AmandarivsAmankila
Amandari and Amankila are both rated highly by expert writers. Overall, Amandari ranks significantly better than Amankila. Amandari comes in at #2 in Bali with approval from 11 publications such as Hideaway Report, Concierge and Lonely Planet.
Amandari Show All Reviews
Jalan Raya Kedewatan, Kedewatan, Bali 80571, Indonesia
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"Built within Kedewatan village, the Amandari manages to balance sensitivity and opulence with its unique integration of resort and community." Full review
Lonely Planet
"In Kedewatan village, the storied Amandari does everything with charm and grace – sort of like a classical Balinese dancer." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"In true Aman form, this luxurious hideaway displays an unwavering commitment to seclusion and romance from its perch high above the Ayung River gorge on the outskirts of Ubud." Full review
Concierge
"If you want a sense of how life is lived in a typical Balinese village, Amandari purports to provide it."
Star Service
"This property is located 3 kilometers east of town, 24 kilometers north of Denpasar and 40 kilometers northeast of the airport." Full review
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Phones, dedicated modem lines, free Wi-Fi, iPod docks, minibars, safes, robes and slippers are in place, but TVs are absent (they can be delivered upon request).
Gayot
"This thirty-suite property is located in central Bali where rice terraces and the roaring Ayung River converge, along with the artistic elements of the town of Ubud."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Views of the rice terraces of the Ayung River Gorge are part of the magic at this "beautiful property" designed as a Balinese village, whose name translates to "peaceful spirits."" Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Set within the lush green grounds, overlooking the Ayung River, are a selection of simple yet sophisticated villas." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Bali hotel Amandari acts as an authentic village by connecting locals walking across the grounds with visting guests. Plenty of luxury is on offer though." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Exquisite sanctuary overlooking the Ayung River Gorge near the artists’ village of Ubud." Full review
Amankila
Manggis, PO Box 33, Manggis, Bali 80871, Indonesia
From $950/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge
"This resort, with its series of interlocking, terraced buildings set right into a cliff side, takes full advantage of its setting above the Lombok Strait."
Insight Guides
"The most impressive of Bali’s three Aman resorts, it is built on the side of a cliff and extends to the sea below."
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The beach is accessed by a flight of steep stairs (or ask for a buggy to take you there).
Lonely Planet
"One of Bali's best resorts, the Amankila is perched along the jutting cliffs." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Even Aman junkies will admit that this extraordinary resort, perched above the dramatic Lombok Strait on Bali's forested east coast, raises the bar for the hotel group." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"With a perfect-scoring location in eastern Bali right on the Lombok Strait, "this beautiful resort is very much in touch with its community."" Full review
Gayot
"Signature, sophisticated Aman architecture provides a luxurious home base for unique island escapes."
The Telegraph
8.0
"One of Bali’s longest established luxury resorts, Amankila stands sentry on a hillside overlooking the Lombok Strait on the east coast of Bali." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Enchanting beachside resort descending a tropical hillside above the Badung Strait." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Amankila, a luxury hotel in eastern Bali, is one of three Aman Resorts properties on the island." Full review
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Be it a personal snorkeling session or a private dinner on the beach, the crew ensures any request can be arranged at the drop of a hat.