Gili Trawangan · Indonesia

Mad Monkey Gili Trawangan

Good vibes, bad bugs

92% Bed bugs detected

High confidence 3,404 reviews

5th best in Gili Trawangan

English 59% German 10% French 6%

Bed bug reports 4 recent reports

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Vibe Analysis

Mad Monkey Gili Trawangan is a social, party-heavy hostel on the quieter side of Gili Trawangan, close to the beach and sunset views. It has a pool, bar, volleyball, beer pong, foam parties, and organized activities. Room quality varies. Dorms and private options exist, but the tent and safari rooms can be tiny, hot, and noisy. Bathrooms and showers can be rough around the edges, and Wi-Fi can be unreliable. The food and drinks are mixed but usable, and the place can feel very lively. The tradeoff is noise: music, games, and events can run late, and the walk or bike ride to the harbor side takes time.

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It is far from the harbor and the busier nightlife strip. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 14, 2026
Music, games, and events can be loud late into the night. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 14, 2026
Tent and safari rooms can be cramped, hot, and noisy. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 14, 2026
Bathrooms and showers can be rough around the edges. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 14, 2026
Wi-Fi can be unreliable, and lockers may need a separate lock. 3 mentions Last mentioned May 14, 2026

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Facilities

🏊 Swimming Pool 🅿️ Free Parking 🌿 Garden 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe

Other facilities (27)

Bicycle Parking Adaptors Luggage Storage Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Restaurant Meals Available Filtered Water Dispenser Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Ceiling Fan Charging Plugs Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Luggage Storage Nightclub Wi-Fi Smart TV Flexible NRR CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Smoke Detector Social Balcony

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