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Stay with locals in any of 87 cities across North Sumatra. Sofahop is the free way to experience North Sumatra like a local.
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The Sofahop community in North Sumatra is part of a global hospitality exchange network. From North Sumatra's largest cities to its smaller towns, local hosts welcome travelers for free. It's the same spirit as traditional hospitality — formalized for the modern traveler.
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The Sofahop community in North Sumatra is open to all travelers. Join free and find your perfect host.
Sign up — it's freeAt least 1–2 weeks in advance for popular cities in North Sumatra. For less-traveled areas, a few days is usually fine.
Try nearby cities. Sofahop covers 87 cities across North Sumatra, so there's often an alternative a short distance away.
Yes — arrange stays with different hosts in different cities as you travel through North Sumatra. Plan each stop separately.
Most hosts in North Sumatra welcome guests for 1–5 nights. Longer stays are sometimes possible — discuss expectations with your host upfront.