DENPASAR, DEWATA.NEWS – The planned reopening of the jetty at Mertasari Beach, located in the customary village of Intaran, Sanur, is expected to bring positive impacts to the local tourism sector, particularly for nearby hotels and resorts.
One of the businesses anticipating benefits is Sumitra Luxury Villas and Resort by Pramana. Resort Manager Yudy Suardana said the jetty has existed long before the resort was built, but its development had been delayed. A limited operational trial is now scheduled for mid-February 2026.
“As far as I know, the jetty has been here long before this resort was established. It was delayed for some time, and now there is information that a trial operation will take place. You could say this is a pleasant surprise for us,” Yudy said on Tuesday (February 3, 2026).
According to Yudy, the reactivation of the Mertasari jetty could open access to a new segment of sea-traveling tourists, particularly visitors arriving from Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan. He noted that Sanur has already been a preferred final stop for some travelers before returning to their home countries.
“Around 15 percent of our market consists of guests who stay in Sanur after visiting Nusa Penida or Lembongan before flying home. With the jetty in operation, we are optimistic there will be a domino effect on occupancy,” he explained.
Yudy estimated that the additional jetty could increase room occupancy at nearby resorts by around 10 to 15 percent. Beyond improving access for tourists, the Mertasari jetty is also expected to help reduce congestion at the Matahari Terbit Jetty, which has long served as Sanur’s main sea crossing point.
In terms of market composition, Sumitra Luxury Villas and Resort is currently dominated by Australian visitors, who account for around 50 percent of total guests. European travelers from countries such as Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom form the next largest segment, followed by visitors from the United States.
“We are also starting to see arrivals from the Middle East, and there are quite a number of honeymooners from Korea. The Indian market is still very small, while Chinese tourists have begun to appear since December, although not yet in significant numbers,” Yudy added.
With the planned resumption of operations at Mertasari Beach jetty, tourism businesses in Sanur hope improved accessibility will encourage stronger visitor flows, longer stays, and a positive impact on hotel occupancy and the local tourism economy.