Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach ResortvsHanging Gardens of Bali
Both Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort and Hanging Gardens of Bali are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Hanging Gardens of Bali is the choice of most professionals compared to Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. Hanging Gardens of Bali comes in at 89 with positive reviews from 8 publications including Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
Lot N5 Nusa Dua Tourism, Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia
From $148/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
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
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
"Sophisticated family-friendly beach retreat with an enormous pool and a street market–style restaurant." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This 451-room luxury resort is located in upmarket Nusa Dua, on Bali's south coast." Full review
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.
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Hanging Gardens of Bali
Desa Buahan Desa Pavangan, Payangan, Bali 80571, Indonesia
From $536/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure
"Pansea opened Ubud Hanging Gardens in the Summer of 2005, in a dramatic Ayung River gorge." Full review
Star Service
"This centrally located property is designed to appeal to visitors looking for Ubud proximity (thanks to a regularly provided complimentary shuttle) and authentic elegance." Full review
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There is no formal meeting space, but groups can block off a section of the cafe if they so choose.
Frommer's
"It's all beautifully camouflaged amongst a natural rainforest preserve and landscaped tropical grounds, and mercifully all steep levels are serviced by two funiculars." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This five-pearl resort is best known for its breathtaking main pool, which sits dramatically over jungle treetops and offers gorgeous vistas of the gorge below." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Yes, it's that pool. Impossibly suspended and tumbling in tiers down through the rainforest, the infinity pools at Hanging Gardens Ubud may be enough to make you book a stay here." Full review
Jetsetter
"Hillside hideaway overlooking Bali's Ayung River Gorge, with infinity plunge pools in every villa." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Overlooking the Ayung River, the luxurious Hanging Gardens Ubud offers villas with a private infinity-edged pool. Its 5-star facilities include a spa, 3 dining options and free internet." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A slightly dated but still impressive hotel set deep in a green valley, with iconic swimming pools and spectacular views, a riverside spa and Indonesian and Western restaurants." Full review