"The Alila Manggis's two coconut-fringed, colonial-style mansions are ideally located for an exploration of the area's gorgeous, rugged coastline and fascinating aboriginal villages."

"The 55-room Alila Manggis is a green property in a remote area with an open-air flow and a good mix of traditional and on-trend design." Full review

"Alila has made a rigorous environmental commitment, buying locally, recycling actively and minimizing energy use — all without compromising the guest experience." Full review

"Set in formal gardens around a large pool, the exemplary Indonesian food and memorable, professionally-led activities make this hotel a good choice, as does its locale, on the rural and authentic east coast of Bali, far from the tourist hotspots of the south." Full review

"Yoga practitioners and nature buffs flock to the rugged, volcanic-sand shore of Alila Manggis, an hour east of touristy Kuta's nightclubs and adjacent to Mount Agung." Full review

"Along Bali’s unspoilt East Coast and in the shade of sacred Mount Agung lies the beautiful Alila Manggis hotel a laid-back luxury hotel serenely set in a coconut grove." Full review

"The Alila Manggis has elegant, white, thatch-roofed buildings in spacious lawn gardens facing a beautiful stretch of secluded beach." Full review

"Four two-story, thatched accommodation blocks are spaced well apart around a large, palm-fringed swimming pool on beachfront lawns...guestrooms are surprisingly sweet and simple " Full review

"It’s difficult to say just what is special about Alila Manggis, as many of its attributes could justifiably be claimed by dozens of other hotels. Bali is not exactly an obscure..." Full review

"If you want a retreat that rejuvenates as it relaxes you look no further than the COMO Shambhala, which calls itself "The Estate" and rightly so." Full review

"The Como group spared no expense on its flagship property, nestled amid jungle greenery outside Ubud—and the results are spectacular."

"This lush private estate employs a small army of life coaches, energy healers, yoga masters, and nutritionists to help guests “make informed life changes.” (." Full review

"With its gorgeous, secluded setting in a tropical rain forest, the five-pearl, 30-room Como Shambhala Estate is a peaceful oasis that attracts travelers seeking a health-conscious getaway." Full review

"Located 2 kilometers away from the nearest paved road, down a lurching side lane, Como Shambala has taken up residence in the former quarters of Begawan Giri Estates." Full review

"The reigning queen of Bali, and a key player globally when it comes to destination spas." Full review

"No matter how tight your muscles or stressed your mind, the wall-to-wall waterfall luxury of the hotel Como Shambhala Estate in Ubud and its decadent spa will straighten you out in now time." Full review

"Lavish health retreat overlooking the most spectacular section of the Ayung River Gorge." Full review

"Tucked away a short distance from Bali’s cultural center of Ubud, COMO Shambhala Estate invites you to take up residence and embrace both luxury and wellness." Full review

"This property reigns as a five-star refuge for luxury travelers seeking to say farewell to stress and hello to spiritual development." Full review