The 10 best pool villas in Bali

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If the Maldives are known for over-the-water villas, then Bali is know for pool villa rooms. From rooms with stunning jungle views, to infinity pools with ocean views and those within an enclosed garden, there are so many options and it can be hard to know where to look and what to choose. Having visited Bali 5 times and helping others plan their trips, we share our list of the top 10 pool villas in Bali based on where we have stayed and places we have researched to help you plan your stay.

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  • To be near all the restaurants, bars, and beach in Seminyak but in a peaceful setting: W Bali – Seminyak

Located on Seminyak Beach, W Bali – Seminyak boasts a large outdoor pool and full service spa. W Bali – Seminyak is centrally located in Seminyak amongst hip restaurants and bars. Kuta is a 20-minute drive away while Ngurah Rai International Airport is a 30-minute ride away. W Hotels are known for a livelier atmosphere but staying in a Marvelous One-Bedroom Pool Villa at the W Bali Seminyak is the perfect way to enjoy the resort and areas features while having your own peaceful oasis.  The Marvelous One-Bedroom Pool Villa features a private pool and has its own a private entrance into a terrace with a lush garden. This spacious villa also features a large bedroom with a king bed, a seating area and a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath.

  • To have your own spa and wellness getaway in the jungles of Ubud: The Purist Villas

The Purist Villas is a small boutique resort with 17 villas nestled amidst tropical greenery behind a Balinese village a 25 minute walk from central Ubud. The hotel also offers a shuttle to and from Ubud for guests a few times daily. For leisure, enjoy massages and body treatments at Purist spa or take up a cooking lesson. Alternatively, staff can conduct yoga lessons or organize day trips. We stayed in a Bamboo Villa that was tastefully furnished with traditional Indonesian artefacts. The rooms best features are the large bathroom and outdoor space. The large bathroom has a shower and a bathtub with an industrial concrete look and Balinese accents, including Balinese terracotta tiles in the bathtub. The outdoor space is covered and looks onto the pool and jungle. The pool is large and has traditional Balinese water fountain that spouts water for an extra calming atmosphere . The room also comes with two yoga mats and there is space to do yoga on the lower balcony while listening to the river. The restaurant onsite, Café Balisimo is a full-service restaurant open most of the day in an open air environment with covered and uncovered seating. They offer up Indonesian fare as well as western fare and have daily 3 course meals specials. There are lots of healthy options for all dietary preferences, including vegan meals. Of all the pool villas we’ve stayed at in Bali, The Bamboo Villa at The Purist Villas has been our favorite: read our detailed review here!

  • To live the surf lifestyle in the heart of Canggu: The Slow

The Slow is set in Canggu, 500 metres from Batu Bolong Beach. Located only a 10-minute walk to Echo Beach, the boutique accommodation features local culture and eclectic art collection in every room type. Guests can enjoy all day dining and drinking. Some suites at The Slow come with a private plunge pool and native wood furnishings. Certain rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that allow natural lights, while others include views of the pool or garden. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a rain shower. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property, as well as valet parking, luggage storage and currency exchange services. The hotel also offers car hire and airport shuttle with additional charges. While we enjoyed our stay at The Slow and highly recommend it, we are not sure if we want to go back to Canggu due to the party vibe and how noisy it was with the motorbikes. You can read our detailed review of a pool suite at The Slow here.

The Slow - Our room
The Slow – Our room
  • To enjoy a similar experience to Ubud but away from the crowds: Samanvaya

Located on the rice terraces of Sidemen Valley, Samanvaya offers a peaceful adults only getaway an hour’s drive from Ubud. Nestled into the picturesque Sidemen Valley, Samanvaya’s ‘Adults only Luxury Resort and Spa is surrounded by verdant rice fields, rolling hills, tropical forests, and authentic temples and cultural sites. Eleven separate accommodation lodges have been meticulously designed for comfort, privacy, and views to the surrounding area. All rooms have Balinese style open / semi open living and sleeping arrangements with open air bathrooms featuring indoor landscaping, outside relaxation areas, and combined views of either the rice terraces, swimming pool, or lush gardens. The following villas have private pools: Rice Barn Villa, Samudra Villa, and the Asmara Villa. The Rice Barn Villa and Samudra Villa offer the best views. We would recommend spending 3 nights here as this part of Bali is more remote but does make it easier to explore the east coast of Bali. You can visit some of the beaches, plan to hike Mount Batur, or go to Bali Asli Restaurant for a meal or for a cooking class (we did this in 2013). If we get to visit Bali again, Samanvaya is at the top of our list to stay at!

Potato Head Suites, formerly Katamama, is a hotel comprised of studios and suites in Seminyak near Petitenget. The hotel has an upscale hip vibe that blends relaxation but also here to party with VIP access to the popular Potato Head Club and in-room bars that rival trendy bars in large cities. We stayed here in a pool suite when it was Katamama and enjoyed our stay, as it was surprisingly quiet despite being near beach clubs and the W Hotel Seminyak Bali. Potato Head Suites is also home to an impressive line of restaurants, like Kaum and Ijen, which feature upscale Indonesian food onsite. If you do not want to leave the hotel grounds, you do not have to. There is enough here to keep you busy for a few days at least, as the hotel offers art and wellness activities, co-working spaces, or you can just sleep, eat, party, go to the beach, and repeat. If you are looking for the traditional Bali, you may feel disappointed but if you want the more hipster Bali experience, this might be for you. The hotel’s designs and attributes are admirable.  As much as we appreciate what Seminyak has to offer, we have been often enough now and would consider exploring other parts of Bali.

Set atop cliffs along Bali’s southern coast, Alila Villas Uluwatu is 8.4 km from Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, 8.8 km from the iconic Uluwatu Temple and 17.9 km from Ngurah Rai International Airport. In addition to each villa having a pool ranging from 300 sqm to 3,000 sqm, there is also a 50-metre outdoor pool overlooking the Indian Ocean for all resort guests. This property is suitable for couples and families as villas range from 1-3 bedrooms. You can also use Hyatt points hear to offset the cost of the stay.

Perched on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean, Nusa Dua’s Hilton Bali Resort features a secluded white sandy beach area. The resort features 4 outdoor connecting pools, a sand lagoon, and a 30 meter waterslide. For kids, the resort organizes camel safari rides and has Jungle Kids Club. This resort is best suited to those who want to relax primarily at the resort and offers a nicer beach, based on reviews and seasonality.  Italian, Balinese, Japanese and European cuisines are among the dining choices in Hilton Bali Resort. The Shore Restaurant overlooks the Indian Ocean and serves premium seafood and meats. The pool villas range from 1-3 bedrooms. Hilton points can also be used to book here.

  • For a whimsical luxury resort experience in the jungle: Capella Ubud

Finding a harmony between unspoiled nature and luxury comforts, Capella Ubud, Bali, showcases tented accommodation with salt water pools amidst Ubud’s lush greenery. Situated only 7 km from the city centre, this property enjoys large terraces and outdoor decks overlooking rice fields or the surrounding rainforest. Guests can experience excellent fine dining with Balinese and international fare at the on-site restaurant

With eclectic Balinese-style design with arts and antiques, the rooms at this resort offer modern comforts such as air conditioning, fan, personal safe and electric kettle.

For dining options, guests can head over to Mads Lange or Api Jiwa for delectable Asian fare. Alternatively, guests can enjoy camp snacks and nostalgic movies at the Camp Fire. The restaurants provides vegan and gluten-free options. Daily à la carte breakfast is served at Capella Ubud, Bali.

Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near Capella Ubud, Bali. Free bikes are provided for the resort’s guests. Non-stop assistance is available at the reception. The friendly and hospitable staff will be happy provide information about the area and the island.

Elephant Cave is 9 km from the resort, while Naughty Nuri’s Warung & Grill is 5 km away. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 35 km from the property.

Located in tranquil Sanur, a 5-minute walk from the beach, Sagara Villas and Suites Sanur features private suites and villas nestled within tropical gardens. Sagara Villas and Suites Sanur is about 11 km from Ngurah Rai Airport. There are various art shops and local eateries a stroll from the hotel. Bright and airy, with spacious interiors, the suites and villas come with ample living and dining space. They are equipped with a flat-screen cable TV and modern entertainment systems. Villas have private gardens and pools, as well as a fully equipped kitchen with stoves, toasters and dishwashers and rates can be found for approx $275CAD per night. Guests can enjoy a refreshing rainshower bath in the outdoor bathroom. The SPA at Sagara Sanur offers massages and a variety of body and beauty treatments. Sagara Villas and Suites Sanur Sanur provides cooking classes for guests’ entertainment. The BAR at Sagara Sanur serves international and Asian specialties. Alternatively, enjoy home-cooked meals in the privacy of your room.

Maha Hills Resort features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in the Lovina area (north Bali). The resort rests at the hilltop of Sambangan Village with views of lush hills, rice terrace and green jungle.  The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. At the resort, all rooms have a balcony and some have pools. An American, Asian or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property and floating breakfasts in the pool arte offered. The nearest airport is Ngurah Rai International Airport, 90 km from the accommodation. Rates start at $200CAD for a 1 bedroom pool villa and $300CAD for a 2 bedroom pool villa during some times of the year. Activities nearby include: easy access to the Lovina dolphin experience, water and fire purification rituals, participate in rice farming with local farmers, day at the beach, and visiting waterfalls. It is very secluded here and guests should plan/budget to have most meals at the resort.

** Disclaimer: Your mileage may vary. Information in this post is accurate at time of posting and things may change, including reviews, pricing, and room availability. We would stay at most of these properties with some exceptions. Some listed were recommended by others and found through research based on regional knowledge. We cannot be responsible for negative experiences.

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