Coffee & Thyme Gili Trawangan: Best AC Cafe for Digital Nomads

Coffee & Thyme Gili Trawangan: Your Cool Oasis for Work & Coffee

Photos & Words © Pyeonji

Finding an air-conditioned cafe on Gili Trawangan can be a real challenge, especially one that's also great for getting some work done on your laptop. Luckily, I stumbled upon Coffee & Thyme – and it's a game-changer! Let's dive into the review.

Location & Operating Hours

Jl. Pantai Gili Trawangan, Gili Indah, Kec. Pemenang, Kabupaten Lombok Utara, Nusa Tenggara Bar. 83352 Indonesia

Coffee & Thyme is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the Gili Trawangan ferry terminal.

Operating Hours

Daily: 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Card payments accepted.

Interior Vibe

An air-conditioned cafe on Gili T is a true rarity! When I visited around noon, it was quite busy, so it didn't feel as cool as I expected initially. However, as the crowd thinned out, the AC really started to kick in! Best of all, almost every seat has a power outlet, making it perfect for laptop work.

The cafe also boasts a stylish, warm wooden interior, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

They also offer a selection of delicious homemade desserts, definitely worth trying!

Menu

An Americano costs 35,000 IDR (approx. ~$2), and a Latte is 40,000 IDR (approx. ~$2).

Coffee prices generally range from 25,000 to 45,000 IDR. While a bit more than your average coffee shop back home, they're still quite affordable for a quality spot with AC and ocean views!

Beyond coffee, they offer homemade cakes, refreshing smoothie bowls, toasts, pancakes, and more.

With a lovely ocean view, it's also a fantastic spot to simply zone out, enjoy the sea breeze, and watch the waves while working or relaxing.

Americano: 35,000 IDR (approx. ~$2)

This Americano was perfectly to my taste, with a smooth, low-acidity profile.

Sunset Smoothie Bowl: 65,000 IDR (approx. ~$4)

This vibrant smoothie bowl features red dragon fruit and watermelon, topped with crunchy granola and coconut chips. It's incredibly refreshing and a perfect snack – I'm sure everyone will love it, especially those looking for a healthy and delicious treat!

If you're searching for a laptop-friendly cafe on Gili Trawangan, I highly recommend checking out Coffee & Thyme. It's a rare sanctuary on the island where you can enjoy the cool AC and get some work done. Just a heads-up: it can get a little warmer when it's packed, but it's still a fantastic spot!