Discover a New Island Landmark with Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach

PEARCHED ALONG A PRISTINE STRETCH of Indonesian coastline and just an hour’s ferry ride from Singapore, Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach is putting the secluded and stunning Bintan Island on the map for culturally curious travellers. The new property marks the third Indonesian address for Hotel Indigo, alongside popular properties in Bali and Bandung.

The hotel has skillfully incorporated the island’s lifestyle and traditions into its design and programming. Whether it’s sampling Indo-island fare at Ocean Kitchen or sipping a welcome drink out of a cup made by a local potter, Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach offers a sense of place like no other. The hotel has woven itself into the island’s community tapestry, building a bridge between visitors and locals through authentic cultural exchanges that span language, cuisine and experiences. 

But the destination offers far more than cultural immersion. At its heart, SugarBEATS Beach Club injects vibrant energy into the tranquil surroundings. From conceptual and delicious food and drink to live DJ sets and exciting events, the beach club elevates the guest experience for beach lovers and adventure seekers alike. 

Tales from Beneath the Sea 

The hotel’s design draws inspiration from Bintan’s maritime legacy and breathtaking landscapes, offering an innovative interpretation of island living.

Maritime energy flows through every corner of Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach, transforming your stay into an exploration of the region’s seafaring history. The experience begins at a boat-shaped reception desk beneath a kelong-inspired wooden ceiling. Colonial schooner rigging details complement a Riau Archipelago map adorned in the Riau-Lingga Sultanate’s signature green and yellow palette.

Each guestroom continues a nautical narrative through thoughtfully curated elements: playful pirate-themed headboards crown the beds, while treasure chest-styled minibars add a touch of fun to late-night snack raids. The furniture pays homage to local craftsmanship, from boat-building-inspired wooden frames to vintage-style side tables. Period-appropriate lighting fixtures, including distinctive pendant and lamp designs, complete the immersive journey through Bintan’s past.

Connection Meets Curated Experiences 

The hotel crafts meaningful encounters between visitors and local heritage, with immersive programming that begins with welcome drinks served in locally crafted pottery cups and extends to local market trips to Tanjung Pinang, where guests hand-select ingredients to be used in their dinner. 

The hotel facilitates deeper cultural connections through Bahasa Indonesia lessons, while in-room amenities tell local tales. Slip into a custom Indonesian batik robe featuring symbolic designs.Local company Indosole provides slippers made from recycled tyres, with guest purchases of the slippers supporting Seven Clean Seas’ mission to combat ocean plastic pollution around Bintan.

From interactive workshops to culinary adventures, each carefully orchestrated experience creates meaningful bridges between visitors and the island’s rich cultural tapestry.

SugarBEATS Beach Club 

Beyond its stunning beachfront and cultural community, Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach is making waves with SugarBEATS, a beach club destination offering incredible food and drink, live performances, and artist collaborations that bring together local and international talent in exciting new ways.

A rising culinary hotspot, SugarBEATS celebrates Bintan’s rich food heritage through partnerships with local producers and the expertise of a dedicated culinary team. 

Ocean Kitchen honours local fishing traditions with fresh seafood and contemporary dishes that highlight regional ingredients. At Stix Satay Bar, the flame-grilled aromas of Southeast Asian delights fill the air, as the staff serves skewers inspired by the street snacks of Indonesia, Thailand and beyond. Tiki Bar rounds out the experience with creative cocktails that showcase indigenous ingredients, from fresh coconut to exotic tropical fruit and beyond.

Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach introduces an innovative approach to island getaways, elevating Bintan Island to an up-and-coming destination where cultural richness, artistic expression and untouched natural beauty come together to create unforgettable escapes. 

Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach
Gurindam Street 12 Bintan, 29155 Indonesia
Tel: +62770691188
Website: www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/us/en/bintan/bnibb/hoteldetail
Instagram: www.instagram.com/hotelindigo.bintan

Article Sponsored by Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach.
Images courtesy of Hotel Indigo Bintan Lagoi Beach.

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