Lelewatu Resort Sumba Bewertungen

Wir checkten ein und machten uns auf den Weg zu unserer Klippenvilla. Die Villa hatte sich stark verändert, das Niveau des Schwimmbades wies einen Unterschied von +|- 10 cm auf. Der Strom funktionierte nicht, kein Wasser, der Pool funktionierte nicht und das Wasser war trüb... Ein Techniker kam, um den Strom wiederherzustellen, der nach 5 Minuten wieder ausfiel….. Nach 2 Stunden und langen Verhandlungen beschlossen sie, die Villa zu wechseln, angeblich ein Upgrade … Überall in den leeren Blumenkästen Stummel, Nägel, die aus dem Poolboden ragen…. Für ein sogenanntes 5-Sterne-Hotel ist die Instandhaltung dürftig, die Gärten schlecht gepflegt usw. usw Die Auswahl der Speisekarte ist sehr dürftig, obwohl es in der Umgebung kein Restaurant gibt… Sehr enttäuschend für ein Hotel dieser Kategorie Keine Aktivitäten im Angebot… Der Safe ist nicht an der Wand befestigt und daher nicht sicher. Glücklicherweise sind die Mitarbeiter vor Ort sehr herzlich und hilfsbereit.

We have loved our stay at Lelewatu and feel very grateful to have been able to experience staying there. We stayed in a cliff pool view villa, the view is spectacular, the villa itself is so beautifully designed and very clean. The pool is a nice size, very clean and has such a beautiful outlook. The bathtub is lovely overlooking the ocean and fills up very fast with clean water. The bed is comfortable with soft and clean linen. The staff are all very helpful and kind and we really have enjoyed all meals that have been lovingly prepared and delivered to our room. As we were celebrating our anniversary the staff organised a beautiful table setting for dinner which was such a kind gesture. Although neither of these two things would deter us from staying again they are worth noting. 1 the villa floor itself is noticeably unlevel and tilts down a little towards the back wall of the villa. 2 If you are a surfer this location does prove a little difficult and the hotel itself does not have a boat for transfers nor were they able to supply us with a rental bike that has a surfboard rack. As my husband is an experienced rider and has previous experience of navigating in rural areas using google maps he managed, although the trips to find the waves were not too comfortable without having a surfboard rack. If you have your own car or rent a car with a driver that is familiar with the area this may be fine for you to get to the local surf spots which are all around 30 minutes from the hotel. There is surf at nearby Nihi however that beach is private for hotel guests only. This is an ideal resort for honeymooners, couples of families looking for peace and tranquility.

Nice & neat room, friendly staff, marvelous scenery to enjoy

Beautiful hotel! There are only a few resort type hotel on the islandZ and this worth every buck to spend the day chilling in the room, by the pool and ordering room service. Food quality is great. Staffs are nice. Also there are not many restaurant options on the island. And we were able to see the milky way right from the room. Stunning!

Lelewatu is an example of understated luxury in Sumba Island, which is much off the beaten track compared to other parts of Indonesia. The staff is very attentive but low key at the same time. The restaurant is great, especially on local choices. The villas are spacious with really high ceilings, a great pool and plenty of privacy. Will miss sleeping at the sound of the waves.

Beautiful location and villas, food at the restaurant is good. Service was good until they asked me for an outrageous amount when I asked for an additional blanket. That sort of ruined the experience but everything else was super nice.

This place was stunning! The views, the room, the staff all were top quality. The food could be improved but very good considering the lack of restaurants in the area. Thank you for an amazing stay.

One of the best resorts in Sumba.

雖然坐了三趟飛機才到，但是絕對值得，風景太美了，服務尤其好，會記住每個人的名字，酒店裡住了很少，包酒店的感覺。

Hotel inesquecível!! A equipe faz de tudo para agradar e o lugar é incrível !

Eine zwei geteilte Bewertung. Das Resort ist teilweise unter Renovierung. Der Service ist top , auch wenn das Team noch zusammen wachsen muss . Das Essen inkl Frühstück ist sehr gut aber die Getränke haben ein schlechtes Preis Leistungsverhältnis. Das Gym ist ok mit neuen Geräten . Der Buttler jederzeit erreichbar , aber das Team ist zu klein . Der Pool ist super und unsere bereits renovierte Villa war sehr gut .All in All ist es Ok , aber kein Management trifft hier Entscheidungen.

Before arriving at this hotel, I had some concerns after reading a few negative reviews. However, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the weather was consistently clear during our stay, allowing us to relish stunning sunsets daily from our accommodation and gaze at the stars in the night sky. Although the hotel, being by the seaside, may not boast entirely new amenities, its traditional thatched roofs add to its charm, bringing us closer to nature. Each morning, the delightful sound of birdsong atop the roof greeted us, and while the occasional bug may find its way in, it added to the authentic experience. While some may find this challenging, the warm and attentive staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The staff made every effort to communicate effectively and cater to our needs. We thoroughly enjoyed the recommended dishes, which were deliciously prepared. Furthermore, unlike hotels in Bali, the water here is exceptionally clean. We brought a shower filter with us, but it turned out to be unnecessary because the water was so pristine. Thanks to the perfect weather, we were able to enjoy the hotel even more. On a separate note, for those planning a trip to Sumba, embracing the local nature, culture, and cuisine with an open mind is essential. With the assistance of a knowledgeable local English-speaking guide, we were able to immerse ourselves fully in the rich tapestry of experiences that Sumba has to offer. This allowed us to overlook any minor inconveniences, including the condition of our accommodation, and fully appreciate the journey. Our time in Sumba was truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, and we depart with cherished memories that will endure forever.

What a stunning location, about 90 minutes drive from Sumba Airport and set down a very steep hill on the waters edge overlooking the ocean. There is something really special about being able to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean, open your balcony doors in the morning & drink your tea whilst watching the waves. As with most Asian hotels it was hurt badly by Covid, talking to the staff it was completely shut & only had security staff for over 2 years. There is clearly work that needs to be done & is being done to being it back to its former glory but I would say this is predominantly in the grounds rather than the villas. We had a beautiful pool villa overlooking the ocean v6. As mentioned by other reviewers the whole villa was on a slant there had clearly been some sort of land movement but that's a bit out of the hotels control. The room was lovely & rustic with huge daybeds indoors & outdoors & a big bath tub, my only complaint would have been the water pressure, not for the bath but shower & toilet. The transfer & trip we organised through the hotel had really comfy cars, on our way from the airport they even offered to stop at the supermarket so we could pick up supplies as there is nothing round the hotel. The trip was less a tour & more a driver, paying in each place for a guide, but nether the less we enjoyed the stunning scenery of Sumba & it was good value. There is only one restaurant in the hotel, but a pretty large menu, good choice of wine by the bottle & not bad value given its your only option. It overlooks the main pool area which is stunning. The only downside was the staff doing Karaoke which to be honest rather spoilt a quiet sunbathe or dinner/drinks. This seemed to happen the first few days we were there and then thankfully stopped. We had one 90 minute massage in the spa which was open sided & overlooked the ocean, the setting, treatment & value were fantastic. Overall I would thoroughly recommend staying here, there are some very expensive resorts on Sumba but Lelewatu seems to strike a great balance of good value & stunning setting. Its also worth contacting them directly if you find it cheaper on a booking site as they were willing to match for me & obviously it means more $ goes to them to support the refurbishment of the grounds & unused villas.

Our stay was such a disappointment, not only because the property has so much potential but because the staff really tried hard to be helpful. Unfortunately, the place is very poorly run. The staff, as friendly as they are, barely speak any English. Their uniforms are also dirty. The room, as much potential as it has, is falling apart. Windows don't close properly, showers have no pressure and the toilet barely flushes. Mosquito nets are also full of holes, rendering them useless. We also only found used toiletries in the bathroom. There was also no bannister on the staircase down to the room, with a fairly violent drop if one were to fall off the edge (which can be easily done). The staff, while friendly, are also not particularly conscientious. Dangerous driving from the hotel meant we almost had a collision on at least two occasions (even trying to overtake another Lelewatu vehicle en-route). The golf cart down to the rooms was also overloaded and didn't feel safe but the poor English skills made it practically impossible to communicate this. There is also no manager on site (they're based in Bali), which means problems are almost impossible to resolve. In any case, said manager also doesn't speak English. Said management also appears to be deleting reviews on Google (of which I have screenshots). The quality of the food is very poor; a bread basket that came with breakfast is made up of cheap local rolls that are stale and dry, having more in common with cheap pre-slice