The Amala

Contemporary Asian style is the theme throughout the twelve adult-only villas with private butlers at The Amala, another stunning hotel from Lifestyle Retreats. The design throughout this lovely boutique hotel is clean and simple. Local materials such as Bandung marble have been used wherever possible. All villas have en-suite bathrooms with a Jacuzzi and bath, some villas have baths by the pool, while others have large freestanding baths. Spa villas have a private plunge jet pool and the bedrooms open out onto private decking, all have large four-posters adorned in light white drapes and have steam showers scented with a selection of aromatherapy options so you can wind-down with calming lavender before bed or choose mint as a refreshing start to the day. The luxurious soaps with a mixture of tropical ingredients are a lovely little extra. The complimentary soft drink mini-bar fresh fruit and homemade cookies are replenished on a daily basis.

The small, but perfectly formed spa has a wide selection of therapies available and throughout the year. The choice of treatments include traditional Balinese Massage, Jade Stone Body Massage, Purification Massage and Tui Na (Chinese Acupressure Massage). The Amala also has a detailed cultural programme which includes visits to art galleries, temples and the best of shopping areas.

A nod to the wellbeing philosophy of the hotel the Bamboo restaurant has a healthy menu showcasing organic and raw ingredients whenever possible. The menu features dishes from Indonesia, Asia and and a few international dishes. Alcoholic drinks are available.

If you're craving some nightlife or a day by the sea, the cafés, restaurants, sandy beaches and shops of Seminyak are just a short walk from The Amala.

 

Written by Lulu Townsend

• Restaurant
• Dine alfresco at the poolside Bamboo Restaurant
• Spa
• Small but perfect spa.
• 24 Hour room service
• 24-hour butler service
• Restrictions on children
• Guests must be age 12+
• In room DVD
• Airport transfer
• Walking distance restaurants
• Outdoor dining
• Massage
• Library
• Whirlpool Bathtub
• Car not required
• Sit-out Terrace
• Laundry
• Adult Only

• Air conditioning
• Swimming Pool
• Garden
• Gym
• Sitting Room
• Room service
• Family Suites
• Private villas
• Concierge
• In room music system
• Wifi
• Safe
• Bath robes
• Parking

• Yoga
• Enjoy complimentary daily yoga at The Wellness Studio. Pilates classes, training & retreats also take place throughout the year
• Cooking classes
• Participate in a fantastic cookery class, taking home the secrets of fragrant Balinese cuisine
• Museums
• The Bali Museum and Le Mayeur Museum are both fascinating, and just a short drive away
• Learning
• Trekking

• Local markets
• Watersports
• Sights nearby
• Designer Shopping
• Close to nightlife

Why do people love staying in your hotel? Guests love staying at The Amala Seminyak because of the arrival experience, our warm and friendly service, comfort levels in villas as well as the location of the resort being within walking distance of the shopping and entertainment area however still retaining a quiet and tranquil atmosphere.

What is there to do in the area or on site? There are a variety of activities in the area including shopping at Seminyak Square and Seminyak Village, hanging out at the Seminyak or Kuta beaches or even at Potato Head Beach Club, Finn’s Recreation Club or Ku De Ta Lounge. An iconic attraction to visit is the Tanah Lot Temple. On-site, we would like to highlight dining at Bamboo Restaurant, our intimate alfresco restaurant overlooking the Main Pool which is open for all day dining or in the privacy of your villa with a wide selection of dishes including a private barbeque option.

Guests can also enjoy a part of Bali Culture with our Cooking Class (ranking 2 of 18 cooking classes on TripAdvisor) at which our excellent chefs will introduce the ingredients first and then guests would have hands-on preparation lessons to create tantalising Balinese flavours.

The Amala offers guests amazing spa and wellness services where our spa therapists, who are well versed in ancient Asian and Western holistic philosophies will help guests relax and focus on spa and wellness treatments.

What kind of breakfast do you offer? The Amala offers three options of an a la carte menu and they include:

* healthy option of a green power smoothie bowl, tropical fruits and yoghurt
* Asian option of miso soup, mie goreng and bubur ayam (chicken porridge)
* gluten free option of gluten free bakeries and pancakes and organic vegetable salad

Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? There are also some nice restaurants around the area and they include local at the famous Mades Warung and Merah Putih as well as international cuisine at Metis, Mama San, not forgetting great barbeque ribs and Martinis at Naughty Nuri’s.

Which is your most popular room, and why? Our Spa Villas are the most popular room as guests wake up in a romantic four-poster bed to the blissful sound of birds singing in the trees. They can luxuriate in their own private steam shower designed to facilitate our detox and wellness programs infused with herbal aromas or they can slide into their plunge jet-pool for a refreshing dip. Each Spa Villa includes a sundeck with loungers, an outdoor garden tub which is ideal for a romantic evening soak and sliding doors that open completely to nature.

What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms? The Amala Seminyak is an adults-only resort and so we do not have any facilities for children.

What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers? The Amala is an intimate serene villa hotel and unique wellness retreat in Seminyak – Bali’s most fashionable and exclusive address. At The Amala, the Zen-inspired design fosters the best of two worlds – a sheltered, luxurious, calm environment in harmony with nature and easy access to the vibrancy of nearby beaches, shops, restaurants and nightlife. Stroll down verdant-shaded bamboo paths, dine on healthy cuisine, take a meditative yoga class in the Wellness Studio and luxuriate in a comprehensive choice of blissful Spa treatments. We look forward to welcoming you.