“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
  • Restaurant

    • Bokosawu offers a broad range of international dishes, whilst Le Humba Restaurant specialises in Indonesian cuisine
  • 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
  • On an island

    • On the island of Sumba in Indonesia
  • Family Suites

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Yoga

  • Quiet

  • Eco

  • Gourmet

  • Remote

  • Good wine list

  • Full of character

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Designer

  • Outstanding location

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Trekking

  • Organic food

  • Snorkelling

  • Private Pool

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Watersports

  • Chic

  • Landmark

  • Cycling

  • Boutique

  • Sea Views

  • Great walks

  • Spa

  • Hills & mountains

  • Charming

  • Cooking classes

  • Views

  • Romantic

  • Birdwatching

  • Intimate

  • Four poster beds

  • Luxury

  • Secluded setting

  • Traditional

  • Wellbeing

  • 5* Luxury

Facilities

  • Rooms

    27 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Bokosawu offers a broad range of international dishes, whilst Le Humba Restaurant specialises in Indonesian cuisine
  • Bar

  • Massage

  • Cots available

  • Outdoor dining

  • Airport transfer

  • Private chef / butler

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Family Suites

  • Parking

  • Bath robes

  • Safe

  • Air conditioning

  • Laundry

  • Good wine list

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Private Pool

  • Bicycle hire

  • Room service

  • Sitting Room

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Garden

  • Swimming Pool

  • Spa

  • Views

  • Wifi

  • Four poster beds

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Concierge

  • Private villas

  • Suites

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
  • Snorkelling

  • Yoga

  • Trekking

  • Watersports

  • Cycling

  • Great walks

  • Cooking classes

  • Birdwatching

Map & Location

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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

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