Superb

Close to the beach, very lovely people

“An authentic surf camp brings me back to what Bali was like over 30 years ago.”

The owner was very helpful and chill. The location to the best surf spot was a pleasant 15min walk and was not too crowded, mainly friendly locals. The place felt a bit like Bali was back in the early 90s. Great pizza restaurant nearby and other good warungs along the beach. Enjoyed my stay.

Amazing people and wonderfull place to stay

Very coazy and super calm, quiet atmosphere. Located very close to one of the main beaches

Cubo and his family welcomed us the best way possible in their homestay! They were very helpful, gave us good restaurants recommendations, helped with planning surf lessons, renting a scooter and booking a bus at the end of our stay. The localisation was perfect near the beach, nice warungs, nice coffee place (which also sells good mocktails and the best pizza we had in Asia). Bungalows were simple but the vibe of the place is so nice! We’ll be back!

“Laid-back atmosphere embracing the simple life!”

Chupo was a terrific host and welcomed us with open arms. He organized everything from surfboards to scooter-rental. We were welcomed to partake in the local community, going on turtle-patrol and jam-night at the newly opened café. We are definitely coming back to Pacitan to stay at VH Surf Camp!

Terima kasih banyak for a beautiful stay. Cuboh and Wiwin are welcoming hosts and the surf camp has great vibes. The surfboard options for rent are high quality and the best you can get in the area. Scooter hire was also made easy. The camp is right outside a great surf spot and close to the river mouth. There's also a promenade with restaurants nearby.

“A Home Away From Home”

Staying at Villa Hembers isn’t just about surfing or escaping into nature—it’s about becoming part of a family. From the moment you arrive, you’re welcomed not only by the wonderful owners, Cuboh and Wiwin and their children, but also by their circle of family and friends who make this place truly special. Whether it’s life wisdom from Bege, the calm support of Julian, or the contagious energy of Wiwin and Siti, everyone plays a part in making your stay unforgettable. The atmosphere is uniquely homely—relaxed, nurturing, and full of genuine connection. There’s always someone around to talk to, to guide you, or to simply share a meal with. I arrived with a deep fear of water after a traumatic experience in Portugal, but thanks to Cuboh’s surf lessons and the gentle encouragement from his team, I not only got back on the board, I fell in love with the ocean again. But the magic doesn’t stop there. One evening, I was invited to a dinner and when I offered to help, I was gently guided by Siti through the cooking process—turning it into an unexpected and delightful “cooking class”. I learned so much and felt genuinely included in something special. Another day, we walked the beach after sunset, keeping an eye out for turtle nests—part of the small but meaningful conservation efforts that Cuboh and his friends are involved in. The location is perfect: just a 2-minute walk to the quiet, untouched part of the beach, and only a short ride to the livelier tourist spots if you feel like a change. At night, you’re serenaded by the uninterrupted sounds of nature—no mosques, no traffic, just a wild, beautiful cocoon of chirps and waves. I came to Villa Hembers alone, hoping to make a shift in my life after a long stretch of career burnout. My partner stayed at home, but I never felt lonely. Not for a moment. This place holds space for you in exactly the way you need it, without even asking.

VH is a bit away from the rest of the town, so it has very chill vibes and lots of nature around it. The beach is super close by and the owner, Cuboh, was super friendly and helpful, definitely the best part about staying here. You can rent surfboards from him and he had good recommendations for restaurants around town. Ask him about the local sea turtle rescue project and if you’re lucky with the timing of your stay you’ll be in for a truly unforgettable experience

Great atmosphere, people and place to relax and get away from the city. Incredibly lovely people and a beautiful place to stay.

If you want to live very authentically with inspiring locals, this is the place for you. The host and everyone who stayed here were very friendly. The bedroom is very basic and doesn't offer much comfort, but .... The time of only 3 days seemed extremely long to us and we experienced a lot. Thanks to the tips from the locals, we were not only able to explore a pristine waterfall and go surfing, but also We were able to gain many insights into their everyday lives. . Thank you very much for the wonderful moments in the evening when we exchanged stories and sang.

“Peaceful and relaxing place”

The staff is a family, and they were very nice people. I was the only one at the hostel, since it wasn't a surfing either dry season. But they shared their food with me, spent time playing games, so i felt very taken care of. They even took me for an event at a different beach, it was fun. I was also allowed to use their bicycle when I needed to go and buy something. There's a kitchen that I could use, many ropes to hang your clothes, lots of social areas to chill, a beautiful mango tree and a garden. Tea, coffee and drinking water are available.

“A lovely and pure place with so much soul.”

All people have been super kind, and beside being the perfect place to relax and live the "simple life", there are so many options to do things: get surf lessons, rent a surf board, enjoy the beach, rent a scooter to reach river boat tours, caves, or anything around, see/help with the turtles,... I hope to manage to come back one day!

Perfect

Basic place with an amazing local vibe. The owner is such a nice person!

“Simple life ! Amazing”

The property was amazing ! Such a great vibe and atmosphere. I loved the host Chobuh who made myself and my friends feel very welcome :). He helped us at every opportunity! Would love to stay again

“Homely slice of paradise!”

Highly recommend staying here! great location for surfing, and a place to chill and meet locals and other travellers too. Cubo was incredibly hospitable and welcoming felt like we were apart of the family! Was super helpful organising transport, scooter etc for us too. Thanks so much and we will be back!!

“Amazing host! Unforgettable experience”

Cubo, the host, was amazing! He is a nature conservationalist, by saving baby turtles and planting a big mangrove forest! He also gave us surfing lessons and he and his friends & family cooked for us. It was a really special experience, I will always remember it! The location was a less than a minute walk from the beach 💙 I wish we could stay longer, and will definitely try to return here! I recommend this to all travellers who are okay with a bit less luxury, and have a passion for nature.

Everything was perfect, bed very comfy, everything clean, nice open kitchen, amazing decoration. I never wright notice but this time I have to. I have been welcomed as a friend in this beautiful family, sharing music, Cubo and Wiwin, your beautiful boy, and your friend you are amazing!! I hope I Will come back to your place in Pacitan to surf with you! Cubo help you for everything :the scooter, the shuttle, the places to visit for very cheap prices, the coast near pacitan is beautiful. See you🫶🏽 Simple life in my heart thanks to you !