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AmankilavsConrad Bali
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Amankila scores marginally better than Conrad Bali. Amankila comes in at 87 with positive reviews from 9 publications such as Lonely Planet, Hideaway Report and Insight Guides.
Amankila
Concierge
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Gayot
The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Forbes Travel Guide
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 Telegraph8.0
"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 Report94.0
"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.
Conrad Bali Concierge Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Oyster Lonely Planet Forbes Travel Guide
Jetsetter Condé Nast Traveler
Jalan Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa, Bali 80363, Indonesia
From $166/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "This refreshingly low-key resort on the island's southeastern coast is easily the most family-friendly on the island."
Travel + Leisure "The most family-friendly of Bali’s resorts, the Conrad has over 1,000 feet of pristine beach fronting a calm, child-safe lagoon." Full review
Star Service "Located 10 kilometers from Ngurah Rai airport, the Conrad Bali follows Balinese traditional religious practices in the making of daily offerings and recognition of local holidays and celebrations." Full review
OysterUpscale
"An upscale property situated right on the beach in Nusa Dua. There's not much within walking distance, but the hotel offers plenty to do." Full review
Lonely Planet "Tanjung Benoa's flashiest hotel combines a modern Bali look with a refreshing, casual style." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Conrad Bali has a picture-perfect sandy beachfront as pure as Bali itself." Full review
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The Dining
There are five restaurants to choose from at Conrad Bali, but the closest one to the beach is the steak-and-seafood-focused Eight Degrees South, which features ocean breezes flowing through the open doors and windows.
Jetsetter "Large, family-friendly luxury resort maximizes its swath of sand with a mega roster of activities." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"In a departure from the island’s trend toward over-the-top fantasy villas, the 353 rooms at the Conrad are downright tasteful—spacious and comfortable, with authentic Indonesian accents." Full review
