On the western coast of Gili Trawangan, facing Lombok and Mount Rinjani volcano, Ombak Sunset Resort occupies a 200-meter stretch of white-sand beach. The property combines a traditional resort with a private villa zone featuring pools, all organized around a deliberate "sunset" identity: beach bars, sunset DJ sessions, and the famous Datu Swing overlooking the horizon.

Why stay here

This address appeals to travelers seeking resort comfort on the liveliest island of the Gili archipelago without sacrificing a structured beachfront setting. Three elements set it apart:

• A due-west location, ideal for sunsets over the Lombok Strait
• A manicured private beach with cabins, parasols and seasonal beach bars
• Comprehensive on-site amenities: spa, two restaurants, 45-meter pool, clinic with doctor

The events team boasts 17 years of experience organizing weddings, seminars and private celebrations, making it one of the island's established venues for such services.

Atmosphere

The tone is that of a lively beachfront resort rather than a quiet retreat. Daily Sunset Sessions (6:30 pm–7:30 pm) with DJ or live music punctuate the evening on the private beach. Themed dinners—Lombok Sasak buffet, Kebab evening, monthly Red & Blackmoon dinner with tribal and paleo themes—maintain a regular schedule. In the villas, the atmosphere is quieter thanks to private pools and in-room breakfast service.

Rooms and villas

Accommodations are divided into two areas totaling approximately 152 rooms, suites and bungalows:

• Ombak Sunset Hotel: traditional section with Deluxe terrace rooms, Island Bungalows and Sunset Bungalows
• Ombak Sunset Villas: 92 private bungalows and villas with pools, including Akoya rooms

All accommodations follow contemporary Balinese style. Each unit features air conditioning, flat-screen television, coffee and tea maker, safe, minibar on request and bathroom with shower. Two bottles of mineral water are provided daily.

Dining, spa and services

Two restaurants structure the culinary offering:

• Horizon Restaurant (8:00 am–11:00 pm): Oriental and Western cuisine, breakfast buffet with tropical fruits, homemade yogurt, Indonesian and classic Western dishes
• Datu Restaurant & Bar: Paleo-focused menu blending Western and Indonesian influences; private breakfast for Villa guests (6:00 am–11:00 am)

Seafood barbecues are offered nightly on the beach, and cooking classes are conducted by the resort's chefs upon request.

Ombak Spa offers Balinese, relaxation, aloe vera and hot-stone massages, as well as facial and body treatments. Several packages target the island's visitors: Spa After Rinjani for hikers descending the volcano, Spa Gili Mo Healing, Body Shine, Amazing Time.

Facilities include a 45-meter pool with two jacuzzis and children's basin, Blue Coral Pool Bar, laundry service, excursion desk, 24-hour concierge and on-site clinic with doctor—a genuine asset on an island where healthcare access remains limited.

Location and access

Gili Trawangan is the largest of three Gili islands, situated northwest of Lombok. Access is by speedboat from Bali (Padang Bai or Serangan, 2 to 3 hours depending on conditions) or shuttle from Bangsal port on Lombok. The island has no cars or scooters: travel is by foot, bicycle or cidomo, the local horse-drawn cart. Ombak Sunset sits on the west-facing shore, opposite the main landing point—a 15 to 20-minute cidomo ride away.

Nearby

Several outings organize easily from the resort:

• Cidomo island tour: approximately 1.5 hours to circle Trawangan
• Snorkeling and diving: reefs accessible directly from the beach, frequent sea turtles
• Gili Meno and Gili Air: quieter neighboring islands, daily shuttle service
• Lombok: cultural excursions, northern waterfalls, ascent of Mount Rinjani (one of Indonésie's highest volcanoes) on a 3 to 4-day trek

To extend your stay to other addresses in the region, consult Jeeva Klui on Lombok's west coast, or explore Balinese options like Ananda Cottages in Ubud and Arya Amed Beach Resort on the east coast.

Planning your stay

Ombak Sunset naturally fits into a Bali-Lombok-Gili itinerary. To build a complete itinerary, consult our Indonésie trips.