SANBADADEVELOPMENTJournal
Insights from the ground.
Practical notes on land, construction, ownership, and investment in Lombok — written to make complex decisions clearer.
Market Research
Kuta vs West Coast Lombok: Villa ADR and Occupancy Compared
Our September 2026 research snapshot compares 1–3 bedroom rentals. West Coast rates were higher; Kuta–Batu Riti occupancy was stronger. Read both before setting a villa brief.
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Lombok Tourism
MotoGP in Lombok: Hotel Demand, ADR and Tourism Impact
A MotoGP 2025 booking case reported room rates 3–4 times usual levels, while Mandalika occupancy reached 100%. Compare event peaks with San Bada’s market benchmarks.
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Lombok Infrastructure
Lombok’s Lembar–Kayangan Bypass: What Is Confirmed So Far?
A September 2026 update on Lombok’s proposed Lembar–Kayangan bypass: design work, reported land funding, and questions for property owners.
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Villa Construction
How Long Does It Take to Build a Villa in Lombok?
A realistic Lombok villa construction timeline—from site review and design to permits, construction, completion, and handover.
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Land & Construction
Is Your Land Actually Build-Ready?
Owning land does not necessarily mean you are ready to build. Access, zoning, terrain, drainage, utilities, permits, and site costs all need to align.
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Market Insights
Marina Bay City, Lombok: What We Know
A factual summary of the Marina Bay City investment dispute in West Lombok — confirmed government findings, fund flow evidence, disputed claims, and the current status of the Polda Bali investigation.
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Market Insights
Lombok Tourism in Numbers: What the Official Data Actually Shows
A data-driven analysis of Lombok's tourism market using only verified official sources — BPS, Ministry of Tourism, and Horwath HTL. No hype, just the numbers.
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Investment
Long-Term vs Short-Term Rental in Lombok: Which Strategy Actually Works?
Higher nightly rates don't always mean higher returns. An honest comparison of short-term vs long-term rental strategies in Lombok — including a third option most investors overlook.
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INVESTMENT
Lombok vs Bali: Where Should You Invest in 2026?
Everyone who looks at Indonesian real estate eventually asks the same question: Bali or Lombok?
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Construction
How to Hire a Villa Contractor in Lombok: A Practical Guide
Compare contractor scope, project evidence, quotations, reporting, payment milestones, and handover responsibilities for your Lombok villa.
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Investment
Villa Rental Yield in Lombok: A 2025–2026 Data Snapshot
An archive of rental-market figures and illustrative assumptions from 2025–2026. Source periods vary; this is not a current valuation or income forecast.
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Construction & Costs
Villa Construction Costs in Lombok: A Complete Budget Guide
Use our Lombok villa budget calculator to compare building costs, pool, site works and furnishing, with unpriced items kept visible. Includes San Bada’s indicative planning bands.
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Legal & Ownership
How Foreigners Can Legally Own Property in Lombok: Leasehold, PT PMA, and What to Watch Out For
Can foreigners own land in Indonesia? Not outright — but with the right legal structure, it is entirely possible to invest securely. This guide covers leasehold, PT PMA + HGB, and the nominee trap, with a focus on notarisation and due diligence.
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Land Investment
7 Things You Must Check Before Buying Land in Lombok
More than the price, what matters is whether the land is viable — and safe. Here are 7 essential checks before committing to any land purchase in Lombok.
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