A simple, welcoming bunk in a traditional natangura-roofed bungalow on beautiful Malo Island. The dormitory is perfect for solo travellers looking for an authentic, locally-run stay without the fuss. You'll arrive to a fresh neck garland and leave well-fed, with three home-cooked meals included each day, many ingredients pulled straight from the garden.
Highlights
Traditional natangura roof bungalow dorm
All meals included in the price
Garden-fresh salad grown on-site
Welcomed with a local neck garland
Malo Blue Hole just 3 km away
Booking Confidence
Only 8% Deposit
Pay the rest later or on the day
Charity Donation Included
Supporting local communities
Room Amenities
Traditional natangura-roofed bungalows with a shared bathroom, verandah, and daily housekeeping on beautiful Malo Island.
Toilet Paper
Towels
Shared bathrooms
Toilet
Shower
Free Toiletries
Patio
Daily Housekeeping
Beds & Sleeping Arrangements
3 Single
Beds
97 × 191 cmEach Single bed sleeps 1 person
Total Room Capacity: 3 Guests
Property Facilities
Simple, traditional bungalows with traditionally woven roofs, home-cooked meals, and a warm welcome from your local hosts.
Free breakfast
Laundry Service
Convenience shop
Daily housekeeping
Wharf Transfers
Guided Tours
Meal Service
Non-smoking room
Limited accessibility
Room service not available
Minimum stay: 1 night
Property Details
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