Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café
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Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café

Jl. Sumatera No.44 A Tode-Kisar, Kupang 85229 Indonesia
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#1 of 1 hostel in Kupang
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.9 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Lavalon SeaView Hostel and Cafe is the number one place in Kupang for travelers. The only locally owned accommodation, we are perfectly located right on the seafront but also in the heart of the city with an ATM conveniently just across the road. We offer a range of well-priced modern, newly built rooms from a sea view double with hot shower to a single and dormitory room. We even have a Mexican net hammock overlooking the beach for the budget backpacker or if you prefer, you can pitch a tent for free! Our rooms are well maintained, clean and all have fans and air conditioning. Room rate includes a breakfast of a fresh banana pancake with homemade caramel sauce/ honey or an omelette. Cafetiere coffee and tea is also provided. We have very fast unlimited free WiFi for your use. Laptops and an i-pad, printer and a scanner are also available free of charge. Relax in our bar and restaurant serving a mixture of Western and traditional Indonesian dishes. Guests love our secret homemade burger recipe. Or come after dark and look at the moonlight over the water with a cold Bintang or spirit. Mix with other travelers, locals and expats in our relaxed bar. Other services include a laundry, book swap, motor bike and car rental, bookings for onward travel such as airplane tickets and shuttle buses Tour Guide and anything else we can help you with! For tourist information, good food and quality accommodation, come to Lavalon!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Beach
Car hire
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
24-hour check-in
Parking
Restaurant
Taxi service
Laundry service
Washing machine
Room features
Air conditioning
Seating area
Bath / shower
Room types
Ocean view
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HOTEL STYLE
Budget
Charming
Languages Spoken
English

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Maree C wrote a review Sept 2021
Melbourne, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Lavalon is the original hostel in Kupang and still the best. The room is light, airy, clean with a large and comfy bed, window overlooking the water and excellent water pressure in the very clean shower. Option for AC or fan, we chose fan as the sea breeze is more than enough.
Breakfast is coffee and an omelet, but not the typical thimble of coffee and tired omelet found in most places, Edwin cooks a delicious, fresh omelet and the coffee in a mug (yes a real, big mug!) makes for a perfect start to the day. There is a book exchange library for those old school who like a hard copy book.

Edwin the owner has a wealth of knowledge of things to do in and around Kupang, and can arrange motor bike rental, help with boat tickets etc.

The location is excellent, close to Lippo mall, (IDR 3000 on a bemo or 5-10,000 with Grab). Old town and the night market are a short walk away, making this the perfect location for a stay in Kupang.

While this is a budget backpackers and we've paid more to stay in other places throughout NTT and Indonesia, we've never been as satisfied as we are with Lavalon. With booking.com and other online travel agents offering "cheap" rooms usually all you get is a room, but at Lavalon you get the room plus the all the services a visitor to Kupang needs included in the price. (And dont forget the mug of coffee in the morning!)

A must stay for anyone visiting Kupang, a place to recharge, relax and get the latest travel info and boat schedules.

I highly recommend Lavalon Seaview Hostel

Maree
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Date of stay: September 2021
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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petrr wrote a review Apr 2024
Flores, Indonesia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Edwin is a sympathetic man who has many contacts. He ensures that you get the right and nice contacts for all kinds of excursions in Timor, Timor Leste, Alor, Rote and Sumba, among others. He knows a lot about that. He also knows good low-budget hotels in those places and knows how to arrange transport. You can rent a Sepeda motorbike from him.
Lavalon Seaview is beautifully located, within walking distance of the center and very close to the Pasar Malam Seafood.
The rooms with air conditioning/fan and shower/toilet are clean and well priced.
Edwin makes the tastiest pancakes for breakfast.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Likke L wrote a review Oct 2020
5.0 of 5 bubbles
During pandemic time Lavalon is still welcoming guests with charming and generosity.

Edwin, the owner is doing a lot of effort to assure that his guest feel safe and clean without losing their comfort, like installing automatic system for washing hand with sensor. We've been traveling around in Indonesia during pandemic time and Lavalon is surely one of the hotel/guest house which provides such kind of automatic system. Rooms are air-conditioned, also with ceiling fan, hot water is really hot, bed is very comfortable with clean cotton sheets.

Lavalon can also provide great home-made fresh meals and juice, like squids in green sauce, grilled fish, etc. His mango juice is so tasty, fresh and light without adding extra sugar. As backpackers, we feel comfortable, welcomed and secure during our stay in Lavalon Kupang.
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Margarida M wrote a review Aug 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I was in kupang only as transit, but ended up staying one more night and now i always transit im Kupang and stay at Lavalon! Such good price quality!! It feels amazing to wake up with the sound of the waves and a delicious pankake made by Edwin! Edwin is super nice, a great host and amazing cook - loved the squid and the fish, moringa soup, the heart of banana and the omelettes! He knows all the best deals and gives great advice on things to do in indonesia, he even helps booking for us! The room is cozy and clean with hot shower. I never had to turn on the air con, the fan is perfectly enough and you can feel the breeze from the sea.
Hope to come back more times for a calm stay with a nice beer and conversation! Terima kasih!
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Slowtravel1 wrote a review Aug 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed at Lavalon for two nights and loved the place. The corner room has tremendous views to the sea. The hot shower has been the best for the last 3 months in East and West Timor. The breakfast was delicious. And we really enjoyed the company of the other travellers this place attracted. Thank you very much for your hospitality and all the information you gave us, Edwin. If we come to Kupang again, we will definitely stay at Lavalon again.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Jane knight wrote a review Oct 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Best location for exploring the night market .Right on the seafront. The host was fascinating with many stories and the breakfast was a tasty omelette and great coffee. Don’t stay in a soulless hotel stay here and support the locals as Edwin is saving up for aircon! The room had a nice sea view and a good cooling ceiling fan. Plus a book exchange all for a bargain price 😀
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Jrondelle wrote a review Mar 2024
Batu Caves, Malaysia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Kupang is a wild and sometimes annoying city, so you need a safe haven for your peace at mind and heart. Lavalon provides all this. Nicely located with a view to the beach, you hear all night and day ocean waves (and only a few motorbikes). Edwin is a careing host, good breakfast cook and answers all your questions. Although Covid and natural desasters have hit Lavalon hard, it is a great place to start the tour around Timor. Best of luck for a full recovery, Lavalon!
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Date of stay: March 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Micah K wrote a review July 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We had a wonderful stay at Lavalon! Edwin filled our days with incredible stories and delicious food. Hands down the best breakfast omelette in Indonesia. For dinner, the squid is (or should) also be world famous. He was full of helpful tips and recommendations to explore Kupang and Timor. The room had great views of the beach and the location was very convenient. Can’t recommend highly enough!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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kate s wrote a review Feb 2020
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Ive been staying at lavalon for the past 8 years now and love it here. Edwin Lerrick and the local lads are always willing to answer any of my dumb questions they must have heard a thousand times.
It is close to the night market which I would strongly recommend for the food and out right experience. If your knackered you can grab a meal here too.. I like the burger its such a novelty to eat a burger in kupang (im so white ha ha)there are a few places to relax and get away from the crowd or sit at the table of knowledge and tell some tales true or not over a cold beer.
I have stayed in a few places over the years and lavalon is hands down the best rooms in kupang clean clean clean. I stay in the seaview rooms but the budget accommodation is perfect for those trying to keep the rupiah in there back pocket come in sit chill talk
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Alor Andy wrote a review Sept 2021
London
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We always try to stay here because of the location, owner and the current travel info supplied by Edwin. You can get a bright airy sea view room and nice breakfast. There is also a dorm. Another advantage over Kupangs other hotels is a chance to meet travellers, rent a motorbike or ask for assistance with travel info, visa extension or what ever else you need.
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Answer from PHIL
Paris, France111 contributions57 helpful votes
Just get a cab and tell the driver to go to Lavalon; they all know ! In case jalan Sumatra:-)
Answer from Michel S
Bratislava, Slovakia19 contributions15 helpful votes
Hey, I have owner's number: +62 812 3770 533, his name is Edwin. Greet him from me, try the food he cooks and have a nice stay :)
Franzi M wrote a tip Mar 2020
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The biggest room has a great ocean view"
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Kym M wrote a tip Oct 2019
Dili, Timor-Leste22 contributions5 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Private room has the best views"
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rocketbarkley wrote a tip Mar 2018
Grants Pass, Oregon1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The honeymoon suite is a very rare treat with corner views of the bay."
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si-1990 wrote a tip Jan 2018
London, UK3 contributions4 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Double room with excellent sea views from the window."
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RangaDanga J wrote a tip Oct 2017
Essaouira, Morocco12 contributions3 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Take the room with the seaview, with western style toilet and hot shower, and air-conditioning."
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LOCATION
IndonesiaEast Nusa TenggaraWest TimorKupang
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café
Which popular attractions are close to Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café?
Nearby attractions include Kampung Solor (0.4 km), Pasir Panjang Beach (3.3 km), and Kupang Beach (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café?
Conveniently located restaurants include Beer & Barrel Kitchen n' Lounge, La Moringa Kupang Ntt, and Taman Laut Handayani.
Are any cleaning services offered at Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café?
Yes, laundry service and a washing machine are offered to guests.
Does Lavalon SeaView Hostel & Café have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
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