NIhi Sumba voted best hotel for two consecutive years/jean

Nihi Sumba Island (formerly Nihiwatu) resort in West Sumba regency, East Nusa Tenggara, was named the 2017 World�s Best Hotel by Travel+Leisure magazine readers. Announced on Tuesday, the luxury property has won the award for two consecutive years.

In the annual reader survey, properties around the world were rated on their facilities, location, service, food and overall value.

During a press conference, Tourism Minister Arief Yahya said that Nihi Sumba Island won the award likely because of its overall value as the property helped to develop the local community and environment through its eco-friendly concept.

�Nihi Sumba Island could be considered [an example of] sustainable tourism development,� Arief said.

West Sumba Development Planning Board (Bappeda) head Aloysius Seran expressed appreciation for the award, saying it helped to introduce travelers to West Sumba regency. He said that, previously, the island was frequently mistaken for Sumbawa.

However, Aloysius also addressed that the area needed to be developed, particularly in infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, clean water and electricity.

�[State-owned electricity firm] PLN only supplied electricity to Nihi Sumba Island at certain hours,� he said, noting that the luxury property relied on an electric generator.

Meanwhile, Nihi Sumba Island managing partner James McBride said he wanted to see more direct flights to Sumba Island.

�Currently, other than [travelers] coming from Singapore, travelers need to spend the night in Bali [before heading to Sumba Island],� he said. (JakartaPost)

Photo sources: Instagram Nihiwatu

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach/jean

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. Set in trendy Seminyak, Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach is a beachfront property with four outdoor swimming pools and six restaurants. Guests can request pampering massages at the spa centre or work out at the fitness centre that opens 24 hours.

Rooms at Hotel Indigo Bali are fitted with air conditioning, a minibar and a coffee machine. The villas boasts a private pool, while the suites are equipped with a bathtub. All units come with a daybed in the balcony or patio and complete amenities in the en suite bathroom.

Free use of bicycles is available at this resort and the staff can also arrange car hire. The area is popular for surfing and guests can find an array of shops, restaurants and cafes in the surrounding area.

The Seminyak Village Shopping Mall is 1.3 km from Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach, while Petitenget Temple is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ngurah Rai International Airport, 5 km from Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach.

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Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 7 Jun 2017.
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Address: Jalan Camplung Tanduk No.10 , 80361 Seminyak, Indonesia � Show map
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The first Hotel Indigo in a resort location opens on Bali�s Seminyak Beach/jean

Bali's most lively and storied village is welcoming the world's most neighbourhood-centric brand in July 2017, with the opening of Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach. In a village that captures the ancient and modern zeitgeist of Bali in all its colour, energy and lively tradition, curious travellers are the new savvy individualists.

As a destination, Bali has always delighted guests with its ability to embrace the modern and traditional with a stylish and youthful zest � and nowhere is this more apparent than in Seminyak, a neighbourhood where the ocean breeze blends a fusion of village gamelan and modern house music. And indeed where in every direction, the visitor can trace the neighbourhood's story of a Cultural Journey � exploring its local communities and temples, where ceremonies and craft work retain the same daily rituals that connect you back to the heritage of the 15th century.

The new 289-room hotel gracing Seminyak's Mesari Beach draws inspiration from the flavours, culture and character of its surrounding local neighbourhood, the vibrant and lively Seminyak district � and Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach promises an authentic fusion of enchanting Balinese culture and contemporary creativity. Extending across 4.7 hectares of lush, landscaped grounds, including exotic plantings and beautiful vertical gardens, the hotel fronts the southern stretch of Seminyak. Here, the best of modern and traditional Balinese design are seamlessly integrated, reflecting the surrounding Seminyak neighbourhood, from its fashion boutiques and world-famous restaurants to its artisanal craftsmanship and architecture.

The 270 spacious rooms and suites are appointed with a mix of locally influenced design touches. Every guestroom is fitted with daybeds, plush bedding, spa-inspired bathrooms and state-of-the-art features. In addition, there are 19 villas with private outdoor swimming pools, whirlpools and marble bathrooms � all inspired by the Tri Hita Karana philosophy (one's relationship with Gods, living beings and the earth), and showcasing a clever juxtaposition of contemporary design and ancient tradition. Each villa is planned like a Balinese house, consisting of three main areas: Nista Mandala, a space for residents to embrace the Gods; Madya Mandala, a space to be at one with nature; and Utama Mandala a space for interpersonal relations.

Guillaume Epinette, General Manager of Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach, says: "Seminyak is a melting pot, enriched with a diverse culture and lifestyle that merges all the wonderful things Bali is known for. Our inspiration has been to weave the flavours of Seminyak into our hotel, not only with our design but throughout the whole experience. The result is a design-led property that reflects the changing tastes of today's affluent travellers � who not only aspire to enjoy a relaxing escape, but also crave new inspiration. We're certain that every fascinating detail on their journey of discovery through fashionable Seminyak neighbourhood will deliver that."

Welcoming guests at Hotel Indigo is the expansive lobby space, dubbed the Neighbourhood Gallery. A Balinese Subak-inspired wall structure, accents of verdant foliage, unique outdoor artworks by local artists and water fountains symbolise the tranquillity of Seminyak and impart a soothing arrival experience. Signature geometric lines that decorate the hotel at entrances and on canopies and walls are the creative interpretation of the traditional Balinese weaving textile, Tenun Songket.

There are seven lifestyle dining offerings at Hotel Indigo, with a destination to suit every moment and temptation of the day or night, all helmed by the hotel's Executive Chef Mads Wolff.
 
Makase is the hotel's neighbourhood cafe, contemporary yet casual with an open kitchen serving colourful local flavours for breakfast and dinner. Pottery Cafe is open all day with a finely curated collection of local specialty coffees, teas and chocolates, alongside freshly-made pastries. It is also set as one of a kind outlets with its own coffee roasting machine and Pottery-making workshop by local ceramic artisan. Organic artisan bar by day and speakeasy cocktail bar by night, the Tree Bar offers healthy and bespoke refreshments within a gorgeously verdant space. By the hotel's main pool is the Cave Pool Lounge, which serves cool drinks, scrumptious light bites and refreshing sweet treats such as rolled ice cream and fresh sugarcane juice. Salon Bali is the signature dining restaurant of Hotel Indigo, an intimate space with a rustic design aesthetic where refined Balinese cuisine featuring the island's traditional delicacy � babi guling, or suckling pig � is served as part of an 8- or 12-course menu. Located beside the pristine white sand beach is SugarSand set to become Seminyak's hottest new beachfront bar and restaurant in Q4 this year with space for more than 400 beach enthusiasts.
Leisure facilities for guests range from local cultural explorations to body and mind wellness. The hotel's Sava Spa offers treatments and traditional Balinese massages using Sava Spa's locally-sourced natural spa products with active ingredients. The Spa also features 10 treatment rooms, a Relaxation Lounge, a Reflexology Lounge, a Nail Beauty Lounge and a 24-hour Health Club with wellness programs and state of the art fitness equipment such as yoga space, power stretching, weight-lifting, martial arts and TRX. (Traveldailynewsasia)

 

Iconic Four Seasons Bali Jimbaran Bay reopens/jean

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay has reasserted its peerless status with the completion of a two-year renovation, launching Bali�s most exclusive beachfront villas and upgrading facilities and services across the resort.

The freshly-minted Imperial and Royal Villas complete the dramatic transformation of the resort�s entire accommodations while preserving the authentic ambience of its original Balinese village architecture. Divided into seven �village squares� each with a village chief to deliver a Four Seasons experience, 147 pool villas are cocooned within the high walls of traditional Balinese dwellings. Inside, they present a fresh, contemporary design, spacious interiors and the ultimate views across the sunset coast and curving Jimbaran Bay. Located just steps from a tranquil three-mile beach, the three-bedroom, two-storey Imperial Villa is the most coveted of sanctuaries featuring multi-level living spaces, residential-style kitchen and dining area, infinity pool, fitness studio, and unique in-villa services such as private breakfast chef, personal trainer and yoga master, night-time spa rituals and Balinese royal banquets. The Imperial Villa�s individual design also offers a stunning ocean-edge venue to host private celebrations and weddings for up to 80 people.

�Being one of the first resorts on the island, we were able to secure the best location with the combination of both cliff and beachfront land, and views across Jimbaran Bay�s fishing village. It also means that we have had years of guest feedback to learn from, to perfect our offering,� said general manager Uday Rao. �Our guests told us they love the location and authentic Balinese concept, and they love the people. Those elements haven�t changed and remain part of our DNA, while we have upgraded facilities and created the Imperial and Royal Villas to elevate the guest experience. We�re grateful to our owners for their support and excited to share this evolution with our loyal guests and staff.�

The resort also added a new ocean-front venue for spa treatments and yoga; an artists-in-residence programme for guests to learn woodcarving, weaving, painting and dance; heli-surfing, sunset cruise and water biking adventures; and unique Customised Dining concept at Sundara, the southern peninsula�s hottest dining destination and beach-club. These activities enhance existing programmes including half-day courses at the state-of-the-art Jimbaran Bay Cooking Academy, transformative rituals at Healing Village Spa, and temple tours and offerings with the Balinese-Hindu priest.

What hasn�t changed: the legendary service. Roughly 60 per cent of staff have been with the property for over 20 years, and management kept the entire team employed full-time throughout the two-year renovation.

The new beginning for the resort coincides with new awards. Four Seasons Resorts Bali at Jimbaran Bay and the mountain retreat of Sayan were two of just three hotels in Bali to receive the highest possible five-star rating in the 2017 Forbes Travel Guide, recognising �virtually flawless service and amazing facilities�. In addition, Healing Village Spa at Jimbaran Bay and Sacred River Spa at Sayan received Four-Star ratings, the highest possible for spas. Four Seasons Jimbaran Bay was also recognised among the Best Resorts in Asia in the 2017 Conde Nast Traveller Readers� Awards. Meanwhile, Bali was voted the World�s Best Destination in the 2017 TripAdvisor Travellers� Choice Awards recognising its diverse culture, landscapes, dining scene and wellness rituals.  (TradeArabia)

Three Bali Vilas in the Tripadvisor Top Ten Rental/jean

TripAdvisor, the travel planning and booking site, announced the winners of its first ever Travelers' Choice awards for Rentals today.

With features like private pools, lakefront views, and mountain access, these award-winning properties highlight everything travelers love about TripAdvisor Rentals' unique collection of rental homes around the world.

Travelers' Choice award winners are based on traveler reviews and opinions, as well as customer service provided during the booking process. The awards recognize travelers' favorite properties in three categories: high-end, mid-range and affordable.

Top 10 Travelers' Choice for Rentals - High-end:

1. Villa La Ruga � Lake Como, Italy,  5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sleeps 8.

2. St. Michael's � Kent, England, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 21.

3. Miner's Clubhouse � Breckenridge, Colorado.5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sleeps 14.

4. Casa Cielo  Volcano View Retreat � Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 8.

5. Palazzo Di P � Zakynthos, Greece,5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 10.

6. VillaCasa 7 - Marbella � Costa del Sol, Spain,7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, sleeps 23.

7. Villa Ziba � Seminyak, Bali,5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sleeps 11.

Source: Booking.com

8. Villa Mawar Bali � Canggu, Bali,6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, sleeps 12.

Source: Tripadvisor

9. Parliament Square 5, Royal Mile � Edinburgh, Scotland,2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4.

10. Villa Padawan � Seminyak, Bali,4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Sleeps 10,
In House Chef included

(prnewswire) 

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan/jean

Surrounded by lush tropical valleys by Ayung River, the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan 

Address: Sayan, 80571 Ubud, Indonesia

presents an outdoor pool, four dining options and a gym. Guests can indulge in pampering treatments at the spa. Free valet parking service is provided.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayang is a 10-minute drive from Ubud Palace and Ubud Art Market, and Monkey Forest is a 15-minute drive away. It takes 90 minutes by car to reach the resort from Ngurah Rai International Airport.

The luxuriously furnished suites and villas each feature a dining area, sitting area with plush sofas, and a private terrace with views of the greenery. Amenities include a safe, flat-screen satellite TV and ironing facilities. Each bedroom has a walk-in closet and a private bathroom with free bath amenities.
Guests enjoy the convenience of on-site business center, currency exchange and vehicle rental services. The staff at the tour desk can assist with sightseeing arrangements, hiking or cycling trips. A library and a kid�s club are available at the resort

Ayung Terrace specializes in Indonesian cuisine, and Jati Bar serves cocktails and light meals. At Riverside Caf�, guests can enjoy western delicacies for lunch and dinner. In-room dining is possible through room service. 

This is our guests' favorite part of Ubud, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Ubud! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

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Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sept 30, 2013
Hotel Chain: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts 

Grand Luley Manado/jean

Address: Jalan Tongkaina, Kecamatan Bunaken, 95000 Manado, Indonesia
Show on map � great location
Deluxe Room Garden View  Today's Price: ??Rp 960,000

The 4-star Grand Luley Resort offers spacious accommodation and features an outdoor pool.

Each room has large windows and great views of the landscape. They are well-equipped with private bathroom facilities, air conditioning and a safe. There is also a minibar and a cable TV.

Grand Luley Resort is located across Bunaken Island, a 35-minute drive from the city centre. Sam Ratulangi International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.

Grand Luley Resort provides services such as tour and diving arrangement, car rental facilities and free WiFi in the entire hotel.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Manado! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area. 

Couples in particular like the location � they rated it 9 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Manado! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city. 

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Grand Luley Manado has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 24, 2010 

The ONE Legian, Today's Value Deal/jean

Jalan Raya Legian No.117, 80361 Legian, Indonesia

Show on map - great location

Today's Price: Rp 750,000  for Deluxe Double Room
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This property is 8 minutes walk from the beach. Offering modern 4-star accommodation with contemporary minimalist designs on the lively street of Legian, Kuta. The ONE Legian Bali is within walking distance to shops and restaurants. 

Nightlife centre is just 5-minute walk away. The property features an outdoor rooftop pool, a ground pool, and a restaurant.

Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Rooms at The ONE come with light wooden furniture and a tall window. Each room has a flat-screen satellite TV, a safety deposit box and a small work desk. En suite bathrooms offer toiletries and a hairdryer.
Guests can exercise in the fitness centre, or relax on the sun loungers at the two-storey pool deck. A business centre takes care of guests� communication needs. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available.
Buffet breakfast is served at the restaurant, which also provides room service. The pool bar offers cocktails, while snacks and live entertainment can be enjoyed at the lobby bar.

The ONE Legian Bali is approximately 7 km from Ngurah Rai International Airport. 

This is our guests' favourite part of Legian, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location � they rated it 8 for a two-person trip.

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The ONE Legian has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 22 Feb 2011.

Sensa Hotel Bandung, Today's Value Deal/jean

Address: Cihampelas No. 160, Sukajadi, 40131 Bandung, Indonesia
Show on map - great location

Sensa Hotel  (?? book here) is located in Bandung and directly connected to Cihampelas Walk. It features a spa, outdoor swimming pool and stylish rooms with city or mountain views. WiFi and parking are free.

Hotel Sensa is 100 m from the lively Cihampelas Street and a 10-minute drive from Bandung Train Station. Husein Sastranegara Airport is about a 15-minute drive away.

The air-conditioned rooms at the hotel feature large windows and a 37-inch flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with a minibar and a personal safe. Private bathrooms come with shower facilities.
Guests can enjoy relaxing massages and foot reflexology treatments at the spa. The Sensa also offers car rental services upon request.

The Life Green Dining Restaurant serves a variety of international dishes. Light snacks and refreshing beverages are available at the Lobby Lounge. 

Sukajadi is a great choice for travellers interested in shopping, shopping for clothes and scenery.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Bandung! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples particularly like the location � they rated it 9 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Bandung! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Sensa Hotel Bandung has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 21 Apr 2010. 

Mesastila, a resort in the centre of a Coffee Plantation in Central Java/jean

Located in the centre of a coffee plantation, Mesastila  (?? Book here) offers villa-style accommodation, an outdoor infinity pool and a luxurious spa among its facilities.

Surrounded by lush, natural surroundings, Mesastila is accessible via Semarang, Jogjakarta and Solo Airports.

Villas feature original antiques and art collections. Each air-conditioned villa consists of a spacious living area, outdoor verandas with views of coffee plantations or mountains, satellite TV and DVD player.

Recreation facilities include an outdoor swimming pool overlooking green valleys, tennis courts and a restored Dutch mansion that is now a Club House.

The resort has a restaurant serving Mediterranean and Indonesian cuisines while organic vegetables from Mesastila�s own garden are also available.

Free!WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.  

Address: Po.Box.108 Magelang, Central Java, 56100 Bedono, Indonesia � Show map

Hotel Gran Mahakam 30% off today/jean

Stay in our guests' favourite part of Jakarta

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hotel Gran Mahakam

One of our top picks in Jakarta.  ??Book here 

Jln. Mahakam I No.6, Blok M, Kebayoran Baru, 12130 Jakarta, Indonesia
Great location - show map

Housed in a beautiful European-style building, Gran Mahakam offers 5-star boutique accommodation in Jakarta�s trendy Blok-M district. It features an outdoor pool with city views, a spa and fitness centre.

Surrounded by South Jakarta�s shopping options, Hotel Gran Mahakam is a 5-minute walk from Blok M Plaza Shopping Centre, and a 15-minute drive from Plaza Senayan Mall and Senayan Golf Course. It is a 35-minute drive from the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and provides free parking.

Well-appointed rooms at Gran Mahakam are tastefully decorated with pleasant neutrals and classic furnishings. They offer the convenience of a safe, fridge and hairdryer.

Enjoy relaxing massages or sauna facilities at the spa after an active workout at the fitness centre. Attentive staff can provide tour and business services.
Start the day with a hearty buffet breakfast at Le Gran Caf�, which offers Western and Asian dishes. After-meal cocktails and refreshments are served at Regal Bar & Lounge. 

Kebayoran Baru is a great choice for travellers interested in shopping for food, nightlife and culturally diverse food.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Jakarta! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples particularly like the location � they rated it 9 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Jakarta! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Hotel Gran Mahakam has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 26 Jun 2009.