AmankilavsPotato Head Suites
Both Amankila and Katamama are praised by professionals. Overall, Amankila scores slightly better than Katamama. Amankila ranks #12 in Bali with praise from 9 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
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.
Potato Head Suites
Jl. Petitenget no. 51B, Seminyak, Bali 80361, Indonesia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Wallpaper
"A quietly modern space that’s layered with acres of terrazzo, Balinese bricks, teak, and hand-made Javanese tiles." Full review
Jetsetter
"Modernist architecture with plenty of local flavor is the calling card at this Bali-meets-Brooklyn boutique property in upscale Seminyak." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Come for the sand, the sounds and the blistering party scene." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Katamama is little brother to Seminyak favourite Potato Head Beach Club, so you know you’re in safe hands." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Katamama is an upscale boutique hotel with a young, hip vibe that sits just behind the famous Potato Beach Club Resort." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"There are huge windows, lavish seating areas and private terraces and balconies." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"In short, Katamama has it all: luxury, authenticity, and a downright cool vibe." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"An artisanal theme pervades this brick-clad Brutalist boutique hotel that manages to be a quiet respite in the heart of lively Seminyak, from its colorful terrazzo to in-room textiles and woven baskets"
Bali Travel Guide
July 16, 2021