Bali is a world-class destination for fancy resorts
Few destinations offer as many choices for couples seeking a luxurious stay in a fancy hotel as the island of Bali in Indonesia. The South-East Asian island destination has become the high-end resort destination of choice for many. In this article we will show you our top 22 of the best luxurious 5-star Bali hotels, all rated 9/10 or above on booking websites.
Yes, most luxurious Bali hotels listed in this article aren’t cheap (Check our affordable hotel suggestions here). However, Bali offers excellent value for money. You may be able to stay in fabulous 5-star Bali hotels for a fraction of the cost of similar hotels in Europe or North America. Combined with the famous Balinese hospitality and welcoming culture, we believe booking a couple of nights in one of the fancy resorts listed below as really worth the experience.
Our favorite luxury Bali hotels
There are great hotel options in the surf & hipster town of Canggu too, however they can’t compete with the extravant luxury offered by some of the hotels in Uluwatu, Ubud and Seminyak. If you do want to stay in Canggu, check our Canggu Honeymoon Guide for some great accomodation options.
There are hundreds of hotels in Bali. This top 21 consists of absolute best 5-star hotels (all are rated at least 9 out of 10 on booking sites). You can’t go wrong booking any of them. The hotels are displayed in no particular order, we have just organized them by region of Bali:
- 7 Luxurious Hotels in Uluwatu
- 6 Luxurious Hotels in Ubud
- 3 Luxurious Hotels in Seminyak
- 4 Luxurious Hotels Off the Beaten Path
Luxurious hotels in Uluwatu
Uluwatu is located on the soutern tip of Bali, on the Bukit peninsula south of the airport. Uluwatu is a town on the cliffs that originally became popular amongst surfers, as one of the world’s best and most consistent waves can be found here. The region has a lot to offer, including some of the best beaches of Bali and a spectacular temple on the cliffs inhabited by monkeys. You won’t find better sunsets in Bali than in Uluwatu.
Below we list our favorite luxurious hotels in the region. Some are located north of Uluwatu in the Jimbaran area, while others are located on the cliffs on the south side of the peninsula. We have written an extensive guide for couples visiting Uluwatu on their honeymoon, make sure to check it out if you plan to stay in this area!
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2. Bulgari Resort Bali
15m drive east of Uluwatu, on the cliffs♥Check Availability
✓ Rated ★9.6 at Booking. → -
3. Alila Villas Uluwatu
on the cliffs, 15m drive east of Uluwatu.♥Check Availability
✓ Rated ★8.9 at Booking. → -
4. Four Seasons Jimbaran Bay
Between the airport and Uluwatu
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✓ Rated ★9.3 at Booking. → -
7. The Ungasan Clifftop Resort
south cliffs, 20m drive east of Uluwatu♥Check Availability
✓ Rated ★9.7 at Booking. →
Luxurious hotels in Ubud
Ubud is our favorite destination for couples visiting Bali. While Ubud is inland (there is no beach), the region offers some of the best high-end resorts on the island, often tucked away in river valleys with spectacular views over the Balinese jungle.
Ubud is the cultural capital of Bali. The town is rich in arts, culture and history. Explore the Saraswati temple complex, enjoy traditional Balinese dance performance at the Ubud Palace or visit one of the many museums. Outside of the town, you will find some of the prettiest views over jungle and traditional rice terraces. We have lived in Ubud and are keen to share our suggestions. Check our Ubud Honeymoon Guide for everything you should to know for a great vacation in Ubud.
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9. Aksari Resort
In nature 25 min North of Ubud♥Aksari Ubud Website
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11. Chapung Se Bali Resort and Spa
10m drive north of Ubud♥Check Availability
✓ Rated ★9.5 at Booking. →
Luxurious hotels in Seminyak
The third region we are highlighting for this shortlist of high-end bali hotels is Seminyak, a beachfront destination not too far from Bali airport. Seminyak is the place to be for boutique fashion, nightlife and fine dining. It is a lively area, however each of the 5-star resorts highlighted below allow you to escape the buzz whenever you need!
Our Seminyak Honeymoon Guide is a good starting point for anyone planning to visit Seminyak.
Luxurious hotels off the beaten path
While Uluwatu, Ubud and Seminyak are great, Bali has a lot more to offer. The resorts listed below are all located in more remote and off the beaten path destinations of Bali. Check our articles on these regions for more information: Munduk in North Bali features crater lakes, waterfalls and mountain ridges. Sidemen in East Bali is a peaceful traditional village nestled between rice fields, hills and rivers.
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18. Wapa di Ume Sidemen
Sidemen, inland East Bali♥Check Availability
✓ Hotel rated ★9.4 with 300+ reviews. → -
20. Suenyo Eco Retreat (outside Canggu)
Jungle 20 mins from Canggu♥Official Website
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21. Elevate Bali by Hanging Gardens Munduk
Munduk region, North Bali♥Check availability
✓ Rated ★9.2 at Booking. →
More places to stay?
We believe the list of hotels we featured in this article are amazing, and worth their money. However we do understand everyone’s budget is different. We’ve compiled a list of great Bali hotels on a budget, many of which we have stayed at!
In addition, we have written extensive guides on different regions of Bali. In each of these, we make recommendations for good hotels to stay. Check out the regional guides below!
Written by Olivia & Dirk
Hi! We have put together this guide with a lot of care, based on our own experiences. As a couple, we have lived in Bali for the past 5 years, and we fell in love with the island. We have visited every corner of Bali, especially the romantic places ;-). While our articles do contain affiliate links, you can trust us to recommend only the experiences that we love.
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