Best hotel in Bali?
Mar 20, 2023, 4:37 am
#361
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Glad I was not the only one!
It seemed that the issue is exacerbated by the design of the building, where there is no soundproof seal like you get in modern doors and windows, and there are gaps under the sliding doors for example. In particular, the shower in the bathroom was actually completely open to the pool area, so the only layer between the outside world and the bedroom was the glass shower door.
In comparison, I had no such issues at the Andaz (new construction, very well soundproofed room) even though it seemed to have an equally vocal frog population.
It seemed that the issue is exacerbated by the design of the building, where there is no soundproof seal like you get in modern doors and windows, and there are gaps under the sliding doors for example. In particular, the shower in the bathroom was actually completely open to the pool area, so the only layer between the outside world and the bedroom was the glass shower door.
In comparison, I had no such issues at the Andaz (new construction, very well soundproofed room) even though it seemed to have an equally vocal frog population.
Mar 21, 2023, 12:32 am
#362
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We actually really enjoyed COMO Uma Ubud. Food was fantastic and the staff were gracious and accommodating. We stayed in a garden pool villa -- reasonable room, but no view whatsoever. Overall, though, a very pleasant stay 
Mar 21, 2023, 4:26 pm
#363
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At the Como Uma Ubud, I really, really struggled with poor soundproofing of the rooms (albeit in a Pool Room and not in a villa due to lack of availability) and the frogs that were croaking all night in the rain around my room which prevented any meaningful sleep - I was utterly miserable and checked out early.
Mar 31, 2023, 11:21 pm
#364
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Hi guys,
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Apr 1, 2023, 1:51 am
#365
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Hi guys,
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Also, Four Seasons at Jimbaran has residences and has a kids club.
Apr 1, 2023, 10:38 am
#366
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Hi guys,
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Apr 1, 2023, 6:08 pm
#367
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Hi guys,
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Does anyone have a recommendation for a multi-bedroom villa within a luxury hotel in Bali ?
Needs to be on/near/walking distance from the beach (not interested in Ubud etc).
Looking at a 3 bedder and would prefer if the hotel/resort is kid friendly.
Who are the main contenders for this sort of setup ?
Thank you
Jul 9, 2023, 1:18 am
#368
Join Date: Sep 2014
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Out of interest, does anyone know which hotel in Bali has the largest number of shared pools or the largest single pool? The Mulia apparently has 7 pools, with the Conrad Bali having the largest single pool. Anyone know of a property that beats either of those?
Sep 1, 2023, 7:27 am
#370
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Thinking about going back to Bali, but Amankila rates have reached heights I cannot justify, and I am willing to try something new.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Sep 2, 2023, 1:08 am
#371
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Thinking about going back to Bali, but Amankila rates have reached heights I cannot justify, and I am willing to try something new.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Sep 9, 2023, 5:10 pm
#373
Join Date: Sep 2023
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Thinking about going back to Bali, but Amankila rates have reached heights I cannot justify, and I am willing to try something new.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Sep 9, 2023, 6:18 pm
#374
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Thinking about going back to Bali, but Amankila rates have reached heights I cannot justify, and I am willing to try something new.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Have you heard about any new / residential feeling hotels (private pool is a bonus, but not mandatory)?
Actually there are so many hotels that I cannot narrow down my choice.
Lovely property with lovely beach for walking on , swimming in the ocean is not advisable that part of Bali .
Complimentary activities include lessons in Balinese dance , kite making and flying
Sep 10, 2023, 4:36 pm
#375
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Not mine but could be helpful, Kevin's video about Jumeirah Bali
Rest of the video playlist of Kevin's visits to some of Bali's hotels & resorts,
Ofcourse some are less luxury and might not be to everyone's taste:
- Como Uma Ubud
- Alila Seminyak
- Alila Ubud
- Andaz
- Kempinski
- Belmond
- Intercontinental Jimbaran
- Six senses
- Samsara Ubud
- Conrad
- Anantara
- Indigo
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...b3xkTy-wylft93
And another video playlist from the luxury travel expert with a focus on the Amans + Bulgari + Ritz Carlton reserve Mandapa
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...qJbWaGy3HtIGKf
https://theluxurytravelexpert.com/20...t-hotels-bali/
https://theluxurytravelexpert.com/20...ort-ubud-bali/
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