Curated Stays in South 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 Uluwatu, Bali—where dramatic cliffs drop into the Indian Ocean, hidden beaches sit beneath limestone walls, and surf culture shapes the rhythm of everyday life.
From clifftop villas with endless sea views to tucked-away retreats near iconic surf breaks, this guide explores a selection of unique stays across the Bukit Peninsula.
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Belimbing Sari, Uluwatu
Alila Villas Uluwatu is a luxury resort featuring 65 eco-friendly villas, each with a private pool and cabana overlooking the Indian Ocean. Designed by WOHA architects, the villas showcase contemporary interiors with Balinese accents, utilizing sustainable materials like wood, stone, and rattan. The open-plan design includes flat lava rock roofs and bamboo ceilings, allowing for natural ventilation and sea breezes.
Prices start at 634€
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Padang-Padang, Uluwatu
The Asa Maia is an adults-only wellness resort featuring 10 suites made from traditional Javanese wood. Each suite offers a serene retreat with natural light, semi-outdoor bathrooms, and modern amenities, providing an intimate and personalized stay.
Prices start at 634€
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Pantai Selatan Gau, Ungasan, Uluwatu,
The Ungasan Clifftop Resort is a luxury resort featuring seven private villas with 3 to 5 bedrooms each. Set within 2,500 m² of gardens and 30 meters of clifftop frontage, the resort offers a private beachfront, spa, fitness facilities, and access to Sundays Beach Club. Each villa includes a dedicated butler, providing an intimate and personalized stay for those seeking design, comfort, and cultural immersion.
Prices start at 550€
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Jl. Tj. Simah, Pecatu, Uluwatu
The Korowai is a boutique resort featuring 6 villas. Each villa offers ocean views, air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a terrace. With an adults-only setting, it provides an intimate and personalized stay for those seeking design, comfort, and cultural immersion.
Prices start at 241€
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Pemutih Beach area, Uluwatu, Bali
Rock’n Reef is a boutique resort featuring 8–11 Mediterranean-inspired bungalows with ocean views, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. It offers an intimate and personalized stay with a private beach, restaurant, and sun terrace.
Prices start at 117€
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Gravity, Labuan Sait – Uluwatu
Gravity Bali is an eco-friendly boutique resort offering a total of 21 rooms. The accommodations include 15 unique bungalows and 6 private suites, each designed with distinct charm and comfort.
Prices start at 103€
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Pantai Bingin – Mertasari, Uluwatu,
Sal Secret Spot is a boutique resort offering a total of 14 rooms. The accommodations include various room types, such as suites and apartments, designed with a blend of modern comfort and tropical aesthetics.
Prices start at 87€
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Bingin, Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia
Terra Cottages Bali is a boutique hotel featuring 23 rooms in two-storey dwellings and standalone cottages. Each offers a private terrace, modern amenities, and access to a pool and restaurant, providing an intimate and personalized stay.
Prices start at 136€
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Balangan, Jimbaran
La Cabane is an intimate eco-chic boutique hotel featuring 6 private bungalows and a 3-bedroom villa with a private pool. Each unit offers modern comforts, with some including plunge pools and ocean views. Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, a thatched restaurant, and personalized services like yoga classes and scooter rentals.
Prices start at 186€
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Labuansait, Uluwatu
There are many steps to reach the property — something to keep in mind despite its unbeatable location.
Dreamsea Bali is a surf resort featuring 33 rooms, including shared, private, and suite options. Each room offers ocean views and modern amenities, while the resort provides a restaurant, bar, yoga sessions, and direct access to nearby surf spots, creating an intimate and immersive stay.
Prices start at 94€
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Jalan Labuan Sait, Uluwatu
There are many steps to reach the property — something to keep in mind despite its unbeatable location.
Le Cliff Bali is a boutique guesthouse offering 8 rooms with ocean views and modern amenities, providing an intimate and personalized stay for travelers seeking tranquility and natural beauty.
Prices start at 132€
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Labuan Sait, Pecatu – Uluwatu
Suarga Padang Padang is a sustainable boutique resort featuring 36 rooms, pavilions, and villas with ocean or garden views. The resort offers eco-friendly design, pools, a restaurant, and close access to Padang Padang Beach, providing an intimate and luxurious stay.
Prices start at 207€
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Belong Bunter, Uluwatu
Casa Ulu is an adult-only boutique hotel featuring 5 private suites, including Tropical Bungalow, Chic Suite, and Master Chic Suite. Each suite offers air conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities such as a coffee machine and work desk. Guests can enjoy shared access to a pool, sun terrace, and fully equipped kitchen.
Prices start at 149€
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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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