One-night stay
Close to the airport or port, ideal for early transfers
Before & after your liveaboard trip
Extend your stay in Indonesia
Hand-picked hotels for before or after your Indonesia liveaboard trip - close to your departure in Labuan Bajo, Sorong, Ambon, Bitung or Bali, from a quick airport overnight to a full dive-and-stay extension across the archipelago.
Why extend your stay
Turn an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Whether you are travelling a few hours or halfway around the world for your liveaboard adventure with Master Liveaboards, taking extra time to experience each unique destination can enhance your trip and transform an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Staying on after your cruise lets you experience the destination beyond the ocean. Discover vibrant cities, remote islands, cultural landmarks, wildlife, beaches, and hidden gems that make each region unique. Whether you choose a few extra days of relaxation or a week of exploration, extending your stay creates a richer and more rewarding holiday.
Arriving a day early gives you time to relax, recover from travel, and start your journey refreshed and stress-free. You can explore local culture, enjoy regional cuisine, and settle into the destination before boarding your liveaboard adventure.
A liveaboard may be the highlight of your trip, but the destination itself has so much more to offer. Add a few extra nights and turn your diving holiday into the ultimate travel experience.
Hotels we recommend
Master Liveaboards Recommendations
With hundreds of hotels to choose from, picking the right one can be difficult, so we have chosen a few to consider, based on different durations. We have access to thousands of different hotel options - if you are looking for something specific, please let us know and we will be happy to help you.
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Labuan Bajo - cliffs above the harbour
Loccal Collection Hotel
Perched on the cliffs overlooking Labuan Bajo, Loccal Collection Hotel offers a unique and stylish option for a 1-night stay before or after your Komodo adventure. Inspired by the iconic architecture of Santorini, the hotel combines striking whitewashed design with panoramic ocean views, beautiful sunsets, and a relaxed atmosphere. Guests can enjoy comfortable modern rooms, multiple swimming pools, a spa, fitness centre, and on-site dining.
✓ Cliffside Labuan Bajo views
✓ Santorini-inspired design
✓ Multiple swimming pools
✓ Spa and on-site dining
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Sorong - minutes from port and airport
Swiss-Belhotel Sorong
Conveniently located in the heart of Sorong and just minutes from Domine Eduard Osok Airport, Swiss-Belhotel Sorong offers a comfortable and convenient option for a 1-night stay before or after your Raja Ampat adventure. Overlooking the harbour and nearby islands, the hotel features modern air-conditioned rooms, a swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, restaurant, and complimentary Wi-Fi. With its excellent location and easy access to the airport and ferry terminal, it is the perfect place to relax and recharge before or after your trip on the Indo Master.
✓ Minutes from Sorong airport
✓ Harbour and island views
✓ Swimming pool and spa
✓ Close to the ferry terminal
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Ambon City - overlooking Ambon Bay
Swiss-Belhotel Ambon
Conveniently located in the heart of Ambon City, Swiss-Belhotel Ambon offers a comfortable and modern option for a 1-night stay before or after your travels in the Maluku Islands. Overlooking Ambon Bay, the hotel features contemporary rooms and suites, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, restaurant, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Its central location provides easy access to the city's shopping, dining, and cultural attractions, while Ambon Pattimura Airport is within easy reach.
✓ Central Ambon City location
✓ Overlooking Ambon Bay
✓ Outdoor pool and spa
✓ Easy airport access
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Bitung - North Sulawesi, near the harbour
favehotel Bitung
Conveniently located in the heart of Bitung, North Sulawesi, favehotel Bitung offers a comfortable and affordable option for a 1-night stay before or after your diving adventure. Just a short drive from Bitung Harbour and the departure point for Lembeh Strait, the hotel provides modern, air-conditioned rooms with contemporary amenities, complimentary Wi-Fi, and an on-site restaurant. Its convenient location and easy access to local attractions make it an ideal stopover for travellers exploring North Sulawesi's world-renowned diving.
✓ Near Bitung Harbour
✓ Departure point for Lembeh
✓ Modern air-conditioned rooms
✓ On-site restaurant
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Bali - within the airport grounds
Novotel Bali Ngurah Rai Airport
Conveniently located within the grounds of Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport, Novotel Bali Ngurah Rai Airport is the perfect choice for a comfortable and hassle-free 1-night stay. With direct access to both the domestic and international terminals, the hotel offers modern, soundproofed rooms designed for relaxation before or after a flight. Guests can enjoy a large swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, restaurant, bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi, all within minutes of the airport.
✓ Inside the airport grounds
✓ Soundproofed rooms
✓ Large swimming pool
✓ Spa, restaurant and bar
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Short stay
A few nights before or after your liveaboard
Beachfront
Labuan Bajo - Pede Beach
Sudamala Resort, Komodo
Located on the pristine shores of Pede Beach in Labuan Bajo, Sudamala Resort Komodo offers an idyllic setting for a relaxing 3-night stay before or after exploring Komodo National Park. Combining elegant Indonesian design with warm hospitality, this beachfront boutique resort features spacious suites and villas, a swimming pool, spa, fitness centre, and exceptional dining overlooking the Flores Sea. Guests can unwind on the private beach, enjoy spectacular sunsets, or venture out to discover the region's famous islands, marine life, and natural beauty.
✓ Beachfront on Pede Beach
✓ Suites and villas
✓ Pool, spa and fitness centre
✓ Dining over the Flores Sea
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Sorong - city centre
Aston Sorong Hotel & Conference Center
Located in the heart of Sorong, Aston Sorong Hotel & Conference Center offers a modern and comfortable base for a 3-night stay before or after exploring Raja Ampat. Conveniently situated close to the city centre, airport, and ferry terminal, the hotel combines contemporary accommodation with excellent facilities, including a swimming pool, fitness centre, spa, restaurant, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy spacious, well-appointed rooms and warm Indonesian hospitality while using Sorong as a gateway to some of the world's most spectacular diving.
✓ Central Sorong location
✓ Swimming pool and spa
✓ Spacious well-appointed rooms
✓ Gateway to Raja Ampat
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Ambon City - overlooking Ambon Bay
Hotel Santika Premiere Ambon
Located in the heart of Ambon City overlooking the beautiful Ambon Bay, Hotel Santika Premiere Ambon offers a comfortable and convenient base for a 3-night stay in the Maluku Islands. Combining modern Indonesian hospitality with contemporary facilities, the hotel features spacious guest rooms, a swimming pool, fitness centre, restaurant, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Its central location provides easy access to the city's cultural attractions, waterfront promenade, shopping, and dining, while Ambon Pattimura Airport is within easy reach.
✓ Overlooking Ambon Bay
✓ Spacious guest rooms
✓ Swimming pool and fitness centre
✓ Central, near the waterfront
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Manado - central business district
Four Points by Sheraton Manado
Located in the heart of Manado's central business district, Four Points by Sheraton Manado offers a comfortable and contemporary base for a 3-night stay in North Sulawesi. Connected to Manado Town Square shopping complex and overlooking the scenic Manado Bay, the hotel provides easy access to the city's restaurants, entertainment, and waterfront attractions. Guests can enjoy modern, spacious rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, on-site dining, and complimentary Wi-Fi, all complemented by the trusted service of the Marriott brand.
✓ Overlooking Manado Bay
✓ Connected to Manado Town Square
✓ Outdoor swimming pool
✓ Near Bunaken Marine Park
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Beachfront
Kuta, Bali - beachfront
The Anvaya Beach Resort Bali
Located on the beachfront in the heart of Kuta, The Anvaya Beach Resort Bali offers an exceptional setting for a relaxing 3-night stay. Blending contemporary luxury with authentic Balinese design and hospitality, the resort features elegant rooms, suites, and private villas set amongst beautifully landscaped tropical gardens. Guests can enjoy multiple swimming pools, a spa, fitness centre, beachfront dining, and direct access to Kuta Beach, while being just minutes from Bali's shopping, restaurants, and Ngurah Rai International Airport.
✓ Beachfront in Kuta
✓ Balinese design and gardens
✓ Multiple pools and spa
✓ Direct Kuta Beach access
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Extended stay
Seven nights to turn your trip into a full holiday
Luxury
Labuan Bajo - Waecicu Beach
Plataran Komodo Resort & Spa
Set within a private sanctuary on Waecicu Beach overlooking the turquoise waters of the Flores Sea, Plataran Komodo Resort & Spa offers an exceptional setting for a luxurious 7-night stay in Flores. Surrounded by pristine beaches, tropical gardens, and breathtaking island scenery, this exclusive beachfront retreat combines elegant Indonesian-inspired villas with world-class hospitality. Guests can enjoy spacious private villas, a beachfront infinity pool, spa and wellness facilities, fine dining, watersports, and direct access to some of Indonesia's most spectacular marine environments. Ideally located for exploring the wonders of Komodo National Park.
✓ Private Waecicu Beach sanctuary
✓ Indonesian-inspired villas
✓ Beachfront infinity pool
✓ Ideal for Komodo National Park
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Dive resort
Raja Ampat - Waigeo Island
Waiwo Dive Resort Raja Ampat
Set on the shores of Waigeo Island in the heart of Raja Ampat, Waiwo Dive Resort offers an unforgettable 7-night escape surrounded by some of the most biodiverse marine ecosystems on the planet. Nestled between lush tropical forest and a pristine white-sand beach, the resort combines comfortable island accommodation with direct access to world-class diving, snorkelling, and marine adventures. Guests can choose from a range of air-conditioned rooms and beachfront villas, many with stunning sea views, while enjoying on-site dining, a dedicated dive centre, and warm Indonesian hospitality.
✓ On Waigeo Island, Raja Ampat
✓ Rooms and beachfront villas
✓ On-site dive centre
✓ World-class diving on the doorstep
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Beachfront
Ambon - Natsepa Beach
The Natsepa Resort & Conference Center
Set on the shores of Natsepa Beach on Ambon, The Natsepa Resort offers a peaceful and immersive setting for a memorable 7-night stay in the Maluku Islands. Surrounded by pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush tropical landscapes, this beachfront resort provides the perfect escape for those seeking relaxation and adventure alike. Guests can enjoy comfortable seaside accommodation, a swimming pool, restaurant, and easy access to snorkelling, diving, and island excursions. With its tranquil atmosphere, natural beauty, and warm Indonesian hospitality, The Natsepa Resort is an ideal base for discovering one of Indonesia's most unspoilt island destinations.
✓ Beachfront on Natsepa Beach
✓ Crystal-clear waters
✓ Swimming pool and dining
✓ Snorkelling and island excursions
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Dive resort
Lembeh Strait - North Sulawesi
Cocotinos Lembeh Dive Resort
Set on the tranquil shores of Lembeh Strait in North Sulawesi, Cocotinos Lembeh Dive Resort offers an exceptional 7-night stay for divers and nature lovers alike. Surrounded by lush tropical scenery and calm volcanic waters, the resort is perfectly positioned for world-class muck diving and marine exploration. Guests can enjoy comfortable boutique-style rooms and villas, a swimming pool, spa services, on-site dining, and a dedicated dive centre with easy access to some of Indonesia's most unique underwater ecosystems.
✓ On Lembeh Strait
✓ Boutique rooms and villas
✓ Dedicated dive centre
✓ World-class muck diving
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Beachfront
Nusa Lembongan - beachfront
Mahagiri Resort Nusa Lembongan
Set on the pristine shores of Nusa Lembongan, Mahagiri Resort offers the perfect setting for a relaxing 7-night island escape. Boasting one of the longest stretches of white-sand beach on the island, the resort combines tropical charm with modern comfort, featuring spacious rooms, suites, and villas, many with stunning ocean views. Guests can unwind by the beachfront infinity pool, enjoy dining overlooking the turquoise waters, or explore the island's beautiful beaches, mangrove forests, and renowned snorkelling and diving sites.
✓ Long white-sand beach
✓ Ocean-view rooms and villas
✓ Beachfront infinity pool
✓ Snorkelling and diving
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How it works
We handle everything for you.
Adding a hotel to your liveaboard trip takes three steps. We do the work - you just tell us what you would like.
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Choose a hotel
Browse our recommendations above and send us an enquiry, or ask our team for advice if you are not sure.
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We confirm rates
Our reservations team checks availability and comes back to you with a quote for your dates. No obligation.
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Sorted
We book the hotel, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects with your liveaboard departure. One less thing to think about.
Common questions
Good questions, straight answers.
Everything you need to know about adding a hotel stay to your liveaboard trip.
Do you book the hotel for me?
+Yes. Once you choose a hotel and confirm the dates, our reservations team handles the booking directly. You do not need to book separately through a third-party site. We work with these hotels regularly and can often secure better terms than booking independently.
What about airport and liveaboard transfers?
+In the Maldives we arrange your transfer from the airport to your hotel and from the hotel to the liveaboard departure point. Several of the hotels listed also include their own complimentary airport transfers. Onward arrangements (resort speedboats, return flights) we'll talk through when we confirm your booking.
Can I book a hotel at both ends of my trip?
+Absolutely. Many of our guests book a one-night stay before departure and a few nights at a resort afterwards. Just let us know your plans and we will put together a complete package. You can mix and match different hotels for before and after.
Can I change or cancel my hotel booking?
+Cancellation and amendment policies vary by hotel. We will confirm the specific terms when we send you the quote. In most cases there is a free cancellation window. If your liveaboard trip changes, we will help you adjust the hotel booking to match.
What if my flight is delayed?
+All of the hotels we suggest have 24-hour front desks and are accustomed to late arrivals. If your flight is significantly delayed, let us know and we will notify the hotel on your behalf. This is one of the advantages of booking through us rather than independently.
Interested? Speak to our team.
We can help you find the right hotel for your dates, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects smoothly with your liveaboard departure.
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