Gamat Sunset Cottage and Resto

Below the limestone ridge that defines Gamat Bay's eastern headland, Gamat Sunset Cottage occupies a quiet plot on Jalan Gamat Sakti with direct access to one of Nusa Penida's calmer snorkelling bays — a rare asset on an island where most accommodation sits far from swimmable water.

Rooms come with sea-view balconies, air conditioning, minibars, and private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers. The on-site restaurant doubles as a sunset terrace bar, positioned to face the strait between Nusa Penida and the Bali mainland. Diving and snorkelling trips can be arranged through the concierge, who also handles car rental and public transit tickets for the notoriously difficult island roads.

Gamat Bay itself sees far fewer day-trippers than Crystal Bay or Kelingking, keeping the water clearer through the afternoon. The property's 9.8 rating across 64 reviews is unusually high for the area.