Toraja Lodge Guest House

It has a good view and relaxing spot on the balcony. It was very clean and the staff was so sweet!! We could hire a scooter for one day from the owner, and could explore Toraja by ourselves. Loved it.

Only the breakfast could be a bit more (maybe with vegetables/fruits)

Most if us Intl. Travellers have stayed in dozens if not hundreds if hotels in many countries. More or lesz they are similar some good, some not so good. Most if them we forget. However, when the owners or staff extend themselves sincerely to be pleasant and helpful to guests beyond the norm, then it is THOSE horels we remember fondly and in particular.. Mr. Yuli and his son Oki are bith naturally open, friendly and approachable, with spontaneous assistance and friendly, real discussion about many things beyond just the hotel. This personal quality makes staying in select places likr Toraja Lodge memorable beyond just a nice room or breakfast. They allowed us both to check in early and depart late, which was generous and kind of them for sure; if course it was dependent on room availability. Consider all these attriibutes I've mentioned well when you try to decide where to stay in Rantepao....

The lodge rooms just need a few common sense items to make guests stay a bit more convenient.. I co veyed this to ouf gracious Owners, Yuli and his son Oki. The suggestions were simple and nit costly; 1) smLl end tables next go bed s, similar to all hitels worldwide, w/ a table lamp if possible. 2) A small shelf or water resistant small table in the bathroom for shampoo, soao or small items when one is showering. 3) good room fan, veiling or on stand. Tbough Toraja is not overly hot, the fan still is necessary for comfirt and air movement. 4) Chair or 2 in rooms.

Staff is very friendly, they can help to arrange a tour guide to visit the main places in Toraja. The room, toiled, bedsheets are very clean.

A little bit far from the center of Rantepao (20-30 min walking). There is no restaurant in the hotel for lunch and dinner. The hotel is just in front the street and the room is noisy at night. The rooms in front of the balcony where the breakfast is served is also noisy in the morning, you can hear the guests talking loud in front your window and you can not sleep anymore.The shower is not separated from the toilet and the whole toilet will get wet after shower.