TA’AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo
Ultra-luxury cultural resort — Indonesian heritage woven into every surface and ritual, butler-grade service, strong focus on sustainability and local provenance
Villa minibars are restocked nightly (complimentary); suite minibars are only complimentary once per stay — ask if unclear
Why It Matters
First overwater villas in the Labuan Bajo region; only international luxury chain hotel in Flores; direct gateway to UNESCO-listed Komodo National Park; deep-dive into Manggarai and Bajo Sea Nomad culture through architecture, dining, and programming; complimentary airport transfer with staff greeting guests at the jet bridge
Marriott's first property in Labuan Bajo — and The Luxury Collection's second in Indonesia — TA'AKTANA opened in May 2024 on 16 hectares of Flores Sea waterfront, a ten-minute drive from Komodo Airport and the UNESCO-listed Komodo National Park. Designed by ANP Interiors, the name means 'green land' in the local Manggarai language, and the architecture earns it: cone-shaped roofs reference the traditional mountain village of Wae Rebo, while spider-web patterns in the stonework and garden layouts echo the region's iconic Lingko rice fields. Seventy accommodations range from hillside junior suites to seven overwater villas floating above a house reef where clownfish and starfish are visible from the terrace. The place runs with the kind of unhurried, name-remembering hospitality that makes guests forget they arrived by small prop plane.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Junior Suite
The baseline room here is not small. At 69 sqm (742 sq ft), these suites sit across three floors of the main building, each with a private balcony and varying degrees of resort and ocean views. Separate bedroom and living areas, warm palette drawing from Flores Sea and sand tones, Egyptian cotton sheets, deep-soaking bathtub with rainfall shower. Minibar is complimentary once per stay. These are the entry point but still feel genuinely luxurious.
King or 2 Doubles · 69 sqmOne-Bedroom Villa
A standalone private villa with its own pool and terrace. At 137 sqm, it is designed for seclusion — a proper private pool (not a plunge pool), sea or garden views, and dedicated 24/7 butler service. Decor blends Bajo seafarer motifs with modern refinement. Minibar restocked nightly.
King or Double · 137 sqmOverwater Sea View Villa
The standout accommodation at TA'AKTANA and the first overwater villas in the Labuan Bajo region. Seven villas float above the Flores Sea on a working jetty pier, facing outward toward a scatter of tiny islands and the harbor. At 195 sqm, each has a wraparound terrace for panoramic views, a freestanding bathtub with uninterrupted ocean sightlines, and macramé headboard artwork depicting neighboring islands and marine life. Phinisi boat relics are incorporated into the design; a gradient carpet references Pink Beach's famous hues. Snorkeling directly from the terrace reveals clownfish, parrotfish, and urchins. 24/7 butler service included.
King · 195 sqmTA'AKTANA Suite
Named for the resort itself, this sea-view suite category sits at 69 sqm with two double beds and sweeping views of the Flores Sea. Design references Wae Rebo village's cultural richness through the decor, textured wall coverings, and local craftwork. Same layout as the Junior Suite but with the sea-facing orientation.
2 Doubles · 69 sqm
The Mansion
The three-bedroom top-of-property option. At nearly 2,100 sq ft (~195 sqm), it has two full living spaces, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a private infinity pool, a sun-drenched terrace, and champagne on arrival. Reserved for groups or families who want absolute exclusivity. Dedicated butler is on call around the clock.
King + 2 DoublesThe Property
Eat & Drink
7 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Traditional Manggarai ceremonial men's dance performed on property on Thursday evenings. Symbolizes strength and unity. Genuine cultural experience, not a tourist recreation.
Guided tour to Manggarai heritage sites including ikat and songkat weaving demonstrations, the traditional caci whip dance at a mountain village, and visits to Batu Cermin Cave, Rumah Tenun, and Melo Village. Approximately IDR 8,000,000 ($517) for two guests.
Epicurean journey starting at sunrise on the water with local fishermen, followed by cooking the catch using traditional Bajo techniques. A practical, meaningful immersion into the sea nomad way of life.
Rotating recreation calendar including sunrise yoga, sunset yoga, boxing, aqua aerobics, and circuit training sessions. 24-hour gym access with high-quality cardio and weight equipment is complimentary for all guests.
Day trips into UNESCO-listed Komodo National Park with options for Padar Island trekking, Pink Beach, Manta Point snorkeling, and Komodo dragon encounters on Komodo Island. Three tiers: open group trip (~IDR 2,500,000/$161.50 per person), speedboat, or luxury private yacht charter (up to IDR 95,000,000/$6,138 for 8 guests). The resort's own Dayara Boat — a Leopard 53 catamaran — is available for private charters.
Complimentary kayaks available for guests to explore the coastline and pier area. Reserve in advance.
Complimentary snorkel equipment available. The house reef under the overwater villas is particularly good — clownfish, parrotfish, urchins, and starfish visible. Staff also offer guided reef-restoration snorkel tours to see coral fragments being replanted.
Complimentary paddleboards for exploring the overwater villa pier and surrounding coastline.
For ages 4–12 (children under 4 must be accompanied by an adult). Activities inspired by Land Dweller and Sea Nomad traditions: Bajo canvas painting, Manggarai storytelling, Rangku Alu dance, seed planting, herb garden tours, Komodo dragon art, Manggarai dress-up, batik coloring, astronomy nights, and face painting.
Weekly masterclass in crafting cocktails with sopi — the local Manggarai palm spirit distilled from the arenga pinnata palm tree. An intimate window into Flores drinking culture.
Guided sunset hike up Sylvia Hill with panoramic views, drinks, bites, and a Polaroid camera. Approximately IDR 2,000,000 ($129) per person.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
One ground-floor accessible junior suite available. Wheelchair ramp to main lobby with elevators through the main building. Golf cart service throughout the resort for mobility-impaired guests.
Caramel sand private beach on Wae Rana Bay with wave-free swimmable waters, beach loungers, and sun umbrellas. Butler service available for island tour arrangements from beach.
Two dedicated meeting spaces available for corporate events and private functions.
Complimentary in-room and common-area WiFi at 25+ Mbps. Marriott Bonvoy members receive enhanced access when booking direct.
On-property kitchen garden supplying fresh herbs, spices, and produce used across all dining outlets. Ties directly into the resort's sustainability and local-provenance food philosophy.
Dedicated oceanfront chapel for weddings and ceremonies, plus outdoor reception and events space at Salang Hill with sea views.
Expansive, high-ceilinged gym flooded with natural light. Praised by multiple reviewers as the most impressive hotel gym they have seen anywhere. Full cardio and weight equipment including Olympic weights, plus stretching and yoga area. Cold towels, fresh fruit, and fruit-infused water provided.
Large blue-tiled freeform pool behind the beach with an infinity edge that blurs into the sea horizon. Features a circular swim-up bar with a seashell-hued exterior. Accompanied by pool chairs and umbrellas.
Warm, shallow, circular pool near the Kids Club with its own sea view, designed for young children.
50-meter Olympic-size pool with three roped-off lanes for serious swimmers, adjacent to the main building and gym. Sea views from poolside.
Premium airport transfer available for IDR 1,000,000 (~$65) each way. Reservation required.
Complimentary airport transfer to/from Komodo Airport (LBJ), approximately 2.5km away. A TA'AKTANA representative greets guests at the jet bridge. Golf cart service also available for getting around the 16-hectare resort.
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