Seminyak Hotels
The majority of the Seminyak hotels are situated on the seafront with exceptional views of the ocean and paddy fields; the landscape gradually changes into a more tropical country area as you head a little further north and start to enter Kerobokan. For families, couples and other tourists looking for a place to stay in Bali that is not your average tourist resort then Seminyak is the area to look for a hotel.
There are various types of accommodation available to you when staying in Seminyak, not only hotels but traditionally built villas. The rates for places in Seminyak that you are going to find here will not include cheap, budget hotels. The services and quality are of an exceptionally high standard and the tariffs reflect that. All Seminyak hotels will provide you with a very personal service, and will offer you only the best that Bali has to offer.
A hotel room will always provide you with a breathtaking view of some aspect of the island, whether it is the ocean or the tropical surroundings. All hotels will have their own restaurants for your dining needs and at least one bar for you to relax in. 24 hour room service will be standard and the rooms themselves will be very well equipped and beautifully designed. Seminyak villas may be built out of traditional materials on the outside, but inside they will have all that you would expect from an up market holiday resort, cozy with home comforts that are very modern to make your stay as relaxing and pleasurable as possible. If you opt for a private villa, you will have access to a private beach, without the large crowds associated with places like Kuta. A private swimming pool will be set amongst the beautifully kept tropical gardens. There are always common lounges where you can mingle with other guests and enjoy other views of the island.
If you travel north from Kuta you will find Seminyak which is a more refined area of Kuta. Seminyak is a more sophisticated holiday destination in Bali, and is geared towards the couple and family tourists. You will find this district of Kuta much quieter and laid back. There are no groups of young people hanging around drinking and making a nuisance of themselves. That said staying in one of the Seminyak hotels is not boring, there is plenty of entertainment on offer, but is more refined and intimate. Accommodation is commonly mid to top end and although it is a lot more pricey that the bargain hotels of South Kuta, the rates are extremely reasonable for the service and quality that you receive as a tourist.
Bali has created a wonderful tourism industry over the years and realizes that there are many different standards that various tourists are looking for. The island is dotted with accommodation for all budgets, and the different areas have been separated to ensure that each tourist’s particular need is catered for.
Recommended Hotels in Seminyak
Dusun
The Dusun is a boutique hotel offering 14 exquisite private villas, conveniently located in the Petitenget area of Bali’s stunning southwest shore just a few minutes’ strolls from the beach. The Dusun’s unique design artfully blends both modern and traditional elements offering you the warmth and charm of Bali plus all the comforts of home, Thatched roofs, stone carvings, fine san stone materials, antique batik stamp art pieces and soft structural lines are featured throughout. Enter your villa through an exclusive entrance leading to our private swimming pool and lush tropical garden carefully designed to ensure your comfort and privacy.
Jl. KAYU JATI NO 8, PETITENGET, SEMINYAK
Tel: 62 361 734000
Kembali Bali Villas
Located in the Oberoi area of Seminyak, Kembali Bali villas are well situated. The luxury yet private Kembali Bali villas are in the area that hosts Bali’s most popular restaurants, shopping and club entertainment. Within walking distance to the renowned “Ku De Ta” restaurant and an easy walk just minutes away from Seminyak beach.
Jalan Sari Dewi No. 14A Seminyak
Tel: 62 361 737300
Fax: 62 361 737299
Grand Avenue Boutique Villas and Spa
Grand Avenue Boutique Villas and Spa is a luxury villa providing a majestic experience of luxury living in Bali. Our private pool villas featuring truly stylish design and convenient ambiance are suited to both holiday and honeymoon villas. Our presence is to offer a touch of refined luxury amongst the Bali villa properties. In our brand name, the word “avenue” is taken from an English vocabulary meaning a broad road or path, especially one lined with trees. From this sense, we capture two keywords, broad and trees. Both are used to represent the philosophy of our properties, namely combining the comfort and quality in nature. Meanwhile, the word “grand” is intended to ensure a fashionable well-being of our property and service.
Jalan Bumbak No. 22, Kerobokan
Tel: 62-361-847 5555
Fax: 62-361-847 5556
Disini Luxury Spa Villas
The Disini Luxury Spa Villas is an exceptional 5 Star quality boutique villa resort nestled within the opulent lifestyle area of Seminyak, Bali. Located minutes from Seminyak’s Sunset Beach, with ample high fashion boutiques, art galleries, and world class dining venues within walking distance, your stay with us will surely be an enjoyable and memorable one.
Jl. Mertasari 28, Seminyak,
Tel: 62 361 737537
Fax: 62 361 737538
Activities in Seminyak
Seminyak does not have many of the recreational facilities that nearby Kuta offers and you would need to drive for about 15 minutes if you wanted a round of golf. This keeps the area more peaceful and relaxed and if you desperately want to do some ten pin bowling then you don’t have far to travel. If you want to hire a car, visit Kuta car rental for cars or Amerthanda if you prefer riding on a motorcycle.
There is an international standard golf course right in South Kuta for you to enjoy. Unfortunately to date, there is no website to visit, but if you email them they will reply very quickly. The course is open from 06:00 am to 10:00 pm. info@southkutabeachbali.com to let you play when the heat of the day is a lot less.
Waterbom Park
Waterbom is a massive water park and is landscaped with tropical vegetation that gives you the feeling of being in Bali’s natural environment. This is a great way to spend the day and keep the kids entertained for hours. All the slides are built to strict international safety standards, so there is no need to worry as they are maintained regularly. Whether you are looking for a thrilling exiting day or just want to relax while the kids go mad, Waterbom Park is an oasis in paradise that you need to visit.
Bali Slingshot
Bali Slingshot is not for the fainthearted. This is an attraction that has been built and is managed by an Australian company. The whole idea is to get strapped in and get shot out 52 meters into the air at a massive 5 G’s. The whole thing lasts about 1 second, but seems like a lifetime, this is an awesome experience.
One experience that Seminyak does have to offer is the many spas that are close by. For that pampered feeling and to get all the stress out visit some of these spas. Bali has always been known for a place that offers excellent massages to rejuvenate the body and mind and price wise they are very reasonable. Two spas that offer excellent service and are situated in Seminyak are the:
Jari Menari
Jari Menari, translates to ‘Dancing Fingers’, which describes
the flow of our fingers during this wonderfully effective massage. The Massage and Training Center opened in August 2001. The professionally trained, all male staff is known for massage sessions that offer strong, firm, consistent pressure and our Guests become frequent visitors.
Raya Basankasa, #47
Tel: 62 361 736 740
Murano Spa
Reflexology
Enjoy our rejuvenating treatment which stimulates the blood circulation in your feet and releases pressure to aid in the recovery from fatigue. This therapy is the best prescription to prevent illness, keep fit and stay in good health.
Traditional Balinese Massage
Enjoy a relaxing Deep Tissue massage with Sandalwood or Frangipani mint oil to relieve pain, tension and improve blood circulation.
Green Tea (1.5 hrs)
Enjoy a traditional massage with Sandalwood or Frangipani mint oil, followed by a natural green tea body scrub, then refresh with yoghurt and honey moisturizer. Finally, immerse yourself in a bath of delicately scented flowers.
Jl. Dewi Saraswati (kunti II), Seminyak
Tel: 62 361 738 140 and 62 361 738 139
Booking a place to in one of the Seminyak hotels is fairly easy as most of the resorts and hotels in the area have their own website that you can book through. Most visitors will come to Bali and stay through the dry season, April to September. However there are tons of people who still come during the rainy season October to March as the annual temperature is a constant 30°C.
Most of the resorts in Seminyak are exclusive and have different views and facilities on offer, if this is your first visit I am sure that any hotel or villa will provide you with more than you would expect. Always book in advance to make sure that the place you want to stay at has room for you and you don’t end up staying in a hotel not to your liking.
The popular credit cards are accepted as a means of online booking and should not be a problem for you. Once you have completed your online booking always make sure that you receive a confirmation email and the amount that you paid is the amount that was deducted from your card. Not that these hotels would cheat you intentionally, mistakes do happen.
Depending on how early you book your trip, two to three weeks before leaving, check with the hotel again to make sure that everything is in order and that the room you chose is still available and booked under your name. Being a quite secluded area there is not much that you need to be wary of in Seminyak. The majority of Seminyak hotels have their own security and the area is known as being safe.Do take care of your valuables, this is not only your jewelry and money, but most important your passport. The hotels in Seminyak will have safes that you can store your valuables; pay the extra to make sure your holiday is not spoiled by loosing something as important as your passport or credit cards.
Beware of the monkeys, they are all over Bali and will snatch anything that is hanging lose and easy to grab including your glasses. If they do happen to snatch something make sure that they are not sitting next to a cliff and throw down some food. The monkeys will drop your item and go after the food. Even though most tourists are warned far too many don’t listen and end up losing things, sometimes even expensive jewelry.