Directly situated on the shore of a turquoise lagoon and within close proximity to nearby traditional villages, Cap Karoso is perfectly located to immerse yourself in Sumba’s beauty, rich heritage, and wild topography. There are 44 rooms and 20 two- and three-bedroom villas, each celebrating Sumbanese culture with custom-made art and ceramics, combined with modern comforts.
Located a short cycle from the property, Cap Karoso’s organic farm began in 2019 on a nearby three-hectare plot. What was once unused, rocky land is now covered in fertile organic gardens and provides many of the ingredients used in the property’s restaurants. The farm also hosts a training programme in landscaping and farming skills with the aim of offering younger generations valuable skills in agriculture. Finding a balance between cultural discovery and indulgence, the resort offers a wide variety of activities to choose from, including but not exclusive to, agricultural lessons, fishing experiences, village visits, cooking classes, birdwatching tours, and sunset cruises.
Other facilities at the Cap Karoso include two large swimming pools, three restaurants, a creative kids' club and a Malala Spa located in a traditional Sumbanese house in the heart of the resort.
OUR OPINION:
Luxury lifestyle in an awe-inspiring location, Cap Karoso is the gateway to western Sumba and beyond.
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Rooms
Even the lead-in studio at Cap Karoso has plenty of space and arguably some of the best views of the entire property. All rooms feature king-size beds and walk-in showers along with bespoke artwork and hand-crafted ceramics. Neutral tones and clean lines are broken by the occasional splash of colour of local textiles and there’s a distinct indoor/outdoor living concept with each room boasting a terrace, garden, or beach access. There are also 20 villas, each with private swimming pool, outdoor living space, and direct beach access from the three-bedroom Beachfront Villa.
Location
Cap Karoso is located on the western point of Sumba Island approximately 50 minutes' drive from Tambolaka Airport.
Food and drink
Guests have several dining options to choose from including The Beach Club, an all-day beachside restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and a choice of Indonesian dishes, Julang — a blend of fine-dining and a community table with regular visiting chefs from around the world, and Apicine — an Indo-Basque tapas bar right by the pool.
Tour ideas in Sumba
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Cap Karoso as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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- Pantai Marosi 31 miles away
- Tambolaka 23 miles away
- Komodo Island 75 miles away
- Flores 161 miles away
- Moyo Island 130 miles away
- Mount Rinjani 186 miles away
- Lombok 187 miles away
- Medana Bay 208 miles away
- Senggigi 210 miles away