The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali once again supported Maybank Marathon 2026, one of Indonesia’s leading marathon events, by providing wellness-focused hospitality and race-day support for international elite runners, marathon participants, and the Maybank Marathon team.
The resort hosted Maybank Marathon International Elite Runners for a wellness stay ahead of race day, provided Eat Well catering for the event team, and distributed Westin flip-flops to Full Marathon finishers as a post-race gesture designed to help tired feet recover after their achievement.
Held in Bali, Maybank Marathon brought together runners from Indonesia and around the world, creating an opportunity for The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali to bring its wellness philosophy beyond the resort and into the running community.
Key facts:
- Event: Maybank Marathon 2026
- Westin Role: Wellness hospitality and event support partner
- Elite Runners: Hosted Maybank Marathon International Elite Runners for a pre-race wellness stay
- Eat Well: Provided catering for the Maybank Marathon team
- Post-Race Recovery: Westin flip-flops provided to full Marathon finishers
- Westin Booth: Featuring Westin wellness programs, Wellness Day Pass and the upcoming annual wellness event and Marriott Bonvoy members information and enrollment
- Sustainability: Dr. Jitendra Pokhriyal, Director of Wellness at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, shared the resort’s sustainability initiatives and responsible hospitality approach during the event’s talk show
Wellness Hospitality for Maybank Marathon International Elite Runners
The partnership began before race day, with The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali welcoming Maybank Marathon International Elite Runners for a wellness-focused stay designed to support their preparation ahead of the race.
The collaboration reflects Westin’s belief that wellbeing should accompany travelers throughout their journey—not only when they are within the resort. For athletes preparing for one of Indonesia’s most demanding running events, this meant creating an environment where rest, nourishment and recovery could remain part of their pre-race routine.
Eat Well Catering Supports the Maybank Marathon Team
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali also supported the Maybank Marathon team through its Eat Well philosophy, providing catering designed to support the team throughout the event. As one of Westin’s wellbeing pillars, Eat Well encourages guests to make nourishing choices that support energy and wellbeing while travelling. Bringing this philosophy into the marathon environment extended the resort’s wellness commitment beyond its guestrooms and facilities.
Westin Flip-Flops Help Marathon Finishers “Feel Good on Their Feet”
Following the physical challenge of completing the Full Marathon, participants were welcomed with a simple but thoughtful Westin gesture: Westin flip-flops provided to Full Marathon finishers. The initiative brought Westin’s wellness philosophy to life in a practical way—giving runners the opportunity to take a break from their running shoes and feel more comfortable on their feet after completing the race.
Westin Booth Connects Runners with Wellness Experiences
Throughout the event, Westin Booth served as a point of connection between the resort and the wider running community. Visitors were introduced to The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali’s wellness offerings, including the Wellness Day Pass and the upcoming Celebrate Wellness event. The booth also provided an opportunity for visitors to discover and enroll in Marriott Bonvoy, connecting the Maybank Marathon community with the wider Marriott International travel ecosystem.
Sustainability and Responsible Hospitality Take Centre Stage
Wellness at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali extends beyond individual wellbeing to encompass the wellbeing of the destination and its communities. During the Maybank Marathon program, Dr. Jitendra Pokhriyal, Director of Wellness at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, represented the resort in a talk show focused on the property’s sustainability initiatives and commitment to responsible hospitality.
His participation reinforced the resort’s broader approach to wellness—one that recognizes that healthy travel is connected not only to how guests feel, but also to how hospitality businesses care for their environment and communities.
Westin Associates Take on the Challenge
The spirit of Move Well was also demonstrated by The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali’s own associates.
Arif Ardiawan, Learning & Development Director, and Dane Fernandes, Director of Food &Beverage, represented the resort as Westin Runners, taking on the Full Marathon and Half Marathon, respectively. Their participation brought the brand’s Move Well philosophy to life from within the organization, demonstrating that wellness is not simply something Westin offers its guests—it is a value embraced by its associates.
“Wellness Should Move With Us”
“Maybank Marathon is a wonderful reflection of how movement, wellbeing and community can come together,” said Arun Kumar, General Manager, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali & Bali International Convention Centre. “We are proud to support the runners not only on race day, but throughout their journey—from providing a wellness-focused stay for the international elite runners and Eat Well nourishment for the event team, to offering a simple gesture of comfort for full Marathon finishers. For us, this is what Move Well means: helping people feel their best wherever their journey takes them.”
Bringing Westin’s Wellness Philosophy Beyond the Resort
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali’s participation in Maybank Marathon 2026 demonstrates how the brand’s wellness philosophy can extend beyond the traditional hotel environment. Through Move Well, Eat Well, Sleep Well and responsible hospitality, the resort continues to create meaningful connections with guests, athletes, associates and the wider community. The collaboration with Maybank Marathon further strengthens The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali’s position as a wellness-focused destination in Bali, while demonstrating that wellbeing can be part of every journey—from the starting line to the finish line and beyond.
