The Best Bali Hotels To Book (June 2025)

Perched on picturesque Jimbaran Bay, just a 40-minute drive from vibrant Seminyak and 90 minutes from the cultural haven of Ubud, InterContinental Bali Resort stands as a sprawling haven for those seeking the epitome of resort-style indulgence. With six pools, extensive gardens, a spa, and a variety of dining options (feast your way through Japanese, Mediterranean and local fare), this sanctuary promises an unforgettable escape.

For some extra spesh, check out Club InterContinental, the hotel’s premier accommodation category that comes with an array of privileges, including 24-hour bespoke butler service, exclusive access to the private Club Pool, and unlimited entrance to the Club InterContinental Lounge—and free evening cocktails. 

It's been coined as a 'diffused hotel', where suites are nestled inconspicuously throughout the local community. You'll find each locale along the main palm-lined street of Pererenan, where FURTHER's subtle design cues—like those cross-hatched terracotta bricks—weave into the village surroundings.

Whether you're opting for the generously sized Studio A, a standalone suite that feels more like your own lofty apartment, or the uber-spacious 63m2 Urban King suite, you'll be treated to FURTHER's signature walk-in rainwater shower, king beds fitted in ultra-soft linen and an always-on concierge that can have everything from a private meal to a rental scooter at your door in minutes.  

Situated right in the heart of Seminyak, Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach is the ultimate haven for travellers craving a seamless blend of convenience and indulgence. Set in a coveted location at the epicentre of bars, restaurants, shopping, and sightseeing, this seaside retreat ensures that your every desire is within arm's reach. 

But we don't blame you for not wanting to leave these digs at all—the hotel's oversized rooms are designed to cater to everyone, from couples seeking intimacy to families in pursuit of shared moments. Revel in spa-inspired bathrooms, zen out on day beds, and sink into plush bedding. Depending on your room choice, your private outdoor space will consist of either a patio or balcony, providing a sanctuary to unwind in. 

Potato Head Studios is the beating heart of Desa Potato Head’s creative and eco village, made up of Potato Head Suites and the ever-iconic beach club on the immaculate shoreline of Petitenget Beach. The studios have been designed in partnership with David Gianotten at OMA (the crew responsible for the Off-White flagship in Paris). 

Each of the 168 rooms has been fitted out with furnishings inspired by renowned designer Max Lamb, think recycled plastic desk accessories, volcanic glassware and bamboo chairs—and while you might be impressed with the focus on sustainability already, we’ve hardly scratched the surface. Guests also receive a zero-waste kit, refillable essentials like sunscreen and sanitiser and fully biodegradable slippers. This sustainable retreat also includes a music studio, gallery, spa, sustainability workshops, library and co-working space and six different restaurants.  

This five-star hotel is pretty much everything you could ask for, and then some. The hotel equivalent of an adult theme park, W Bali throws a whole heap of everything fun your way, and you basically get to choose your own adventure. 

There’s a 24-hour spa and gym to get your sweat on at, Woobar Bali is where you sling a few martinis whiel watching the sun dip into the ocean, Starfish Bloo offers up a Sunday brunch with oysters, toasties, smoked pork ribs and even a sushi station, and then W Lounge is your go-to for neon pink lights and chill post-dinner drinks. 

For laidback vibes, treat yourself to a stay at this mesmerising luxury hotel. Located on the south coast, this hotel’s jam is less about the beach club scene, though the drinks, pools and ocean views will not disappoint, and more about making little moments for yourself. Cue the onsite yoga rooms, pilates studios, dedicated Jungle Sports studio and let's not forget the COMO Shambhala Retreat home to the best massage you'll ever have.

There are 107 rooms and suites that ooze seclusion and 12 duplex COMO Penthouses, each with its own private pool. For views of the lagoon pool or Echo Beach, you'll want to opt for a suite or penthouse and trust us when we say it's worth the splurge.  

While ocean views are nice and all, sometimes the best stays feel a little more lush and hidden. Take Andaz Bali, for example, quite literally modelled after a Balinese village to bring you all the wholesome and comforting vibes. The rooms here are spread around small clusters of courtyards and sprawl out onto private lagoons decorated with tropical vines. Read: the ultimate secluded sojourn. 

One of your favourite places to hit here will be the onsite deli and bakery where you can smash cakes, homemade ice creams and Korean shaved ice Bingsu and sip freshly brewed coffees (with beans carefully sourced from local Indonesian producers). The Fisherman’s Club is also a win for daily beachfront feasting with fresh seafood grilled on coconut husks. 

If there’s a hotel in Bali you’ve seen filling your Instagram feed, it’s this one. The Edge Bali is a clifftop stay that will instantly induce goosebumps. There are only eight rooms, so you can expect to be forking out a few pay slips for this one. But who can really put a price on plunge pools, 24-hour butler service, private gardens, endless views of the Indian Ocean, a bowling alley, karaoke room and rooftop tennis? 

On the food and beverage side of things, you’re also spoilt for choice too (how unfortunate)—One Eighty is a day club with a glass-bottom sky pool; The Cliff Bar is a cocktail haven with breathtaking glass floor; The Club Bar is a sophisticated nook to sip fancy bottles of wine; and finally, The Cave is a 22-seat subterranean restaurant located in an ancient cave.  

Meliá in Nusa Dua truly sets a new standard for resort-style getaways. The five-star beachside locale ticks off all the boxes one could want. Kick off your stay with a float in one of the several pools dotted across the sprawling oasis before meandering into YHI Spa for a Balinese massage, reflexology treatment, or a mani and pedi combo. Hungry? Feast your way through several onsite restaurants—but if you only have time for one, make it Lotus, a heritage-style pavilion with a thatched alang-alang roof slinging authentic Balinese eats.

Those who want to explore beyond Meliá can soak up this primo location with a visit to The Level, a premium service giving guests access to a private pool, exclusive dining areas, discounts on YHI spa treatments and a private beach—it's a true VIP experience.  

Situated along a secluded stretch of serene beachfront, Mulia is a true jewel of Bali's Nusa Dua region. Luxury is at the forefront of this serene property across its three accommodation options. For something intimate, check book the Mulia villas, each with its own 40sqm hydrotherapy lap pool, day beds and private terrace. Meanwhile, Mulia Resort is comprised of suites up to 140sqm, each with breezy balconies overlooking the white-sand beach; or opt for a room in The Mulia, the property's opulent hotel that comes with a personalised butler service and in-room jacuzzi. 

Across Mulia's grounds, you'll find nine award-winning restaurants, bars and lounges, where you can tuck into local and international cuisines. Then hit pause with a dip in their stunning pools, or take a yoga class at one of Bali's largest gyms or bliss out with a massage.  

Bringing the family on your Bali vacay doesn’t mean you have to miss out on plush digs. In fact, it's a strong contender for one of Bali’s best hotels is family-friendly. Case in point—kids get a batik backpack filled with toys and activities on arrival here, plus it’s home to the Umah Rare kids club complete with a paddling pool, movie nights and art classes. While the kids get creative, parents can grab a meal at one of the many onsite eateries perched on the white sand beach, or unwind with a massage at the Healing Village Spa. Each of the 147 villas comes with ultra comfy beds, a large living space, private pool (another tick for families) and room service. 

Perched on the secluded southern coast of Bali, this haven maximises its tropical setting, located atop a 160-metre cliff, offering sweeping vistas of the beach and ocean below. Indulgence takes various forms here, with a range of options from luxurious hotel-style rooms to private villas on offer. 

Beyond the comfort of your room, the resort beckons with a tempting array of on-site offerings, including restaurants, pools, a rejuvenating spa, and state-of-the-art fitness facilities. The Bulgari experience extends beyond relaxation, offering a spectrum of activities and day excursions. From helicopter flights to holistic activities and curated personal shopping trips, every desire is effortlessly fulfilled by the hotel's dedicated leisure concierge.

It helps that American hip hop musician Michael Franti (along with his wife and business partner Sara Agah Franti), owns Soulshine, an Ubud resort that seamlessly blends wellness and healing with music and good times. Soulshine opened a decade ago but recently received a glow up. The original 16 suites, in typical Balinese styling, ensure the traditionalists keep coming back, while the 17 contemporary suites invite a new era of musically inclined guests.

The new ‘panorama’ suites feature a plush king bed, bathroom and balcony, but they’re also equipped with Marley record players, Marshall speakers and a bespoke vinyl collection. John and Yoko, and Prince peer down from wall frames, and there’s an acoustic guitar for guests to strum. 
The resort also has two yoga shalas, a wellness spa and three swimming pools featuring a novelty waterslide, swings and a diving platform. The Stay Human restaurant serves Balinese and Western dishes, and the open-air Togetherness lounge and bar is often the place for an impromptu performance by Franti himself.  

Hidden deep in the Balinese jungle, the Capella Ubud is the ultimate retreat for those looking to escape from it all. Offering an unparalleled experience, guests will find solace in 22 one-bedroom luxury tents, accessed via a suspension bridge that seamlessly connects to the hotel's communal spaces. Far from ordinary, the “tents” are lavishly decorated, boasting an eclectic mix of furnishings, including grand four-poster beds you'll never want to leave.

The hotel also features a gym, a dreamy tented spa where zen-like massages are on the menu and a shared pool area, however guests can also take advantage of their own private deck and salt-water plunge pools located directly off their rooms. 

Marking the debut of Hoshinoya beyond the borders of Japan, this hotel introduces its distinctive design ethos to the laid-back landscapes of Bali. Hidden away from the well-trodden tourist paths, the hotel exudes a tranquil atmosphere—a welcome escape for those looking for a soul-nourishing getaway. The hotel's 30 villas are set alongside a meandering, canal-like pool, offering a sanctuary for private relaxation or leisurely exploration alongside fellow guests.

The hotel's intimate scale ensures that the attentive staff are readily at your service, catering to every need, from indulgent in-room dining experiences to traditional tea services. 

Find Alila about 15 minutes outside of Ubud, and when you do, thank us for directing you to heaven on earth. This rainforest hotel in Bali is set high above the Ayung River and has been laid out as a Balinese hillside village complete with its very own community centre and pedestrian lanes. 

The rooms here are decked out with king beds and day beds, valley views and open-air bathtubs and showers—the scenes are endless. You can also get around a VW retro safari which traverses the Ubud villages, soak up some reflexology at the Rainforest SPA and load up on crispy suckling pig and locally inspired cocktails a the weekly Spice Market which goes hard from 7pm every Wednesday. 

Majestic Batukaru volcano and Tabanan’s green rice fields feature on Soori Bali’s northern edge, and black sand Pantai Kelating beach and the Indian Ocean mark its southern border. This luxury resort is all the richer for its positioning in a postcard-perfect Balinese landscape.

Designed by owner-architect Soo K. Chan, the property’s 48 villas all have private swimming pools that take advantage of the stunning natural landscapes. The rooms are spacious and stylishly monochrome, combining dark wood finishes and pristine white linens with Balinese artefacts you'll want to replicate at home.  

Get ready to immerse yourself in something different: a mountainous jungle landscape where the chilly air invites all kinds of cooler clime luxuries. Munduk Cabins is a boutique retreat in the eponymously named hilltop town of Munduk in North Bali. It has six well-built cabins, which are beautifully crafted and styled in traditional Indonesian architecture, with teak wood walls and pitched rooflines. Soak up vistas of the leafy jungle surrounds and beyond to the west coast of Bali, where, on a clear blue day, the volcano tops of Java mingle with the clouds. 

The swimming pool—small but sophisticated with recliners around its edge—is one of the best places to take in the views. After a cool-down, warm up in the hot tub or get wrapped in a blanket and sit around the crackling fire pit where marshmallows are served and vino is readily poured.  

An adults-only hotel—what could be better than that? While Buahan: A Banyan Tree Escape might not be a traditional Bali hotel, it’s definitely a place worth shacking up at least once in your life. Tucked into an enchanting jungle next to the small Buahan village, this hotel boasts something called ‘the naked experience’, but before your mind heads straight into the gutter, it means something slightly different. Instead, the hotel sports a no-walls and no-doors design, which makes it feel like you’re really staying amongst the treetops.

Beyond your villa, you have a myriad of activities to fill your day, including moon and aerial silk yoga, guided hikes, foraging sessions and heritage cooking classes. 

Villa Adi is conveniently located in one of the main hubs of Bali’s northeast fishing town of Amed. As you come through town, look for Adi Shop on the street front (which sells a comprehensive range of gourmet produce and western food). Behind it lies a lush tropical garden fringing eleven villas, six of them with private pools. The villas are well-equipped with modern furniture, air-con, soft linen and a daily cleaning service. Our tip? Book the garden villa complete with a big open-air kitchen, outdoor lounge, hammocks and hanging seats perfect for chilling on.

Adi restaurant, with its grass ceiling and wood columns, is conveniently located here too and caters to both Indonesian and Western tastes. Be sure to order the fresh-caught mahi mahi fish grilled on an open flame. 

For an authentic slice of Bali life—minus the crowds but still loaded with creature comforts—check into Mathis Lodge. This hilltop hideaway in Amed, is perched 400m above sea level, affording you vistas of volcanoes, rice fields and the crystal clear ocean (which in this neck of the woods is primed for snorkelling adventures). There are beautiful thatched lodges complete with dreamy canopy beds, fit for all kinds of groups—from families in the private pool lodge, to couples seeking alone time in the jacuzzi lodge. There’s also a free shuttle bus that gives wanderlust-seekers the chance to explore this stunning pocket of Bali. 

Bali expats wanting to escape the touristy southern coastline know to head further west, where concrete is replaced by coconut palms and the real Bali emerges. In the midst of it is Pura Djuma Resort on a big plot of oceanfront with manicured lawn, tropical garden and island paradise villas.

The whole family will be sorted here, with kids sure to love the pool slide and jumping platform, and for the adults, a spa with heavenly outdoor massages awaits. The resort overlooks a flat rock reef, which is fun to explore at low tide as the sun goes down. There’s also a small wave set fit for bodyboarding and a shuttle to access the Medewi surf hub, a 10-minute drive from the resort.