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Surfer carving a turquoise wave below jungle-covered mountains at Lhoknga

Lhoknga · Aceh · Sumatra

Living the dream, minutes from the reef.

A small, friendly, family-run homestay between white-sand beaches and jungle-covered mountains. Five surf breaks on the doorstep.

1 minWalk to the reef break and kitesurfing bay
5 breaksFrom mellow reef to heavy barrels
Nov–AprWinds mostly offshore
40 minDrive from Banda Aceh airport

The best homestay in Aceh

A truly surfers' paradise, run by family.

Stay in one of our comfortable rooms, each overlooking a private, secluded garden. Every room is en suite with a Western toilet, sink and shower. Most sleep two, and our family House sleeps four.

Between surfs, snooze in the garden pondok, rock in a hammock, or grab a meal and a proper espresso at Yudi's Place Cafe.

  • En-suite rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site cafe
  • Surf lessons & board hire
  • Airport taxi
  • Motorbike hire
Wooden cottages and garden pondok on the lawn at Yudi's Place Shady tropical garden between the rooms Guests relaxing at the cafe counter

Rest & relax

Clean, comfortable rooms

Compare all rooms
Riverside Room Riverside Room Air-con · River views · Boat to the reef Cottage Room Cottage Room Double bed · Air-con · Private terrace The House The House Sleeps 4 · Air-con · Garden terrace Deluxe Room Deluxe Room Air-con · Twin or double · Garden view
Surfer deep in a green barrel

Aceh's finest surf breaks

Surf all day long

A rippling long left-hander and a barrelling A-frame are minutes from your door. Lessons can be arranged whenever suits, with boards for every ability.

  • The LeftBeginner – Advanced
  • The PeakIntermediate – Advanced
  • Lampuuk RightBeginner – Intermediate
  • Cement Factory BeachesBeginner – Advanced
  • CemaraAdvanced
Explore the waves Lessons & board hire

Yudi's Place Cafe

Gayo Highlands coffee, homemade food.

Our trained barista pulls espresso from the best Arabica beans of the Gayo Highlands in Sumatra. Beans are on sale too — they make a great souvenir to take home.

Open daily7am – 2pm
ServingBreakfast & lunch
See the menu
Open-air cafe with wooden tables and plants Espresso pouring into a cup Fruit salad and omelette breakfast Barista at the espresso machine

When the waves are small

Explore Aceh

Motorbikes, boat trips, guided walks and city tours can all be organised for you at Yudi's Place.

Baiturrahman Grand Mosque reflected in its pool, Banda Aceh
City tourBanda Aceh's mosques and markets
Calm river lined with pine trees
River cruisePaddle or cruise the Lhoknga river
Yudi's Place boat on calm water
Boat hireStraight to the reef, or out fishing
Fiery sunset over Lhoknga beach
BeachesWhite sand and sunsets
Golf ball at the edge of the hole
Play golfThe course is just up Golf Course Road
Diver above a coral reef
Diving Pulau WehReefs off Sumatra's northern tip

What guests say

Humble, welcoming, hard to leave

“Have great waves, fantastic time at Yudisplace. Super friendly, hospitable and communicative. Good food, clean accommodation.”
Mike & KellyColorado, USA · Stayed 2 weeks
“Humble and welcoming staff. Great family-friendly accommodation. Ideal location within walking distance to world-class beaches and surf.”
Craig MoneyAustralia / Indonesia
“Nice 10-day holiday with good surf. Enjoyed the local market and beach. Food was great and can't wait to be back.”
Kim TapperSweden

Meet your host

Yudi Andika smiling
Yudi AndikaOwner

“We can't wait for you to visit our beautiful slice of paradise.”

A friendly, family-run team of local staff who go out of their way to make guests feel welcome. Watch our film, Living the Dream.

Check availability — ask Yudi.

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