Thailand-based hospitality chain Dusit International is expanding into Indonesia through a hotel management agreement with PT Komodo Property Management to oversee the Kaliwatu Residences-Dusit Collection.
Situated in Labuan Bajo on Flores Island, this luxury retreat is a ten-minute drive from Komodo International Airport and the town of Badjo.
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The development is set for full completion by the second quarter of 2028 and will include 63 private villas with plunge pools and 194 apartments.
It will also feature a clubhouse with a restaurant, bars, shops, a gym, a spa, and a rooftop swimming pool.
The resort will also offer access to Labuan Bajo’s attractions, including pink beaches, caves, waterfalls, and the Komodo National Park.
Dusit International chief operating officer Gilles Cretallaz said: “The signing of Kaliwatu Residences – Dusit Collection marks a significant milestone in Dusit’s expansion strategy, strengthening our presence in Southeast Asia’s thriving luxury hospitality market.
“Labuan Bajo is an extraordinary destination with immense potential, and we are delighted to introduce our signature Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to this stunning location. We look forward to delivering an exceptional experience for our guests.”
With the addition of Kaliwatu Residences, Dusit’s global footprint now extends to 296 properties in 18 countries.
This includes 57 hotels under Dusit Hotels and Resorts and 239 luxury villas managed by its subsidiary, Elite Havens.
Other upcoming Dusit Collection properties include Layan Verde in Phuket, set to open in 2027; and Plaza De Zamboanga – Dusit Collection in the Philippines, expected to launch later this year.
In November 2024, Dusit Hotels and Resorts signed a hotel management agreement with Shravanthi Hotels and Resorts in India.
