Not to be confused with Bali’s Kuta Beach, this is Lombok's very own surfer's paradise with virginal white sand and turquoise waters, fringed by a hilly terrain. This is the best-known place on the south coast, relatively lively and atmospheric; the area is one held in deep affection by its returning visitors and instantly wins over the hearts of the first-timers. It’s about 90-minute drive from Senggigi, Kuta is a great daytrip opportunity, one that should be enjoyed by all visitors. Kuta beaches on Lombok's south coast is a world away from its more famous Kuta Beach in Bali. The beaches are clean, the sand blindingly white and the turquise ocean streches as far as eye can see, in contrast to the traffic and congestion of Kuta Bali; Kuta Lombok is a laid back paradise for surfers and sun seekers.
Kuta is the main town and center of tourism development on the south coast of Lombok, a big plan on the progres this year such the international airport and the five star Hotels such the Rizt group will build shortly. Kuta area about one and half hours drive from Mataram or Senggigi, Kuta and the surounding region has gained an international reputation for some of the beast surfing destinations in south east Asia and consiering to be the best surf spot in Asia. Its here that the gentle waters surounding Lombok meet the curents of India ocean, forming great swells and surf breaks. The result of this oceanic activity is seen in fantastic vistas of cliffs, headlands and beaches carved out of the southern coatline.
To get to Kuta Lombok is very easy. Instead of taking public transportation, guest can simply pre-book a private transfer service at reservation desk of Villa Atas Ombak.