> ANANTARA SEMINYAK BALI RESORT SEMINYAK BALI, INDONESIA A s you approach this hotel in the evening, down a quiet street, you’ll notice large paper lanterns dangling in the trees, seemingly out of nowhere; bright lanterns dotting a dark sky. And right as you wonder what new Bali gem this could be, as you often do when traveling through the narrow streets of Seminyak, you pull into the front lobby of your hotel. Here, on a little street tucked behind all the hustle and bustle, is the Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort: with its grandiose staircase meeting the sidewalk, you climb up to the hotel as you would enter into any grand temple.
onions, grilled fish, and exotic curries and sambals. Start your morning right with a rejuvenating yoga session by the beach. Or learn about the art of Balinese flower offerings, which are an intrinsic part of the Balinese identity. The spa here attains an authentic elegance in its pristine yet simple feel. The spa is very light and open, high up in the treetops. One of the highpoints of visiting Bali has always been to be provided the utmost of luxuries at the friendliest prices. Your USD go very far here. We savored our massages at the resort and as much as Bali is known for its cheap local massage parlors, in this case, visiting the hotel’s spa was well worth it.
The beach is just off the front of the open lobby, but you aren’t as secluded as it may first seem. To the left you have a famous strip of laidback, beachside bars, surf schools, and some over-the-top beach clubs. The Anantara Seminyak Bali is more romantic for a couple’s getaway than their Bangkok counterpart, although school holidays finds it full of happy families. It is a boutique resort, and much smaller than many of their other locations. The common areas in this villa- like hotel are mostly open air, providing a welcoming breeze, and playing host to small, colorful, local birds. No detail has been overlooked to build a zen escape, where you move between an authentic rusticness in tune with the local environment, to pure luxury as you retire to your plush suite. All the guest rooms feature a large balcony with a private Jacuzzi made of natural stone, daybeds and a ceiling fan. While most of the rooms look out onto the courtyard pool, it is worth booking a Sea View room, which has its balcony perched out over the beach.
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As for the Anantara experience: here in Bali you may want to opt for Dining by Design , with a private dining experience crafted near the beach, with flowing curtains and plenty of candlelight. Or an Indonesian Spice Spoons culinary lesson, where you will learn about an unfamiliar cuisine focused on fresh lemon grass, sweet purple
The MoonLite Kitchen is the restaurant on the rooftop and reservations at dinnertime are recommended as it’s become quite highly rated on the local food scene. Start with a cocktail at sundown during their generous happy hour. Sips with an inspiring view overlooking the ocean. The stretch of beach in front is mostly uninhabited, so it’s a tranquil place to listen to the waves crashing in and to appreciate the swirls of vibrant colors of the sunsets in this part of the world. The menu is a mix of Asian fusion, pulling from Indian Curries, Philippino classics, Vietnamese salads, and local favorites. They do an excellent job of executing a wide range of authentic Asian cuisines, perhaps with the aid of the hundreds of dried spices and pickling jars along the walls. Dessert was divine. Try the White Chocolate Lychee Soufflé. We almost ordered a second. Seminyak is both the party and fine dining capital of Bali. Indulge in fabulous restaurants, steak houses, fine wines, hand crafted cocktails, incredible shopping and all night affairs, at ½ to 1/3 the cost of home. The Anantara Seminyak Bali is the perfect place to stay for those who want to be tucked away in style and luxury, but also be close enough to the party, and the heart of Seminyak city. bali.anantara.com WESTONMAGAZINEGROUP.COM 139
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