Sedjiwa

Sedjiwa sits directly on the beach along Gili Air’s quieter east shore, with views across the turquoise water towards Mount Rinjani. The setting is designed for slow days, combining a relaxed beachfront atmosphere with a clean, comfortable place to pause over coffee, food or a cold coconut. For travellers exploring Lombok and the Gilis, it offers an easygoing base for breakfast, an unhurried meal or an evening by the sea.

Coffee is a central part of the experience, with early-day drinks served alongside toast. The restaurant menu brings together Western and Indonesian favourites, prepared fresh to order, with options suited to different tastes. Fresh fish also features in the evening barbecue offering, sourced from the surrounding sea and prepared as part of the restaurant’s local island character. Special requests can be discussed with the restaurant.

The atmosphere is informal and welcoming, with Sasak hospitality shaping the service. Sedjiwa suits diners looking for a casual beachfront meal rather than a formal dining room, as well as guests who prefer to settle in with a drink and let the pace of the island take over. The beach outlook, coconut plantation backdrop and garden setting add to the sense of space and calm.

Sedjiwa also includes accommodation in a collection of original, individually styled bungalows beside the restaurant. The bungalows come in different sizes and include free Wi-Fi, while some have a seating area or terrace. A freshwater swimming pool sits in the garden, offering space for swimming, relaxing or enjoying a cocktail away from the shoreline.

Beyond dining and accommodation, Sedjiwa is connected with fishing and sea excursions around the Gilis. Activities include fishing, snorkelling, spearfishing, dolphin watching and turtle searches, arranged through Gili Fishing Expeditions. This gives the venue an added connection to the waters surrounding Gili Air, while the restaurant itself remains focused on coffee, fresh food and a laid-back beach setting.