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The Age
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
Bali meets France at this beautiful jungle resort
The hard teak flooring in my one-bedroom Pool King Villa is a work of art. It's a magnificent foundation for the room's contemporary Balinese artworks and textiles. The 120-square-metre space, accessed using a key card made from recycled wood, is glowing thanks to the wraparound ambient light that frames the rattan panel over the king-sized bed and softly illuminates every corner. The ensuite features a standalone bath and shower, and is crafted in quality stone. I'm a die-hard snacker, so appreciate that the fruit bowl is replenished every day. Likewise, the smart TV actually works and is already hooked up to Netflix. Food + drink The French know their audience: I sight a jar of Vegemite at the buffet at breakfast restaurant Kepuh on the first morning. There's a fresh juicing station and barista coffee, quality pastries and croissants and mostly Asian and Indonesian hot options. All-day restaurant Kelapa overlooks the main pool and the chef makes a mean, tricked-up iteration of soto ayam (fragrant Indonesian chicken noodle soup). Head to fine-dining spot Kokokan for aperitifs and live tunes every week. The restaurant serves up fussy French fare, such as foie gras and beef, and the sommelier is Balinese. If you don't feel like rolling out of bed, room service is very reasonably priced. Out + about There's not a lot in the immediate vicinity, but depending on traffic, Ubud can be reached within 15 to 30 minutes. While there, check out Balinese artworks at the Neka Art Museum and stop in for small plates at wood-fired concept Honey + Smoke by acclaimed Bali-based chef Will Meyrick. The hotel offers a host of complimentary weekly activities, including yoga, rice paddy walks and cooking classes. The verdict An elegant stay that seamlessly marries the best of Balinese and French cultures, albeit with a conscience. Its social responsibilities are especially felt in the hiring of Balinese staff in roles that have long been filled by foreigners in Bali. Essentials One-bedroom Pool King Villa from IDR6,700,000 ($637) a night. Seven rooms accessible. Banjar Tanggayuda, Jalan Taman Sari, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud and Kabupaten Gianyar. See Rating out of five ★★★★ Highlight Loading The hotel employs a company to recycle its plastic and cardboard, shares 50 half of its crops with neighbouring villages and composts organic waste. Lowlight My villa faces the restaurant and the landscaping isn't yet dense enough, so my aspect, which includes a plunge pool, is not as private as I'd hoped.
Sydney Morning Herald
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Bali meets France at this beautiful jungle resort
The hard teak flooring in my one-bedroom Pool King Villa is a work of art. It's a magnificent foundation for the room's contemporary Balinese artworks and textiles. The 120-square-metre space, accessed using a key card made from recycled wood, is glowing thanks to the wraparound ambient light that frames the rattan panel over the king-sized bed and softly illuminates every corner. The ensuite features a standalone bath and shower, and is crafted in quality stone. I'm a die-hard snacker, so appreciate that the fruit bowl is replenished every day. Likewise, the smart TV actually works and is already hooked up to Netflix. Food + drink The French know their audience: I sight a jar of Vegemite at the buffet at breakfast restaurant Kepuh on the first morning. There's a fresh juicing station and barista coffee, quality pastries and croissants and mostly Asian and Indonesian hot options. All-day restaurant Kelapa overlooks the main pool and the chef makes a mean, tricked-up iteration of soto ayam (fragrant Indonesian chicken noodle soup). Head to fine-dining spot Kokokan for aperitifs and live tunes every week. The restaurant serves up fussy French fare, such as foie gras and beef, and the sommelier is Balinese. If you don't feel like rolling out of bed, room service is very reasonably priced. Out + about There's not a lot in the immediate vicinity, but depending on traffic, Ubud can be reached within 15 to 30 minutes. While there, check out Balinese artworks at the Neka Art Museum and stop in for small plates at wood-fired concept Honey + Smoke by acclaimed Bali-based chef Will Meyrick. The hotel offers a host of complimentary weekly activities, including yoga, rice paddy walks and cooking classes. The verdict An elegant stay that seamlessly marries the best of Balinese and French cultures, albeit with a conscience. Its social responsibilities are especially felt in the hiring of Balinese staff in roles that have long been filled by foreigners in Bali. Essentials One-bedroom Pool King Villa from IDR6,700,000 ($637) a night. Seven rooms accessible. Banjar Tanggayuda, Jalan Taman Sari, Kedewatan, Kecamatan Ubud and Kabupaten Gianyar. See Rating out of five ★★★★ Highlight Loading The hotel employs a company to recycle its plastic and cardboard, shares 50 half of its crops with neighbouring villages and composts organic waste. Lowlight My villa faces the restaurant and the landscaping isn't yet dense enough, so my aspect, which includes a plunge pool, is not as private as I'd hoped.
