Plan your trip
Check availability
Send Yudi your dates and he will confirm your room. You pay after your stay.
Ask Yudi about your dates
Send your dates, number of guests and the room you like, and Yudi will confirm availability and rates. No payment until after your stay.
Getting here
40 minutes from Banda Aceh airport
We're the closest place to stay to the surf points in Lhoknga village, minutes' walk from the beach. We can arrange a taxi to and from the airport.
- 1Fly to Kuala Lumpur, Medan or JakartaDirect flights to KL from Europe, Australia and across Asia. From Singapore, fly via Medan or KL.
- 2Connect to Banda AcehFrom KL with Air Asia or Super Air Jet (just over an hour), or from Medan, Jakarta or Bali with Garuda, Lion Air, Batik or Citilink.
- 340-minute drive to LhokngaVisa on arrival is available at the airport. Extensions are handled at the Immigration office in Banda Aceh.
Good to know
Can we change money once we arrive in Lhoknga?
Change money at a bank or money changer at the airport (after you leave the arrivals hall) or in Banda Aceh — not in Lhoknga village. There are ATMs at the airport, on the way to Lhoknga and in Banda Aceh. The village ATM doesn't accept all cards and only allows 500,000 IDR per withdrawal.
When do I pay?
To confirm your booking, Yudi will ask for a deposit to secure your room. The remaining balance is settled at the end of your stay.
What is the local religion?
The vast majority of Acehnese people are Muslim, and Aceh is the only province in Indonesia where Islamic law is applied. Each village has its own mosque, and you're likely to see local festivals and celebrations, especially during the fasting month.
Is English widely spoken?
Not widely in the village, but people you meet in Lhoknga will have basic English and are very friendly. A little Bahasa Indonesia goes a long way — and we can arrange an English-speaking guide.
Can I extend my visa?
Yes — the Immigration office in Banda Aceh handles extensions.
House rules
Yudi's Place is peaceful and relaxing, and we'd like to keep it that way. Guests who break the rules may be asked to leave without a refund.
- No smoking in bedrooms, or outside other guests' rooms
- No cigarette butts in the garden or plant pots
- No mosquito coils in bedrooms
- No drugs, and no drunken behaviour
- No loud music or movies, day or night
About us
“We can't wait for you to visit our beautiful slice of paradise.”
Yudi Andika, Owner
If you're looking for a peaceful, comfortable and hospitable place to stay, Yudi's Place is for you. We're a friendly, family-run homestay with a team of local staff who go out of their way to make guests feel welcome.