Nihi Rote and Hospitality Academy, Rote Island

Condé Nast TravelerSep 14

At Nihi Rote and Hospitality Academy, Exploring Eastern Indonesia by Boat and Board

A far cry from Bali, the remote Indonesian island has long been a go-to amongst surfers. Now, Nihi Rote and Hospitality Academy is ushering in a new crowd of quiet-seekers.

Sister property to Nihi Sumba, fronting a coveted wave.

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Nihi Rote and Hospitality AcademyHotelSister property to Nihi Sumba, fronting a coveted wave.
NammoRestaurantBeach club with poolside restaurant and watersports instructors.
Bo’a breakSightSurf spot located in front of Nammo beach club.
Rote Hospitality AcademyPlaceTrainees prepared traditional song, dance, and a local feast.
IndikaRestaurantServes fruit bowls until 5:30 p.m.
Rote Island HutsHotelNonprofit retreat channeling income into local education.
Sardine Beach RoteHotelSpectacular three-villa property in five acres of gardens.
Mick’s Place RoteHotelThree delightful beachfront bungalows with private courtyards.
81 PalmsHotelSix A-frame cabins plus four smaller bungalows.
Next DoorHotelFour smaller bungalows near T-Land break.
T-Land breakSightSurf spot located at Nemberala Beach.
Nemberala BeachSightBeach near the T-Land surf break.
Elsewhere
Nihi SumbaHotelSumba, IndonesiaSister property to Nihi Rote, fronting a coveted wave.
COMO Uma UbudHotelUbud, Indonesia

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At Nihi Rote and Hospitality Academy, Exploring Eastern Indonesia by Boat and Board