Kuta Lombok · Indonesia
Pipes Hostel
Bed bug reports
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Confirmed Hostelworld
NB! I spotted bed bugs in several beds and when I told them they didn't take me seriously at all.. I got a new bed and then they let someone else sleep in the same bed without doing anything. No place to put your luggage, only against your bed, so pay close attention!
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Confirmed Google Maps
The vibe of this place is amazing with backpackers all over the world. Really sick skate bowl And movie nights that bring all the guests together. The only downside was we stayed in the private bungalow and there was bed bugs. Altogether though staff was super friendly and helpful. They let us use their printer and computer to make copies of our documents when we needed to make a visa run, even after we checked out. We ended up making friends and hanging out there even though we didn’t sleep there the whole time.
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Vibe Analysis
The skate bowl is the signature move at Pipes Hostel: it gives the place a real surf-and-skate pulse, and it works as more than decoration. Beginners can still feel comfortable giving it a go, while the pool, cafe, bar, kitchen, and big common areas keep the hangout energy rolling without turning the whole place into a full-throttle party hostel. This is a social Kuta Lombok base with a relaxed edge. The cafe and pool area make it easy to settle in for coffee, food, card games, work, or a lazy afternoon, and Friday barbecue nights are a strong part of the rhythm. The crowd can lean surfy, skater-ish, young, and long-stay, so the best fit is someone who wants an easy social scene with plenty of downtime rather than a polished hotel bubble. Rooms vary a lot. AC dorms tend to be the safer pick for comfort and privacy, with capsule-style beds or curtains in some setups. Fan-only dorms can be basic, hot, dark, close-packed, and light on privacy, though a few travelers find them totally workable. Staff are often warm and helpful, scooter rental is available, and the hostel can feel like a small community when the mix is right.
Signals to check
- The location is out of central Kuta; a scooter is close to essential unless long walks are your thing.
- Fan-only dorms may be hot, basic, noisy, and short on privacy. Choose an AC dorm if sleep comfort matters.
- Bathrooms and showers can be inconsistent, with cold water, wet combined toilet-shower rooms, or limited availability at busy times.
- The social scene can feel cliquey when long-stay groups dominate, especially for short solo visits.