Ayana Komodo

Situated on the glistening white sands of Waecicu Beach on Flores Island, Ayana Komodo is the first five-star resort on the beach and only an hour’s flight from Bali. With a sleek, graceful elegance that contrasts against the rugged beauty of the island, the resort is a hip, stylish base from which to explore the wildlife and extraordinary landscapes of Komodo, or a supremely relaxing and indulgent escape.

The accommodation is light and airy; the floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the room with light and framing the spellbinding views of the azure and turquoise ocean beyond. Each of the thirteen suites and 192 guestrooms are tastefully appointed, their design minimal yet sumptuous, with neutral tones injected with luxury in the marble bathrooms and crisp bed linens. Private balconies afford beautiful vistas over the changing colours of the ocean, while rain showers and bathtubs with ocean views set the scene for indulgent relaxation.

With six bars and restaurants to choose from you need never leave the resort to sample such delights as freshly caught sushi in the Japanese zen garden surrounds of HonZEN or lobster with sunset views at Kisik Grill. Hang out in the loungers and glamorous gazebos of the hip UNIQUE Rooftop bar to watch the sun drop into the sapphire waters of the ocean and dine at Rinca before walking straight onto the soft white sands of the beach.

Children and adults are well catered for at Ayana, with a spa, two pools, a gym, kid’s club and kid’s jetty pool. Be energised by the spectacular ocean views as you work out or enjoy a sunset yoga session on the charming wooden deck. Children can make the most of their own private beach and jetty pool, making Ayana Komodo ideal for families.

The location of Ayana Komodo lends itself to either activity-filled days, or simply unwinding with leisurely walks along the white sands of Waecicu Beach. Search out the infamous Komodo dragon on Rinca Island, explore the turquoise waters on a kayak and stand-up paddleboard or the underwater marine world as you dive or snorkel in this natural paradise.