Riverside Guesthouse

We had a lovely stay here. Fadill arranged a 1 day trek for us, as well as transfers to and from Medan airport and porters to and from vehicle drop off point (around 10 minute walk to guesthouse). The trek by far exceeded our expectations, with us seeing around 7 orangutans (some with babies), one of which was a huge male. Everything provided and arranged by Fadill was efficient and reliable. Guesthouse is basic, with cold water and no ac, but you are in the jungle and for us it added to the authenticity of our stay.

This was a wonderful place to stay in a paradise- like location. It is small, family run ( Indonesian/ French couple and their son) and completely warm and welcoming. The building is newer and in an area of Bukit Lawang that is a bit further from the village proper, which we found relaxing ( everything is accessible on foot- it’s a small place!). Our hosts went above and beyond to show us around and make us feel welcomed. Fadill arranged an amazing jungle trek for us with a guide who was trained, knowledgeable, ethical and well- suited to be patient with my kids (13 and 9). Highly recommended.

I have spent 2 nights at the guesthouse. Marie and her husband are very friendly and welcoming. They are really dedicated to making your trip as good as possible. The house is located nearby many restaurants and grocery stores. Great view from the second balcony. The room is clean and comfortable, for a reasonable price. Breakfast was delicious. Highly recommended!

Marie and Padil made us feel like family. They are super kind and caring. We had some very nice and long chats with them. The room is spacious and clean with private bathroom and a cute terrace. They also have a beautiful rooftop where one can relax and observe the jungle and the cheeky makakes. Would definitely stay here again!

Although only staying for 1 night, we had a lovely stay at Riverside Guesthouse. The room is very spacious with a large bathroom and was super clean. The bed comes with a mosquito net which is great. The real stars of the show here though are both the views from the top floor and the lovely hosts, Marie and Fadill. Breakfast was delicious and very filling which was much needed for our jungle trek ahead. We would highly recommend staying here!

La guest-house est magnifiquement située, nous avions des chambres avec terrasse et hamac, pour profiter de la vue sur la colline couverte de jungle. La vue depuis le roof-top, depuis lequel vous prenez votre petit-déjeuner en regardant passer les singes, est de toute beauté. Si le confort des chambres est simple mais largement suffisant (mais pas d'eau chaude), l’accueil par Marie, son mari et leur fils est tellement sympa que vous avez l'impression d'être en famille. Il y a plein de restaurants et échoppe aux alentours et aussi la possibilité de faire laver le linge dans le voisinage, de même que les tours guidés pour aller voir les orang-outang. Ils peuvent aussi organiser le transports depuis et en direction de Medan.