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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6, 2026

10 Best Resorts in Indonesia 2026: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts on the magical islands of Indonesia.

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  • Nihi SumbaHotelDiscover wild nature and ancient traditions at NIHI resorts.
  • Elsewhere
  • The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, BaliHotelNusa Dua, IndonesiaSet within the larger, exclusive Nusa Dua resort region, and on one of Bali’s most beautiful beaches.
  • Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton ReserveHotelUbud, IndonesiaThis jungle property, one of a few Ritz-Carlton Reserves in the world, achieves something rare—it feels pristine yet…
  • Raffles BaliHotelJimbaran, IndonesiaGo for the divine dose of luxury hospitality, stay for the thriving nature reserve atmosphere and blissful dining.
  • The St. Regis Bali ResortHotelNusa Dua, IndonesiaOccupying a prime tranche of sea coast in the resort enclave of Nusa Dua, the St.
  • Alila Villas UluwatuHotelUluwatu, IndonesiaThe striking latticework rectangles of Alila Uluwatu, an all-villa resort set high on a cliff on the Bukit Peninsula,…
  • The Apurva Kempinski BaliHotelNusa Dua, IndonesiaBook a stay at The Apurva Kempinski Bali located in Nusa Dua, Bali and enjoy 5 star luxury.
  • Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak BeachHotelSeminyak, IndonesiaStay at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach, a 5-star beachfront resort in Seminyak with rooms, villas, dining, wellness…
  • Mulia ResortHotelNusa Dua, IndonesiaIt can be tough to navigate Bali when you're bringing the family along; resorts trend toward pleasing couples, with…
  • COMO Uma UbudHotelUbud, Indonesia
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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.

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  • Nihi SumbaHotelSister property to Nihi Rote, fronting a coveted wave.
  • Elsewhere
  • Nihi Rote and Hospitality AcademyHotelRote Island, IndonesiaSister property to Nihi Sumba, fronting a coveted wave.
  • NammoRestaurantRote Island, IndonesiaBeach club with poolside restaurant and watersports instructors.
  • Bo’a breakSightRote Island, IndonesiaSurf spot located in front of Nammo beach club.
  • Rote Hospitality AcademyPlaceRote Island, IndonesiaTrainees prepared traditional song, dance, and a local feast.
  • IndikaRestaurantRote Island, IndonesiaServes fruit bowls until 5:30 p.m.
  • Rote Island HutsHotelRote Island, IndonesiaNonprofit retreat channeling income into local education.
  • Sardine Beach RoteHotelRote Island, IndonesiaSpectacular three-villa property in five acres of gardens.
  • Mick’s Place RoteHotelRote Island, IndonesiaThree delightful beachfront bungalows with private courtyards.
  • 81 PalmsHotelRote Island, IndonesiaSix A-frame cabins plus four smaller bungalows.
  • Next DoorHotelRote Island, IndonesiaFour smaller bungalows near T-Land break.
  • T-Land breakSightRote Island, IndonesiaSurf spot located at Nemberala Beach.
  • Nemberala BeachSightRote Island, IndonesiaBeach near the T-Land surf break.
  • COMO Uma UbudHotelUbud, Indonesia
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 12

On an Equine Therapy Retreat in Indonesia, Letting the Horses Dig Up Old Feelings

I joined equine healer Candice Webster at Nihi Sumba to experience a retreat built around trust, intuition, and the extraordinary sensitivity of horses.

7 things in this story
  • Nihi SumbaHotelUltra-luxurious hotel settled at the shoreline
  • Candice WebsterPlaceEquine healer with a reputation for transformative trauma work
  • Nihioka sanctuarySightCeremonies are held here, an hour's ride from the hotel
  • Carol SharpePlaceNihi's onsite horse whisperer, launched the equine program in 2013
  • Sandalwood poniesPlaceFree-roaming ponies that canter along the beach
  • MarapuPlaceIsland's ancestral animist religion, reveres horses as 'untamed nobles'
  • HunterPlaceA large bay native Sandalwood horse
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