Beach resort in Southwest Sumba
Cap Karoso
A beach resort and working farm on Karoso Beach in Kodi, Southwest Sumba, with 40 rooms, 20 villas and food grown on site.
From$389a night on Mr & Mrs Smith
- Beachfront
- Families
- Farm to table
- Wellness
- Near the airport
About
Cap Karoso is a beach resort on Karoso Beach in Kodi, Southwest Sumba, set beside lagoons and traditional villages. It has 40 rooms and 20 villas, from studios to three-bedroom villas with their own pool.
A 3-hectare organic farm grows nearly all the fruit and vegetables for its restaurants. Breakfast and return airport transfers are included in the rate.
The experience
Days start on the beach: swimming or snorkelling in Karoso Lagoon, surfing at Pero, fishing with local fishermen or riding Sumbanese horses. Trips go out to Weekuri Lagoon, waterfalls and fishing villages.
The Malala Spa sits in a traditional Sumbanese house, and there is daily yoga with Sumbanese teachers and a gym overlooking the ocean.
Service
Most guests praise the staff: 262 of the 316 positive written reviews we read mention them. Lower-rated reviews say service and coordination can be uneven for the price.
A free kids' club runs for ages 4 to 12, with nannies on request, and a trained medic is on site around the clock.
Rooms and villas
40 rooms and 20 villas, from studios in the main building to villas with a private pool.
CouplesStudio
Pick it for the ocean view
- 42 sqm, upper floor of the main building
- Super king bed
- Balcony with an ocean view
- Breakfast included
CouplesBeach Suite
Pick it for the beach
- 100 sqm with a living room
- King bed and a bathtub
- Private garden
- Sand path to the beach
- Families
Two and three-bedroom villas
Pick it for a private pool
- Private pool
- Kitchen and open-air tub
- Private garden
- Three-bedroom villa has an infinity pool
Getting to Cap Karoso
Fly from Bali to Tambolaka Airport, about an hour. Cap Karoso is about a 50-minute drive away, and the return airport transfer is included in the rate.
Best for
- Food and dining222 positive reviews praise the food
- Beach time158 positive reviews praise the beach
- FamiliesFree kids' club for ages 4 to 12
- Exploring Kodi111 positive reviews praise the activities and trips
Key facts
- Check-in from 2pm, check-out by 11am
- Breakfast included
- Return airport transfer included
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
Dining
The Beach Club
French-Indonesian cooking with farm produce and the day's fish; breakfast for guests
Julang
Dinner only: tasting menus from visiting chefs, for up to 20 guests
Apicine
By the pool with ocean views: Eastern Indonesian dishes
Amenities and services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Beachfront
- Pools
- Spa
- Daily yoga
- Organic farm
- Kids' club
- Airport transfers
- Bikes and e-bikes
- Snorkelling
- Gym
- Nanny service
Guest reviews, compiled
Scores from 589 reviews on Google and Tripadvisor · checked 31 Oct 2026
Guests love the setting, the beach and the food, and most praise the staff. Lower-rated reviews say the service, coordination and upkeep don't always match a five-star price.
404 of 450 recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews give 5 stars
Staff and service262 reviews
Friendly, warm staff, mentioned in most good reviews.
Food222 reviews
Fresh cooking from the farm and the day's catch.
Beach158 reviews
A beautiful beach right in front of the resort.
Activities and trips111 reviews
Lagoons, beaches and villages around Kodi.
Themes counted across 345 written Google and Tripadvisor reviews, newest first.
What to consider
Service and coordination22 reviews
Lower-rated reviews describe slow or uneven service and mix-ups between teams.
Price and value21 reviews
Some guests felt rooms, food and drinks were expensive for what they got.
Upkeep10 reviews
Some reviews mention wear and maintenance issues in rooms and villas.
Swimming7 reviews
A few guests say strong currents can make the beach unsafe for swimming at times.
The hotel is absolutely beautiful and the staff is very attentive which really makes the experience unforgettable.
5 out of 5 starsLucie · Tripadvisor The place is truly natural, very quiet and very beautiful, far from the crowds, the beach is very clean.
5 out of 5 starsYulan · Tripadvisor The hotel is superb, located on a very beautiful beach. The dining is of good quality and the Indonesian kindness makes one forget some difficulties in the service.
5 out of 5 starsOlivier, France · Tripadvisor The setting is beautiful, the staff is genuinely warm and friendly, and the food was excellent. That said, a few aspects of our stay were less impressive. Communication wasn't always smooth, and maintenance in some areas could have been better.
3 out of 5 starsZion, The Netherlands · Tripadvisor
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cap Karoso from Tambolaka airport?
About a 50-minute drive. The return airport transfer is included in the rate.
Is breakfast included at Cap Karoso?
Yes. Breakfast at the Beach Club is included for resident guests.
Is Cap Karoso good for families?
Yes. The KarosoKids club for ages 4 to 12 is free, nannies are available, and cribs can be arranged on request.
Can non-guests eat at Cap Karoso?
Yes, at the Beach Club, with a minimum spend for lunch and dinner. Groups should book ahead.
Is there medical help on site?
Yes. A trained medic is on site around the clock, with a small clinic and pharmacy.
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