Viceroy BalivsAmankila
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Viceroy Bali scores marginally higher than Amankila. Viceroy Bali comes in at 87 with accolades from 6 reviews including Frommer's, Jetsetter and Forbes Travel Guide.
Viceroy Bali
Jln. Lanyahan, Br. Nagi, Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia
From $429/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"The Viceroy has a unique and peaceful position on the slopes of the Pentanu valley near the village of Nagi, though not far from town, and has one of Ubud's best restaurants, CasCades." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The-two tiered entryway to this resort is equal parts lobby and porch, and the design of the space is almost as grand as the views it offers guests." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 25-room Viceroy Bali is a luxury hotel that draws high-end clientele with its tropical setting overlooking Petanu Valley and its convenient helipad." Full review
Jetsetter
"Luxe all-villa resort in Ubud with a jungle backdrop and thatch-roofed villas with private infinity pools." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Viceroy’s infinity pool overlooking the Petanu River gorge is a beautifully inviting entrance to the hotel, and sets the tone." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Viceroy Bali sits perched on a high ridge above Bali’s Valley of the Kings, where shrines and ancient water temples date back to the 8th century." Full review
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Choose to arrive by helicopter if you wish to follow the breathtaking Petanu River Gorge to land at Viceroy’s private helipad.
Michelin Guide
"The style is pure contemporary-luxe Bali, clean lines and sleek surfaces with traditional furnishings and technological touches like 42” LCD televisions and DVD players." 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.