Katamaran Hotel & Resort Lombok

Katamaran is a contemporary resort on the beach at Mangsit, north of central Senggigi. Its signature feature is a pair of infinity pools that run along the shoreline, with loungers and umbrellas looking straight out over the Lombok Strait towards Bali and Mount Agung. Sunsets here are spectacular.

Rooms and suites are bright and modern, with large windows, and the oceanfront suites are especially well reviewed. The resort has a beachfront restaurant and bar, an on-site spa (Soul Bliss Spa) and plenty of shaded spots for lounging. Staff are praised for warm, attentive service. Children are welcome, so it can be lively in school holidays; couples wanting a quieter atmosphere may prefer to visit outside peak periods.

The resort is about 90 minutes from Lombok International Airport and around 40 minutes from Bangsal harbour, which makes it a practical base for day trips to the Gili Islands. Book direct through the resort's website for current offers.