October 13th 2023.
Bali bliss. I'm lying in my private infinity pool, enjoying the hot sun and blue sky above me. I'm mesmerized by the sight of the wooden boats bobbing in the ocean as a sea eagle flies overhead. It's a moment of pure bliss.
But there are important decisions to be made - should I crack open a cold beer and relax in the huge bath tub, or should I head to the spa for a steam, sauna, and hot tub combo? Decisions, decisions.
Bali is an underrated destination, full of celebrity pedigree. The perfect place to feel like a star is to splurge on one of the five luxury check-ins favoured by Tinseltown's finest.
The Four Seasons Sayan is a spiritual and natural wellness haven in Ubud. It's accessed by a teak footbridge suspended over a gorge, leading to an infinity lotus pond. There are suites and villas, each with their own private outdoor pools, day beds, marble bathrooms, and outdoor showers. The villas make for perfect paparazzi-free getaways - just ask former President Barack Obama.
The Four Seasons Sayan was recently named 'No. 1 Hotel in the World' by Travel + Leisure. It offers a great wellness experience, with anti-gravity yoga, two-tiered riverside pools, outdoor heated spa pools, and the Sacred River Spa. There, guests can book a 120-minute Anahata Chakra Ceremony to 'open the heart chakra.'
The Mandapa Ritz-Carlton Reserve is also in Ubud, and it's one of the few Ritz-Carlton Reserves in the world. It's a luxurious retreat, with 35 suites and 25 private villas, all with private infinity pools, day beds, and freestanding bath tubs. Celebrities like Will Smith and Henry Goulding have stayed here, and each villa comes with a personal butler, ready to serve guests at a click of a finger.
The newest addition to luxury hotels in Bali is the Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape. It's an adults-only resort with a 'no walls, no doors' concept. It's set in the jungle with stunning views of mountain peaks, lush rice paddies, and the Ayung River. There are 16 bales, each with open decks, private infinity pools, and curtain-enclosed beds. Guests are pampered by private butlers, ready to cater to their every whim.
Bali is the perfect destination for a luxurious getaway. Whether you're looking for a spiritual transformation or pure relaxation, Bali has something for everyone.
Bali bliss
I'm floating on my back, stark naked, in a private infinity pool gazing up at a cloudless, sunny blue sky. Sea eagles soar overhead, and further out, traditional wooden boats bob gently on the ocean. It's a blissful few moments of tranquility, but I'm soon brought back to reality by the important decisions that need to be made - should I crack open a Bintang beer and enjoy it in the huge bathtub, or take a golf buggy to the spa for a steam, sauna, and hot tub combo? Decisions, decisions.
Although Bali may still be unfamiliar to a lot of Brits, this shouldn't be the case. Indonesia's most famous island is a favourite holiday destination for many A-list celebs, but you don't need to be a celebrity to feel like one. All you need to do is splurge on star-quality accommodation. From private infinity pools and personal butlers, to swoon-worthy spas and decadent dining, Bali has it all.
Take, for example, the Four Seasons Sayan. Located in Ubud, this is the ideal place to get your Julia Roberts on, as this is the very same hotel where the Eat, Pray, Love star stayed during shooting of the blockbuster. Access is via a teak footbridge suspended over a gorge overlooking a mass of jungle, which ends at an infinity lotus pond. It's no wonder this is a popular choice for celebrities, as it offers plenty of seclusion and privacy. The former President of the United States, Barack Obama, stayed at the resort's Royal Villa with his family, and it is easy to see why.
The hotel also offers an impressive wellness offering. From the anti-gravity yoga in the in-house yoga bale, to the two-tiered riverside pool, outdoor heated spa pools and sauna and steam rooms, and sprawling Sacred River Spa, here you can feel like you're in a real-life Elizabeth Gilbert. You can even treat your heart with an indulgent 120-minute Anahata Chakra Ceremony - perfect if you're looking for your very own Prince Charming. The Chef's Table dinner at Sokasi is also a must-try, for its tasty seven-course dinner and cultural immersion.
Another fantastic check-in is the Mandapa Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Nestled in the Ayung River valley, this exclusive luxury hotel is a magnet for visiting celebrities, including Will Smith and Henry Goulding. Each villa is kitted out with everything you could possibly need, including heated full-size infinity pools, plush daybeds, tropical outdoor showers, and deep freestanding bathtubs. Each villa also comes with a personal butler, and guests can take advantage of the four dining options, including the romantic Kubu.
The newest opening of Bali’s luxury hotel crop is the Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape. This adults-only resort has an innovative 'no walls, no doors' concept, set in the heart of the jungle with sweeping views of seven mountain peaks, lush rice paddies, and Ayung River. It offers 16 bales set across four levels, each with open decks, private infinity pools, cosy day beds and gazebos, curtain enclosed beds, and open-air oversized copper bathtubs. Each bale also comes with a private butler to cater to your every whim.
Whether you're in the mood for a luxurious spa experience, star-quality accommodation, or a unique 'no walls, no doors' concept, Bali has it all. With so many options, it's no wonder this destination has become a celebrity hotspot.
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