Lombok is an island to the east of Bali with a pristine natural environment and has become increasingly popular as a travel destination throughout the past decade. Its immense rice fields, rugged landscape and the famous Mount Rinjani volcano form part of the natural attractions of the island, which is surrounded by endless beaches and turquoise waters ideal for surfers — particularly in the southern regions of Kuta and Banko Banko.
On Lombok's southern coastline, the newly laid roads going west from Kuta detour inland to meander through rice fields and rural countryside, before heading back to a series of arcing beaches framed by rugged headlands. Around 25 km from Mandalika, surrounded by green hills and a beach with crystal-clear waters, is a sheltered half-moon cove that's ideal for swimming. It is called Torok Bay and is the chosen location for Gran Meliá Lombok.
Gran Meliá Lombok is a high-end luxury destination comprising of 22 duplex beachfront villas and more than 100 private one-, two- and three-bedroom structures located on the nearby stepped hillside. Featuring sustainable designs and locally sourced materials, every accommodation has its own private infinity pool and utilises natural elements that represent the essence of Lombok. The award-winning project is set for completion in 2024, but you have the chance to buy and customise your own part of it today.