With more than three decades of international hospitality experience, Arun Kumar returns to Indonesia as General Manager of The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, while taking on strategic oversight of 21 Marriott International Premium and Select properties across Bali.
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali has welcomed Arun Kumar as its new General Manager, marking his return to Indonesia after a distinguished career spanning more than 30 years across Asia, the Caribbean, and the United States.
In his new role, Arun will oversee The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali and the adjoining Bali International Convention Centre (BICC). He has also been appointed Area General Manager – Bali (Premium & Select Properties) for Marriott International, giving him strategic oversight of 21 Marriott International Premium and Select hotels and resorts across the island.
The appointment brings Arun back to a market he knows well. His previous Indonesia leadership roles include General Manager of The Westin Jakarta and Managing Director of The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan, and JW Marriott Jakarta. Most recently, he served as Market Vice President for North India, Nepal, and Bhutan, where he led the performance and strategic growth of 60 Marriott International hotels across the region.
His career has been shaped by transformational openings, complex operations, and changing market conditions. Among his achievements was leading the opening of The Westin Jakarta, as well as steering two Jakarta luxury properties through the challenges of the global pandemic. His experience also extends to large-scale resort operations, including a major renovation project in St. Thomas.
At The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, Arun’s focus will include strengthening the resort’s wellness positioning while elevating experiences across accommodation, dining, meetings and events, destination weddings, family travel, and sustainability.
For Arun, the next chapter is ultimately about people and purpose. As travel becomes increasingly intentional, he sees an opportunity to create experiences that foster wellbeing, connection, and lasting memories, while building on the resort’s established legacy and continuing to evolve for a new generation of travellers.
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali
ITDC, Nusa Dua
Bali 80363, Indonesia
T: (+62) 361771906
E: reservation.00035@westin.com
IG: @westinbali
