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Mario Hotel and Cafe

Property class: 3

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A poolside area with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.
A thatched umbrella structure with a table and chairs underneath, surrounded by lush greenery and a pool in the background.
A pathway leading to a beach with lush greenery and a view of the ocean.
A room with a bed, a hanging chair, and a canopy bed.
A beach with three thatched umbrellas, a sandy shore, and the ocean in the background.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

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Jalan Mananga Aba, No. 1, Ramadana, Tambolaka, Sumba, 87254
  • Place, Lembaga Studi & Pelestarian Budaya Sumba
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Beach View

A hotel entrance with a staircase leading to a door, a satellite dish, and a large floral arrangement.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Beach View

Two modern, arched-roofed buildings with large stone sculptures in the foreground.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Beach View

A room with a bed, a hanging chair, and a canopy bed.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Two modern, arched-roofed buildings with large stone sculptures in the foreground.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Tambolaka

At Mario Hotel and Cafe, you'll be 10.5 km (6.6 mi) from Lembaga Studi & Pelestarian Budaya Sumba and 32.6 km (20.2 mi) from Waikelo Sawah Dam. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast (local cuisine). .The café, Mario, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3-property class Tambolaka B&B include Kampung Waitabar and Kampung Tarung.
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What's nearby

  • Lembaga Studi & Pelestarian Budaya Sumba - 19 min drive - 13.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Kantin Barokah - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Nyantai Doeloe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Warung Gula Garam(amazing Place Amazing Foods) Tambolaka Sumba Barat Daya - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restory Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Makan Dulu - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Mario Hotel and Cafe

There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Mario Hotel and Cafe. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tambolaka bed & breakfast.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Mario Hotel and Cafe offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, with complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 6 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mario

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for IDR 300000.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: IDR 250000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: IDR 300000.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash.

Property Registration Number 2801230008664

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

Mario Hotel Cafe Tambolaka
Mario Hotel Cafe
Mario Cafe Tambolaka
Mario Hotel and Cafe Tambolaka
Mario Hotel and Cafe Bed & breakfast
Mario Hotel and Cafe Bed & breakfast Tambolaka

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mario Hotel and Cafe?

Mario Hotel and Cafe offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mario Hotel and Cafe?

As of 16 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mario Hotel and Cafe on 18 Aug 2026 start from NZ$81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Mario Hotel and Cafe?

Yep, Mario Hotel and Cafe has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mario Hotel and Cafe?

The closest beach to Mario Hotel and Cafe is Kerewei Beach (44.7 km).

Does Mario Hotel and Cafe have a pool?

Mario Hotel and Cafe has an outdoor pool.

Does Mario Hotel and Cafe serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is offered daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mario Hotel and Cafe?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6 AM - 6 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mario Hotel and Cafe?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Mario Hotel and Cafe's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mario Hotel and Cafe?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Mario Hotel and Cafe?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mario Hotel and Cafe Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a great stay. The hotel is a beachfront property adjacent to a public beach but it still feels private. The staff were excellent throughout my stay. The food is pretty good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint beach front hotel, isolated, the food was very good. Beach very quiet not many people. 20 minutes from airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Isolated hotel on the beach, quiet and safe. Food available at their restaurant, very good buffet breakfast. Beach is clean but has rocky bottom, difficult to swim. Only ten minutes from Tambolaka Airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

LAURENT

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
on going power cuts and no generator in hotel. I can probably do without light for a while but no electricity meant no running water in the bathroom Air conditioning unit under-powered even though room was small. Bathroom was spacious but Breakfast options limited (fruit/fruit juice not included) Food tasted good Beach is beautiful in the picture but rocks as you enter the water makes it difficult (at high tide ok). Very long beach but difficult to walk (sand not so compacted and still at crush coral/shell phase) Staff unfriendly Booked for 10 days and stayed only 2
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Fabrizio

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Buon albergo ma servizio di ristorante lento

Buon albergo a fronte una spiaggia ampia e deserta. Ottime le camere. Purtroppo il ristorante ha una scelta limitatissima e spesso il poco non è disponibile. Servizio molto lento.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sumba is absolute paradise off the beaten track unexplored. Just wish this hotel had better WiFi
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set on a beautiful beach with vast ocean views from each room, this is a gem of a small hotel. Staff are warm and professional; the rooms are simple (no phones, basic but ample amenities) but well laid out; the pool area (overlooking the ocean) is ample; the ocean views from each room and from the open air restaurant are gorgeous. It's a 30 minute drive back into town, and there are no nearby restaurants. But those seeking an exceptional ocean-view experience will find it all here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Découverte de Sumba

Seul hôtel pendant 3 semaines de voyage où il n y avait pas de chauffe eau dans la chambre donc pour boire quelque chose soit vous devez aller en ville (payer le transport car loin) soit aller au resto de Mario. Pas de wifi. la connexion internet pour effectuer le payement par carte de crédit était « branlant » et on s dû essayer à plusieurs reprises. Loin de la ville. La plage étant une plage publique, ne vous étonnez pas si les enfants vous encerclent comme si vous étiez des extra terrestres et surtout vous suivent partout. On n était pas à l aise car on ne savait pas si nos affaires allaient disparaître pendant notre bain. Du coup, on est parti à la piscine de l hôtel. Très belle piscine. Repas excellents. Tout est cher par rapport aux autres îles (Sumatra, Java, Bali et Flores sont moins en ce qui concerne les hébergements, les repas et surtout les excursions). L hôtel Mario mériterait un bon rafraîchissement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dejligt hotel med smuk beliggenhed

Vi nød opholdet i en hytte smagfuldt indrettet med terrasse med havudsigt. Fin pool som vi benyttede flittigt da vi var bange for at bade i havet, da voldsomme bølger
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theodora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You walk straight from you room onto the gorgeous beach. Staff and everyone super nice and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019