AmankilavsThe Menjangan
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Amankila is the choice of most writers compared to The Menjangan. Amankila comes in at 87 with accolades from 9 publications like Insight Guides, The Telegraph and Travel + Leisure.
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.
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