Sunset Guest House & Bar - Bunaken

Adults-only beachfront guest house in Bunaken with private beach area and homemade meals that guests rate as the best in Sulawesi

Dining

Sunset Guest House & Bar serves three meals daily, with each meal being different and never repeated during a stay. Guests report the food is the best they have had in Indonesia, using fresh local fish like Mahi Mahi and Mackerel caught daily. Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request, and the hosts accommodate dietary restrictions. Free water refills, coffee, and tea are also offered.

Activities

The guest house is located on a private beach with direct access to snorkeling and diving spots, where guests can see turtles and colorful fish just 50-300 ft offshore. Sunset Guest House & Bar arranges snorkeling and dolphin tours for guests, as well as boat hire and motorbike rental to explore the island. There is a dive shop next door, Blue Shark Diving, for organized diving trips.

Rooms & Facilities

The property offers adults-only accommodations with either a private bathroom or a private external bathroom, all with parquet floors and mosquito nets. Each room includes a balcony or patio with sea views, and the communal area upstairs has outdoor seating and a terrace. Additional facilities include BBQ facilities, an executive lounge, and outdoor furniture on the beachfront.

Location & Services

Sunset Guest House & Bar Bunaken sits directly on the beach, a five-minute walk from the public ferry jetty. The 24-hour front desk staff arrange airport transfers, boat transport to Manado, porter service, and laundry. The property has 24-hour security with key access, a designated smoking area, and free on-site parking.

Guest Experiences

The food at Sunset Guest House & Bar receives consistent 10/10 ratings from solo travelers, couples, and groups, with many guests extending their stays or returning after leaving the island. Guests appreciate the hosts' help in organizing snorkeling, diving, and island hopping at reasonable prices. The property is noted for its clean rooms, comfortable beds, and the ability to work remotely using free WiFi with occasional power outages that are brief.

• Dining: Three homemade meals daily with fresh local fish and vegetarian options
• Activities: Snorkeling, dolphin tours, diving trips, motorbike and boat hire
• Rooms: Adults-only rooms with private or external bathrooms and sea-view balconies
• Location: Beachfront, 5-minute walk from public ferry jetty
• Services: 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, laundry, porter service