Originally Posted by Groombridge

“Can we use a Hobie Cat?” “No, our only one is broken.”

We were in Ocean Tents #3 and #4

Originally Posted by FlyerEC

Our Wana tent 10 in June was ok and even had new air conditioning ( think others were eventually getting them too

Went on the hobie cat but was told that one other was broken and they were waiting for a replacements.

Originally Posted by Kagehitokiri

so they didnt do a (complete) refresh in april/may this year..

Originally Posted by vuittonsofstyle

Amandari, although 20 years old this year is immaculate after its refurbishment (Love the Amandari Suite here - private pool, tranquil views).

Originally Posted by vuittonsofstyle

Amandari, since its refurbishment, looks superb and is certainly not tired. There are new pathways, new library (larger) and interiors and exteriors are now very fresh.

Originally Posted by Groombridge

Ayung Suite, a duplex suite with a pool and a nice view. I’m not crazy about the duplex suite’s layout—the upstairs bedroom feeling a bit too rustic for my taste, so I’d recommend instead the one-level pool suite immediately next to the Ayung Suite, which has an infinity pool rather than the in-ground pool of the Ayung Suite.

Originally Posted by DavidO

It has been noted on this forum that Amandari is an older resort and its rooms are a little dated. I would agree with this assessment. While FS Sayan has a superior room product...If Amandari renovates its villas, it will be the perfect resort.

Originally Posted by blueline7

Now, for the villas, or pavilions. I had read reports that they were "outdated" and utilitarian. This is rubbish. They are beautiful, contemporary, inspirational, and luxurious. I had a private pool suite and a two-story villa, which was secluded behind the ancient-looking high walls of Amandari. The entranceway is off of the network of pathways seemingly hewed through the tropical jungle which boasts gorgeous tropical flowers throughout.

[room pics follow]

Originally Posted by MegatopLover

people have complained that amandari needed a refresh, but we found it perfectly agreeable.