et très confortable. Le mâche dans l’hôtel exceptionnel bon et le personelle tellement gentil et vous aide avec tout votre demande. Les séjour la bas cette une expérience magnifique!!!!
😀Sehr sauber, sehr komfortabel und wirklich gutes Essen. Nach 6 Wochen Reise der perfekte Ort um mal durchzuatmen. Preis Leistung ist sehr fair, soweit ich das b…Sehr sauber, sehr komfortabel und wirklich gutes Essen. Nach 6 Wochen Reise der perfekte Ort um mal durchzuatmen. Preis Leistung ist sehr fair, soweit ich das beurteilen kann. Ich komm wieder!
Vriendelijk personeel, hele mooie accommodatie en rollend het strand op
😀Personeel is geweldig. Iedereen weet wie je bent. Dat je rollend naar het strand kan. Accommodatie is ook heel fijn. Bed ligt lekker en badkamer is fijn. Mooier…Personeel is geweldig. Iedereen weet wie je bent. Dat je rollend naar het strand kan. Accommodatie is ook heel fijn. Bed ligt lekker en badkamer is fijn. Mooier dan de plaatjes. Hele fijne vibe.
😀We had the best few days at mowies, everything was amazing from the staff to the food to the location. The room was beautiful and very comfortable, the hammock…We had the best few days at mowies, everything was amazing from the staff to the food to the location. The room was beautiful and very comfortable, the hammock and lounge area was perfect for lazy mornings and afternoon naps. The chic pool area was beautiful and always clean and tidy.
The beach was stunning and the outdoor dining area had everything we needed. Sunsets here are amazing!!!
The staff really are a credit to mowies, nothing was ever too much for them, they were always happy and polite, they organised trips for us, bought breakfast to our room, arranged an electric scooter and they even helped us out getting back to the boat with all our suitcases on the scooter. Shout out to Ali, Adi, Gusti, Beibe and Bali who really made our stay that much better with their amazing service.
We explored all of the island but we still found that Mowie’s had the best of everything. The best place to stay on Gili Air.
😀The location is great right on the beach and close to everything that you need on gili air. Room was spacious, clean and the shower was great. Overall very happ…The location is great right on the beach and close to everything that you need on gili air. Room was spacious, clean and the shower was great. Overall very happy. Staff were lovely. Cocktails were great quality as well as the food
😀One pf the most beautiful places in the island. Quiet, nice view, few steps from the sea:) We loved everything in this place: delicious food, friendly staff, co…One pf the most beautiful places in the island. Quiet, nice view, few steps from the sea:) We loved everything in this place: delicious food, friendly staff, cozy and nice vibe in the evening:)
Beautiful beachfront hotel with spacious rooms, delicious food, and incredibly friendly staff.
😀The property is beachfront, which makes the whole experience even more special. The rooms are spacious and beautifully designed, the food is absolutely deliciou…The property is beachfront, which makes the whole experience even more special. The rooms are spacious and beautifully designed, the food is absolutely delicious, and the staff are exceptionally helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!
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Before you pack
The things everyone wants to know.
Fly into Bali (DPS) or Lombok (LOP), then take a fast boat to Gili Air harbour. From Bali it's the fast boat from Padangbai, Serangan or Amed; about 2 to 2.5 hours. From Lombok it's a quick transfer from Bangsal harbour; 10 to 15 minutes on the water. From the harbour, we're a short walk or cidomo (horse-cart) ride away, and we can arrange pickup when you book.
Depends on what you're after. Trawangan is the lively one; bars, crowds, party energy. Meno is the tiny quiet one; beautiful but very little food or nightlife. Gili Air is the middle: quiet when you want it, a handful of good restaurants when you don't, and by far the best snorkelling and diving base of the three. Most people who've tried all three come back to Gili Air.
May to October is the dry season; bluer skies, calmer water, easier boat rides. June and September are the sweet spot: warm, dry, fewer crowds. November to March is still beautiful but brings afternoon rain and a little chop on the boats. Mowies is open year-round and the reef is fantastic any month.
Free daily breakfast, a welcome mocktail on arrival, VIP priority check-in, and your best rate; we match any OTA price. Plus a real human at the end of a WhatsApp message who knows the island, the boats, and the best dive guides by name.
Six bungalow types and eleven rooms in total, from 20 to 40 sqm. Cosy garden bungalows for budget stays, deluxe studios for honeymoons, a family room that sleeps four. All beachfront, all with air-con, Starlink Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping, and a private porch with something worth sitting on.
Snorkel the turtle reef off our beach, dive the Halik and Shark Point walls, island-hop to Meno and Trawangan, cycle the whole island in 90 minutes, yoga at sunrise, cocktails at sunset. We book everything at reception; no running around, no booking fees.
“Come for a few nights.
Leave planning the next trip back.”
Estate
Beachfront
Ocean views
Saltwater lagoon
Concierge
Activities
Snorkeling
Island hopping
Sunset rides
Dive trips
Dining
Beachfront cafe
Fresh seafood
Tropical cocktails
Vegan options
Comfort
Starlink Wi-Fi
Housekeeping
Room service
Airport pick-up
Mowies Gili Air
Gili Indah, Kec. Pemenang,
Lombok Utara, Nusa Tenggara Barat 83352
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The quiet side is waiting.
Barefoot on the sand. Turtles on the reef. Fresh fish on the grill.
A sunset with your name on it. Come find out why people keep coming
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