Luxury hotels in some of Bali’s less touristy areas

Munduk Moding Plantation Nature Resort is a luxury retreat set among coffee plantations and the mountains of northern Bali, where the villas and suites feature natural wood, panoramic windows and four-poster beds.Guests can enjoy an infinity pool and a jacuzzi with breathtaking views over rice terraces and mountains, unwind at the spa with massages and body treatments, and more active travellers can go cycling or horse riding.

On site, there are restaurants serving Indonesian, Balinese and European cuisine, and Buyan and Tamblingan Lakes as well as Munduk Waterfall are just minutes away, making this stay a perfect mix of nature, comfort and privacy.

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Samanvaya Luxury Resort & Spa in Sidemen is a secluded oasis among lush rice terraces and the mountains of eastern Bali, where each villa is designed with great attention to detail and opens up stunning panoramic views.

Guests can relax in private pools, enjoy treatments at the spa centre with massages and body rituals, and those who prefer something more active can go hiking, do yoga or join cooking classes.

The resort’s restaurants serve refined Balinese, Indonesian and international cuisine, and the peaceful atmosphere and distance from the main tourist routes make it an ideal mix of luxury, nature and a complete reset in total privacy.

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Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape is an exclusive resort in the scenic town of Payangan, surrounded by lush jungle and mountains. Guests can enjoy free bikes, an outdoor pool, a well-kept garden, shared lounge areas and a terrace, as well as a restaurant and bar with panoramic views.

The resort is just 17 km from well-known sights such as the Neka Art Museum and the Tegallalang rice terraces, making it a great base for trips and walks. All rooms are designed with comfort and privacy in mind and include a seating area, air conditioning, a desk, and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

The windows offer mountain views, and the rooms have a calm, nature-connected feel. Each morning, guests can choose a buffet breakfast, a continental breakfast, or breakfast from the menu, while the range of activities around the resort, including cycling and excursions, helps make the stay as varied as possible.

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Munduk Heaven Luxury Villas is a secluded resort in northern Bali, surrounded by green mountains and rice terraces. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, a garden, relaxation terraces and shared areas with stunning views, as well as spa services and a range of outdoor activities.

The villas and suites are designed for comfort and include spacious living areas, air conditioning, comfortable beds, a desk, and a private bathroom with a shower and a terrazzo bathtub, plus panoramic windows with views of the mountains and jungle.

Each morning, a buffet breakfast or à la carte breakfast is served, and the staff are always ready to help with excursions and leisure plans, ensuring a carefree stay in harmony with nature.

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Munduk Tentrem is a luxury resort in northern Bali, surrounded by mountains, jungle and rice terraces.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, a spa centre with massages and treatments, relaxation terraces, a well-kept garden and areas for outdoor walks.

Rooms are designed to feel comfortable and cosy, with spacious living areas, air conditioning, comfortable beds, a desk, and a private bathroom with a shower and a terrazzo bathtub, while the windows look out onto beautiful jungle and mountain views.

Each morning, a buffet breakfast or à la carte breakfast is served, and the attentive staff can help with excursions and activities, ensuring a balanced and relaxing stay.

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Taman Swarga Villa Resort & Spa in Sidemen is a secluded resort set among scenic rice terraces and the mountains of eastern Bali.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, a spa centre with massages and wellness treatments, a well-kept garden, relaxation terraces and walking areas, as well as a restaurant serving local and international cuisine.

The villas are designed with comfort and privacy in mind, with spacious living areas, air conditioning, comfortable beds, a desk, and a private bathroom with a shower and a terrazzo bathtub, while the windows look out over the mountains and rice fields.

Each morning, a buffet breakfast or à la carte breakfast is served, and the attentive staff help with excursions and activities, ensuring a balanced and relaxing stay.

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Adab Sidemen Resort is a secluded resort in the picturesque Sidemen area, surrounded by green rice terraces and the mountains of eastern Bali.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool with nature views, a well-kept garden, relaxation terraces and walking areas, as well as a restaurant serving Indonesian and international dishes.

Rooms are designed for comfort with attention to detail and include spacious living areas, air conditioning, comfortable beds, a desk, and a private bathroom with a shower, while the windows offer mesmerising views of the mountains and rice fields.

Each morning, a buffet breakfast or à la carte breakfast is served, and the staff are always happy to help with excursions and leisure plans, ensuring a carefree and balanced stay.

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Devani Resort Sidemen is a luxury resort in the heart of Sidemen, surrounded by green rice terraces and scenic mountains in eastern Bali.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool with nature views, a well-kept garden, relaxation terraces, spa services and walking areas, while the restaurant serves Indonesian and international cuisine.

Rooms are designed with comfort and privacy in mind, featuring spacious living areas, air conditioning, comfortable beds, a desk, and a private bathroom with a shower, with stunning views of the mountains and rice fields from the windows. Each morning, a buffet breakfast or à la carte breakfast is served, and the attentive staff help with excursions and activities, creating a balanced and relaxing stay.

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Munduk Clove Resort is a cosy and secluded resort in northern Bali, surrounded by jungle, mountains and rice terraces.

Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool with nature views, a spa centre with massages and treatments, a well-kept garden, relaxation terraces and walking areas, plus a restaurant serving local and international cuisine.

Rooms are designed for comfort with attention to detail and include spacious living areas, air conditioning, comfortable beds, a desk, and a private bathroom with a shower, while the windows offer beautiful views of the mountains and jungle. Each morning, a buffet breakfast or à la carte breakfast is served, and the staff are always ready to help with excursions and activities, ensuring a balanced and relaxing stay.

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Munduk Heaven Luxury Villas is an upscale resort hotel in Munduk, offering guests luxury villas with modern amenities, including a fridge, minibar, kettle and air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom with toiletries, a hairdryer and slippers.

On site, guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, a scenic garden, a spacious terrace and a restaurant, and for convenience there are airport transfers to/from Ngurah Rai International Airport (79 km) and car hire; a key advantage of the hotel is its high 8.8 rating among families with children, which confirms its good location and comfortable conditions for a family holiday.

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