Sabang Airport Hotel

Pulau Weh’s tourist infrastructure is compact: the “town” area around central Sabang is small. Most visitors stay either in this gateway area or at beachside resorts/villages. Here is our overview of what to expect from Sabang airport hotels and beyond.

The Hawk’s Nest Resort typifies the mid-range, family-run resorts that double as dive bases and offer a relaxed seaside atmosphere.

Accommodation Around Airport And Town

• Close to airport/town centre (gateway zone): Simple guesthouses, budget inns and a few mid-range hotels. These are practical if you’re arriving late, need a short transfer, or prefer quick access to the shops and the ferry/port area. Many are family run; expect basic rooms, modest breakfast, and easy access to minibuses/taxis. (Example: RedDoorz-style budget guesthouses that target low-cost travellers – see below.)
• Beachside resorts and dive lodges (Gapang/Iboih/Sumur Tiga): 20–60 minutes’ drive from the ferry/central Sabang depending on where you go. Here you’ll find the island’s character: beachfront bungalows, small resorts, dive centres and homestays. Facilities range from bare-bones bungalows with shared facilities to proper resort rooms with restaurants, dive trips and boat transfer services. (Examples: Hawk’s Nest, Yulia, Panorama Seulako – see below.)
• Higher end / boutique / private villas: Fewer and further between than on bigger Indonesian islands; when present they’re small, often run by dive operators or independent hosts rather than international chains. Expect quieter properties with strong local hospitality rather than luxury hotel polish.

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What Each Class Gives You

Budget Guesthouses/Losmen

• Closest to the airport and town.
• Rooms: Small, clean, fan or single AC rooms, private or shared bathroom in some cases.
• Service: Friendly, basic front-desk service; limited English at smaller places.
• Who they suit: Overnighting on arrival/departure, solo travellers, cheap stays between dives.
• Price ballpark: Roughly IDR 150k–350k/night (≈ USD $10–22) for simple private rooms — very approximate because rates fluctuate with season.

Comfortable Mid-Range

• Family resorts/small hotels.
• Rooms: Private bathrooms, AC, in-house restaurant, sometimes a pool or beach access. Many offer dive/snorkel trips, boat transfers and tours.
• Who they suit: Couples, small groups, travellers who want comfort without luxury.
• Price ballpark: Roughly IDR 400k–1,000k/night (≈ USD $25–65), depending on room type and whether meals/boat trips are included.

Dive Lodges/Boutique Beachfront Resorts

• Rooms and extras: Bungalow style, direct beach access, on-site dive operators, equipment storage, boat trips to Rubiah and dive sites. Personalized service — they’ll help with dive packages and transfers.
• Who they suit: Divers, snorkellers and anyone wanting that “island resort” feel.
• Price ballpark: IDR 700k–1,800k+ (≈ USD $45–$120+) per night for higher-comfort beachfront bungalows or dive-resort packages (season and inclusion of dives change the amounts).

Homestays/Budget Bungalows At Iboih And Gapang

• Very local, social; great value if you want simple beachfront living. Often cheaper in low season but can fill at weekends/holidays.

Arrival And Transfers

• Proximity: Maimun Saleh Airport is small and located in Sabang; the island is compact so transfers to town or nearby beaches are generally short (but time varies by destination — Iboih and Gapang are further and can be 30–60 minutes from the ferry/central area depending on traffic and your driver). There is no scheduled public bus network. If you arrive by air you’ll usually get a short taxi/ojek (motorbike taxi) ride to central Sabang; if you arrive by ferry you’ll disembark at Balohan and then move on by taxi/driver.
• Booking transfers: Many resorts (especially the mid-range/dive lodges) will help arrange collections and boat trips. If you’re staying in town, short taxi rides are the norm. Expect to be approached by drivers at arrival points — agree price before you go.

Practical Tips For Where To Stay

• For convenience and quick turnarounds (early flights, ferry connections): stay near Sabang town/airport. Good for arrival/departure nights.
• If your priority is diving, snorkelling or beach relaxation: choose Iboih/Gapang resorts — you’ll swap a little transfer time for direct beach and dive access.
• Book ahead on local long weekends: the island fills on Indonesian long weekends and some weekends — small properties have limited rooms. Weekdays and low season give better last-minute availability.
• Expect island service rhythms: things run at island pace — power/water are usually fine but luxury hotel-level extras are rare. The hospitality is overwhelmingly local and friendly.

Checklist For Booking Sabang Hotels

• Decide: convenience (town/airport) vs experience (Iboih/Gapang beachfront).
• Check whether the hotel offers transfers or dive trip packages if diving/snorkelling is your aim.
• Confirm whether your booking includes breakfast or meals — many smaller resorts’ on-site restaurants are a real convenience.
• Bring cash for small purchases and local transport; some smaller properties don’t take international cards reliably.
• Read recent guest reviews (last 6–12 months) for up-to-date reports on service and any seasonal issues.