Curated Stays in East 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 East Bali—a quieter, lesser-known side of the island where dramatic coastlines, terraced valleys, and sacred volcanoes meet a rich, authentic Balinese culture that still moves at its own rhythm.
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You can also check out highlights from my recent trips to this part of the world:
Thanks for being part of this journey! Now, let’s explore these one-of-a-kind stays…
Duda, Selat, Karangasem, East Bali
Hideout Eco Bamboo House Bali offers 7 uniquely designed bamboo houses, each with 1 to 3 bedrooms, private plunge pools, and jungle views. The eco-friendly accommodations are equipped with modern amenities, including kitchenettes and open-air bathrooms, providing a tranquil and immersive jungle experience.
Prices starting from 125€
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Tebola, Sidemen, Karangasem, East Bali
Samanvaya is an adults-only luxury resort in Bali’s Sidemen Valley, offering 15 villas and lumbungs. The accommodations include 5 private pool or hot tub villas, and 10 standard villas. Each unit features traditional Balinese design with open, connected spaces, providing a tranquil and immersive stay.
Prices starting from 162€
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Sinduwati, Sidemen, Karangasem, East Bali
Patal Kikian Villa offers 3 Balinese-style rooms, each featuring a private terrace with mountain and garden views, fan cooling, mosquito net, desk, and en suite bathroom with shower facilities. The property includes an outdoor swimming pool set amidst the gardens, providing a tranquil retreat.
Prices starting from 108€
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Telaga Tawang, Sidemen, Karangasem, East Bali
Veluvana Bali offers 7 uniquely designed bamboo houses, each with 1 to 2 bedrooms, private plunge pools, and panoramic views of Mount Agung and the Sidemen Valley. The accommodations feature eco-friendly construction and are equipped with modern amenities, providing a tranquil and immersive jungle experience.
Don’t miss their eco-day club, Koli-Koli
Prices starting from 290€
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Padang Aji, Pering Sari, Selat, Karangasem, East Bali
Camaya Bali offers 7 uniquely designed bamboo houses and 1 Balinese-style cottage, each with 1 or 2 bedrooms, accommodating 2 to 4 guests. The accommodations feature private terraces, panoramic rice terrace views, and modern amenities, providing a tranquil and immersive jungle experience. Guests can enjoy the on-site Camaya Terrace restaurant, spa services, and yoga classes.
Prices starting from 61€
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Telaga Tawang, Sidemen, Karangasem, East Bali
Wapa di Ume Sidemen offers 21 accommodations: 6 Lanai Rooms, 10 Di Ume Suites, 5 One Bedroom Pool Villas, and 1 Wapa Lux Tent. The resort provides a tranquil mountain retreat with yoga classes, spa services, and two infinity-edge pools. Guests can enjoy Indonesian and Western dishes at the on-site restaurant, and the property features a fitness center and boutique shop.
Don’t miss the pool and restaurant — also great for a day pass
Prices starting from 244€
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Sangkan Gunung, Sidemen, Karangasem, Bali
Numa Bali is a luxury resort in Sidemen, offering 3 uniquely designed villas. Each villa features a private pool, waterslide, and panoramic views of the surrounding rice terraces and Mount Agung. The accommodations blend modern amenities with traditional Balinese architecture, providing a serene and immersive experience.
Prices starting from 627€
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Bunutan, Amed, East Bali
Mathis Lodge Amed offers 20 individual lodges spread over 2 hectares in the Lean Valley, 400 meters above sea level. Each lodge is designed with alang-alang roofs, adhering to tropical architectural codes, and is equipped with modern amenities. Some lodges feature outdoor Jacuzzis or infinity pools, providing guests with a unique natural environment in Bali.
Prices starting from 126€
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Lipah, Bunutan, Abang, East Bali
Villas Bukit Lipah offers 5 eco-chic bamboo villas, each designed to accommodate 4 to 7 guests. Perched on a hilltop overlooking Lipah Beach and the Bali Sea, the villas are constructed from bamboo and locally sourced natural materials, paying homage to traditional Balinese design. The interiors are spacious and filled with natural light, creating a cool and breezy living environment. Guests can enjoy an infinity pool, spa services, and a restaurant on-site.
Prices start at 200€ per night, with a two-night minimum during select periods of the year.g from 126€
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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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