Bask Expands on Gili Meno With a New Luxury Resort Planned for 2027
The Gili Islands are set to gain another high-end hospitality development, with Bask announcing a second property on Gili Meno, according to TTG Asia.
The Gili Islands are set to gain another high-end hospitality development, with Bask announcing a second property on Gili Meno, according to TTG Asia.
The new resort is planned for late 2027 and is expected to feature low-density beachfront villas with a sustainability-focused positioning.
A Second Bask Property on Gili Meno
Bask's planned second property will expand the brand's presence on Gili Meno, one of the principal Gili Islands off Lombok.
According to TTG Asia, the development is scheduled for late 2027 and will feature sustainable, low-density beachfront villas.
The project adds another luxury accommodation option to an island known for a quieter, lower-density setting.
Why Gili Meno Fits the Concept
Gili Meno is car-free, giving it a slower-paced environment than more heavily developed tourism destinations. That setting aligns naturally with accommodation designed around beachfront access, privacy and relatively low-density development.
The planned Bask property therefore appears positioned to build on the island's existing destination character rather than compete through large-scale resort development.
A Different Approach to Island Hospitality
The project's low-density beachfront villa concept is notable because development on small islands operates within a more constrained physical environment.
Land and infrastructure are limited, so the scale and design of new accommodation can influence the character of the destination.
TTG Asia describes the project as sustainable and low-density, although the supplied report does not provide enough detail to independently evaluate its eventual environmental performance.
Relevance for Bali Travelers
Gili Meno is located in Lombok, not Bali, but it remains relevant to travelers building multi-island itineraries around Bali, Lombok and the Gili Islands.
For future travelers looking to extend a Bali trip with a quieter island stay, the planned property could become another luxury option once it opens.
For now, however, it is only a planned development, with the reported target opening in late 2027.
What Travelers Should Know
The resort is not yet open, so travelers planning trips in the near term should rely on currently operating accommodation on Gili Meno.
As development progresses, the opening date and final property details may change. Future travelers should therefore check updated information from Bask before making plans around the new resort.
Editorial Takeaway
The significance of the announcement is less about adding another hotel and more about the type of hospitality being developed on Gili Meno.
A planned second Bask property built around low-density beachfront villas reinforces the island's quieter positioning and gives travelers another potential luxury option beyond Bali's main resort areas.
For Bali travelers exploring the wider western Indonesian island circuit, the project is one to watch as Gili Meno's hospitality offering develops toward 2027.
Helpful planning insights for travelers exploring bookings, regional itineraries, and accommodations across the destination.
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The Oberoi, Lombok
The Oberoi, Lombok is a 5-star resort situated in Lombok & Gili Islands, Lombok (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.4/10 across 314 reviews. Located 113.4 km (2โ3 hours drive) with absolute beachfront (< 100m).
Vila Ombak Hotel
Vila Ombak Hotel is a 4-star resort situated in Lombok & Gili Islands, Lombok (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 8.4/10 across 2,976 reviews. Located approx. 25โ45 mins to regional airport with absolute beachfront (< 100m).
Pura Tanah Lot
Iconic 16th-century sea temple perched upon an offshore rock formation carved by relentless Indian Ocean waves.
Pura Luhur Uluwatu
Cliffside temple crowning a sheer 70-meter limestone drop into roaring Indian Ocean swells, famous for its amphitheater Kecak fire dance.
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