“Created by Indonesian entrepreneur Jenny Tan, this collection of 27 cliff-top villas draws inspiration from Marapu villages & Sumbanese architecture. A triumph of natural materials, luxurious spaces & superb service in a striking setting, inviting honeymooners & families to discover island culture.”
“Created by Indonesian entrepreneur Jenny Tan, this collection of 27 cliff-top villas draws inspiration from Marapu villages & Sumbanese architecture. A triumph of natural materials, luxurious spaces & superb service in a striking setting, inviting honeymooners & families to discover island culture.”
Recommended For
- Local exploring
- Showcasing Sumbanese culture & the natural world is at the heart of this resort's ethos, making it a top pick for keen explorers
- Honeymoons
- Book a Honeymoon Villa for ocean views, a bedroom elevated over the pool, and a private spa treatment area
- Learning
- Speak to clan elders about local traditions on guided tours of Wehola, a nearby village
- Surfing
- Occy's Left is the stuff of legends — don't miss the chance to surf Sumba's most famous swell
- Riding
- Horse rides through the verdant jungle, looking out for endemic birds, are marvellous
- Mountain biking
- Guided cycling tours of Sumba's lush interior come highly recommended
- Yoga
- Trekking
- Snorkelling
- Watersports
- Cycling
- Great walks
- Cooking classes
- Birdwatching
- Restaurant
- Bokosawu offers a broad range of international dishes, whilst Le Humba Restaurant specialises in Indonesian cuisine
- On an island
- On the island of Sumba in Indonesia
- Family Suites
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Quiet
- Eco
- Gourmet
- Remote
- Good wine list
- Full of character
- Sit-out Terrace
- Designer
- Outstanding location
- Barefoot Luxury
- Organic food
- Private Pool
- Child friendly
- Gym
- Chic
- Landmark
- Boutique
- Sea Views
- Spa
- Hills & mountains
- Charming
- Views
- Romantic
- Intimate
- Four poster beds
- Luxury
- Secluded setting
- Traditional
- Wellbeing
- 5* Luxury
Facilities
- Restaurant
- Bokosawu offers a broad range of international dishes, whilst Le Humba Restaurant specialises in Indonesian cuisine
- Sit-out Terrace
- Airport transfer
- Parking
- Four poster beds
- Room service
- Swimming Pool
- Laundry
- Cots available
- Bar
- Views
- Private villas
- Gym
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle hire
- Private chef / butler
- Bath robes
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Sitting Room
- Good wine list
- Outdoor dining
- Family Suites
- Wifi
- Suites
- Garden
- Private Pool
- Massage
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Safe
- Concierge
- Child friendly
- Spa
Activities
- Learning
- Speak to clan elders about local traditions on guided tours of Wehola, a nearby village
- Surfing
- Occy's Left is the stuff of legends — don't miss the chance to surf Sumba's most famous swell
- Riding
- Horse rides through the verdant jungle, looking out for endemic birds, are marvellous
- Mountain biking
- Guided cycling tours of Sumba's lush interior come highly recommended
- Trekking
- Great walks
- Yoga
- Watersports
- Birdwatching
- Cooking classes
- Cycling
- Snorkelling
Map & Location
What's Nearby
Other Reviews
Checking In: Lelewatu Resort Sumba
"In a less-visited corner of Indonesia, a locally born entrepreneur pays tribute to the indigenous tribal culture through her own cliff-top resort."
Originally published by Destinasian
