Gili Trawangan is the largest and most developed of the three Gili Islands, known for its beachfront accommodation that places you steps from the sand. Most hotels here are concentrated along the eastern and western shores, offering direct access to snorkeling, diving, and sunset views. Budgets range from around $50 per night for basic rooms to $150+ for resorts with private pools and spas. The island has no motorized traffic, so getting around is by bicycle or horse-drawn cart.
Top-rated beachfront options include Vila Ombak, a resort with a large outdoor pool, beachfront restaurant, and Indonesian-style rooms overlooking Mount Rinjani. Villa Almarik Resort scores Superb (90) and offers a spa, dive center, and free WiFi. For families, Ombak Sunset provides Balinese-style bungalows just 10 meters from the beach. Pearl of Trawangan features a swim-up pool bar and two outdoor pools. Eco-conscious travelers can choose Gili Eco Villas, which uses recycled teak wood and has glass-bottom boat tours.