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Alamayah
Sumba
A six-suite wellness retreat on Kerewei Beach with an Ayurvedic spa.
Island · No. 10 in Indonesia
Boutique hotels in Sumba
Sumba is a wild island of thatched villages, megalithic tombs and long surf beaches, home to some of Asia's finest retreats.
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Where to stay in Sumba
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Cap Karoso
Sumba
A design-led resort by the sea in northwest Sumba.
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Lelewatu Resort
Sumba
Cliff-top villas inspired by Sumbanese architecture, with a clifftop restaurant.
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NIHI Sumba
Sumba
A celebrated barefoot-luxury resort of villas above a famous surf break, with a clifftop safari spa.
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The Sanubari
Sumba
Six beachfront villas surrounded by unspoiled beaches and hills.
Sumba, south of Flores, is one of Indonesia's most traditional islands. Its villages of high-peaked thatched houses, stone tombs and the animist Marapu religion survive alongside savanna hills and long, empty beaches. The ritual Pasola horseback festival in February and March is one of the country's most dramatic events.
Where to stay
The west coast has the most beautiful resorts, set on cliffs and surf beaches. Many combine luxury with community and conservation programs.
Good to know
Fly to Tambolaka from Bali. The best weather is from April to October.
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Questions about Sumba
How many boutique hotels are there in Sumba?
We list 5 boutique hotels in Sumba, including Alamayah, Cap Karoso and Lelewatu Resort.
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