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Bambu IndahvsDesa Seni
Bambu Indah and Desa Seni, A Village Resort are both rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Bambu Indah ranks slightly higher than Desa Seni, A Village Resort. Bambu Indah has a TripExpert Score of 87 with approval from 7 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Concierge and Frommer's.
Bambu Indah
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent Travel + Leisure
The Wall Street Journal
Banjar Baung, Sayan, Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Savvy travelers with an environmental bent will think they have died and gone to heaven." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Several outbuildings create a timeless village with underpinnings of luxury." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Guests can swim in the natural pool, walk in the surrounding rice paddies, and dine by candlelight at the Ayung River’s edge." Full review
Concierge "The four hand-carved wooden houses transported from Java, each more than 100 years old, are set amid rice fields on the Sayan Ridge, an ethereal Eden near Ubud."
Condé Nast Traveler "The four hand-carved wooden houses transported from Java, each more than 100 years old, are set amid rice fields on the Sayan Ridge, an ethereal Eden near Ubud." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 11-room Bambu Indah is a sustainable, upper-mid-range bamboo oasis that blends into the Indonesian jungle setting from its location above rice paddies and the Ayung River." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This is the consummate south-east Asian eco-retreat; small, scenic, and almost entirely sustainable." Full review
Independent "Each of the villas is different, reflecting Indonesia’s diverse architecture...the hotel also has a natural river pool filtered with algae and an excellent restaurant.
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Travel + Leisure "Earth-friendly to its core, from the striking sustainable bamboo architecture to the permaculture farm–to-table food, this eco-luxury resort that tumbles artfully down to natural swimming pools by the river is home to enlightening experiences and design"
Bali Travel Guide
July 16, 2021
The Wall Street Journal "Pitched up along the Ayung River in the depths of Ubud’s jungle, this eco-conscious resort is a whimsical collection of tropical dwellings made from swirling bamboo and antique teak"
A Locals’ Guide to Bali, Beyond the Tourist Crowds
January 10, 2024
Desa Seni Concierge Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
Fodor's Lonely Planet The Telegraph Oyster Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
Jl. Kayu Putih #13, Pantai Berawa, Canggu, Bali 80361, Indonesia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "A short drive from Seminyak along winding back roads, Desa Seni is a change from the synthetic perfection of most resorts in Bali."
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"A short drive from Seminyak along Bali’s winding back roads, Desa Seni is a change from the synthetic perfection of most resorts in Bali." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This eco-compound of antique Indonesian houses is surrounded by palms, tropical landscaping, and brilliant green rice fields." Full review
Fodor's "Wellness treatments and holistic living are the big draw at Desa Seni, but even if you spurn crystal spiritual detoxification you can enjoy its serenity and style." Full review
Lonely Planet "One person described this place as like a hippie Four Seasons, and that's not far from the truth."
The Telegraph9.0
"You can't fail to feel calmer after a stay at this magical resort based on a traditional Indonesian village." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Desa Seni is a three-and-a-half-pearl boutique hotel in Canggu, less than a 10-minute walk from Batu Belig Beach and a 15-minute drive from Petitenget." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "What’s the vibe at this spa?
With a name that means "village of art" in Bahasa Indonesian, Desa Seni is a delight" Full review
Frommer's "The Desa Seni (Artist's Village) is comprised of antique joglos and embellished with royal antiques and charming folk art." Full review
