We went to Batu Karas to attend our daughter's wedding. The hotel was like an oasis and lives up to one of the best hotels in Indonesia. The staff were delightful - not full on English but friendly and very obliging. Mixed well with like minded fellow guests. "Difficult" to get there (roads atrocious) but well worth it once you... More

This is a nice little hotel in Batu Karas, the best one in the area. The staffs are very helpful. I stayed there for 2 nights. The location is exactly in front of the beach and one of the night we enjoyed a lovely night by the beach and the hotel staff helped us to make bonfire. It was unforgettable.

I had a two week stay at this great little hotel. The staff were wonderful, nothing was too much trouble and they were always smiling. The breakfasts are good but I particularly like the way the hotel encourages you to eat and spend in the village instead. The surf was very mellow, small but fun. The village is very laidback... More

We stayed there for only two nights. We did not want to leave. Iman the manager and all the staff were amazing. Indonesia does not typically put much energy into service. This place is an exception. We wish that we had spent more of our time at java cove.

Itsbeen said many times...excellent. we had e3 night stay and after the trip to get there, it was an oasis. Hot and cold running everything! Appreciate how the hotel supports the local villages economy (warung, restos, masseuse, scooters etc). Love it, just not the road there! R&K ps. Take private car on offer... Train buys and local car is difficult...

I've just returned from an 8 day surf holiday at the Java cove hotel, the staff are attentive friendly and the service cannot be faulted. The new pool and top deck are perfect for relaxing after a day of surfing. I have only one criticism and that is it needs more shade around the pool, but I understand they are... More

My friend and I have just returned from a 7 night boys surfing trip staying at Java Cove. It was everything we expected and hoped it would be. First of all we were picked up at Bandung and headed off for what turned out to be a 7.5 hr van ride (including a lunch stop over and photo stops). People... More

Stayed for 5 nights Feb 2013. Won't repeat what others say. This place is great. Our concern was the website which said they recommend eating at local. basic, warungs. To us, 'basic' meant really, really basic - almost street vendor style. Happily, the warungs are clean, and have good food. Don't expect tablecloths, but they're clean, pleasant beach restaurants with... More

We stayed at Java Cove in Batu Karas from 26th Feb, 13 to 8th March, 13 as part of our Honeymoon Trip. Firstly, I have to say the Hotel is well appointed amongst the beautiful beach and exrtemely comfortable. The Staff deserve a special mention as from the beginning right through to our last day, they were very attentive and... More