Villas σε Province of Bali, Indonesia

The staff and Location make this joint. The rooms are very good, large and well maintained, The Pool Villas are private and whilst at the moment they have some construction going on, you honestly would not know. The staff will run you into Lovina beach proper every day, and quite a few venues will come and pick you up and drop you back. The only downside to this place is the food. They need to get back to basic and serve the wonderful dishes that people travel to Bali for, forget the westernized menus of Burgers and Ribs etc. Serve a more traditional menu, Breakfast was pretty good. But the restaurant was the only reason this place did not get 5 stars. The staff are the best asset this place has.. a very relaxing time in Lovina, fix the Restaurant and you have a 5 star property in every way. Lovina is very laid back, no yells of ”transport” or ”taxi” no hassling from eager vendors, some polite questions as you walk past an outlet, nothing more.. A great spot for a chill out.

We have recently returned from a wonderfully relaxing and enjoyable 10 night vacation at Vivara Private Pool Villas & Spa Retreat in Jimbaran, Bali. Our aim was to get away from our busy life and take a complete break. The resort comprises 48 beautiful, private, self-contained pool villas, most of which are one or two-bedroom. Each villa is like your own home-away-from home, with pool decking and lounges, an alfresco kitchen bungalow (with a daily replenishment of non-alcoholic drinks in the mini bar), outdoor rain shower and bathroom, and a spacious bedroom with lounge area. It is clear that the resort aims to make every guest’s experience as comfortable as possible. As we were so comfortable in our villa, we were determined not to become complete ‘holiday recluses’ and, despite room service being the option for many of the guests, we always walked to the poolside restaurant for breakfast each morning, afternoon tea every second day, before feasting on a fabulous evening dining experience on alternate evenings. Needless to say, we did not leave Vivara hungry! The resort is like a small community, and staff are more than happy to transport you to and from your villa using golf buggies, or you can take advantage of the communal bikes and scooters and ride around the resort pathways. Additionally, a complimentary shuttle service to and from Jimbaran Beach is available, and times are customised to guests, creating a very personalised and welcome service. Being a spa retreat, we indulged in five deep tissue massages each, and they were a highlight of our stay. The private bungalows are built in a traditional Balinese style, are quiet and calming, and the masseuses provided a comfortable, relaxing and friendly atmosphere. Thank you, so much. The heart of the resort, though, is the staff. They were all, without exception, incredibly friendly, helpful, and always keen to converse and learn about their guests, or share their insights into Bali. We cannot recommend the Vivara staff highly enough. Thank you, Keke, and all your staff, for making our stay so enjoyable. We loved being immersed in the Balinese style of the resort, and Vivara did not disappoint as the ideal place for us to unwind and relax. We have no hesitation in recommending Vivara to any visitors searching for the same experience.

I can’t speak more highly of this excellent resort. Yes, it is away from the now very busy Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, etc and thats great. Less traffic and less noise! Just get a driver/taxi to visit other areas, they are still very reasonably priced (by Aussie standards). The gardens are beautifully maintained, the pools sparkling and our villa very comfortable and private, also it’s own plunge pool…..very refreshing in a hot climate. We ate very well from the extensive buffet breakfast (included in our package), the a la carte lunch menu (small meal for us after a hearty breakfast) and the dinners when we ate in. The food was delicious, perfectly cooked and very well presented. I would like to give my greatest praise, and thanks, to the staff. I think we pretty much met them all as it’s not a huge resort. Without exception they were friendly, smiling, helpful, unobtrusive and a delight to spend time with. This was not our first trip to Bali, but probably the most memorable for all the right reasons. One aspect that should be addressed though is the lack of a full length mirror in the villa. A negative for my wife and adult daughters. Also I think 2 sets of keys should be provided in a 2 bedroom villa when 4 adults are staying. This would make the daily comings and goings easier

The positives are that it is in a central location. Staff are lovely and helpful, responsive and warm; nothing was too much of an ask. The pool is a good size, clean and private.Beds are comfortable and the hotel is secluded from the street noise. Daily room service was excellent and breakfast was included. The negatives: the villas are a little tired and need some updating and minor repairs. Overall, good value for money and though it is not a five star hotel, it served our needs very well.

It’s a huge territory with 2 big swimming pools, restaurant, spa center and different types of rooms Also there’s a yoga shala which has all the necessary yoga props The spa area is also super beautiful and it’s good to rest there after a long day I especially liked the bed and pillows — very comfortable to sleep Unfortunately the lake was under repairs, but we were offered an upgrade to the sky villa Thank you very much for having us. We enjoyed it a lot

Lumbini Villas & Spa was a single suite in true Balinese style with full swimming pool and very accessible to the Airport with shuttles to Lippo Mall and Discovery Mall shopping centres. Breakfast was included which was more than adequate every morning and delicious. A complimentary Balinese Massage was included in our package and was well received and liked very much. We ate at the restaurant and enjoyed our meal and drinks. Staff were very obliging and helpful is all aspects of the resorts services from Reception, Housekeeping, Spa and restaurant and breakfast services which catered to our needs. The landscaping, public pools, gymnasium and bicycles were all well kept and this resort is one to return to and enjoy all aspects of Bali from this delightful location in Jimbaran on Uluwatu Street

Facilities: All normal hotels have them Hygiene: quite clean Environment: The front desk is semi-open, without air conditioning. Check-in is slow. There are only four chairs. It’s hard to know where to sit on a hot day. There is no spa room. You need to make an appointment with the waiter to do the spa. Service: average. Breakfast is a buffet. When we were halfway through getting the food, the waiter came to check your room card. It was quite embarrassing. He was holding a plate in his hand and looking for the key with one hand. The waiter was very inconspicuous and did not check your room card when he entered the door. He just sat there. I don’t check it when I’m serving you. I have to ask you while you are standing holding the plate. There were no paper towels in the restaurant, and the waiters were all chatting. We had to go to the counter to get paper towels ourselves... really stingy. Two people stay in a one-bedroom villa, and only one toothbrush is given... At 11:20 the next day, there was a sudden power outage, and the hotel's landline service was unavailable. I had no choice but to check out early because it was very hot. I told the front desk, and the front desk said they would check it out, and casually said sorry. . Generally speaking, the hotels run by Indians are really not that good. They are too stingy and speechless. I will not book them again in the future.

We stayed at the Jumeirah as the last leg of our honeymoon following 5 nights at the Capella and 5 nights at the Four Seasons. These were activity based stats and Jumeirah at Uluwatu was the relax and recharge around the pool and beach. The hotel design and decor is stunning and our villa was incredible. Can’t fault it. However, amenities and inconsistent service really lets this hotel down. The good stuff: - e-butler service via WhatsApp was brilliant. In- room dining, great! -Marcel on concierge went above and beyond, he couldn’t do more for us! - Our in-room servicing team were super and made us towel animals everyday leaving us notes during our stay which was lovely. The not so good stuff: - Food was nice, but just ok. Poached eggs on toast… toast was burnt everyday and poached eggs watery. Omelette came out with whipped egg whites like you’d make in a pudding (very strange) and with alternative ingredients from your original order if they had run out of something. But, without consulting you. I was intolerant to one of the substituted ingredients. Similarly, I ordered a non alcoholic cocktail and they made it alcoholic. Little things like this can’t happen. - Unorganised and overly attentive service in restaurants. You have about 5 people waiting your table so you can’t enjoy your breakfast/ lunch or dinner without constantly being interrupted being asked the same question. You feel watched and pounced on during the meal so you can’t actually relax. Before you have finished your last mouthful and putting your cutlery down they are already whipping away your plate even if others at the table are still eating or you are still chewing your last mouthful of food. - Slow service in both restaurants and pool bar. Whilst quick to take your order and hovering, it took a minimum of 15mins to deliver your drinks with food sometimes beating your drinks to the table. If you’d ordered a frozen drink it had basically melted before it reached your table. Or they would deliver half your order and the rest would follow 10mins later so you were always chasing up food and drink and wondering if they got your order wrong. - We ordered a tuna salad and the salad came without the Tuna. The Tuna was then delivered separately 10mins later… - ordered an omelette and the toast came out 10mins before. - It doesn’t cater for western clients. Both how they execute basic western dishes and more broadly on culture. As a female, I was often ignored and only my husband was addressed. They would never hand me the bill, this always was passed to my husband, and they only ever asked him questions directly and ignored me entirely which I found rude and insulting. Classic western food on their menu was often excited on poorly. - No atmosphere around the pool. Play some soft background music. We found guests playing music themselves via their phone. We didn’t overly mind this but it shows they were all feeling the same and I wouldn’t expect at a 5* hotel to have peopl

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying one night at Alaya Dedaun Kuta, and wish we’d stayed longer. The location is great, right in the thick of everything with endless restaurants, bars, convenience stores and shopping, but also somehow a peaceful oasis when you set foot on the property. Check in was lovely, and even though we encountered some technical issues with payment, the check in proceeded and we cleared up payment without issue the following day when a team member more experienced with the eftpos machine could process the transaction. The property is lovely with beautiful gardens and very private villas. Our villa was bigger than our apartment in Sydney, with a huge and beautifully designed bedroom and living area overlooking a lush garden and pool, and a ridiculously huge bathroom. Welcome tea was brought to our room with our bags, and it was lovely to sip on our iced tea whilst we relaxed by the pool. The bed is very comfortable and we slept peacefully. The bathroom had plenty of towels, with great water pressure. We enjoyed one Indonesian breakfast and one Japanese breakfast the following morning, and were genuinely surprised at how delicious everything was. Before breakfast was served we received a quiet knock on our front door to see if the breakfast could be set up outside. This was a welcome touch, as we had the opportunity to close our curtains and get dressed, whilst breakfast was set up outside. It was such a lovely start to the morning, to enjoy our breakfast outside whilst we watched the trees sway and the pool water ripple. Unfortunately we had to check out after breakfast, and were kicking ourselves that we didn’t stay longer to enjoy our pool properly, and a spa treatment onsite at the acclaimed DaLa Spa. I would highly recommend staying at Alaya Dedaun Kuta, and hope that you can stay longer than we did!

My recent stay at Komaneka at Monkey Forest left an indelible impression, characterized by a combination of spacious and tranquil accommodations, exceptional amenities, and genuinely attentive staff. The 5-star experience commenced with a well-appointed and serene room, offering a spacious environment that was both restful and relaxing. The array of amenities provided by the resort was truly remarkable. The attention to detail was evident in every facet, from the well-maintained grounds to the thoughtfully curated in-room features. The seamless blend of modern comfort and traditional aesthetics added a unique charm to the overall ambiance. One aspect that stood out remarkably was the staff’s kindness and attentiveness. Their commitment to ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay was palpable, and it greatly contributed to the overall positive experience. Their impeccable service went beyond expectations, creating an atmosphere of genuine warmth. A highlight of the stay was the unexpected delight of encountering monkeys on the resort’s grounds. This added an element of natural wonder to the experience and provided a unique connection to the destination’s surroundings. The resort’s strategic location on Monkey Forest Road proved to be an ideal base for exploration. Immediate access to the vibrant Ubud market and the rich cultural activities of Ubud palace added convenience and enriched the overall stay. In conclusion, Komaneka at Monkey Forest offers a harmonious blend of relaxation and cultural immersion. The combination of serene accommodations, exceptional amenities, and attentive staff creates an atmosphere of refined luxury. My stay was enriched by the presence of monkeys on the premises, and I wholeheartedly look forward to returning. This resort is unequivocally deserving of its reputation, and I would unequivocally choose to stay here again on future visits to Ubud.

The staff and Location make this joint. The rooms are very good, large and well maintained, The Pool Villas are private and whilst at the moment they have some construction going on, you honestly would not know. The staff will run you into Lovina beach proper every day, and quite a few venues will come and pick you up and drop you back. The only downside to this place is the food. They need to get back to basic and serve the wonderful dishes that people travel to Bali for, forget the westernized menus of Burgers and Ribs etc. Serve a more traditional menu, Breakfast was pretty good. But the restaurant was the only reason this place did not get 5 stars. The staff are the best asset this place has.. a very relaxing time in Lovina, fix the Restaurant and you have a 5 star property in every way. Lovina is very laid back, no yells of ”transport” or ”taxi” no hassling from eager vendors, some polite questions as you walk past an outlet, nothing more.. A great spot for a chill out.

We have recently returned from a wonderfully relaxing and enjoyable 10 night vacation at Vivara Private Pool Villas & Spa Retreat in Jimbaran, Bali. Our aim was to get away from our busy life and take a complete break. The resort comprises 48 beautiful, private, self-contained pool villas, most of which are one or two-bedroom. Each villa is like your own home-away-from home, with pool decking and lounges, an alfresco kitchen bungalow (with a daily replenishment of non-alcoholic drinks in the mini bar), outdoor rain shower and bathroom, and a spacious bedroom with lounge area. It is clear that the resort aims to make every guest’s experience as comfortable as possible. As we were so comfortable in our villa, we were determined not to become complete ‘holiday recluses’ and, despite room service being the option for many of the guests, we always walked to the poolside restaurant for breakfast each morning, afternoon tea every second day, before feasting on a fabulous evening dining experience on alternate evenings. Needless to say, we did not leave Vivara hungry! The resort is like a small community, and staff are more than happy to transport you to and from your villa using golf buggies, or you can take advantage of the communal bikes and scooters and ride around the resort pathways. Additionally, a complimentary shuttle service to and from Jimbaran Beach is available, and times are customised to guests, creating a very personalised and welcome service. Being a spa retreat, we indulged in five deep tissue massages each, and they were a highlight of our stay. The private bungalows are built in a traditional Balinese style, are quiet and calming, and the masseuses provided a comfortable, relaxing and friendly atmosphere. Thank you, so much. The heart of the resort, though, is the staff. They were all, without exception, incredibly friendly, helpful, and always keen to converse and learn about their guests, or share their insights into Bali. We cannot recommend the Vivara staff highly enough. Thank you, Keke, and all your staff, for making our stay so enjoyable. We loved being immersed in the Balinese style of the resort, and Vivara did not disappoint as the ideal place for us to unwind and relax. We have no hesitation in recommending Vivara to any visitors searching for the same experience.

I can’t speak more highly of this excellent resort. Yes, it is away from the now very busy Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, etc and thats great. Less traffic and less noise! Just get a driver/taxi to visit other areas, they are still very reasonably priced (by Aussie standards). The gardens are beautifully maintained, the pools sparkling and our villa very comfortable and private, also it’s own plunge pool…..very refreshing in a hot climate. We ate very well from the extensive buffet breakfast (included in our package), the a la carte lunch menu (small meal for us after a hearty breakfast) and the dinners when we ate in. The food was delicious, perfectly cooked and very well presented. I would like to give my greatest praise, and thanks, to the staff. I think we pretty much met them all as it’s not a huge resort. Without exception they were friendly, smiling, helpful, unobtrusive and a delight to spend time with. This was not our first trip to Bali, but probably the most memorable for all the right reasons. One aspect that should be addressed though is the lack of a full length mirror in the villa. A negative for my wife and adult daughters. Also I think 2 sets of keys should be provided in a 2 bedroom villa when 4 adults are staying. This would make the daily comings and goings easier

The positives are that it is in a central location. Staff are lovely and helpful, responsive and warm; nothing was too much of an ask. The pool is a good size, clean and private.Beds are comfortable and the hotel is secluded from the street noise. Daily room service was excellent and breakfast was included. The negatives: the villas are a little tired and need some updating and minor repairs. Overall, good value for money and though it is not a five star hotel, it served our needs very well.

It’s a huge territory with 2 big swimming pools, restaurant, spa center and different types of rooms Also there’s a yoga shala which has all the necessary yoga props The spa area is also super beautiful and it’s good to rest there after a long day I especially liked the bed and pillows — very comfortable to sleep Unfortunately the lake was under repairs, but we were offered an upgrade to the sky villa Thank you very much for having us. We enjoyed it a lot

Lumbini Villas & Spa was a single suite in true Balinese style with full swimming pool and very accessible to the Airport with shuttles to Lippo Mall and Discovery Mall shopping centres. Breakfast was included which was more than adequate every morning and delicious. A complimentary Balinese Massage was included in our package and was well received and liked very much. We ate at the restaurant and enjoyed our meal and drinks. Staff were very obliging and helpful is all aspects of the resorts services from Reception, Housekeeping, Spa and restaurant and breakfast services which catered to our needs. The landscaping, public pools, gymnasium and bicycles were all well kept and this resort is one to return to and enjoy all aspects of Bali from this delightful location in Jimbaran on Uluwatu Street

Facilities: All normal hotels have them Hygiene: quite clean Environment: The front desk is semi-open, without air conditioning. Check-in is slow. There are only four chairs. It’s hard to know where to sit on a hot day. There is no spa room. You need to make an appointment with the waiter to do the spa. Service: average. Breakfast is a buffet. When we were halfway through getting the food, the waiter came to check your room card. It was quite embarrassing. He was holding a plate in his hand and looking for the key with one hand. The waiter was very inconspicuous and did not check your room card when he entered the door. He just sat there. I don’t check it when I’m serving you. I have to ask you while you are standing holding the plate. There were no paper towels in the restaurant, and the waiters were all chatting. We had to go to the counter to get paper towels ourselves... really stingy. Two people stay in a one-bedroom villa, and only one toothbrush is given... At 11:20 the next day, there was a sudden power outage, and the hotel's landline service was unavailable. I had no choice but to check out early because it was very hot. I told the front desk, and the front desk said they would check it out, and casually said sorry. . Generally speaking, the hotels run by Indians are really not that good. They are too stingy and speechless. I will not book them again in the future.

We stayed at the Jumeirah as the last leg of our honeymoon following 5 nights at the Capella and 5 nights at the Four Seasons. These were activity based stats and Jumeirah at Uluwatu was the relax and recharge around the pool and beach. The hotel design and decor is stunning and our villa was incredible. Can’t fault it. However, amenities and inconsistent service really lets this hotel down. The good stuff: - e-butler service via WhatsApp was brilliant. In- room dining, great! -Marcel on concierge went above and beyond, he couldn’t do more for us! - Our in-room servicing team were super and made us towel animals everyday leaving us notes during our stay which was lovely. The not so good stuff: - Food was nice, but just ok. Poached eggs on toast… toast was burnt everyday and poached eggs watery. Omelette came out with whipped egg whites like you’d make in a pudding (very strange) and with alternative ingredients from your original order if they had run out of something. But, without consulting you. I was intolerant to one of the substituted ingredients. Similarly, I ordered a non alcoholic cocktail and they made it alcoholic. Little things like this can’t happen. - Unorganised and overly attentive service in restaurants. You have about 5 people waiting your table so you can’t enjoy your breakfast/ lunch or dinner without constantly being interrupted being asked the same question. You feel watched and pounced on during the meal so you can’t actually relax. Before you have finished your last mouthful and putting your cutlery down they are already whipping away your plate even if others at the table are still eating or you are still chewing your last mouthful of food. - Slow service in both restaurants and pool bar. Whilst quick to take your order and hovering, it took a minimum of 15mins to deliver your drinks with food sometimes beating your drinks to the table. If you’d ordered a frozen drink it had basically melted before it reached your table. Or they would deliver half your order and the rest would follow 10mins later so you were always chasing up food and drink and wondering if they got your order wrong. - We ordered a tuna salad and the salad came without the Tuna. The Tuna was then delivered separately 10mins later… - ordered an omelette and the toast came out 10mins before. - It doesn’t cater for western clients. Both how they execute basic western dishes and more broadly on culture. As a female, I was often ignored and only my husband was addressed. They would never hand me the bill, this always was passed to my husband, and they only ever asked him questions directly and ignored me entirely which I found rude and insulting. Classic western food on their menu was often excited on poorly. - No atmosphere around the pool. Play some soft background music. We found guests playing music themselves via their phone. We didn’t overly mind this but it shows they were all feeling the same and I wouldn’t expect at a 5* hotel to have peopl

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying one night at Alaya Dedaun Kuta, and wish we’d stayed longer. The location is great, right in the thick of everything with endless restaurants, bars, convenience stores and shopping, but also somehow a peaceful oasis when you set foot on the property. Check in was lovely, and even though we encountered some technical issues with payment, the check in proceeded and we cleared up payment without issue the following day when a team member more experienced with the eftpos machine could process the transaction. The property is lovely with beautiful gardens and very private villas. Our villa was bigger than our apartment in Sydney, with a huge and beautifully designed bedroom and living area overlooking a lush garden and pool, and a ridiculously huge bathroom. Welcome tea was brought to our room with our bags, and it was lovely to sip on our iced tea whilst we relaxed by the pool. The bed is very comfortable and we slept peacefully. The bathroom had plenty of towels, with great water pressure. We enjoyed one Indonesian breakfast and one Japanese breakfast the following morning, and were genuinely surprised at how delicious everything was. Before breakfast was served we received a quiet knock on our front door to see if the breakfast could be set up outside. This was a welcome touch, as we had the opportunity to close our curtains and get dressed, whilst breakfast was set up outside. It was such a lovely start to the morning, to enjoy our breakfast outside whilst we watched the trees sway and the pool water ripple. Unfortunately we had to check out after breakfast, and were kicking ourselves that we didn’t stay longer to enjoy our pool properly, and a spa treatment onsite at the acclaimed DaLa Spa. I would highly recommend staying at Alaya Dedaun Kuta, and hope that you can stay longer than we did!

My recent stay at Komaneka at Monkey Forest left an indelible impression, characterized by a combination of spacious and tranquil accommodations, exceptional amenities, and genuinely attentive staff. The 5-star experience commenced with a well-appointed and serene room, offering a spacious environment that was both restful and relaxing. The array of amenities provided by the resort was truly remarkable. The attention to detail was evident in every facet, from the well-maintained grounds to the thoughtfully curated in-room features. The seamless blend of modern comfort and traditional aesthetics added a unique charm to the overall ambiance. One aspect that stood out remarkably was the staff’s kindness and attentiveness. Their commitment to ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay was palpable, and it greatly contributed to the overall positive experience. Their impeccable service went beyond expectations, creating an atmosphere of genuine warmth. A highlight of the stay was the unexpected delight of encountering monkeys on the resort’s grounds. This added an element of natural wonder to the experience and provided a unique connection to the destination’s surroundings. The resort’s strategic location on Monkey Forest Road proved to be an ideal base for exploration. Immediate access to the vibrant Ubud market and the rich cultural activities of Ubud palace added convenience and enriched the overall stay. In conclusion, Komaneka at Monkey Forest offers a harmonious blend of relaxation and cultural immersion. The combination of serene accommodations, exceptional amenities, and attentive staff creates an atmosphere of refined luxury. My stay was enriched by the presence of monkeys on the premises, and I wholeheartedly look forward to returning. This resort is unequivocally deserving of its reputation, and I would unequivocally choose to stay here again on future visits to Ubud.