Today, it is hard to believe that Bali was a backward Indonesian province half a century ago. Now it is one of the world-class centers of surfing, diving and ecological beach recreation. From an inexpensive holiday destination, the island has become an elite resort. The time of hippies and modest houses without amenities has passed. Large resort complexes are being built on the coast, which provide maximum amenities for guests. The most expensive hotels in Bali often outperform European complexes in terms of luxury.
Mulia Resort 5*
Located on Nusa Dua beach. Guests can choose to stay in one of three options that are not inferior to each other in luxury. These are luxury rooms, spacious apartments and villas. Butler service is available for all guests. The staff will make sure that your stay is as comfortable and memorable as possible.
There are 9 world-class restaurants and bars. The menu offers fine dining options. Visiting the dining halls will also bring a lot of aesthetic pleasure, because each of them is decorated in a unique design.
The fitness center is run by professional trainers and offers daily programs ranging from yoga to high-intensity interval training. The gym is equipped with the latest strength and cardio equipment.
Mulia Spa offers a full range of anti-aging treatments. Complete relaxation is guaranteed in special wellness suites and hydrotonic pools with a sauna, steam bath and the first ice room in the Asia-Pacific region.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay 5*
Villas with private pools are located along the coast of a quiet bay. All are decorated in Balinese colonial style. The spacious rooms are divided into functional areas. There are sofas and armchairs on the shaded terrace, a dining table and chairs in the gazebo, and deckchairs in the outdoor area.
Guests are served on an all-inclusive basis. Four restaurants prepare food for every taste. Taman Wantilan offers international buffet cuisine, Jala offers authentic Balinese cuisine, Alu Restaurant is located by the pool and is ready to surprise with snacks, and seafood barbecue is best ordered at Sundara Beach Club.
The Healing Village Spa is a wellness complex that combines ancient wisdom with innovative treatments. The Illuma room is isolated from external light sources, which ensures maximum effectiveness of color therapy. It offers a restorative treatment that combines yoga, Balinese massage and cleansing rituals.
Six Senses Uluwatu 5*
Located on the top of a mountain. From all sides, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean expanses. Luxury suites and detached villas are available for your stay. All interiors are elegantly decorated in accordance with the local culture. Eco-design combines with Balinese nature.
There are 6 restaurants that organize meals. We use fresh products grown on our own farm and just caught from the ocean. Watu Steakhouse serves first-class steaks and fresh seafood, as well as traditional and international cuisine.
Cliff Bar serves specialty dishes that combine Southeast Asian spices with traditional pizza and homemade pasta. Drinks deserve special attention: the waiters will definitely offer to try homemade kombucha, purpleroot snow, chipotle margarita or banana colada. In other restaurants, you can order international food to suit your taste.
The wellness center offers traditional Balinese spa massage treatments in a modern interpretation, along with deeper wellness programs aimed at cleansing the body, sleeping or getting fit. Yoga classes are held in the outdoor pavilion.
Bvlgari Resort Bali 5*
Luxury resort in the former royal hunting ground. You can take advantage of the special offer, which includes accommodation in secluded villas and mansions, daily breakfast at Sangkar restaurant or with room service, 60-minute spa treatments and 90-minute herbal massage, a single five-course dinner for one-and two-bedroom villas at Il Ristorante-Luca Fantin and Seven-course dinner for Bulgari Villa and Mansions (no wine combination).
Pick up from the airport for one-bedroom villas and round-trip airport transfers for two-bedroom villas and above.
But you can simply book your favorite residence in advance, and solve food issues on the spot. The bar is open around the clock, so people come here at any time of the day or night for drinks and snacks. Sangkar Restaurant’s cuisine is a la carte throughout the day. Il Ristorante-Luca Fantin opens only for dinner.
The panoramic restaurant and bar La Spiaggia is located at the bottom of the cliff. It can be reached by funicular. He starts work with lunch.
The SPA offers signature treatments with massages, ayurvedic rituals, and volcanic stone therapy. The gym is equipped with modern equipment. You can use the services of a personal trainer.
Hyatt Regency Bali 5*
It is surrounded by a tropical garden covering an area of 9 hectares. The hotel offers 373 luxury rooms. All rooms are decorated in a modern Balinese style. Balconies and terraces offer views of nature.
Executive Suite with access to the roof — the most comfortable in the number of rooms. You can pay a little extra to get access to the club lounge.
All restaurants operate in accordance with the international standard iso 22000, which regulates food safety. In other words, all ingredients for dishes are supplied only by trusted suppliers. Even vegetables and fruits from local farms are additionally tested for quality.
The chef adheres to the rule of minimizing waste, so as not to pollute the environment. Guests can enjoy the main Omang Omang restaurant, pizzeria and Piano Lounge bar. Guests can enjoy a meal in their room, or attend a private cooking class.
Padma Resort Ubud 5*
Located in a pristine valley in the middle of the Payangan rainforest. Enjoy stunning views from every room or suite, a first-class spa, an impressive 89-meter infinity pool, a panoramic pool, world-class signature cuisine and state-of-the-art event venues. This Ubud resort is the perfect place to refresh your mind and body, and experience the wonders of north and central Bali.
Located on the 4th floor next to Puhu Restaurant, the Club Lounge is a refined and quiet place reserved only for club guests. It offers fantastic views of the resort, the forest and the lush valley. It has a wine collection that is stored in its own wine cellar. The Club Lounge is open for breakfast and free light snacks throughout the day, as well as evening cocktails and canapes. Access can be obtained at a surcharge to the cost of accommodation.
Catering services include the main restaurant, bars near the outdoor pool and in the lobby. Upon prior reservation, waiters will serve meals in any place where the guest wishes — in the room, pool, terrace, lawn, near the waterfall.
Afternoon tea is served on the viewable balcony. Jungle BBQ starts working in the late afternoon. The menu includes meat and seafood cooked over an open fire.
Barmen from the lobby bar regularly conduct master classes in mixology. They will teach you how to make cocktails from tropical fruits, mixing them with your favorite drinks. At the Wolly Kids ‘ Club, young hotel guests can go on a culinary adventure.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan 5*
In appearance, it resembles a flying saucer that landed in the middle of the jungle. The complex is accessed by a suspension bridge located above the treetops. The view is amazing. You can admire the beautiful Ayung River Valley and appreciate the scale of the architectural design.
There are two options for accommodation. This luxury apartment with separate bedrooms and a living room is ideal for a family holiday or a weekend for a romantic couple. The six secluded villas feature private pools and spacious balconies or terraces with beautiful views.
Guests can enjoy one of the best restaurants serving Balinese cuisine. The chef offers a varied menu and integrated serving, from traditional farm – style dishes at Sunday brunch to a romantic gourmet dinner.
There are several private areas for dining for two. They are decorated in the colonial tradition, where the chef cooks food on coals and serves it to the table himself.
AYANA Resort Bali 5*
It is located 8 km from the center of Jimbaran on the picturesque ocean coast. The hotel offers luxury rooms and suites with panoramic balconies. The interiors combine modern design with traditional Balinese wood carvings.
The craftsmen worked hard to create unique furniture ensembles for each room. The entire complex covers an area of 90 hectares. A variety of restaurants, bars and entertainment venues are conveniently located there.
The Rock Bar is only accessible by ski lift. It is built on top of a cliff that rises 14 m above the shore. This premium evening establishment invites guests to spend an unforgettable evening in an atmosphere of elegance, with performances by first-class musicians, masterfully prepared cocktails and dishes.
Honzen expertly combines traditional Japanese cuisine with vibrant local produce. Delicious Omakase teppanyaki and Kimura Omakase sushi prepared by Chef Kimura himself are sure to be served here. There are 26 restaurants serving food, offering a wide range of options to choose from.
Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape 5*
Located near the small village of Buahan, in the heart of the Balinese jungle, a 40-minute drive north of Ubud. The site is as far away from commercial areas as possible, so you can enjoy unobstructed views of the Seven mountain peaks of Bali, go down to the Ayung River and meditate near the untouched waterfall.
There are 16 secluded villas with private pools on site. Each of them has a unique location that allows you to strengthen the connection with nature and at the same time reduce the impact on the environment. Guests are offered half-board meals, a la carte snacks, and daily entertainment.
Guests can enjoy a unique spa interpretation inspired by local Balinese healing techniques. They are developed in collaboration with local healers and experts, so the richness and wisdom of the island form the basis of branded treatments.
Located in the heart of nature, the Toja SPA takes full advantage of the connection with the environment with home-made scrubs and baths that guests can choose individually.
The menu concept was developed in collaboration with a local consultant, Agency X, who runs a food lab and test kitchen that specializes in local recipes. The range is dominated by dishes of vegetable origin, which are served in the open kitchen.
Padma Resort Legian 5*
Conveniently located by the sea in the heart of Legian. The area is known for beautiful sunsets, entertainment, nightlife, restaurants and boutiques. It offers stylish, modern Balinese-style rooms with world-class facilities, event facilities, and renowned Balinese hospitality and charm. DONBIU Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner.
A buffet with traditional local dishes and a wide selection of international dishes is served. The themed dinner includes acoustic and cultural events. Deli “Delhi” is located next to the lobby. Here you can buy ready-made food during the day.
TENKAI Restaurant serves a divine blend of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine, including ceviche, Robata anticucho and Misoyu sake, a gourmet dish that includes teppanyaki, sake and premium wine in Coravin glasses.
Two more bars are located near the swimming pools. Separately, it is worth noting the bar counter located near the family pool. It offers a wide range of fresh juices, milkshakes, ice cream and snacks.
Grand Hyatt Bali 5*
Located in Nusa Dua resort, walking distance to the world-class convention center and a step away from Bali Collection Mall. This huge complex looks like a picturesque neighborhood on the ocean.
The hotel offers 636 rooms, suites and villas with a private pool located in four ethnic villages. They are surrounded by lush tropical gardens with access to the white-sand beaches of the Indian Ocean. Balconies and patios offer magnificent views of the surrounding area.
Guests are served by several public catering outlets. Italian cuisine is served at the Salsa Verde restaurant. Enjoy a romantic evening at the rooftop salsa Bar with panoramic views of the Nusa Dua coast. Great Japanese dishes are served on the Nampu menu, where you can always find fresh sushi, sashimi, yakitori and tempura.
Pasar Senggol’s star-studded restaurant serves Indonesian and Balinese cuisine. Asian and Western food is served at the Garden Cafe or the Watercourt Restaurant. Original, classic cocktails are served at the pool Bar and Veranda Lounge Bar.
There is also a gym. There are water slides near one of the pools. A kids ‘ club is available for younger guests.
The SPA offers wellness programs that include massages and stone therapy. There is always something to do on the large territory, such as playing tennis or going on a boat trip.
Raffles Bali 5*
This is another analog of a coastal village with excellent living conditions. A limousine service is also available to pick up guests at the airport. The complex consists of 32 secluded hillside villas surrounded by tropical gardens. Each one features a swimming pool and ocean views. The most fashionable residence is located at the top.
Rumari Restaurant serves modern South Asian cuisine from Chef Gaetan Bizus. There is also a unique wine list, including drinks from world-famous and independent private wineries. The Writers Bar’s glamorous terrace invites you to try delicious spicy cocktails.
The beachside bar and grill serves only caught seafood, pizza is baked in a wood-burning oven and a signature cocktail is mixed. The Farmers ‘ restaurant and The Secret Cave offer authentic dining options.
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve 5*
It offers 35 suites, 25 villas with a private pool, four unique restaurants, including exclusive dishes on the reserve, as well as a restorative spa and fitness room. Designed as a place to relax the mind, body and soul, the Mandapa offers individually designed spiritual, wellness programs, activities for travelers of all ages, and the individual attention of a dedicated patih or butler.
The combination of traditional Balinese aesthetics with modern elements, created by renowned designer Geoffrey Wilkes, guarantees an authentic and luxurious atmosphere. A spacious sun terrace with comfortable sun loungers and a daybed in the shade is the perfect place to relax and bask in the sun.
Gourmet cuisine from the chef will delight gourmets with Indonesian delicacies and original serving of classic European dishes. Kubu Restaurant uses innovative culinary techniques using rare ingredients and the “zero waste” principle.
Located high on a cliff, Ambar Bar, which means “sky” in Sanskrit, offers handmade cocktails and Japanese fusion cuisine, live jazz music evenings. Guests can enjoy Balinese cuisine, Asian delicacies, and farm products from the chef’s private garden on the outdoor terrace, which overlooks the scenic rice fields and rainforest.
Jumeirah Bali 5*
The amazing architecture, combining Hindu, Javanese and colonial traditions, will delight lovers of authenticity. From the very entrance, you realize that you will live in a palace complex with fountains, balustrades, a luxurious park with secluded alleys.
The hotel fund is presented in the form of villas with recreation areas. The interiors are made of natural materials with a characteristic tropical flavor. The most luxurious residence consists of three bedrooms, a private pool, a huge terrace with Balinese beds under shaded awnings.
It features two restaurants and a lounge with views of the Indian Ocean. A unique spa area with a Turkish hammam and chakra specialist consultations is available on site. Several wellness packages are available, including massages. Here you can also work out in the gym. Modern equipment is installed, personal trainer services are provided.
Dreamland Beach is just 200 metres away. There is a private coastline, which is already equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas.
AYANA Segara Bali 5*
The largest swimming pool in Bali is available on site. The luxurious design of the rooms is also impressive. All of them have panoramic balconies with transparent fences. They offer panoramic views of the ocean or lush tropical garden. The interiors are designed in a classic style with elements of Balinese traditional decoration.
Guests can enjoy access to any of the 26 restaurants, as well as order room service. A buffet breakfast is served every morning in the building’s restaurant. Two more restaurants open in the late afternoon.
The entire infrastructure of the complex is available to guests. In particular, a large wellness center with a gym, SPA, and massage rooms.
The spacious Kubu beach accommodates everyone, but many are in no hurry to leave the complex. All conditions for a good rest are created here. Trams run between the zones. You can always get to the place of interest. If you have to wait more than 5 minutes, the friendly staff will take you on a golf cart.
Entertainment programs, cooking classes, and excursions are held daily.
The most expensive hotels in Bali are designed for a comfortable stay with a loved one, family, and friends. Individual service is provided for each guest. These resorts have well-trained staff. The owners do not spare money for their education, inviting experts from the world’s leading hotel operators. It’s a nice place to spend a vacation or a weekend, enjoying all kinds of fun for your money.