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“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
  • Garden
  • Private Pool
  • Massage
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Safe
  • Concierge
  • Child friendly
  • Spa
  • 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

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
  • Birdwatching
  • Cooking classes
  • Cycling
  • Snorkelling
  • Trekking
  • Great walks
  • Yoga
  • Watersports

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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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