The property is gorgeous up on the cliffs with the ocean views and plunge pools and the staff is so attentive and amazing. Really beautiful there and very clean.

The food was not the best for the price you pay for it and for the quality of the hotel. It is also far away from surf locations and other things.

Lelewatu is a really welcome and comfortable hotel in South/East Sumba. Their Villages are really good, awesome view and really close to the sea. Amazing spot to enjoy unique sunsets. Everything was cleaned and with good facilities. The staff is really kind, some doens't speak well english but they are always available and smilling and makes part of sumba experience. Mr Bagus, hotel Manager, was always welcoming, doing his best to provide a good experience. Rysda was lovely and kind and contributes a lot for our good experience in Lelewatu. She could be responsible to improve the quality of the dishes in the restaurant. We did a massage and the therapist was really good, one of the best massages we did.

The big point to improve will be the restaurant - the food is not bad but is not good for a 5 starts hotel and specially for Indonesia. the prices are really high for the type of dishes or drinks asked for in Sumba context.

Very secluded and quiet. The private villa with pool was spectacular as were the ocean views. The food from the restaurant was properly prepared and good. Since it was low season, they were out of quite a few menu items.

Since it is secluded, you will eat every meal at the resort unless you pay for an excursion (900k+) or pay to go to town (which is far). I'd definitely opt for the free breakfast as that helps the wallet a bit. The food is very exepnsive as is the room service. 120k for chicken satay, 900k+ for a wine bottle and 1.5+ juta for 700ml liquor. You're allotted only 2 small waters per pax/per day, that isn't enough in my opinion. So bring what drinks you can from the airport or town!

the room is very nice, big, there is exceptional view

so why not a perfect score? Well, probably in view of the difficult times, there is a lack of staff, of cleanness also. the service at the restaurant is too slow, this in spite of the perfect dedication of the remaining staff

Breakfast and other meals were good, considering that a lot of western produce is not easy to source. We went for the peace and quiet holiday and away from the hectic Bali scene and got what we hoped for. We enjoyed how the local employees were doing their utmost to make you feel comfortable.

For a day on the beach you had to use a car and drive for about 20 minutes. The roads were reasonable and quiet, we only experienced one traffic jam as we were passing the local Saturday market, which was a unique scene as most trades were based on barter system.

My husband and I had the most wonderful honeymoon at Lelewatu Resort. Photos really don't do the place justice, you have to be there to fully experience the magic! The location was absolutely stunning, we felt like we were at the edge of the world. Our villa overlooking the ocean was hands down the best place we stayed in during our trip to Indonesia; the private pool was such a luxury, and the room was tastefully decorated and comfortable. It was so special to see dolphins from our room every day! The staff were extremely friendly, professional, and welcoming. They went above and beyond to make sure we had the best stay; we felt very safe with our excellent driver Rudy, the general manager Bagus personally picked us up from the airport, Wanto took amazing photos of our sunrise horse-riding experience, and Colin was always ready to greet us with a smile and interesting facts about Sumba. We had zero communication difficulties during our stay. The food was delicious, with plenty of options to choose from; we enjoyed both room service (particularly for breakfast) and also eating in the main dining area. We were able to fully appreciate Sumba's natural beauty and cultural significance in a short period of time (3 days) through the day trips organised by the resort, which were private and fully personalised; the staff were extremely flexible, and tailored the tours according to our interests and schedules. We couldn't have asked for a better stay on this unique island!

An Unforgettable Stay! Staying at Lelewatu Resort was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had! From the warm welcome to the cozy room with stunning views, everything was truly memorable. Service The staff at the resort were incredibly friendly, professional, and always ready to assist. They ensured all our needs were met promptly and thoughtfully, making us feel genuinely valued as guests. Accommodation The room we stayed in was exceptionally comfortable. It was spacious, spotless, and offered breathtaking ocean views. Amenities like a private pool and a plush bed added to the overall comfort of our stay. Facilities & Activities The resort offers a variety of exciting activities. We tried the traditional spa, which was incredibly relaxing – a cultural experience not to be missed! There are also local tours, horse riding, and much more to enjoy. We highly recommend Lelewatu Resort to anyone looking for the perfect getaway. We can’t wait to return!

Wonderful stay at Lelewatu! The staff was very friendly, welcoming and nice! Even though the English was poor, it did not matter since the staff was very attentive and helpful. They arranged for us to go horse riding, which was great yet tricky without much experience and without a saddle, but that did not matter especially on the beautiful horses. We had a nice room with big windows with the sea view and to fall asleep with the sound of the waves. There was a private pool with roomservice any time (the springrolls were delicious!!) Terima kasih banyak pak Tanto, mas Anton and the rest of the staff 🙏🏽

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The staff were incredible and the our stay something special. Ridsa made us feel so special and welcome and bent over backwards for us, nothing was a problem. We miss her! Our Villa was stunning with the best views. We can see turtles and dolphins daily.

Overall everything was fabulous. Perhaps the menu could have a few more options. But it wasn't really an issue. We meal we found things we liked.

everything in this resort are beautiful so nature and peaceful , the room was amazing, and i can see the dolphin from our balcony, its very wonderful experience, all the staff very welcome n friendly, the food are tasty, all the service are awesome .we will come back again next year

from airport to the resort it was quite far, but it was ok. so far all are good.