The Penida Project

Nusa Penida · Indonesia

The Penida Project

HostelPunk Score
91% VERY GOOD
High confidence 796 reviews
Best in Nusa Penida 3rd best in Indonesia

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Facilities

🏊 Swimming Pool 🅿️ Parking 🅿️ Free Parking 🌿 Garden 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe
Other facilities (21)
Luggage Storage Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Board Games Pool Table Wi-Fi Restaurant Meals Available Filtered Water Dispenser Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Charging Plugs Free WiFi Free Internet Access Adaptors 24 Hour Security Safe Deposit Box Panoramic Views

Prices

Dorms $9 / night

HW prices from today

Recent reviews

England FEMALE 18-24 Apr 27, 2026 Atm 100%

This place was the perfect solace on Nusa Penida! A perfect balance of getting away from the busier parts of the island whilst also being sociable and fun. Some of the activities weren’t running whilst I was there but was absolutely made up for by how lovely the staff and reps were! Although a little isolated from the town, you can easily get into town by taxi or renting a bike and the restaurant attached to the hostel is superb. Top spot in Nusa Penida!!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼

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USA MALE 31-40 Apr 24, 2026 Atm 100%

Nice escape with great food and good staff. Everything was clean. Met some great folks here

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India MALE 25-30 Apr 20, 2026 Atm 100%

Best place to spend your mean time. And the people over there is so friendly and resourceful. You can ask any thing at anytime. You will get it.

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Pakistan MALE 25-30 Apr 18, 2026 Atm 100%

Had a really good experience

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Netherlands FEMALE 18-24 Apr 17, 2026 Atm 100%

Had a really great time with a lot of sweet people!!

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USA MALE 25-30 Apr 15, 2026 Atm 100%

Olaf is the man and super chill hostel great for relaxing with convenient car / motor taxi’s to sightsee around the island

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Australia FEMALE 25-30 Apr 15, 2026 Atm 100%

This hostel is honestly such an oasis. If you’re even thinking about booking, just do it. From the moment you arrive, the staff and reps make you feel so welcome. A special mention to Olaf, who is an absolute gem. There’s also the sweetest dog, Tequila! The food is genuinely great, everything is kept super clean, the dorm beds are cozy and private, and there’s always a nice, easygoing crowd. Great location, short scooter ride anywhere, and they make organising tours super simple!

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Wales MALE 18-24 Apr 12, 2026 Atm 80%

Very chill hostel, great facilities and the food was amazing! Staff were all so friendly and helpful especially Olaf who was so welcoming and funny!

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Ireland FEMALE 18-24 Apr 12, 2026 Atm 100%

Had a wonderful stay at penida project would highly recommend, lovely staff, amazing food & Olaf was an amazing host!!

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Pakistan MALE 31-40 Apr 11, 2026 Atm 100%

Had a great stay at Penida Project—super social, clean, and well-designed. Olaf, the rep, was amazing and made everyone feel welcome. Definitely recommend for a fun and friendly vibe on the island.

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Germany MALE 18-24 Apr 10, 2026 Atm 100%

Hostel was great! Stuff extremely welcoming, especially Olaf! Food really good and the bed’s comfortable

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Netherlands MALE 25-30 Apr 9, 2026 Atm 100%

I had the absolute best time at The Penida Project! It’s tucked away in a lush jungle setting which makes it feel like a real escape, but the community vibe is what makes it special. The staff (huge shoutout to the reps!) really go out of their way to make you feel like family. They have a ton of fun activities they organise during the week like family dinners, movie nights, and the Saturday jungle party. It’s the perfect place if you’re traveling solo and want to meet people without it be...

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England FEMALE 18-24 Apr 8, 2026 Atm 100%

Absolutely fantastic hostel hidden away a bit in the beautiful Nusa Penida. Really lovely vibes and super friendly staff - free yoga and boxing classes were a plus! As well as their volunteers such as Olaf who was great too :) Will definitely stay here again when next on the island!

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England FEMALE 25-30 Apr 6, 2026 Atm 40%

The staff are so lovely here but I really don’t enjoy my stay - the location for me is the main reason. You’re isolated and have to rely on very expensive taxis to get around. The taxis stop at 10 so you can’t stay out late. You can’t walk anywhere for coffee etc. Jungle, so bugs are expected but I did find there to be alot around especially dead on the floor. You have to walk down steps and across the pool area to go to the bathroom. Beds are comfy and staff are nice but wouldn’t stay...

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Indonesia FEMALE 31-40 Apr 2, 2026 Atm 100%

From the moment u arrived from the harbor, the hostel already would offer to take care of arrivals, activities, bike rental etc. it’s located Just 15min from harbor! Everything is clean, safe and quiet/chill, island jungle vibes. Toilet, main area, swimming pool, they’re well maintained and clean. I work online n the restaurant area is so chill and comfy to work online too. internet speed is reliable. Furnitures and beds look new, comfy and clean. AC is always working. Even though it’s ...

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Netherlands FEMALE 25-30 Apr 1, 2026 Atm 100%

Super fijn hostel! Sociaal, elke avond leuke activiteiten en ze helpen je goed met vervoer en tours regelen. Goede keuken met lekker ontbijt, diner en drankjes en heel lief personeel en vrijwilligers (bedankt Nele!!)! Ook was het schoon, het zwembad heel chill en waren de kamers fijn.

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

Incredible Hostel vibes with nice people around. Staff is also super cute & always there to help. Nice location in the jungle & nice activities every day. Shout out to Nele who believed in this review long before I did 🙏🏻🫶🏼

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Switzerland FEMALE 25-30 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

Nice hostel!! I dont know if i like the dogs or volunteers more! Nele, Maria&Nadia are just doing a great job:) i felt really included since i arrived and i highly recommend staying there!

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England MALE 25-30 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 100%

I had the best time at this hostel! It’s located in the jungle and had a great calm chilled feel during the week. By the weekend and full moons they throw big parties that everyone attends. It was super social and felt like a family by the time I left. Nele the rep was absolutely incredible - she really made my birthday so special with so many surprises over the day!! I’ve never had happy birthday sung to me so many times by everyone. Thank you so much Nele! You’re the best☺️

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England FEMALE 25-30 Mar 30, 2026 Atm 60%

The staff were so lovely, friendly and helpful - when our air con broke, they rushed to fix it asap! Location is very isolated which can be peaceful (also lots of bugs and difficult to get around island without a bike). Not much going on in terms of social activities so a very quiet stay.

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