Where to start with this incredible complex: that it's a not-for-profit NGO where students from Sumba learn the art of hospitality before landing top hotel jobs in Indonesia? Or the brilliantly designed bamboo pavilions with giant glass oval doors and outdoor bathrooms? Maybe its sustainability, reusing water in the garden and harnessing solar. This is so much more than accommodation.
Culinary students led by an Italian chef cook lunch and dinner, using produce from the garden. When school's out, you might find yourself joining in Saturday movie nights, challenged to a student volleyball match, or happily putting yourself forward for a spa treatment as young staff learn to help guests relax and make their own oils.
After six months in this program, students who did not previously speak English teach primary school kids English as part of their course.
Wi-fi only available in the restaurant and bar; airport transfers available for 150,000Rp.