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Sumba Nautil Resort

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Patiala Bawa - Lamboya | SUMBA BARAT, Sumba, Indonesia
Ranked #2 of 3 hotels in Sumba
4.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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Bali, Indonesia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

We stayed in the shared villa which is set a little away from the main resort. A cheaper option aimed at surfers and budget travellers the room was comfortable and clean. We were here in low season so actually had the whole place to ourselves (and the one live in staff member - a little awkward.). The view from the... More

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Jakarta, Indonesia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

Very nice little resort overlooking the south coast of Sumba, at ~20 minutes walk from the nearest beach. There's the option of individual cottages or a villa with shared facilities, which is at a fair distance from pool and restaurant. Amazing views either way! Although all beds have mosquito nets and staff spray daily against mosquitoes, you still might want... More

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Utrecht, The Netherlands
2 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2011
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We wanted to stay at this hotel, but decided otherwise when we checked it out. It looked rundown (I think it must've been very nice 40 years ago- not anymore). Negotiating about the price was impossible - management said we should not complain because we are white, and white people have more than enough money to pay for the hotel.... More

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17 December 2011

Our Resort is opened since 2003 and we are used to renovate every year after rainy season, so we are quite surprised .... We are French people (owner and manager) and everyone is friendly welcome : many guests tell us that they feel "at home" . We are used to accommodate surfers with tight budget in villa's rooms as well... More

Witten/Ruhr
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2011
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What a great incredible location, set over a vast, wild bay, with close touch to west Sumba Nature, i spend an unforgettable week with long walks on the deserted, rough tropical beach, discovering old villages, friendly locals, great nature, and, back at the "Nautil", very nice people, beautiful rooms, a nice panoramic Pool for cooling down and good food.

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Amsterdam
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2009
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First of all Sumba-Nautil is NOT at all at the beach, but a good half hour walk up the hill. The French owneress left and the business is now runned by her former Algerian partner.....be prepared for a quantum leap in food and service. Our expericence: - To save money, the electricity is switched off during the day, hence you... More

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torino
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2008
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We stayed at Sumba Nautil with our two kids (9 and 12 ys old) for three nights. The location is great and the sunset from the swimming pool is lovely WE enjoied every moment of our stay. nice excursions to the villages and beaches around the hotel (beware of horse riding without a saddle......they are used to, we aren't !!);... More

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edinburgh
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2007
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Sumba Nautil might initially seem a little expensive, but believe me it is worth it! An oasis of calm and style on the isolated island of Sumba. Lots of local walks, on the doorstep of the famous Pasola and with helpful, discreet staff. The small swimming pool provides much-needed respite from the piercing heat. The food is certainly above average... More

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Vichy, France
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
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Paris, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011
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Plufur, France
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2011
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Patiala Bawa - Lamboya | SUMBA BARAT, Sumba, Indonesia
Price range (per night):* INR2,787 - 8,694

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