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Type: Luxury Hotel

Summary: Eco-focused luxury on remote Sumba Island

Feature: Immersive island experiences

Rooms: 64 rooms and villas

Location: Sumba Island, Indonesia

Star rating: 5 Star

Nearest airport: Tambolaka Airport

Transfer: One hour flight from Denpasar Airport to Tambolaka Airport on Sumba Island followed by approximately 50 minutes by private car transfer

Luxury Holidays At Cap Karoso

Touch down on an island less discovered in Indonesia’s southwest Sumba, where one of the world’s best beaches plays host to luxury hotel, Cap Karoso. Surrounded by soft sands, turquoise lagoons, and traditional villages, the resort embraces the delicate ecosystem it sits in, while also engaging with local communities, creating a luxury experience that places life on Sumba at its very core.

A range of contemporary-luxe accommodations caters to all types of travellers, from bijoux studios for two to vast villas for families or groups of friends. Dining experiences are equally eclectic, featuring European-inspired menus that unite with exciting Asian flavours across three distinctive venues, all leveraging farm-fresh ingredients from the resort’s carefully cultivated organic garden. A kids’ club promises adventures for young visitors, while the Malala Spa offers revitalizing treatments infused with locally sourced elements.

The island’s remarkable landscape and vibrant culture are at your fingertips here, and you’re encouraged to explore. From discovering life in traditional Kodi villages to underwater snorkelling adventures and full-day treks through virgin forest, you can connect with the incredible beauty and cultural richness all around.

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Why Cap Karoso is so special...

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Hotel Experiences

Cap Karoso’s carefully curated selection of activities unveils the best of Sumba’s immense beauty and captivating culture. Get under the skin of this fascinating destination on village visits, scenic tours and off-the-beaten-track treks. Back at the resort, look around the organic farm that produces many of the ingredients used in the restaurants’ menus, learn the secrets of Indonesian cuisine at a cooking workshop or try your hand at cocktail making in a mixology masterclass. A range of watersports and surf lessons promise aqua adventures to remember, while complimentary electric and mountain bikes allow you to explore around the hotel at your own pace.

Hotel Experiences at Cap Karoso

Luxury Family Holidays

Treat the family to a luxury beach holiday with a difference – where sugar-soft sands and fun in the pool are complemented by enriching adventures that will inspire young minds. The resort welcomes guests of all ages, ready to immerse them in the island’s natural wonders and fascinating culture. Two- and three-bedroom villas are ideal for families, striking the perfect balance of comfort and privacy, and baby equipment can be requested in advance, as can babysitting services. The Little Adventurers Kids Club caters to children aged four to twelve and truly lives up to its name, ensuring every child leaves with unforgettable memories and newfound skills, from creative crafts to nature explorations.

Luxury Family Holidays at Cap Karoso
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Accommodation and Dining Experiences

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Overview

Overview

A celebration of contemporary architecture and chic styling infused with authentic Sumbanese touches, the 44 rooms and 20 villas at Cap Karoso have been carefully considered to provide the utmost comfort. Airy spaces imbued with the essence of the tropics serve as oases amid lush greenery and sea views, with an indoor-outdoor ethos evident throughout the accommodation portfolio.

Studio

Studio

  • crop_freeSize:42 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Ocean view

Perfectly formed for two people, contemporary studios feature hand-carved wooden detailing, unique ceramics and authentic artifacts for a space that blends modern comfort with spirit of the island. There’s a super-king bed and generous bathroom with double vanity and walk-in shower plus a furnished balcony with ocean views.

Terrace Studio

Terrace Studio

  • crop_freeSize:52 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Garden/ocean view

Nestled in lush greenery close to the beach, the Terrace Studio’s are a peaceful haven for up to three people. Airy and bathed in natural daylight, the accommodation offers indoor-outdoor living at its best, with a wooden deck with day bed to the front and an indoor sitting area with sofa alongside a super king bed inside.

Beach Suite

Beach Suite

  • crop_freeSize:100 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Ocean view

A generous footprint comprises a bedroom with king-sized bed, a living room and luxe bathroom with walk-in shower, outside bathtub and a double vanity. There’s also a private terrace and garden with comfortable sunbeds and space to dine. Imbued with a sense of indoor-outdoor living, al fresco areas connect seamlessly to the interior.

Two-Bedroom Garden Suite

Two-Bedroom Garden Suite

  • crop_freeSize:110 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Garden/ocean view

Made up of two Terrace Studios connected by a semi-outdoor living room and garden, Two-bedroom Garden Suites sleep a maximum of six people. Lush vegetation surrounds them, while the soothing sounds of the ocean can be heard from the shared private terrace, which comes complete with comfortable seating perfect for al fresco relaxation.

2-Bedroom Duplex Maghailo Villa

2-Bedroom Duplex Maghailo Villa

  • crop_freeSize:154 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Ocean view

Offering elevated sea views from its ocean view terrace, a spacious lounge, one king and one twin-bedded room and a cosy BBQ space, this spacious duplex villa promises an exceptional stay on Sumba Island. A private infinity pool and lovely private garden completes the experience.

2-Bedroom Ndara Villa

2-Bedroom Ndara Villa

  • crop_freeSize:180 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Ocean view

Two en suite bedrooms join a fully equipped kitchen, a poolside dining room and a stunning rooftop terrace in this exceptional villa. Enjoy ocean views from your bed in the master suite, soak in the luxurious bath tub under open skies and unwind in the 12x5 m pool – this accommodation is a true haven for relaxation.

3-Bedroom Wo’Yo Villa

3-Bedroom Wo’Yo Villa

  • crop_freeSize:270 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Ocean view

Boasting ocean views from every room, a private L-shaped infinity pool, a generous garden and a wealth of living and dining space, this expansive villa combines the ultimate comfort for up to six people in three luxurious en suite bedrooms.

3-Bedroom Beachfront Ghan’nu Villa

3-Bedroom Beachfront Ghan’nu Villa

  • crop_freeSize:270 m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Beach/ocean view

Experience the epitome of luxury sleeping mere steps from the sea, accessed through your private garden. Each of the three en suite bedrooms look out to the ocean, while a plush beach cabana invites you to relax in the tropical breeze. Relax around the L-shaped pool or on a private sunbed on the beach before enjoy poolside dining and downtime in the secluded lounge.

Overview

Overview

Farm-fresh and French-inspired cuisine graces the menus at Cap Karoso’s three stylish eateries. Ingredients from the resort’s own organic garden add vibrant flavours to dishes that range from relaxed casual fare to innovative fine dining. Villas come equipped with a modern kitchen and BBQ grill should you wish to prepare food yourselves, or you can arrange for a private chef to create meals for your group.

Beach Club

Beach Club

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Casual Mediterranean and Indonesian cuisine
  • checkroomDress Code:Casual/relaxed beach
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:No
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

A laidback “feet in the sand” setting combines with an eclectic menu bursting with global flavours and the freshest catches of the day at this relaxed venue.

Apicine

Apicine

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Contemporary small-plate food
  • checkroomDress Code:Casual/relaxed beach
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:No
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

Poolside panoramas set the stage for Indo-Basque finger foods and refreshing drinks.

Julang

Julang

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Fine dining
  • checkroomDress Code:Smart/smart casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:No
  • local_activityReservation Required:Yes

Offering a unique blend of fine dining with a convivial community vibe, Julang hosts a maximum of 20 guests per dinner for an exclusive and intimate dining experience courtesy of resident chefs from around the world.

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