The MenjanganvsAlila Ubud
Both properties are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Alila Ubud ranks slightly better than The Menjangan. Alila Ubud ranks #13 in Bali with recommendations from 7 sources such as Jetsetter, Star Service and Mr & Mrs Smith.
The Menjangan
Jl. Raya Gilimanuk, Singaraja Km. 17 | Taman Nasional Bali Barat, West Bali National Park, Bali 81155, Indonesia
From $114/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"If you want to see what Bali was like before the tourists (or, really, anyone) took over, Menjangan Resort is the place."
Jetsetter
"When you stay at The Menjangan in Pejarakan, you'll be within the vicinity of Bali Barat National Park. This 4-star resort is within the region of Macro Bali Divecenter and Reef Seen Turtle Hatchery." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Just within the buffer zone of Bali Barat National Park, this five-star resort is the perfect spot for those wanting to see both sides of the national park." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Menjangan is a 22-room upscale property in Bali Barat National Park on the northwest coast of Bali." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Located within the boundary of West Bali National Park, The Menjangan is a beautiful, tucked-away luxury resort that is far from Bali’s regular tourist track." Full review
Alila Ubud
Desa Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, Bali 80572, Indonesia
From $98/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Alila has a beautiful campus with some very mature and elegant gardens as a part of its lovely landscape." Full review
Jetsetter
"Experience Bali’s inland side at Alila Ubud, the jungle antidote to the countless (and often generic) resorts that line the island’s coast. A 15-minute drive from Ubud, Bali’s cultural..." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Near Payangan, the Alila offers great views and modern luxury amid rural tranquillity." Full review
Star Service
"Set in the Balinese hillside village of Payangan, this hotel has made sweeping efforts to minimize its environmental impact and aid the surrounding community in the process." Full review
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Note that there are a lot of steps to get around the property and those with limited mobility should request a room closest to the pool.
Oyster
Luxury
"Located in the lush Ayung River valley rainforest, the 68-room property offers luxury and serenity in equal measure, and its intimate feel makes it a particularly good choice for couples." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Alila Ubud is a luxurious – but excellent-value – hotel with positively inebriating views of the Ayung River, and an infinity pool overlooking the valley." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"With a cliff-hugging infinity pool and acclaimed dining, you won’t be roughing it at this Bali-based boutique retreat." Full review