Sunset Hotels & Resorts opens its first 5-star hotel on Gili Trawangan island, Bali.

Bali is one of the most popular destinations for Vietnamese tourists. In recent years, the number of Vietnamese tourists visiting Indonesia has been steadily increasing. According to data from the Indonesian Statistics Agency (Badan Pusat Statistik), a government institute responsible for conducting statistical surveys, the number of Vietnamese visitors to Indonesia in July 2023 increased by 35.22% compared to the same period the previous year.

Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), a leading group in the hospitality and tourism sector, owns and operates a diverse range of lifestyle brands. Founded in 2011 with a vision to create unique travel experiences globally, SHG has established itself with a chain of hotels, resorts, beach clubs, restaurants, and nightlife venues. With an extensive network, SHG is currently present in 16 countries and over 55 locations worldwide. Some of SHG's prominent locations include METT Hotels & Resorts, Social Living Collection™ Hotels, Azure Beach, Ammos, Drift Beach Club, AURA, SUSHISAMBA, DREAM, L'Amo Bistro del Mare, Black Tap, Lola Taberna Española, Goldfish, Isola, Raise Fitness & Wellness, etc.

Last year, SHG Group announced plans to bring the Azure Beach and Attiko brands to Vietnam. Scheduled to open in 2025, the projects in Vietnam will be developed in the Bai Tien area of ​​Vega City – a new and exclusive coastal development in Nha Trang. This will also become the first integrated luxury resort in Vietnam.

Meanwhile, the end of 2023 marked a significant development for SHG with the launch of Sunset Hotels & Resorts, along with the announcement of an ambitious plan to develop, open, and operate 20 new hotels within the next three years across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Six hotels are currently operational. Sunset Hotels & Resorts welcomed 2024 with the opening of Cocana Resort, a new icon of the Social Living Collection and considered the first five-star hotel in Gili Trawangan (Indonesia).

About Cocana Resort by Social Living Collection™

Located on the coast of Gili Trawangan in Indonesia, Cocana Resort, designed by Social Living Collection™, is a haven for modern travelers who appreciate refined luxury. Harmoniously blending natural and sophisticated styles, Cocana offers a unique upscale living experience, combining sustainability with exceptional service.

Offering 5-star amenities and services, Cocana creates a warm and inviting space for travelers seeking simple luxury. The resort boasts a total of 83 rooms, including 38 lagoon rooms and various private villas with 1, 2, or 3 bedrooms, each providing a comfortable and peaceful retreat.

Social Living Collection™ has developed hotels and resorts in numerous locations around the world. Furthermore, they strive to provide sophisticated experiences for the modern traveler and set the standards for travel in society. Social Living Collection™ offers luxurious service in stunning locations, uniquely designed to cater to the adventurous traveler's desire for unique experiences.

"We are very proud to open our first 5-star hotel in Gili Trawangan – Cocana Resort, part of the Social Living Collection™, representing sustainable luxury, where every moment conveys the spirit of environmental protection, natural comfort and the pristine beauty of the island. The opening of this resort is a significant milestone for Sunset Hotels & Resorts, a subsidiary of SHG Group. This is the first hotel in our portfolio of promising projects, contributing to enriching Indonesia's hospitality industry," – affirmed Jaime Buxo Clos, Chairman of Sunset Hotels & Resorts, SHG.

"We are thrilled to accelerate our global growth through the expansion of the Social Living Collection™ by introducing the Cocana Resort, part of the Social Living Collection™. This is a significant event that reinforces our role as a leading provider of luxury hotels. This reflects our commitment to delivering pioneering hotel concepts and unique cultural experiences around the world," said Antonio Gonzalez, Chairman and CEO of SHG Group.