Mango Lodge sits on a hill above Selong Belanak village, giving it a vantage point over the surrounding rice paddies that sets it apart from the beachfront guesthouses lining the bay road below. The property combines hotel accommodation with the Mango Rooftop restaurant and bar, making it an option for guests who want their base to double as an evening destination.
Mango Rooftop
The rooftop restaurant and bar is the property's signature feature. Positioned to take advantage of the hilltop elevation, it looks out over rice paddies — a view that is particularly rewarding in the late afternoon and at sunset, when the light catches the terraces. The rooftop operates from 07:00 to 22:00, covering breakfast, lunch and dinner for guests and non-guests alike. For visitors not staying at Mango Lodge, the rooftop is worth a visit independently for the position alone.
The setting
Selong Belanak's interior is a patchwork of rice fields and low hills, and Mango Lodge makes use of that topography rather than competing with the beachfront properties for proximity to the water. The beach itself is a short ride down the hill — Selong Belanak's broad, white-sand bay is one of the most beginner-friendly surf beaches on Lombok's south coast, and the village has a good range of surf schools and cafés within walking distance of the shore. Further information is available at mangolodgelombok.com.
Who it suits
Mango Lodge suits mid-range travellers who value views and atmosphere over beachfront positioning, and anyone looking for an accommodation option that comes with a rooftop bar worth returning to in the evenings.