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Mangga Lodge
Bira Bara
Mangga Lodge is a tropical haven located just across from Bara Beach, surrounded by verdant greenery. Each air-conditioned room is designed for comfort, featuring a private terrace or balcony for relaxing views. Guests can indulge in a variety of activities, from snorkeling and diving to exploring nearby Liukang Island and the stunning Bira Beach. The on-site restaurant serves both Indonesian and Western dishes, with breakfast available in-room. Providing barbecue facilities and arrangements for hiking trips, Mangga Lodge caters to adventure seekers and those looking to unwind by the beach. The serene setting ensures a refreshing getaway.
What’s good
- Clean and spacious rooms
- Beautiful gardens and ocean views
- Friendly and attentive staff
- Quiet and peaceful location
- Good air conditioning and hot shower
Worth knowing
- Poorly functioning toilet
- Bathroom floor often wet
- Limited snorkeling options
- Expensive food compared to local restaurants
- Some rooms showing signs of age
What to expect
Highlights around Bira
Half-dayTana Beru shipyards
A 30-minute drive from Bira. Ships rise on the sand without blueprints — generations of muscle memory.
Full dayBira Beach
A long arc of sand under cliffs, walkable end to end at low tide. Worth a sunrise.
Half-day boatPulau Liukang
A small island offshore. Boats charter from Bira beach for a snorkel day.
Half-dayApparalang Cliffs
20 km up the coast — a sheer limestone face over turquoise water. Sunrise is the call.
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