Originally Posted by luxefarer

I've stayed in the garden pool and the partial ocean pool at Puri and have to say both are lovely, but the pool floating above the palm groves with a view of the sea takes the cake.

Amanpuri Garden pool pavillion, with an upgrade to the partial pool, would certainly be a close tie! (Image below of partial ocean)

Although March is still the wet season and there is a higher chance of rain, I like that there are fewer tourists during this time in Bali. Clouds don't bother me so much in Bali, and make for stunning sunsets.

Amankila is very peaceful, and the infinity pool suite, in particular, is a dream. I stayed in that suite 2 summers ago (image below)...

Whereas March in Amanpuri, albeit hot, is still dry season and you'd enjoy a stunning beach with crystal blue waters and top tier F&B... it may be a little more crowded than usual as I've heard Phuket this year has been very crowded overall.

Maybe consider the experience you're looking for as well.

If you're into being pampered with spa treatments, great F&B, cocktails, a super idyllic beach (the best beach in Phuket in my view), I'd choose Puri over Kila.

If you're into a super peaceful, effortless holiday & want to leave the resort and do more cultural or active activities like biking across villages in or visiting temples, I'd choose kila over puri.