cuisine such as Lombok-style grilled
opportunities to tune up your wellness,
spring chicken, Kalimantan-style sambal
and was a particular hit with my family.
prawns and Sumatran-style braised beef. Located on the upper cliff, it’s ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying a special dinner. If you’re curious about the flavours and subtleties of Indonesian cuisine there’s Culinary Cave, a gourmet learning centre where you can receive hands-on instructions from one of Bejana’s skilled chefs.
Speaking of families, a special mention must go to Ritz Kids. It’s the resort’s child-focused activity programme that feeds their sense of wonder and satisfies their appetite for fun. Young guests have the chance to explore storytelling, nature and the unique Balinese culture, with its amazing dance, music and performance aspects. Other
Other restaurants on-site include The
days might be taken up with a trip to a
Beach Grill, where fresh seafood is the
coral reef or a forest expedition. Children
starring attraction, and Breezes Tapas
love it – and so do their parents.
Lounge for cocktails and light bites beside the pool. If you enjoy Japanese cuisine, Raku serves the freshest, most toothsome sashimi you can imagine. To start the day, exquisite selections of buffet breakfast are available at Senses.
The Ritz-Carlton Bali at a glance
There is no shortage of luxury properties vying for the tourist dollar on Bali these days, and you’ll find quite a few in the Nusa Dua area. In my opinion, The Ritz-Carlton, Bali deserves its place in the top tier. By designing a resort that
The resort’s signature spa was another
makes the most of its spectacular setting,
highlight of our stay. Set in lush Balinese
and then imbuing it with the highest
gardens, The Ritz-Carlton Spa blends
standards of service, The Ritz-Carlton
the finest qualities of indigenous natural
provides a uniquely luxurious escape
ingredients from the Indian Ocean with
from the modern world. It should be on
ancient Balinese methods and modern
every shortlist of outstanding hotels in
techniques to offer a distinctive wellness
a location where the competition is very
experience. The hydro pool offers more
stiff indeed.
The Ritz-Carlton Suite Lagoon Access
Category: Luxury Island Resort. Suite reviewed: The Ritz-Carlton Suite Lagoon Access. What’s great: Very new property and all suites are spacious and beautifully appointed. Great pool and numerous food and beverage options. What’s not so great: Beach is a little tidal and construction of property next door can hinder the view from some rooms. Editor’s tip: Make sure you pay extra for a Lagoon Access Suite – well-worth the extra cost. Also request a location close to the beach and pool as it is a large resort. Rate: From NZ$595 to NZ$1176 per night for a Ritz-Carlton Suite Lagoon Access. Website: www.ritzcarlton.com/bali
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