Ayana Labuan Bajo: A High-End Hotel And Resort To Watch Komodo Dragons Closer

Ayana Labuan Bajo or Ayana Komodo Resort is the first resort established in the Indonesian popular tourist destination, Labuan Bajo. Labuan Bajo is a fishing village area on Komodo Island. Yes, it is an ideal spot for tourists who want to see one of the world’s rarest animals, the Komodo.

Well, the resort is located at the Waecicu Coast, Labuan Bajo, the District of West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara. Every trip to explore Komodo Island must begin in Labuan Bajo. That’s why spending your time in Ayana Labuan Bajo is recommended.

Interestingly, not only to take a rest, there are some spots in Ayana where you can watch Komodo directly. So, here are further explanations about the resort.

The Conservative Area of Komodo Dragon

Building a resort in Labuan Bajo is a good decision. Although Komodo Island may not be as popular as Bali, it is one of the hidden gems of Indonesia. Sure, it is. Komodo Island is an island for a typical endemic Komodo Dragon.

This special is very rare and currently conserved. Well, Komodo and some small islands around are the only places you can watch the animals. Even if the animal is moved to other areas with similar climates and situations, it cannot live long.

There are some characteristics of Komodo. It looks like a giant lizard with a deadly bite. Besides, it moves quite fast at around 30 km per hour. On the island, the population of Komodo Dragon in 2023 is around 5,700.

The First and the Only High-End Resort on Komodo Island

Sure, before Ayana there have been many places to spend the night in Labuan Bajo Komodo Island. However, most of them are simple inns and hotels only for spending nights. Ayana is the first hotel and resort to be built in this area. Currently, it is also the only high-end accommodation for Labuan Bajo tourists.

Ayana Labuan Bajo offers different things. The hotel and resort itself was famous in Jakarta and Bali before it spread its business in Labuan Bajo. The Ayana Hotel and Resort is well-known for its stunning design. You can also enjoy prestigious and delicious menus as well as it provides high-end service standards.

Rooms and Facilities in Ayana Labuan Bajo

The Ayana Hotel and Resort in Labuan Bajo Komodo Island was opened in the mid of 2018. There are 189 premium rooms and 12 suites to book. It is so good that every room in the hotel is equipped with a large window that faces directly to the coastal scenery. You don’t need to go outside just to see the sunset behind Kukusan Island.

Another facility is a lobby on the 11^th floor with a multifunctional area. Do you want to have an unforgettable wedding day? Well, just book the rooftop area which is really beautiful for a party. The ballroom has a capacity of 200 people.

Ayana Rooftop provides 2 main swimming pools and one shallow pool for kids. Don’t worry, those pools have been internationally standardized and the management guarantees safety when you are there. Still, it is better to watch and take care of the children when they are in the kid’s swimming pool.

Private Beach and Harbor

Your dream to enjoy a private beach may come true here. Ayana Hotel and Resort in Labuan Bajo has an area for a private beach. The beach is closed to the public so that only you and your family can visit it.

Enjoy the moment by watching the scenic landscape or splashing with the tropical water beach. Well, this area is very intimate so it is recommended for a honeymoon.

Not only the private beach but Ayana is also equipped with a private harbor. This harbor is another special tourist spot given only to the guests of the hotel and resort. The scenery of the harbor is also magnificent and unique with typical tropical views.

In the harbor, there is a huge Phinisi Ship anchored. Pinisi is a traditional Indonesian ship and this one in Ayana has been equipped with the touch of modern technology. The ship is quite big with a length of 54 meters and a width of 11 meters. It has 9 bedrooms as well.

Ayana Pinisi Cruise

Well, you have been in the Ayana private harbor. So, it seems not complete if you are not joining the Ayana Pinisi Cruise. The luxury ship brings you to voyage around the island whether only for some hours or to spend some nights in it.

Locally, the Cruise is called Ayana Lako Di’a, meaning the safe trip. Sure, it is because the hotel management has guaranteed the safety and security standards of the ship.

When cruising with it, you will stop in some spots to enjoy the beauty of the spots in the island closer. Yes, you can dive or snorkel in Manta Point. This popular spot is well-known for its schools of Manta or big stingrays crossing at certain times.

And of course, you can watch groups of Komodo dragons in their natural habitats. So, are you interested in visiting Ayana Labuan Bajo?