Meme Surung is a charming family guesthouse located in Munduk, a mountain village in northern Bali. Away from the bustle of Kuta or Seminyak, the property sits within a landscape of terraced rice paddies, coffee and clove plantations, and lush tropical forests.

Why stay at Meme Surung

• A rural location in Bali's highlands, between 700 and 800 metres elevation, with a cooler climate than the coast.
• A base for trekking: Munduk waterfalls, the twin lakes of Tamblingan and Buyan, trails through plantations.
• An authentic local experience in a genuine Balinese village still largely untouched by mass tourism.
• A slow pace, ideal for a 2 to 3-night stay between Ubud and the northern coast.

The atmosphere

Munduk lends itself to a peaceful retreat. Mornings are often wrapped in mist, which gradually clears to reveal rice fields and lush vegetation. In the evening, temperatures drop noticeably — bring a fleece or windbreaker, something many travellers arriving from the beaches tend to forget.

The village maintains an active agricultural life: a local market, coffee drying outside homes, Balinese Hindu ceremonies punctuating the week. Meme Surung fits naturally into this village atmosphere, without resort pretensions.

Location and access

The precise address is Dinas Beji, Jalan Kayu Puti, Munduk, Banjar, Kabupaten Buleleng, Bali 81152. Munduk sits in Bali's mountainous northern region, approximately 3 hours by road from Denpasar airport and 1.5 to 2 hours from Ubud, depending on traffic.

Access is by road from Bedugul, following the course of Lake Tamblingan. Private vehicles with drivers remain the most practical transport option: public transport is limited and winding roads can challenge inexperienced motorcyclists.

To plan your route, consult our Munduk guide.

What to do nearby

Waterfalls and trekking

The Munduk waterfall and Melanting waterfall are accessible on foot from the village. Trails wind through coffee and cacao plantations, often with commentary from locals. Plan 2 to 4 hours for a full loop.

The twin lakes

Lakes Tamblingan and Buyan, about ten kilometres away, offer a rare lakeside setting on Bali. Possibility of a traditional canoe trip with a village fisherman.

Temples and viewpoints

The Pura Ulun Danu Beratan temple, perched on Lake Beratan, is one of Bali's most photographed sites. The Wanagiri Hidden Hills viewpoint overlooks the twin lakes.

Other properties in the region

To compare other options in northern and central Bali, you might also explore Cempaka Belimbing Villas, Lakeview Hotel or Cendana Resort & Spa.

Including Meme Surung in your journey

Meme Surung fits naturally into an itinerary combining Ubud, Munduk and Bali's northern or eastern coast. To build a bespoke itinerary incorporating this mountain stop, explore our Indonesia trips with our local experts.