Event
Live Reggae Night
Live band on the beach from 8pm. Cold drinks, BBQ grill and good vibes under the stars.
Gili Air, Indonesia · since 2013
Where island life slows right down
Serene beachfront cottages by day, a live-music beach bar by night. A special gem in paradise, over a decade in the making.
4.0 · 183 reviews
Beachfront on Gili Air
Live music under the stars
Welcome
A vibe you'll want to linger in
Tucked away on the shores of Gili Air, Salim Cottage blends cosy cottages, a laid-back bar and a welcoming restaurant into one easygoing escape. Mornings start with ocean breeze and quiet moments; evenings flow into good food, chilled drinks and live music under the stars. It is not just a place to stay, it is a vibe you'll want to linger in.
The Stay
Cottages by the sea
Garden, pool-view and traditional Joglo cottages a few barefoot steps from the water. Slow mornings, private decks, a pool to cool off in.
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The Bar
Raja Bar & Restaurant
Local and international plates, signature cocktails, nightly grills and live reggae under the stars. The beach bar that became an institution.
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Events & offers
Everything a slow island day needs
Beachfront pool & jacuzzi
Beach restaurant
Live reggae nights
Spa & yoga
Snorkelling & diving
Free harbour shuttle
The real Gili Air
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Loved by guests
4.0★ over 183 reviews
Ranked among the top places to stay on Gili Air, with over a decade of easygoing island welcomes.
★★★★★Great snorkelling right out the front, and a lovely drift down to Scalliwags. We saw turtles and sea snakes.
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★★★★☆The room was large for the price and had its own deck, with three choices of breakfast. The Raja Bar has good quality food.
TripAdvisor review
★★★★★A special gem in paradise. Easygoing days by the water and live music in the evening. Exactly the Gili Air we hoped for.
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Getting here
Easy to reach, far from the ruckus
Gili Air is the closest of the three Gilis to Lombok, with no cars or motorbikes. Just the sound of the sea and the clip of a horse-cart.
Ready for your Gili Air escape?
Tell us your dates and we'll take care of the rest, from your cottage to your harbour pickup. We usually reply within a day.