Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 20 reviews.
Jill
Canada · Couple · March 2026
“Unforgettable island treasure with a warm easy feel.”
+Nomad is immaculately run while being, at the same time, a warm, friendly and very relaxing place to be. Tucked behind mangrove on a pristine beach are four comfortable bungalows with spacious, spotless open air showers, fans, and louvered windows. The central dining room and lounge is always welcoming with games and afternoon snacks. The boatmen and dive team are pros and coral is excellent for snorkeling. The host is knowledgeable, an experienced dive master, friendly and fun! We had a great stay with a few drops of rain☺️
−Nothing!!
Meagan
Australia · Couple · December 2025
“Absolutely idyllic”
+From the moment you pass through the small gap in the mangroves and set foot on the white sandy beach, you are embraced by the warm, welcoming atmosphere created by the owner Marijn, his lovely team of local staff and the two gorgeous dogs, Bug and Mickey. Marijn made the whole experience feel personal and genuine. He’s a true nature lover and it was inspiring to see how enthusiastic he was about the wildlife around the resort. He eagerly pointed out birds, critters and plants during the day and even took time to show us fascinating nocturnal creatures after dark. Sharing meals, great conversations and a few fun evenings playing games together, it honestly felt like staying with friends rather than being guests at a resort. The traditional wooden bungalows were simple but so very comfortable and well thought out. Perfectly suited to the surrounding nature. The wonderful staff were warm, friendly, kind and attentive, always making sure we felt looked after. And the food deserves special mention too. Every dish was fresh, creative and full of local flavour , a real highlight of our stay. The snorkelling itself, both on the house reef and by boat, was varied and outstanding. Even thou
−Leaving 😞
Katja
Switzerland · Couple · June 2025
“Great location to just disconnect from the outer world. dive, eat, sleep - repeat. awesome!”
Steven
New Zealand · Group of friends · May 2025
“Marijn the owner was they key to making our stay an awesome experience. He is very hands on and eager to help make your”
+Marijn the owner was incredibly attentive. The food was outstanding. The boat crew were friendly and generous with the time allowed for snorkelling trips. The nature walks were informative. The bungalows were well fitted out and comfortable. The location is serene.
−Nothing
Fiona
Australia · Couple · June 2024
“Island Paradise”
+Great location. Very peaceful, great food and lovely staff. We were made very welcome and were well looked after. Fabulous diving, too!!
Michele
Italy · Solo · May 2024
“Exceptional”
+wonderful place to explore the island
Sally
United Kingdom · Solo · April 2024
“Exceptional”
+Amazing location, great diving, good social vibes with family dinners and shared diving. We had an amazing time at Nomad and the team are joyous.
−Nothing!
Tisha
Netherlands · Couple · November 2023
“Very good”
Jessica
United Arab Emirates · Business trip · November 2023
“Shhhh don’t tell anyone BUT tell everyone”
+Honestly, what is there not to like. Food, amazing. Staff, amazing. Diving, amazing. Location, amazing. I got a recommendation from a friend on Bunaken, and they way she spoke about this place made my decision to go have a look. Nothing beats word of mouth, and she ain’t lying. What a wonderful part of the world. I initially was only supposed to stay 3 nights? But I extended my stay another week. I was so happy in this secluded environment, in my little bungalow which was more than I could have asked for. I slept so well, with the windows open to all the nature and my heart happy in the little cocoon of my mosquito net. They even provide mosquito coils outside your bungalow for double protection. These little touches, like water in your room and having help carrying my insanely heavy bags to my room felt like I was a VIP. I’m old, I’m tired of carrying my diving stuff everywhere. But with a boat drop right to the doorstep and a pickup service of finding me somewhere over in the Bunaken area to them was seamless. Thank you Kate. I know people are stressful but communicating with you was a breeze. They have Wi-Fi. And because I work and travel that was an added bonus seeing I was bas
−Oh, it’s awful living on an island in the middle of the ocean with no one for miles and to wake up and go diving everyday. Such a hard life. (Please see above)
Gregory
Switzerland · Business trip · October 2023
“If you love nature, you have to love this place. Will come back for sure!”
+Everything
−Nothing