PAID CONTENT FOR 81 PALMS


PAID CONTENT FOR 81 PALMS


81 Palms ROTE ISLAND, INDONESIA


At the southernmost edge of Indonesia, Rote Island moves to an unhurried rhythm. Artisanal salt flats, palm-thatched villages and empty beaches shape a landscape that feels far from the country’s more familiar tourist routes. In this dramatic setting, 81 Palms is an intimate oceanfront resort that embodies Rote’s relaxed pace and close connection to nature. Reaching Rote is an invitation to slow down.


After leaving behind the bustle of Bali, travellers are met with winding coastal roads, glimpses of turquoise lagoons and headlands that drop into natural rock pools. Set among wind-bent palms on a sheltered bay, 81 Palms blends into this scenery with ease. Alang-alang thatched bungalows are built from local wood and stone, while open-air spaces allow sea breeze and birdsong to flow through. Handwoven textiles created by Rote’s artisans introduce patterns that speak of centuries-old weaving traditions. For many guests, the lure of Rote begins


with its waves. T-Land, one of the longest and most consistent left-hand breaks in Indonesia,


peels along a nearby reef and draws dedicated surfers from around the world. Yet the island’s appeal extends far beyond its surf. From 81 Palms, it’s easy to reach viewpoints along the cliffs, slow- paced villages where children still greet passing visitors and bays where sea turtles nest under skies dense with stars. With the resort’s speedboat, guests can explore uninhabited islets and discover uncrowded waves, often sharing the ocean with only a handful of others. Evenings tend to unfold at an unhurried pace.


Many guests opt for in-bungalow massages that transform the space into a private spa, followed by long conversations beneath pink-hued sunsets while boards rest on the sand. Food is also central to the experience. The


oceanfront restaurant is led by a highly acclaimed Spanish chef, blending Mediterranean influences with Rote’s sea-to-table traditions. Fresh fish that landed at dawn, vegetables from local island farmers and fragrant limes and chillies form the basis of a menu that moves effortlessly between Indonesia and Spain.


DON’T MISS Set sail on a private boat trip to empty reef breaks, followed by a sea-to-table sunset dinner


Need to know


KEY FEATURES • Oceanfront boutique resort with alang-alang thatched bungalows


• Intimate bungalows crafted from local wood and stone


• Oceanfront restaurant led by a highly acclaimed chef


• Private speedboat for surf trips & island exploration


KEY ACTIVITIES • Surfing world-class T-Land & other uncrowded reef breaks


• Boat excursions to deserted islands & turquoise lagoons


• Visits to artisanal salt & traditional weaving villages


• In-bungalow massages & barefoot sunset moments on the beach


GET IN TOUCH 81palms.com +62 822 3746 4840 / +34 659 93 60 92 hello@81palms.com


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