“A stunning island escape, championing local art & cuisine from the organic farm, all in tandem with the community. Slick spaces feature modern art, traditional textiles & crafts and unique experiences abound; the visionary French owners seek to inspire creatives & explorers of all ages. Magnificent.”

Recommended for

  • Eco break

    • Strong eco credentials include an organic farm, community outreach, green villa roofs, water treatment & no plastic packaging
  • Families

    • A family holiday dream, with large villas, a superb kids club and fun activities galore
  • Designer

    • Bitte Design Studio led the interiors in collaboration with craftspeople from Sumba; the resort works closely with the community
  • Artworks

    • Artworks by French-Indonesian painter Ines Katamso, textiles by Sumba artisans & pieces on Marapu culture by Indonesian artists
  • Great walks

    • Follow hiking trails on paper maps towards the island's interior to discover shimmering waterfalls and colourful birdlife
  • Kids Club

    • The Little Adventurers club offers riding, cooking, art classes & farming workshops for kids up to the age of 12
  • Learning

    • Join village elders for tours of their communities, enriching your stay with an understanding of local customs
  • Yoga

    • Start your day with yoga or pilates on the beach, in the pavilion or on the clifftops overlooking the sea
  • Fishing

    • Hop aboard a hand-carved boat for a traditional fishing trip, grilling your catch upon your return
  • Riding

    • Sumba's sandalwood horses are marvellous, and guided rides are a highlight for guests of all ages
  • Art Classes

    • Check out the creative workshops of the arts residency programme, which champions local craft
  • Owner managed

    • French owners Fabrice and Evguenia Ivara are very much involved with the resort
  • Restaurant

    • Casual dining Explorer's Beach Club and gourmet fare at the Julang restaurant
  • On an island

    • On the remote island of Sumba, fifty minutes' flight from Bali
  • Family Suites

    • All villas have at least two bedrooms, plus private pools
  • Spa

    • Experience healing treatments at the Malala Spa
  • Self catering to rent

    • Villas have well-equipped kitchens
  • Cinema

    • Outdoor cinema at the beach club
  • Private Pool

    • Villas have private pools
  • Landmark

  • Cycling

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Boutique

  • Sea Views

  • On the beach

  • Snorkelling

  • Organic food

  • Lively

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • House party feel

  • Luxury

  • 5* Luxury

  • Diving

  • Wellbeing

  • Contemporary

  • Child friendly

  • Charming

  • Quirky

  • Romantic

  • Mountain biking

  • Views

  • Secluded setting

  • Surfing

  • Gym

  • Gourmet

  • Chic

  • Eco

Facilities

  • Rooms

    67 rooms in this hotel
  • Kids Club

    The Little Adventurers club offers riding, cooking, art classes & farming workshops for kids up to the age of 12
  • Swimming Pool

    33-metre infinity pool and a more child-friendly pool at the Explorer's Beach Club
  • Restaurant

    Casual dining Explorer's Beach Club and gourmet fare at the Julang restaurant
  • Bar

    Sip craft cocktails at Apicine, or wine at the Explorer's Beach Club
  • Family Suites

    All villas have at least two bedrooms, plus private pools
  • In room music system

    Klipsch Heritage Groove speakers or a sound system
  • Spa

    Experience healing treatments at the Malala Spa
  • Garden

    Extensive gardens and an organic farm
  • Self catering to rent

    Villas have well-equipped kitchens
  • Cinema

    Outdoor cinema at the beach club
  • Private Pool

    Villas have private pools
  • Bicycles available

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Airport transfer

  • Outdoor dining

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Babysitting

  • Laundry

  • Air conditioning

  • Sitting Room

  • Suites

  • Private villas

  • Concierge

  • Child friendly

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Room service

  • Wifi

  • Views

  • Gym

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

  • Parking

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Follow hiking trails on paper maps towards the island's interior to discover shimmering waterfalls and colourful birdlife
  • Learning

    • Join village elders for tours of their communities, enriching your stay with an understanding of local customs
  • Yoga

    • Start your day with yoga or pilates on the beach, in the pavilion or on the clifftops overlooking the sea
  • Fishing

    • Hop aboard a hand-carved boat for a traditional fishing trip, grilling your catch upon your return
  • Riding

    • Sumba's sandalwood horses are marvellous, and guided rides are a highlight for guests of all ages
  • Art Classes

    • Check out the creative workshops of the arts residency programme, which champions local craft
  • Cycling

  • Snorkelling

  • Diving

  • Mountain biking

  • Surfing

Map & Location

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