The Most Popular Overseas Hotel

AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach, nestled within harbour city Labuan Bajo, the gateway to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Komodo National Park, stands as a beacon of luxury and tranquillity, solidifying its status as a premier luxury destination with its recent triumph at the Travel + Leisure China Travel Awards 2023. The resort clinched the prestigious title of Most Popular Overseas Hotel, a testament to its unwavering dedication to providing unrivalled experiences to travellers from around the world.

Travel+Leisure China Travel Awards 2023 is an annual awards programme that recognises excellence in the travel and hospitality industry across the world. In the Chinese edition of this authoritative awards programme, honourees comprise the most exceptional brands in the travel industry. To be recognised as the Most Popular Overseas Hotel holds significant importance among the travel industry, making this accolade highly respected and sought-after by hotels and resorts worldwide.

Capturing the essence of Flores’s rich cultural heritage and natural splendour, AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach offers a luxurious haven for discerning travellers. Boasting 13 Full Ocean View Suites and 192 Deluxe Full Ocean View Rooms, each elegantly appointed room provides breath-taking vistas of the Flores Sea, creating an unforgettable backdrop for relaxation and rejuvenation. The resort's pioneering design by world-renowned architectural firm WATG seamlessly blends with the lush surroundings, offering guests a seamless integration with nature.

Committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach actively supports marine conservation efforts and implements eco-friendly practices to protect the pristine environment surrounding the resort. From indulgent spa treatments to exhilarating excursions aboard AYANA Cruises, every aspect of the resort's offerings is designed to immerse guests in the unparalleled beauty of the Komodo Islands while leaving a positive impact on the planet.

"Winning the Most Popular Overseas Hotel title at the Travel + Leisure China Travel Awards 2023 is an immense honour for all of us at AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach," expressed Dermot Birchall, General Manager of AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach. "This award bears testament to our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional experiences for our guests and showcases the dedication of our team in delivering personalised and memorable stays. We are truly grateful for the recognition and look forward to continuing to exceed the expectations of every guest who walks through our doors.”

Located on a peninsular just north of the small town of Labuan Bajo on Flores Island in East Indonesia, AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach is a five-star resort with 205 ocean-facing guest rooms and suites and seven distinct dining options. An ideal gateway to the UNESCO Heritage- listed Komodo National Park, the resort caters to all age groups and offers a diverse array of activities and experiences managed end-to-end by the property. Guests can engage in marine conservation activities, enjoy a romantic dinner on a private deck, practice yoga overlooking the water, and indulge in locally inspired spa treatments.

AYANA Cruises also invites guests to explore Komodo National Park aboard the star of its fleet, the 54-meter luxury wooden ship, the AYANA Lako D’ia. Available for privately chartered or shared multi-day cruising adventures, the magnificent vessel features five-star accommodation and AYANA’s signature five-star hospitality for up to 18 guests. Travelers can also immerse themselves in the region’s rich biodiversity aboard AYANA Cruise’s four other vessels: the AYANA Lako Sae, a stylish three-deck cruise boat; the AYANA Lako Cama, a 12-meter speed boat for intimate day trips; the AYANA Lako Lelo, a 12-meter boat for fishing trips; and the AYANA Lako Taka, a custom-made glass-bottom boat. The resort’s world class luxury and AYANA’s signature five-star hospitality make AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Cruise the ideal choice for families, friends and romantic getaways, and the ultimate way to discover the natural wonders of Komodo National Park.

Established in 2009, AYANA Hospitality comprises ten luxury hotels and residences portfolio: AYANA Villas Bali, AYANA Segara Bali, AYANA Resort Bali, RIMBA by AYANA Bali, and AYANA Residences Bali inside the AYANA Bali; AYANA Midplaza Jakarta and AYANA Residences Jakarta in Jakarta; AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach in Labuan Bajo; and, Delonix Hotel Karawang and Delonix Residences in Karawang. AYANA Hospitality is recognized for its genuinely caring and attentive service inspired by its guiding principle Tri Hita Karana, a Balinese philosophy for life that evokes harmonious living with inner-being, other human beings, and nature. AYANA means “a place of refuge” in Sanskrit; AYANA Hospitality properties are where peace, harmony and happiness are embodied and celebrated.

Contacts:

Oka Ciptantio Octorama
E oka.octorama@ayana.com
T +62 812-1806-6808

Haruka Yoshimura
E haruka.yoshimura@ayana.com
T +62 812-4614-7561