The best hotels in Bali with villas on the rocks

When a hotel by the sea is the standard and a five-star service is not uncommon, it's time to climb higher. Literally. The rocky coast of Bali offers this opportunity: a panoramic pool, a horizon reaching into infinity, and just you, the noise of the ocean and no neighbors beyond the wall. We have selected for you hotels, where rest at height is not just a metaphor, but a reality. Next, the best hotels in Bali with villas located on the rocks.

The Ungasan Clifftop Resort

Six Senses Uluwatu

Six Senses Uluwatu offers an upscale holiday, combining luxury, privacy and environmental care. Located on top of a cliff in Uluwatu, the hotel offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and is close to the Pura Luhur Uluwatu Temple, one of Bali’s spiritual symbols.

The resort combines Balinese architecture and modern environmental technologies. Cliff Pool villas are equipped with cozy terraces and private pools, providing ideal conditions for contemplating nature and sunsets.

Watu Steakhouse Restaurant offers steaks and fresh seafood, as well as traditional and international cuisine. And in the restaurant Rocka, visitors are waiting for culinary masterpieces of Southeast Asia, prepared on the principle of “farm to table”. The Cliff Bar is the perfect place to enjoy the sunset with a cocktail in hand.

Yoga classes, spa treatments, movies under the stars and walks through the organic garden are available, which contributes to a complete reboot and recovery.

Six Senses Uluwatu

Bulgari Resort Bali

Bulgari Resort is a harmonious combination of Italian elegance and Balinese culture. The luxury resort is built on a 160-meter cliff. It offers a collection of villas and mansions for premium holidays, among exclusive options is a two-storey Villa Bulgari with an area of 1300 square meters, equipped with a 20-meter swimming pool.

Sangkar Restaurant, located on the highest point of the cliff, offers exquisite dishes of authentic Balinese and Indonesian cuisine. And the Bulgari Bar complements the gastronomic experience with a choice of hot and cold snacks combined with signature drinks and views of colorful Balinese sunsets.

The resort offers a variety of experiences: from the spa and relaxation on a private beach, accessed through a special funicular, to the cleansing ceremony of Melukat held in the temple of the resort, and visiting the Kechak dance show in Pura Luhur Uluwatu.

Bulgari Resort Bali

Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa

The resort of the Anantara network is located among the picturesque cliffs of Uluvatu. Its terraced architecture provides unobstructed views of the Indian Ocean from every point. The hotel offers 75 suites, villas with swimming pool and penthouses equipped with balconies with Jacuzzi and panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows.

Restaurant 360 Rooftop treats visitors to traditional Indonesian and Western dishes, SONO Teppanyaki surprises with modern Japanese cuisine with a special serving, and the menu of Splash restaurant is dominated by Mediterranean tastes.

Guests of the resort can enjoy a multi-level pool with ocean views, a modern spa center. Cookery workshops, yoga classes, surfing at Impossible Beach and numerous excursions are also available.

Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa

Samabe Bali Suites & Villas

Located on top of a cliff in the southern part of Nusa Dua, Samabe Bali Suites & Villas offers a secluded holiday with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.The resort covers 8 hectares and includes 81 suites and villas, each of which is decorated in a modern style with elements of Balinese art.

Guests can choose an all-inclusive package that includes round-the-clock butler service, unlimited meals and drinks, as well as access to Samabe branded activations, including water sports and cultural events.

Rempah-Rempah and Crystal Blue Ocean Grill restaurants offer Asian, Indonesian, Mediterranean and European cuisine. Special attention deserves dinner in a cave on the beach with 11 dishes, in a romantic atmosphere under the noise of the waves.

Samabe Bali Suites & Villas

AYANA Resort and Spa

Located on the cliffs of Jimbaran Bay, AYANA Resort is part of an extensive resort complex AYANA Bali, uniting four unique hotels.

On the territory of 90 hectares, all conditions are created for a serene holiday, enjoying exquisite cuisine and getting acquainted with local traditions. Going down on the funicular to the secluded Kubu Beach Bay, guests can spend time on the beautiful beach.

The resort has 30 restaurants and bars that can satisfy any gastronomic tastes. In addition, guests of AYANA Resort have priority access to the famous Rock Bar, with its panoramic views and original cocktails.

The hotel offers a wide range of entertainment and educational programs for guests of all ages. Among its unique features are Asia’s largest thalassotherapy pool and an 18-hole golf course.

AYANA Resort and Spa

The Ungasan Clifftop Resort

Located on top of a cliff in Uluvatu, the resort offers only 7 exclusive villas. Each is a small private residence with 5 bedrooms, its own swimming pool, extensive terrace and ocean views. When booking 3 or more bedrooms, the entire territory of the villa will be at your disposal.

The resort invites you to visit the Waatu restaurant, where no gas or electricity is used for cooking. Culinary masterpieces are created on a grill or on an open fire under the guidance of award-winning Australian chef James Wiles.

Guests can visit the Sundays Beach Club, Vela Spa or gym, watch movies under the starry sky, go diving, snorkeling or rafting, play tennis or golf, or go for a helicopter ride. Round-the-clock personal butler services and transfers are also available.

The Ungasan Clifftop Resort

Pandawa Cliff Estate

The Pandawa Cliff Estate complex consists of four separate villas located on top of a cliff with panoramic views of the ocean and the golden sands of Pandava Beach. The resort can accommodate up to 42 guests and is ideal for large families, wedding events or private retreats.

Villas The Pala, Rose, Marie and Markisa offer 4 to 6 rooms, as well as living and dining areas. On the territory of the estate there are 6 swimming pools, a sports center with a full-size tennis court, a squash court, a gym and a spa, as well as a playroom for children.

Guests are offered a wide range of Western and Asian cuisine, vegetarian and children's options, as well as the opportunity to order dishes taking into account special dietary requirements and individual preferences.

At the disposal of guests eager to explore the surroundings, seven-seater cars with professional drivers are available.

Pandawa Cliff Estate

By The Cliff Bali

Luxury villa with 5 spacious bedrooms is located on a cliff near Balangan Beach. Here reigns tranquility, solitude and an atmosphere of designer comfort.

It offers air-conditioned rooms, a bar, outdoor dining areas, sunny terraces, 2 magnificent infinity pools overlooking the ocean, as well as a spa. The comfort of guests is provided by a professional team, including the butler, concierge and maid. Nanny services are available.

Skillful chefs can serve delicious dishes directly at your villa. This service is provided for an additional fee. Guests can also take advantage of the private beach and the services of a concierge who will help plan excursions and activities.

By The Cliff Bali

Bidadari Cliffside Estate

Exclusive private villa on a cliff, with access to a secluded beach and personal service. Perfect for romantic escapes and chamber events. Surrounded on three sides by the Indian Ocean, the villa offers exceptional privacy and breathtaking views. The name "Bidadari" translates as "angel", and the atmosphere here is appropriate.

Gastronomic pleasures are provided by a personal chef who prepares dishes both according to the menu and taking into account the individual preferences of guests. For entertainment and recreation, there is an 18-meter infinity pool, a gym with ocean views, yoga classes, as well as access to the beach. The rental price of the villa includes a private car with a driver. On request, massages, surfing, snorkeling and excursions are organized.

Bidadari Cliffside Estate

Grand Cliff Villas

Grand Cliff Villas are two luxury villas on top of Bukita cliffs: Grand Cliff Nusa Dua and Grand Cliff Ungasan.

Each villa includes 5 bedrooms with bathrooms, spacious living and dining areas, as well as home cinemas. Grand Cliff Nusa Dua has a gym, spa, sauna, bar and game room. And Grand Cliff Ungasan Villa is located in a gated area of an exclusive boutique resort, so guests can take advantage of its amenities, including a beach club, a children's club, a restaurant and a spa on top of a cliff. A personal chef can prepare Indonesian, Asian and international dishes that can be enjoyed in the dining area or on the terrace.

Grand Cliff Villas