8 Best Hotels in Bali to Enhance your Travel Experience

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Posted On : November 18, 2022 By Angie H.

Looking for hotels in Bali? Who doesn’t know Bali?

Indonesia’s Island of Gods that’s considered as the largest travel destination in Indonesia.

For some people, Bali is famous for its beaches.

But for some, it’s more than that; the island have so much to offer, from mountain ranges, lush green jungle, serene waters, the people, history, culinary ranks, and art.

Planning to go there soon, but you don’t know where to stay? We got you covered!

We will list 8 best hotels in Bali grouped by the destination & what you can do there. Check us out!

 

1. Potato Head, Seminyak

If you’re coming to Bali for the parties and easy access, Potato Head Seminyak is for you.

Located conveniently in Bali’s tourist spot, Seminyak is a home to many party spots in every corner, even inside the Potato Head property there is a beach club— and only 10 minute’s drive to hotels Kuta.

But not only that, this hotel also surrounded by gyms, cafés, restaurants, beach clubs.

So it’s truly a melting spot for every need;

thus every kind of travellers from hedonist, foodies, innovators, sun worshippers, and culturally curious; Potato Head is for you.

This luxury Seminyak beachfront resort takes a visionary approach to hospitality; championing design, sustainability and social responsibility.


Photo source Potato Head, Seminyak

The striking, Brutalist-inspired architecture yet complete reassuring and easy flow of Potato Head encourage exploration of the property.

And kid you not, it is huge.

With Potato Head style, you’ll arrive in an open and inviting spaces like sweeping bamboo archway, poolside with satisfying architectural angles that are set against lush green nature and art installations.

Related: Nightlife in Bali

When it comes to accommodation, there’s two main options; suites or studios.

The Suites are a place to thoroughly relax with five different types of accommodation, which are all luxurious but has its own personalities to suit yours.

Some have more than one bedroom with open plan living and dining room areas, some have private pool Bali villa, or with a rooftop garden with a jacuzzi. It’s truly a home away from home.


Potato Head, Seminyak - Private Pool Potato Head, Seminyak - Room
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If you don’t really want to splurge that much but still want to choose Potato Head, the Studios are for you.

There are different type of Studio that mostly differentiated by the view, from overlooking ocean to bamboo courtyard, but all fairly nice.

Potato Head

Rate starts from Rp2,600,000

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2. Como Uma, Canggu

For people whose curious about what’s happening in Canggu, might stay in Canggu with style.

This past few years, Canggu has been the new Kuta. Everyone’s coming to Canggu;

but actually there is nothing particularly special about the place; just café, restaurants, and party spots. But for surfers, probably this could be your new home base.

Related: Beach clubs in Canggu that’s worth your time

One of hotels in Bali that’s worth to mention is Como Uma Canggu, which tick down all the boxes for relaxing and luxurious stay in Bali;

family friendly accommodation, great wave, and tons of opportunity to rest and recharge in style.

Canggu is always busy; you always see everyone coming in and out of places, but once you stepped into Como Uma,

there is a spontaneous relaxed vibe like a sanctuary in the middle of scruffy Canggu.


Como Uma, Canggu - Pool Como Uma, Canggu

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There are options for your hotel rooms as well, from a studio that’s equipped with Nespresso machine, yoga mat

and awesome sleeping arrangements;

It has apartment and suites which has vary facilities, such as complete kitchenette, some have direct lagoon pool access or have their own private pool.

But every rooms are Instagrammable hotel digs.


Como Uma, Canggu - Bathroom Como Uma, Canggu - Room

Photo source Como Uma, Canggu

What you’ll love about this place –especially those who’s travelling with kids and families,

this place has awesome kid’s club where the kids can discover everchanging activities including mini yoga classes to designing and painting Batik.

They also have private nanny provided for parents who wants complete hassle-free family trip where you can have lots of mama/papa time,

from Pilates, private massage within the property, gym classes, to surf and beach time.


Como Uma, Canggu - Pool Como Uma, Canggu - Scenery

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Como Uma Canggu

Double rooms starts from Rp2,700,000; residences starts from Rp4,600,000

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3. Ulu Cliffhouse, Uluwatu

If you’re looking for the feeling of finding an undiscovered paradise, Ulu Cliffhouse is just the place.

Most people know Ulu Cliffhouse for its Sunday parties, or the beach clubs,

but you can enhance the experience by staying over in this Uluwatu’s cliffside that is stylish, spacious and luxe suites!

That’s facilitated with 25-meter infinity pool, open-air restaurants and bar on top of access to phenomenal surfing,

diving and snorkeling with high standard service that is personal and exceptionally professional.


Ulu Cliffhouse, Uluwatu Ulu Cliffhouse, Uluwatu - Garden

Photo source Ulu Cliffhouse, Uluwatu

Related: Bali’s best surf points

If you heard about the beach club, you can set the same, even higher expectations for the hotel room.

What made this place worth mentioning in our list of best hotels in Bali? The exclusivity the place can offer.

Ulu Cliffhouse only have 7 suites, which named after Indonesia’s famous surf breaks, that’s a blend of contemporary sophistication and tropical flair to create luxurious haven.


Ulu Cliffhouse, Uluwatu - Room Ulu Cliffhouse, Uluwatu - Suite

Photo source Ulu Cliffhouse, Uluwatu

Each suites has its own distinctive personality, that is decorated with bold yet elegant colour,

and the interiors are nicely appointed to make the place looks spacious.

It truly looks like an oasis that offers ultimate elevate escape at the edge of the world.

Since the guests are mostly surfers, Ulu Cliffhouse tailor its services just exactly right;

beach butler that would arrange parasol, towels, cool drinks, private yoga session on the ocean deck,

personal surf training sessions to paragliding looking over Uluwatu’s cliffs.

 

Ulu Cliffhouse

Rate starts from Rp4,250,000

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4. Six Senses, Uluwatu

Let’s say Six Senses know how to make a truly luxurious, relaxing hotel for you to enhance your stay in Bali.

A place that mixes modern amenities, sustainable practices and Balinese hospitality, on top of a clifftop with sweeping ocean views.

The place is truly heavenly made, especially for surfers, but not closing its door to adventurous families and honeymooners.


Six Senses, Uluwatu Six Senses, Uluwatu - Pool

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This particular hotel is filled with natural vegetation and lush landscaping that provides a sense of privacy and seclusion between villas.

With overlooking to the Indian Ocean, the place giving a serenity vibe that is hard to get in other hotels in Bali.

All the rooms are suites or villas which draw upon the local culture, embrace nature and offer every creature comfort,

with shades cool blues and greens to carry the water theme.

Technology-wise, each rooms enjoys a double vanity, deep soak tub for relaxing Bali getaway. Even some have private pool.


Six Senses, Uluwatu - Room Six Senses, Uluwatu - Suite

Photo source Six Senses, Uluwatu

There are many dining options within the property but most are served with handpicked ingredients.

From a Nikkei style sushi-ceviche to The Cliff Bar with the best panoramic views of Uluwatu for enjoying freshly baked specialties and homemade pasta.

Six Senses Uluwatu

Rate starts from Rp10,600,000

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5. The Legian, Bali

If you’re looking for hotels Kuta Bali, we also got you covered with The Legian Bali.

This luxury mid-sized resort on Seminyak Beach is only 10 minute’s drive from Kuta that’s screaming tropical elegance,

class and style from every corner of this five-star hotel.

While the local area is surrounded by trendy boutiques and social spots, the hotel is a cocoon of tranquility with a beautiful infinity pool,

moody spa and an everyday sunset spot.


The Legian, Bali The Legian, Bali

Photo source The Legian, Bali

The moment you step into the lobby, you will be welcomed with a stylish haven of dark woods, natural fibres,

and lots of fresh flowers and interesting Balinese artworks.

The gardens are filled with grassy lawns, bubbling fountains, banana trees with three-tiered swimming pool which extends to the beachfront.

The overall property is smart and timeless; a voguish beach vibe with understated Balinese characters.


The Legian, Bali - Room The Legian, Bali - Balcony

Photo source The Legian, Bali

The Legian got limited rooms; 67 suites, a Beach House and 14 private pool Bali villa.

Understated Balinese décor continues throughout the rooms; dark wood on white colour schemes,

wickerwork sofas and parquet floors, speckled with original artwork and modern technologies.

All suites have private, ocean-facing balconies and a Bose sound systems with a pre-loaded iPod.

 

The Legian

Rate starts from $605 all year round.

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6. Raffles, Jimbaran

Another hotels in Bali that’s overlooking ocean with huge property you can get around to is Raffles Jimbaran.

A serene oasis that celebrates beautiful tropical setting, with an open, breezy and light sea views from every part of the villa.

Raffles Bali revels a lavish sense of peace and privacy, due to the generous amount of space that the resort enjoys.

There are only 32 contemporary Balinese-style with private pool villas, looks very harmonious with a blend of Indonesian and Japanese artefacts.


Raffles, Jimbaran Raffles, Jimbaran - Beach

Photo source Raffles, Jimbaran

This hotel is literally a definition of luxury, as each guests are assigned their own butler to take care and take them around 23 hectares of the property.

Which includes beachfront infinity pool, Raffles’ signature Writers’ Bar and library, a spa, meditation terrace, fitness centre,

yoga space, gift store, two tennis courts, and unique small limestone cave for meditation sessions and private dinners.

Sounds like a lot to explore, but no worries, as the butler will be on hand to make all necessary plans and reservations, and to chauffeur guests by buggy around the resort.


Raffles, Jimbaran - Pool Raffles, Jimbaran - Room

Photo source Raffles, Jimbaran

The room itself is expansive ocean-facing villas, making it as one of the best and luxurious hotels in Bali.

The villa comes with various sizes with either one or two bedrooms, beautifully decorated with batik fabrics, rattan furniture and Indonesian hardwood floors.

Each one stands within a manicured garden and opens to an al-fresco dining area and its own private pool Bali villa.

 

Raffles Jimbaran

Rate starts from Rp21,114,500

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7. Mandapa, A Ritz Carlton Reserve, Ubud

If you’re coming to Bali to get a total cultural yet relaxing vibe, you should come to Ubud. Most hotels Ubud Bali will give you the feeling of peacefulness.

Located in the middle of Bali Island, Ubud offers serenity with greenery, waterfalls, and beautiful in-the-middle-of-jungle scenery.

To enhance your Ubud experience, stay in Mandapa that is built inside the lush, peachful valley of the mighty Ayung River.

The resort faces onto a steep, jungled side of the valley, so expect to see some wildlife here.


Mandapa, A Ritz Carlton Reserve, Ubud Mandapa, A Ritz Carlton Reserve, Ubud - Entrance

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The property has been designed to feel like a Balinese village, which has succeed to give out a very strong sense of place.

The visual focal point of the resort it the terrace of rice paddies that overlooked by the swimming pool, the pool bar and library.

The service are truly gracious, where each guests are appointed their own butler.

The resort are facilitated with comprehensive wellness area, yoga space, spa luxurious treatment that are connected with traditional healing therapies,

and heated vitality pool with wonderful jungle and river views.

This hotel also family-friendly that offers children’s camp programme.


Mandapa, A Ritz Carlton Reserve, Ubud - Restaurant Mandapa, A Ritz Carlton Reserve, Ubud - Room

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There are 35 suites and 25 private pool Bali villas, and each rooms are magnificent with dark woods and rich textiles.

Mandapa’s attention to details deserve an appreciation which made the room feel more luxurious, with ceiling basketry,

gold-speckled glass, highest quality ikats, and specially commissioned Javanese chairs that gives a regal quality.

The hand-paint murals in the bedroom worth two years of work by local artists.

 

Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Ubud

Rate starts from Rp9,438,000

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8. Amandari, Ubud

One of hotels from Aman Group will take you right back to serenity yet luxurious area, just as this Amandari would do.

As one of hotels Ubud Bali, the property has been built since 1989, and aged very, very gracefully and still one of the region’s very best resorts.

Overlooking the sacred Ayung Valley, this hotel is meant to resemble a traditional Balinese village, which is perfect for culture lovers.


Amandari, Ubud Amandari, Ubud - Garden

Photo source Amandari, Ubud

Serene gardens with lotus ponds, thatched-roof buildings, and carved-stone statues draped in colorful fabrics give guests a taste of the real local aesthetic.

Indigenous building materials and artwork from Bali and elsewhere in the Indonesian archipelago also provide a distinctive sense of place.

This particular hotel is actually the first hotels in Bali that offers infinity pool.


Amandari, Ubud - Room Amandari, Ubud - Pool

Photo source Amandari, Ubud

With no more than 35 rooms, Amandari’s simplicity would surprise you with its elegance.

The room provides outdoor baths, and flower-strewn decks with sunloungers.

Some also have hand-painted beds, valley view, or private jade-green pools.

Well stocked minibars include Billecart-Salmon champagne and Unakaffe espresso machines, with complimentary jars of freshly baked cookies.

There is no television in the room, yet there are so many things to do within the room.


Amandari, Ubud Amandari, Ubud - Restaurant

Photo source Amandari, Ubud

 

Amandari

Rate starts from Rp10,621,056

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That is all for our list of Best Hotels in Bali but if you are looking for more exciting things around Bali..

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