Luxury hotels in Indonesia and Bali – vacations in the best style

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Luxury hotels in Indonesia and Bali – vacations in the best style

Every one of us deserves a bit of luxury from time to time, and vacations are one of the best times to experience it. Planet Escape has selected 5 exclusive hotels in Indonesia especially for you: a country of beautiful beaches and coral reefs, tropical forests, volcanoes, rice fields, temples on the water, and even dragons that you can meet on Komodo! However, before you go to trip to indonesia, check out our website for luxury travel offers.

Hotel Nihi Sumba – luxury hotel on Sumba Island

Are you in the mood for an exclusive all-inclusive vacation in a sophisticated hotel, where you will experience Indonesian culture and tradition? We invite you to probably the most luxurious hotel in Indonesia - Nihi Sumba, winner of many awards, the most important of which is the two-time title of the best hotel in the world from the magazine "Travel + Leisure"! This phenomenal place is also located on an island not yet discovered by mass tourism Sumba. And although it is only an hour's flight from Bali, you will see villages where houses are still thatched, the most beautiful ikat (Asian technique of weaving and dyeing fabrics, and also the name of the finished product) throughout the country, and during funerals, a horse or bull is still sacrificed. If you go on holiday to Sumba at the end of February and beginning of March, be sure to take part in the traditional festival pasola, which opens the rice planting season.

Nihi Sumba – during your stay, guests are provided with free full board and daily yoga classes

Puncak Three Bedroom Villa

Nihi Sumba is located on a private, two-and-a-half-kilometre beach, but – as you can probably guess – that’s not its only attraction. Sunrise yoga on the terrace with breathtaking views, horseback riding on the beach, surfing lessons (and other water sports) in Coconut Bay, relaxing massages… Sweet tooths, both young and old, will probably be tempted to visit the hotel’s chocolate factory, founded by – wait for it! a certain Charlie from Bali. Children can take part in various activities, such as learning to ride and care for ponies. After a day full of attractions, you can choose one of two restaurants or a sushi bar – all open-air, overlooking the ocean. This is another way to taste – this time literally – local colour: fish caught on the island are used to prepare meals, as well as vegetables and herbs from the hotel’s garden. The wine selection is supervised by the sommelier employed here.

Nihi Sumba – Estate Villa

Nihi Sumba – nothing but basking in the sun!

If you dreamed of living in a treehouse as a child, Nihi Sumba will help you realize that dream. There are also ten types of luxury villas to choose from. Both cottages and villas have their own pools, terraces and outdoor showers. Built of wood and stone, with thatched roofs in the characteristic shape of a sombrero and decorated with local handicrafts, immersed in greenery and overlooking the Indian Ocean – they are a real feast for the senses.

Nihi Sumba - Marangga Villas with Honeymoon Bedroom

Nihi Sumba

Bawah Reserve – a five-star hotel on a desert island

I guess each of us has ever wanted to relax from everything on a deserted island, away from the hustle and bustle, surrounded by nature. And it is also possible on luxury vacation in Indonesia! Hotel Bawah Reserve is surrounded by 13 white sand beaches, washed by turquoise waters with a beautiful coral reef, three lagoons and a tropical jungle. The hotel is located on the largest island of the tiny Indonesian archipelago called the Anambas Islands, consisting of six islets located in western Indonesia, between the Malay Peninsula and Borneo. The Anambas Islands also have the status of a reserve - nature on land and in the water is carefully protected.

Bawah Reserve – peace, quiet, water

Bawah Reserve – could a sunset be more beautiful than this?

This luxury hotel ensures that the entire stay – from the outward journey, which takes place on the hotel's private plane – is refined in every detail, and the paradise location is well-used. Swim or kayak between the islets, see turtles hatching, go trekking in the jungle. Snorkel and dive in the blue waters full of colorful fish. Or simply relax on the beach with a book borrowed from the local library or relax during yoga, pilates or meditation classes on the beach. In the evening, watch a film in the open-air cinema on the beach, and at night observe the stars through a telescope – there are few places where you will have the chance to see such a clear sky. And if you feel like having a drink, decide in what surroundings you want to drink it: by the pool, on the beach or maybe surrounded by tropical treetops?

Bawah Reserve – Overwater Bungalows

Bawah Reserve – villas are decorated in colonial style

At Bawah Resort you can stay in bungalows built on the water, connected to the mainland by a wooden pier. If you feel like it, you can jump straight into the water from the terrace at any time! This exclusive hotel also offers exclusive villas, apartments and bungalows, all immersed in lush, exotic vegetation. The villas have a veranda, where you can enjoy the beauty of the paradise island, the ocean and the greenery of the jungle... Sounds tempting?

Bawah Reserve – you can jump into the water straight from the pier!

Bawah Reserve - Beachfront Cottages

Bulgari Resort Bali – an exclusive hotel in Bali

Imagine an exclusive hotel in the south of the Indonesian island of Bali, situated on a high cliff, with a beautiful view of the Indian Ocean and a private, sandy beach stretching below... Welcome to the Bulgari Resort! This place, which guarantees an exclusive holiday in Bali, is located on the southern end of the island, near one of the most important and oldest temples here - Pura Luhur Uluwatu. In this area, beaches are located at the foot of high cliffs. If you get bored with the private, hotel beach, we recommend going to Nyang Nyang beach, 4 kilometers away - one of the cleanest and least crowded in Bali, with the remains of a small wreck stuck in the sand - a guarantee of unforgettable photos from the trip.

Bulgari Resort – this view alone is the epitome of relaxation

Bulgari Resort – bungalows immersed in greenery with a captivating view

There is a good chance, however, that you will rarely feel like leaving this luxurious hotel. After all, it is not every day that you get the opportunity to relax in an infinity pool overlooking the ocean with staff handing out snacks, to have treatments in a luxurious spa with a separate pool, to have a signature exercise program implemented by a personal trainer, to go through a Balinese ritual to cleanse the body and soul, to drive away evil spirits and bring good luck, to fly over a volcano in a helicopter or to shop at local markets with a private assistant. What more could you want?

Bulgari Resort offers elegant, comfortable interiors

Luxurious villas and residences, like the entire hotel designed in the local style by Italian architects, will satisfy even the most demanding guests. Here you will use your own swimming pool, garden, patio and butler care, and an additional source of relaxation will be the view of the ocean. Hidden behind a fence made of volcanic stone, the local villas and residences will provide you with unrestricted privacy. This is how you will spend exclusive holidays in Indonesia you will remember it for the rest of your life (or at least until your next tailor-made vacation with Planet Escape!).

Bathing in the sea…

…or in the pool?

Viceroy Ubud – a luxury hotel in the cultural capital of Bali

Welcome to a luxury hotel located in the Balinese Valley of the Kings! This is where Balinese aristocrats once lived. The Viceroy Hotel is a place immersed in the lush greenery of the jungle: it is surrounded by it on all sides. It is not without reason that you can come across photos of this luxury hotel in catalogs or advertisements promoting holidays in Indonesia. Viceroy Ubud is located in a secluded area, on the outskirts of Ubud - the cultural capital of Bali, which is only a 15-minute drive away. The city is home to the Royal Palace, temples where you can see Balinese dance shows kecak, museums and galleries dedicated to art, and the Monkey Forest – an area inhabited by innocent-looking but clever macaques.

A view like this is worth any price!

In this boutique, luxurious hotel, you can fully experience the relaxing power of the tropical jungle. The spectacular infinity pool is a good place to soak it up with all your senses. After getting out of the water, for a change, you can give yourself over to another element, which is the air: fly on a private, hotel helicopter trip over the volcano, lakes or beaches of Bali to see the island from a different perspective. And for complete relaxation - practice yoga or use the services of a masseur in the tropical garden. Maybe you will also be tempted by kite-making lessons or Balinese dance?

Villa with pool

Suite with pool

Luxurious villas tempt with marble bathrooms, private heated pools and terraces with spectacular views of the valley. Some also have charming gazebos placed on the edge of the pool - cozy, with comfortable cushions, perfect for a breakfast snack or relaxing with a book.

View of the valley

Four Seasons by Jimbaran – the ultimate luxury Bali getaway

Four Seasons is a brand that needs no introduction to connoisseurs of true luxury. The hotel in the Balinese bay of Jimbaran, hidden by the sandy beach of a quiet fishing town, which is part of this chain, is a unique place where you can clearly feel the harmonious relationship between man and nature. The villas immersed in greenery are inspired by the layout and architecture of a traditional Balinese village, and although the entire complex is vast, there is a soothing peace here. The bungalows, partially built of volcanic stone and covered with thatched roofs, beautifully blend into the colorful tropical gardens, winding stone paths wind between emerald lawns, leading to private infinity pools, from which there is a magnificent view of the beach and the gently rippling ocean, decorated with lace foam. This is comfort and sophistication in a nutshell!

Four Seasons – with a view like this you can't get bored!

Jimbaran has gained a lot of popularity in recent years, but it is still peaceful and there is no shortage of beachgoers, although the number of luxury hotels here has earned it the nickname "Beverly Hills Bali". The hotel's atmosphere of delightful carefreeness tempts you to spend all your time on the beach or in one of the three outdoor pools, but the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel has prepared many entertainment options that it would be a shame not to try. There is plenty to choose from: from morning meditation sessions overlooking the ocean, through 9 types of yoga classes, Balinese dance shows and temple tours to presentations of local craftsmen. The hotel's water sports centre is the Sundara Beach Club, where you can take windsurfing lessons, buy a water ski ride, and rent kayaks and paddleboarding and bodyboarding equipment. Also bear in mind that it would be a sin not to use the local spa, one of the best on the island, where you will experience relaxation at its best: Balinese massages, pearl or jasmine peeling and holistic medicine treatments - three-hour chakra opening rituals, emotional healing and a "Balinese blessing" with the participation of a yogi, masseur and... the local priest. Parents eager for relaxation can offer their children activities in the children's club.

The pool encourages lazy relaxation

The rooms are bright, decorated in white and beige colors, decorated with Balinese art. Lying in a royal bed covered with a canopy, you can enjoy a beautiful view - huge, sliding windows overlook the pool, garden or sea. The villas guarantee privacy - they are separated from each other by walls covered with jasmine and hibiscus - they have swimming pools and furnished terraces, and some even have gardens with a pond and a private gym.

Two bedroom villa

Breakfasts of tropical fruits, yoghurts, fresh pastries, juices and light Indonesian dishes are served in the open pavilion, while sandwiches, salads and satay are available all day by the pool. If you feel like a more substantial meal, visit Sundara, a beach club serving tasty Asian dishes and original cocktails. Nearby, there are many restaurants offering freshly caught fish and seafood, as well as a fish market, where you can see the colourful fish inhabiting the nearby waters up close and even have them prepared on site.

Four Seasons – comfort combined with nature

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