About this hotel
General information
Plataran Komodo Resort & Spa is tucked away on secluded Waecicu beach near Labuan Bajo, on the island of Flores. Its villas sit between the sand and a green hillside that looks out to Bidadari Island and the Flores Sea. It is a small resort of 18 residences — from one-bedroom villas to two-bedroom homes with their own pools — where traditional Indonesian décor and handcrafted detail meet contemporary comfort.
The resort belongs to Plataran, an Indonesian collection that shapes its hotels around nature and local culture. Life here is about the sea: snorkelling straight off the shore in the resort's own underwater garden, days out among the islands of Komodo National Park and sunset from a lookout on the hill. The resort also plants coral with its guests and supports the school in the neighbouring village of Rangko.
Location
The resort lies on Waecicu beach near Labuan Bajo, on the island of Flores in East Nusa Tenggara, about 10 minutes by boat from town. Labuan Bajo is the gateway to Komodo National Park: Rinca and Komodo islands, Padar Island and Pink Beach are one to two hours away by sea. The resort has its own jetty and a helipad for arrivals and departures.
Spa
Padma Spa takes its name from the lotus flower. The menu covers massages, facials and detox programmes built on local herbs and natural ingredients, and hatha yoga sessions are held too.
Sports & leisure
Plataran Water World offers snorkelling, canoes and boogie boards right by the villas, and the glass-walled gym pavilion, with cardio and strength equipment, looks out over Waecicu beach. Yoga is held on the beach, and 200 steps lead up to the Plataran Hill lookout, where guests gather for sunset and breakfast is laid out at dawn.
- day trips by boat among the islands of Komodo National Park, snorkelling off Kelor Island and other reefs
- guided visits to Komodo National Park: Rinca and Komodo islands, home of the Komodo dragon, a hike on Padar Island, Pink Beach and Kalong Island
- a picnic and water sports on a secluded island
- trips to the Cunca Lolos and Cunca Plias waterfalls, the Batu Cermin and Rangko caves and a fishing village
- a cooking class with a visit to the local market
- cultural outings to Todo village and the Cancar rice fields, to Wae Rebo village and into Manggarai culture
- a bicycle ride to the school in Rangko village to deliver books to its pupils, and coral planting
Restaurants & bars
Xanadu, an open-air restaurant and bar, serves Indonesian and Asian dishes and seafood from the day's catch from morning until late evening. The resort also sets up beach barbecues, candlelit dinners under the stars, a private dinner on the jetty with a butler, a bonfire dinner with an Indonesian feast of many small dishes and a sunrise breakfast on the hill.
Swimming
Waecicu beach lies in front of the resort, and the main pool sits right beside the sand. Along the shore, the Sea Garden underwater park — 200 m long and 20 m wide, with coral, marine life and submerged sculptures — makes for snorkelling without taking a boat. The Presidential Pool, Duplex Pool and Hanging Pool residences and Founder's Home have private pools.
Rooms
There are 18 residences in eleven categories — one- and two-bedroom villas by the beach, in the gardens and on the hillside, some with private pools. Interiors pair traditional Indonesian décor with a contemporary look.
A writing desk, TV, minibar, tea and coffee facilities, complimentary bottled water, a safe, bathrobes, slippers, a hairdryer, an IDD phone, daily turndown, an umbrella, a torch and mosquito repellent.
Honeymoon Residence
One-bedroom villa set in tropical gardens with views of Bidadari Island and the sea; a large veranda, a spacious bathroom, direct beach access and a private sun lounger. King bed, for two adults.
Deluxe Garden Residence
One-bedroom villa in a private garden a few steps from Waecicu beach, with Indonesian décor given a contemporary touch. King bed, rain shower and bathtub; for two adults.
Deluxe Beachfront Residence
One-bedroom villa with a veranda just steps from the beach and the main pool, looking over the water of Waecicu bay. King bed.
Ecotourism Sanctuary Residence
Modern villa with wood and marble interiors, Indonesian artworks and up-to-date technology, its indoor and outdoor spaces facing the open sea. King bed.
Exclusive Modern Residence
One-bedroom villa near the beach overlooking Bidadari Island and the Flores Sea, with a large veranda or private garden and direct beach access. King bed.
Presidential Pool Residence
Secluded villa right on the shore, made for couples: an indoor-outdoor bathroom, a large furnished veranda, a private 9 × 3.6 m pool and sun loungers on the beach. King bed.
Two-Bedroom Limasan Beachfront Residence
Traditional-style two-bedroom villa a few steps from Waecicu beach, with a large veranda and a private garden. Two king beds.
Two-Bedroom Beachfront Residence
Two-bedroom villa in a leafy corner close to the beach, with touches of traditional Indonesian design. A king bed in one bedroom and twin beds in the other.
Duplex Pool Residence
Two-storey, two-bedroom villa: the main bedroom opens onto a large terrace, a private garden, a 7 × 3.5 m private pool and a sundeck, and the second has a balcony. A living area, a terrazzo bathtub and direct beach access; two king beds.
Hanging Pool Residence
One of three hillside villas, each with a private infinity pool and views over Komodo National Park, plus dining and lounge areas and a light-filled bathroom with bathtub and rain shower. King bed, for two adults.
Founder's Home
Garden villa near Waecicu beach with views of the shore, a private infinity pool and dining and lounge areas. King bed, rain shower and bathtub; for two adults.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual room layout, furnishings, décor, views and amenities may differ from those shown and may vary between rooms of the same category. Hotel and room descriptions are based on information provided by the property and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but are not guaranteed. The hotel may renovate or change its rooms, facilities, restaurants and services at any time without notice. The final details of your stay are confirmed at the time of booking. See our Terms of Use.