Indonesia is known for its incredible natural beauty and cultural richness, but it is also renowned for its luxurious 5-star hotels that invite tourists to immerse themselves in a world of impeccable comfort and first-class service.
Indonesia is made up of over 17,000 islands and is located between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. The most popular islands are Sumatra, Java, Sulawesi, Bali , parts of Borneo and New Guinea. It is here that most of the world-class luxury hotels are located. The best time to visit is the dry season, from April to October, although the climate is best for travel in July and August. The country constantly welcomes tourists from all over the world, creating a paradise of amenities for tourists.
Alila Uluwatu
The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta , Mega Kuningan
This tranquil retreat is located in the Ayung River Valley , a 15-minute drive from Ubud . The resort is very similar to a traditional Balinese village, but with high-quality service, royal decor and all the modern amenities. Many of the buildings are hidden by lush greenery and overlook rice fields, creating a sense of privacy. Guests can enjoy therapeutic treatments, yoga, a swimming pool, a library, four dining areas, and five classes of villas and suites to choose from. A romantic dinner for two can be served in the rice fields, and families can enjoy a rich children's program.
The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan
Mandapa , Ritz-Carlton Reserve
The luxurious Mandapa , nestled in the jungle at the Ritz-Carlton Reserve , feels pristine and ancient. The open-plan lobby with incredible views of the Ayung Valley is surrounded by a black stone temple and open-plan lounges. You will be greeted by the king’s attendant and escorted to one of 35 suites or 25 villas with private pools, each decorated with original paintings by a Balinese artist. Mandapa is a separate village with rice paddies, steep winding streets, a resort pool, spa , cocktail bar and restaurant, and an authentic Hindu temple.
Mandapa, RitzCarlton Reserve
Alila Uluwatu
The resort's villas are perched high on a cliff on the peninsula. They have become a symbol of modern Bali . The beach is reached by 600 steps down a cliff-side staircase. The spacious private suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass walls that open out to private pools. The bathrooms are equipped with a large bathtub, toiletries, and a personal butler.
Alila Uluwatu
The Ritz-Carlton Bali
Situated on a green hillside above the Indian Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton Bali is simply mesmerizing. It is a two-level resort connected by a glass elevator. You will find more than 300 suites and villas, six restaurants and bars, and an incredible pool that seems to float over the Indian Ocean. Book dinner at Bejan to try the authentic Indonesian cuisine - sambal udang , a Kalimantan-style king prawn dish .
The Ritz-Carlton Bali
Apurva Kempinski Bali
Beachfront luxury at Nusa Dua Resort . The hotel resembles an open-air theatre on a cliff. Cascading waterfalls frame the hotel’s grand staircase. A 70-metre temple-style walkway runs through the centre of Apurva , setting the stage for nightly events. And the rooms and suites are built into terraced hillside outcrops as a tribute to Bali’s famous rice paddies . A stunning spa offers a range of traditional treatments.
Apurva Kempinski Bali
Resort Four Seasons Bali in Sayan
Living up to its reputation as one of the best hotels in Bali , Four Seasons in Sayan offers you vivid impressions and comfort. Each suite overlooks gardens, rice fields and the sacred Ayung River . The hotel can help you organize tours to secret temples, undergo energy cleansing with traditional healers and ride a bike through rice fields.
Reach the tropical treetops via an impressive suspension bridge. The hotel is located on the banks of the Ayung River , where guests are blessed with holy water. Daily activities include yoga, village walks, bike tours and traditional Balinese dance performances, infinity pool, spa Sacred River and two restaurants serving authentic Indonesian and Mediterranean cuisine. For a special dining experience, ask for a table by the water's edge by candlelight at the cozy Riverside Café Cafe .
Four Seasons Resort Bali At Sayan
Jumeirah Bali
Modeled after a Javanese-Hindu water palace, this villa-only resort has a strong focus on wellness, organic farm-to-table cuisine, personalized programs, and traditional hammam . The hotel's grounds feature historic Majapahit ruins , a pavilion kids' club, fountains, a sunset pool lounge and dining terrace. The outdoor area is vast, with a wide pool that runs right down to the beach and lapping sea. Guests are treated to Arabic -Balinese hospitality, personal butler service and luxurious airport transfer .
Jumeirah Bali
Bulgari Resort Bali
The Italian design brand has created a 59-room luxury hotel on the south coast in Uluwatu . The interiors, made from local materials like volcanic stone, are suitably glamorous , boasting exotic art, Balinese antiques, dark woods and textiles. The infinity pool offers panoramic ocean views. You can take a dip on the hotel’s private beach, dine in one of two restaurants and have outdoor treatments at the spa . If you need more space during your visit, there are five-bedroom mansions. All rooms have champagne minibars and, of course, Bulgari toiletries in the oversized bathrooms.
Bulgari Resort Bali
The Oberoi Beach Resort
This is the first resort to open in the seaside town of Seminyak , and although it’s a short five-minute walk from the city centre, it’s quiet and peaceful. The 15-acre property is dotted with colourful flowers, carved statues, temples, lily ponds, fountains and trees. It’s romantic and authentic: you can enjoy afternoon tea accompanied by a live Balinese dance show in the hotel’s private amphitheatre. It features a spa , 74 traditional villas with original teak details and two restaurants serving up the finest meat and seafood.
The Oberoi Beach Resort
Grand Hyatt Bali
The twisting layout of the low-rise Grand Hotel Hyatt helps it blend in with its surroundings. Pagodas, green paths lead to the seashore, an emerald Balinese pool winds like a river through the trees. The resort has 636 bedrooms, multiple pools, a kids' club, three tennis courts, mini golf, a spa Kriya Spa & Fitness & Wellness Bay Club . Meals are served at the Japanese restaurant Nampu , a buffet surrounded by fountains and freshwater pools, an eatery reminiscent of a local night market.
Grand Hyatt Bali
Fairmont Jakarta
Fairmont Hotel in Jakarta is a foodie’s dream. It hosts lobster nights, a halal Indonesian restaurant, a steak bar , a deli, a culinary theatre buffet with wagyu nights , and a CoComelon café for the little ones. The 380 luxurious rooms have Japanese spa- style baths . Upgrade to a suite to get access to the Club Lounge , daily drinks and snacks, and butler service. The Fairmont has a swimming pool, a spa , and three bars.
Fairmont Jakarta
The Westin Surabaya
Stay at East Java's tallest hotel, offering unrivaled views of the skyscraper peaks and canal network. Adjacent to Indonesia's largest mall, it's a shopper's paradise. The The Westin places great emphasis on relaxation with its wellness program and spa services . Tranquil outdoor pools are surrounded by trees and overlook the palace grounds. Guests can dine at Magnolia Restaurant , which serves a variety of international cuisine, and enjoy spacious bedrooms and impeccable service.
The Westin Surabaya
JW Marriott Hotel Surabaya
Cool off in the long river-style pool at the JW Marriott, or relax on a lounge chair next to a palm tree. Everything feels lush here; from the generously planted little man-made island inside the pool to the dining pavilion in the conservatory with indoor trees and plants. Another restaurant features a live kitchen, and there’s a health club, beauty salon, and gym on site. King suites , twin, single, and double rooms are available, and for young families, there are teepees, adding a little magic to the little ones’ stay.
JW Marriott Hotel Surabaya
Royal Surakarta Heritage - MGallery from Sofitel
This elegant 150-bedroom hotel, with antique furnishings and Javanese decor, evokes a bygone era. It is located on Surakarta's main artery , a short drive from the palaces and close to excellent street food markets. The hotel features indoor and outdoor pools with the Tirtotedjo pool bar serving both peak and rainy seasons, as well as a spa Mustika . At the Royal Hotel Surakarta Heritage's all-day dining restaurant, Srikandi , serves Western, Chinese and Indonesian cuisine.
Royal Surakarta Heritage - MGallery от Sofitel
Whether you choose a luxury beach resort, an overwater bungalow, a spa hotel , a villa or an exotic accommodation, Indonesia will satisfy the most sophisticated traveler desires. Book your ideal hotel now and enjoy the beauty of nature!
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