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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking Ubud jungle at this tranquil luxury retreat, which beautifully fuses Japanese and Balinese design and culture. Feel the zen of Hoshinoya Bali from the moment a smiling staff member greets you at the Balinese-style split gate entrance and you see the magical view of the lush river valley, where 30 spacious villas and wow factor suspended gazebos nestle amongst the trees. A place to slow down and soak up the sounds and energy of nature; including the cascading water of Bali's UNESCO designed irrigation system running through the resort. The villas are designed in the style of a Balinese village where houses are built along a stream - in this case one of three glorious swimming pools accessed via your own steps. Nothing beats taking a dip and then watching the birds dart around the trees from your enormous outdoor daybed gazebo. Entry to each villa feels special; through a traditional Balinese gate and along a private walkway. Floor-to-ceiling windows invite the outdoors in and if you book a Jalak villa overlooking the valley, you must witness sunrise from the wraparound deck. It’s easy to never leave. Start the day with a guided stretch on the jungle deck or walk through the rice fields, unwind with a Balinese massage, try your hand at an activity like Canang Balinese offering making, and devour afternoon tea or delicious traditional Indonesian cuisine. A special mention to the staff who brilliantly mix discreet Japanese service with Balinese warmth.
Romantic Break
Total relaxation
Great walks
Diving
Restaurant
Yoga
Family Suites
Eco
Art Classes
On an island
Rooms with balcony/terrace
Gourmet
Quiet
Views
Sit-out Terrace
Whirlpool Bathtub
Museums
Opulent
Local markets
Full of character
Designer
Hotel Entertainment
Barefoot Luxury
Trekking
Learning
Organic food
Snorkelling
Wellbeing
Spa
Artworks
Boutique
Cycling
Chic
Gym
Child friendly
5* Luxury
Traditional
Contemporary
Charming
Luxury
Intimate
Birdwatching
Romantic
Mountain biking
Cooking classes
Secluded setting
Rooms
30 rooms in this hotelRestaurant
Chef Mitsuaki Senoo's menu features a fusion of French and Balinese flavours with a Japanese essenceFamily Suites
Closest to the restaurant and shared spaces, the Jalak villas are best for familiesSwimming Pool
Three canal-like swimming pools weave through the resortParking
Massage
Safe
Cots available
Bath robes
Meeting Room
Outdoor dining
Airport transfer
Rooms with balcony/terrace
Bar
Bicycle hire
Sit-out Terrace
Laundry
Whirlpool Bathtub
Garden
Suites
Room service
Sitting Room
Child friendly
Gym
Private villas
Spa
Hot Tub
Concierge
Wifi
Views
Air conditioning
Business Centre
Great walks
Diving
Yoga
Art Classes
Learning
Snorkelling
Cooking classes
Trekking
Hotel Entertainment
Local markets
Museums
Cycling
Birdwatching
Mountain biking
"Luxury minimalism at its best. This is Hoshinoya's first property outside of Japan, and the rooms are larger while the room count is smaller (30 villas total) than most of their other properties. The resort was designed by Rie Azuma, who spent considerable time researching Hindu temples and traditional Balinese culture. It was important for them to keep an aspect of Japan in the design as a Japanese group, but they integrated it seamlessly with local design."
Originally published by Condé Nast Traveler
"With its roots firmly set in Japanese design principles, luxurious Hoshinoya Bali also pays tribute to Balinese culture and craftsmanship – and the result is exquisite. The tranquil resort conveys a very fine balance between the two cultures, as well as the relationship between humans and nature."
Originally published by Telegraph Travel
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