When you vacation somewhere as beautiful as Bali, it may seem as though the last place you want to be spending all your time is the hotel room. But with its vast array of stunning resorts and rooms with a view, this island is actually the perfect place to splurge on accommodation. We’re breaking down some of the most unique hotels in Bali, from sprawling bamboo lodges to giant inflatable bubble tents on the beach.
The Bubble Hotel
If you’re looking for the most unique stays in Bali, this one is a clear winner, literally. The Bubble Hotel has three locations across the island–surrounded by jungle in Ubud, nestled in the rugged hills overlooking secluded Nunggalan Beach, or steps away from the white sands of Nyang Nyang. While the bubbles are completely transparent, they do come with curtains and AC to keep you cool and comfortable. If you’re on a trip for two, you can add some extra romantic touches with flower petals strewn across the bed or candles on the lawn that make the space feel even more magical than it already does. Make sure to bring a camera for this unforgettable stay.
W Bali – Seminyak
A hidden gem in the most vibrant neighborhood. While it is lively on the hotel side, W Bali – Seminyak also offers privacy and comfort in its range of accommodation, comprising Marvelous One Bedroom Pool Villas, WOW Two Bedroom Pool Villas and Extreme WOW Three Bedroom Pool Villas. Surrounded by the beautifully landscaped verdant oasis, you can enjoy the ultimate privacy on the sundeck, where comfy sun lounges make it the perfect spot to grab a book and have a tan, overlooking the private plunge pool that is always inviting for a cool dip or to have a floating breakfast.
Just few steps from the Villas, you can refuel at Starfish Bloo and FIRE, the hotel’s two world-class restaurants or just to sip cocktails at Woobar, a beachfront spot with a magnetic social scene, or even have your individual studio sessions and DJ lesson at our Sound Suite. Away from it all, you can have everything you need, where the 24-hour Whatever/Whenever® service makes things happen for you.
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Bali Dynasty Resort
If you want to discover a unique oasis in Kuta, Bali Dynasty Resort offers a unique layout and family-focused concept, making it the ideal choice for families of all sizes. They boast a wide range of room options, including deluxe rooms, family rooms, and suites. Most of these rooms can comfortably accommodate families of up to 5 people, so you can bring your whole clan along for the trip. Each room is spacious and well-appointed with comfortable furnishings. In addition to comfortable accommodations, Bali Dynasty Resort also offers a wide range of on-site activities and amenities that are sure to keep the whole family entertained. The resort features multiple swimming pools, including a kids’ pool with a gigantic slide, a tropical lagoon pool, and an adults-only pool. There is also a kids’ club, where kids can enjoy supervised activities such as arts and crafts, games, and educational programs. For adults, the resort offers a fitness center, a spa, and a variety of resort activities.
One of the key features that makes Bali Dynasty Resort stand out is they focus on family. There are so many activities and amenities geared towards families which makes it easy for families to have a wonderful time together. When it comes time to dine, you’ll find a wide variety of dining options to suit every taste and budget. From casual dining at the poolside café, to fine dining at the resort’s restaurants, there is something for everyone. You can also chill at their bars to enjoy a refreshing tropical cocktail while taking in the beautiful surroundings.
Bali Dynasty Resort is the perfect choice for families looking for a relaxing and fun-filled vacation in Bali. With comfortable accommodations, a wide range of activities, and a family-friendly atmosphere, this resort is sure to please even the pickiest of travelers. Book early and save big! Enjoy up to 15% off your stay and added perks when you book your family vacation at Bali Dynasty Resort. Don’t miss out on this limited time offer for staying up to March 2024! Use promo code: BALINEWS on their website to access this limited offer.
Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort
Experience luxury like you’ve never seen before at Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort’s one-of-a-kind concept hotel. Their all-suite rooms are 80 square metres in size and include a separate bathtub and rain shower, a Jacuzzi on the balcony, a walk-in closet, a living room, and a bedroom. Their interiors are expertly designed to blend Thai elegance with traditional Bali charm, creating a truly one-of-a-kind and unforgettable atmosphere. With 59 spacious suites featuring Balinese-inspired elegance, immerse yourself in designer beachfront style.
Swim in one of their three pools, which include a public pool with stunning views of Seminyak Beach and two pools reserved exclusively for Seminyak Pool Access Room guests. Indulge in contemporary cuisine that highlights regional flavours. Relax in the shoreline infinity pool and lounge on your private balcony with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. Allow their spa to pamper you with precious spices and royal rituals, creating an unforgettable stay.
Beehouse Dijiwa Ubud
This property offers a private paradise surrounded by amazing rice paddies, lush greeneries, and view of Mount Agung. The resort is centered around a stunning pool lagoon as an oasis on a hot tropical day. The garden and stone pathways will lead you to the beautifully-design villas. The house has a unique façade of a circular shape made of bamboo. The rest of the structures are also dominated by natural materials, like wood, bamboo, and stone.
This adults only property allows you to revel in the magical moments, from watching the breathtaking sunrise to observing birds playing in the rice paddies. Beehouse Dijiwa Ubud is the perfect destination for travellers who seeks a one-of-a-kind getaway and to step in a world of unspoiled natural beauty.
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Morabito Art Cliff Hotel
Want multiple vacations in one? At Morabito Art Cliff Hotel in Bingin, guests can get a taste of Greece without ever leaving Bali. Their Santorini suite comes complete with gorgeous blue floors and white furniture, as well as a cliffside terrace that looks out over the famous waves of the Bukit. Soak in the sun from cosy wall-to-wall sofas or your private jacuzzi. They also have lofts in the style of Cartagena, Capri, Manhattan, Miami, and Venice, so keep globe-trotting for as long as your budget allows.
Sandat Glamping Tents
Try to picture yourself sitting under a million stars and chatting until the early hours. As the newest travelling style, glamping romantically brings you in touch with nature while allowing 5-star hotel comfort. Glamping is all about escaping from the world into the heart of nature with no trace of modernisation yet a luxurious twist. It gives another reason to believe that there is still much to experience in Bali.
As one of the most popular glamping sites in Bali, Sandat Glamping Tents offers 5 safari-style tents with each having its private infinity-edge pool together with a terrace that leads into the forest. The interiors of the tents are amazing! If you have always harboured the fear of the discomforts in camping tents, then glamping here can be even more comfortable than your own home. The decorations are down to detail to give the occupants the real touch of Bali’s nature. Pearl chandeliers, hand-painted furniture, coffee plants and white shells, you will feel at home while in the wild. Each cottage is also equipped with a ceiling fan, AC, mini-fridge, i-pod docking station, internal phone service, and, of course, Wi-Fi connection.
The tents are surrounded by rice fields, vast vegetation and beautiful mother nature. Perfect seclusion has been done with bamboo screens together with vertical gardens thus giving you all the privacy you need. So when the jungle is alive at night – and it surely will – don’t worry about your safety. For the nature lovers, be ready to enjoy the melodious and at times discords sang by the night creatures.
Mana Earthly Paradise
Located in Ubud, Mana Earthly Paradise, an eco-hotel run by Earth Company, is ready to welcome back conscious, sustainable travellers in the post-pandemic era. Officially opened in September 2019, this property was designed for this anticipated demand for sustainable tourism. Through ecological practices and innovative technologies, the property concretely addresses the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its three core facilities: eco villas, an organic restaurant and a conscious store.
They use solar power for the lighting, harvest rainwater, circulate wastewater, compost food waste, reduce water usage with water-saving showers and water-saving toilets. They also provide environmentally-friendly toiletries and use zero-waste mattresses.
Mana’s six eco villas are made of earthbags – a construction technique that produces far less carbon footprint than using conventional materials like cement, clay bricks and steel, which require enormous energy for production. The villas are also durable; earthbag buildings can stand for decades if not centuries. Not having to replace them means saving even more resources and further reducing waste. They have slow heat transfer so the villas stay cool during the day and warm at night.
MATHIS Lodge Amed
MATHIS Lodge has decided to take the height by overlooking this whole area at more than 400 m above sea level, this place is a must see if you come to Bali as the view, the setting and the decoration of this unique place will remain you never engraved in your memories. Made up of 20 individual lodges spread over the 2 hectares of the property, some lodges are equipped with an outdoor jacuzzi or an infinity pool, to keep you refreshed at all times. The larger ones can accommodate a family of 4 in complete comfort. The refined decoration style takes us into an ethnic atmosphere of East Indonesia between Papua, Sumba or Sumbawa.
The materials used are mostly natural between stone, wood, straw and tropical plants. The comfort and interior fittings contrast with the exterior and its surroundings – the bedding is worthy of a large luxury hotel, the bathroom products are 100% natural. The terraces are furnished with a large sofa and a king size day bed in the shade to take full advantage of the exceptional view from the property. A broadband fibre optic wifi is available in the rooms and in the common areas.
With a breathtaking view and a panoramic bar overlooking the property, their ASMAT restaurant will welcome you to start your evening under the best possible auspices. MATHIS Lodge is one of the leading Boutique Hotels on the island due to its exceptional environment. From the lodge, many activities are possible, from a short walk in the surrounding mountains to excursions with a driver and an experienced guide. Discovery Packages, including hotel nights and excursions, will allow you to shine on the island while discovering at your leisure our properties of Umalas, Ubud, and Amed.
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Kampung Jimba
Escape and revitalise yourself in a lush and private tropical paradise. Located in Uluwatu, this place is next to the famous beach, Padang Padang. Blended by the harmonious traditional ambience, Kampung Jimba welcomes you to the natural sanctuary, surrounded by the tropical forest that reflects the island’s natural. The accommodation is limited with a collection of 5 unique buildings with 13 rooms in total.
To celebrate the essence of the village living, each joglo is designed in a traditional manner, blending with unique artwork that harmonises with the surrounding environment. Surrounded by tropical forest, this villa offers traditional authentic bedrooms. You can expect to relax and rest in natural vibe rooms overlooking the tranquil and exotic forest after a day of exhilarating explore.
Editor’s Note:
Because these properties are so special, they’re also in high demand. Keep that in mind when you’re planning a trip to Bali, as you’ll want to book any of these gems well in advance to make sure your spot is secure.
