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Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach ResortvsDesa Seni

Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort ranks marginally higher than Desa Seni, A Village Resort. Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort scores 86 with accolades from 5 publications like Lonely Planet, Forbes Travel Guide and Oyster.

Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
8/10
Lot N5 Nusa Dua Tourism, Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia
From $148/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Star Service Star Service
"Smiling and efficient staff welcome guests with a cold towel and welcome drink, and escort them to reception." Full review
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Avoid those closest to the main lobby, as they offer no view at all.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Making up a part of the resort strip, the Sofitel has a vast pool that meanders past the 415 rooms, some of which have terraces with direct pool access." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Sophisticated family-friendly beach retreat with an enormous pool and a street market–style restaurant." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"This 451-room luxury resort is located in upmarket Nusa Dua, on Bali's south coast." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Balmy ocean breezes wrap around the curved staircase spiraling down to the garden level, and a beautifully sculptured wooden tree of life emerges from the center up to the top of the domed ceiling. " Full review
Desa Seni
8/10
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
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Concierge 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 Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"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 Travel + Leisure
"This eco-compound of antique Indonesian houses is surrounded by palms, tropical landscaping, and brilliant green rice fields." Full review
Fodor's 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 Lonely Planet
"One person described this place as like a hippie Four Seasons, and that's not far from the truth."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"You can't fail to feel calmer after a stay at this magical resort based on a traditional Indonesian village." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-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 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 Frommer's
"The Desa Seni (Artist's Village) is comprised of antique joglos and embellished with royal antiques and charming folk art." Full review

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