Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
Plataran Komodo Beach Resort is a charming small boutique resort, set in Labuan Bajo on the western tip of Flores island in Indonesia. Situated east of Bali in the Lesser Sundas is the island of Flores, on whose western edge is Labuan Bajo. Nestled in its quiet cove on the picturesque sun-kissed Waecicu Beach, Plataran provides a luxurious base from which to explore some of the world’s best diving spots, and is close to the launch point for boat trips to Komodo National Park.
Overlooking the Flores Sea, Plataran Komodo Beach Resort & Spa has just twelve traditionally styled, timber-built villas. All adorned with beautifully carved wood and decorated in a simple, rustic style, they are set within a lush tropical garden, just steps away from the beach. Its main Xanadu restaurant serves traditional and western cuisine focussed on freshly caught seafood while Atlantis on the Rock offers a sunset setting perfect for afternoon tea or sundowners.
Labuan Bajo is a small fishing town which has become an important launch pad for boats to the Komodo National Park. Plataran Komodo Beach Resort has a small fleet of boasts for excursions to the Komodo island and for diving expeditions into the Komodo National Park. Other water-based activities include paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkelling and a visit to Goa Rangko saltwater pool. For a cultural experience, Melo Village offers a fascinating insight into the Manggaraian culture.
Amenities
24hr Room ServiceBar/PubChildcare ServicesCoffee ShopConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableFitness CentreLibraryMultilingual StaffOutdoor PoolRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesSalonSpa/SaunaWi-Fi AvailablePlataran Komodo Beach Resort Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
Stay Plataran Komodo Beach Resort has just 12 air-conditioned detached villas. Nestled within the treeline of a private bay, these are built in traditional style from local wood, blending harmoniously with the surrounding forest. Even the lead-in villas are luxurious in size and some have their own private gardens, outdoor bathrooms and private pools. Expect plush king-size beds, outdoor terrace with seating, spacious bathrooms with twin vanities and hand-carved stone baths.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to stay at Plataran Komodo Beach Resort. All villas are spacious in size to accommodate an extra bed. Those seeking more space can opt for the two-bedroom Duplex Pool Villa which has a large furnished terrace, private garden, swimming pool and sundeck. There is a Kid's outdoor playground and the new Plataran Water World, a water activities centre.
Dine Dining options Plataran Komodo Beach Resort include two restaurants. The Patio Xanadu is the beachfront restaurant that serves freshly caught seafood, Indonesian specialities and Western favourites. The Atlantis on the Rock Restaurant, perched a few metres above the ground with panoramic views, offers a great spot to relax with a refreshing drink and Indonesian and International comfort food.
Relax The Plataran Komodo Beach Resort’s signature Padma spa has two treatment rooms and offers six treatments ranging from relaxation massages to intense detox programs. For those wanting to keep fit, there is a gym which is for guests' exclusive use. Alternatively, guests can unwind in the large swimming pool, positioned right next to the beach with sun loungers, and there are ample spaces within the tropical forest for yoga and meditation.
Experience There are plenty of activities to keep you occupied here. You can charter one of Plataran's many boats including Plataran Phinisi Komodo equipped with snorkelling gear, and explore the colourful marine life in the coral reefs. Take a trip to Rinca Island, where your guide will lead you to find the Komodo dragon, lizards so big they occasionally chow down on water buffalo. Other day trips include a visit to Cunca Rami Waterfall, one of the many caves and saltwater pools nearby.
Location Plataran Komodo Beach Resort sits on a secluded spot on Waecicu Beach in Laban Bajo, a coastal town on the island of Flores in eastern Indonesia.
Getting there Plataran Komodo Beach Resort can be reached by several daily domestic flights to Komodo Airport from Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, Bali or Singapore. From Komodo Airport the property is a 20-minute drive continued by a 10-minute boat ride from Labuan Bajo Harbour.
When to go Straddling the equator, Indonesia tends to have a fairly even climate year-round. Rather than four seasons, Indonesia has two – wet and dry – and there are no extremes of temperature between winter and summer. In most parts of Indonesia, the wet season falls between October and April and the dry season between May and September. December and January see Indonesia at its most humid and rain tends to come in sudden tropical downpours, but it can also rain for more prolonged periods.
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