Lembeh Resort began life as the family holiday home of Alex Rorimpandey, a local citizen from nearby Tondano. What began as a single cottage overlooking the Strait opened as a small resort in December 2002, with an initial three guest cottages. Today, the resort boasts 14 cottages and plans to add a spa, gazebo and honeymoon suite to complete the complex.

Alex sadly passed away in July 2003. Today, his wife and sons own the resort and are actively involved in its management. The resort provides employment & training for many local villagers on Lembeh Island. In keeping with his commitment to the community, Alex donated many materials to build the local church in Pintu Kota Kecil. A strong bond exists as a result of this mutual co-operation, and Alex’s message to his family and staff was “We are all owners of Lembeh Resort so we must all take care to watch over it”.