Curated Stays in West Bali — A Handpicked Selection
I’m here to share extraordinary stays—handpicked hideaways that stand out for their bespoke service, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional design. Each selection is thoughtfully curated to highlight spaces where aesthetics, comfort, and personality come together naturally.
This time, we’re heading to West Bali — a wilder, less-developed side of the island where jungle-covered hills, remote beaches, and sleepy surf towns meet a slower, more elemental way of life.
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Soori Bali offers 48 villas and residences, ranging from one-bedroom villas to a ten-bedroom estate. Each villa features private pools and offers sweeping views of the ocean, rice fields, or mountains. Designed by architect Soo K. Chan, the accommodations blend modern luxury with traditional Balinese elements, providing a serene and immersive experience.
Prices starting from 984€
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Yama Balian offers 10 rooms, including deluxe and suite bungalows, each featuring private outdoor patios with daybeds. The accommodations are designed with Mediterranean influences and Balinese touches, providing a serene and intimate setting. Guests can enjoy an infinity pool, spa services, and yoga classes, all within a lush garden environment.
Prices starting from 93€
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Sumberkima, North Bali (Pemuteran area) – Located on the remote northwestern edge of Bali
Sumberkima Hill Retreat offers a tranquil hillside escape with approximately 21 private pool villas, each uniquely designed to blend modern luxury with traditional Balinese elements. Ranging from one to five bedrooms, the villas provide panoramic views of the coastline and surrounding mountains. Amenities include two gourmet restaurants, a spa, yoga facilities, and a variety of recreational activities, ensuring a serene and immersive experience for guests.
Prices range from budget-friendly options to 300€ per night.
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Balian Prana is a luxury villa estate with six individually themed bedrooms, all featuring private bathrooms. Guests can rent the entire villa or book rooms separately, making it suitable for groups or individual travelers. The property combines traditional Balinese design with modern comforts and offers shared amenities such as a 25-meter infinity pool, lush gardens, and ocean views, creating a serene and flexible retreat experience.
Prices starting from 171€
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Kelapa Retreat & Spa is a boutique beachfront resort with 26 villas set in lush tropical gardens, offering a mix of Beach, Ocean, and Pool Villas, plus a two-bedroom residence. Each villa features private terraces and en-suite bathrooms. Guests can enjoy private pools, beachfront access, yoga and spa treatments, and ocean-view dining, making it ideal for wellness retreats or a tranquil getaway.
Prices starting from 183€
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Alami Boutique Villas & Resort offers a tranquil retreat in rural Tabanan, featuring 24 individually designed villas inspired by traditional Balinese and Javanese architecture. Each villa includes a private pool and spacious living areas, providing an ideal setting for group gatherings, weddings, and wellness retreats. The resort is set amidst lush rice fields with ocean views, offering a serene atmosphere complemented by modern amenities such as a spa, restaurant, and yoga facilities
Prices starting from 264€
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The Menjangan by LifestyleRetreats is a secluded nature resort located within the West Bali National Park. The resort offers a total of 24 accommodations, including 16 rooms at the Monsoon Lodge, 7 Beach Villas, and a 3-bedroom Residence. The Beach Villas are designed in traditional Javanese Joglo style, providing guests with beachfront access and private outdoor baths. The Monsoon Lodge rooms and suites are set amidst the forest, centered around a pool area. The Residence offers a luxurious 3-bedroom estate with butler service and views of Bayun Bay.
Prices starting from 94€
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You can find other curated guides to unique hotels and places to stay around the world in the «Places to Stay» section of my website, filtering by country (Only countries with content are visible)
This selection is regularly updated, so feel free to revisit it now and then to discover new accommodations I’ll be adding over time. If you find it helpful, please share it with fellow lovers of design and low-key luxury.
As with all my guides, I aim to highlight independent, small-scale accommodations with soul, character, and charm—perfect for the design-oriented traveler who values unique, thoughtfully curated spaces and embraces the spirit of slow travel and a mindful approach to hospitality.
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