Sylvia Beach Villa
A beachfront base in Labuan Bajo, with sea views and two pools
A place to stay in Labuan Bajo
Sylvia Beach Villa sits directly on the waterfront in Labuan Bajo, the gateway town for Komodo National Park. Rooms have sea views, balconies or terraces, and air conditioning as standard. The property runs two outdoor pools, a spa and wellness centre, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a private beach area. An airport shuttle is available, and parking is on-site. The guest rating stands at 7.9/10 across 62 reviews, with location, staff, and cleanliness as the most noted strengths.
Who'll feel at home here
A beachfront 4-star hotel with sea-view rooms, two pools, and a spa — practical and well-positioned for exploring Komodo.
Best for
- Travellers using Labuan Bajo as a Komodo base
- Couples wanting sea-view rooms and a beach area
- Families (family rooms available)
- Guests who want on-site dining and spa facilities
Less suited to
- Those on a tight budget (rates from USD 175)
- Travellers who prefer a city-centre location away from the water
Private beach and two pools
Two outdoor pools sit alongside a private beach area with a sun deck and outdoor furniture. The setting faces the water, and sea views extend from the rooms, terraces, and balconies throughout the property.
Rooms with sea views
All rooms include air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, walk-in closet, refrigerator, and electric kettle. Balconies or terraces with sea views are standard, and slippers, free toiletries, and a hairdryer are provided.
Spa, restaurant, and bar
The on-site spa and wellness centre handles treatments without guests needing to leave the property. The restaurant serves breakfast and meals through the day, and there is a separate bar. BBQ facilities are also available at an additional charge.
Beachfront setting in Labuan Bajo
Labuan Bajo is the main departure point for Komodo National Park. The hotel's waterfront position puts boats, dive operators, and the town's restaurants within reach while keeping the beach and pools on-site.
Standout features
Inside Sylvia Beach Villa
Amenities at Sylvia Beach Villa
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Airport shuttle
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness center
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Spa and wellness center
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk-in closet
View
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Beachfront
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
Getting to & from Komodo Airport
Sylvia Beach Villa is 3.3 km from Komodo Airport (LBJ). Labuan Bajo has its own airport, Komodo Airport (LBJ); most visitors arrive by air and then depart by boat into Komodo National Park.
Where it is
Labuan Bajo is a harbor town on Flores, the departure point for boat trips into Komodo National Park.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Sylvia beach, is 360 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Love Hillviewpoint230 m
- Sunset Hillviewpoint230 m
- Sylvia beachbeach360 m
- Waecicu Beachattraction490 m
- Puncak Kalumpangpeak1.7 km
As-the-crow-flies distances from the property · © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 62 reviews, the three most consistently noted positives are staff, location, and cleanliness. The beachfront position and the ease of access to Labuan Bajo's departure points for Komodo trips appear central to why guests rate the location well. The overall score is 7.9/10.
- Staff8.9
- Facilities7.8
- Cleanliness8
- Comfort8
- Value For Money7.1
- Location8.8
- Free Wifi5
Reviews scoring 9–10: 7 · average 9
They wrote about: location, noise, breakfast
Reviews scoring 7–9: 12 · average 7.5
They wrote about: location, staff, room
Reviews scoring 5–7: 1 · average 6
They wrote about: staff
No reviews fall within this score range.
This is a summary of reviews left by guests on Booking partner sites.
Good to know
The fine print
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 01:00 and 03:00
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
Your questions
Where exactly is Sylvia Beach Villa in Labuan Bajo?
The hotel is in Labuan Bajo, the main town on the western tip of Flores island in Indonesia. It sits directly on the waterfront with a private beach area and sea views. Location is one of the top-rated aspects from guests.
How do I get from the airport to the hotel?
Sylvia Beach Villa provides an airport shuttle. Labuan Bajo's Komodo Airport is the closest airport, and the town itself is small, so the transfer is short. Confirm shuttle arrangements with the hotel when booking.
Is parking available on-site?
Yes, on-site parking is available at Sylvia Beach Villa.
What does the hotel have for dining?
There is an on-site restaurant serving breakfast and meals, plus a bar. BBQ facilities are also available on the property, though these come at an additional charge.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available at the hotel. Whether it is included in your specific rate depends on the room option you book — check at the time of reservation.
What are the pools like?
The hotel has two outdoor swimming pools. There is also a sun deck, outdoor furniture, and a private beach area alongside the pools.
What spa services are available?
Sylvia Beach Villa has an on-site spa and wellness centre. Specific treatments and pricing should be confirmed directly with the hotel before arrival.
Are family rooms available?
Yes, family rooms are listed among the accommodation options at Sylvia Beach Villa.
What is the Wi-Fi situation?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
What room features are standard?
All rooms include air conditioning, a balcony or terrace, sea view, tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, refrigerator, walk-in closet, free toiletries, hairdryer, and slippers.
What is the price per night?
Rates start from approximately USD 175 per night. Actual pricing varies by room type, dates, and availability — check the current rate when booking.
What is there to do near the hotel?
Labuan Bajo is the main gateway to Komodo National Park, and boat tours, diving, and snorkelling trips depart from the harbour. The town centre with local restaurants and shops is close to the hotel.