Jl. Gatot Subroto Barat, Padangsambian Kaja, Kec. Denpasar Bar., Kota Denpasar, Bali 80117, Indonesia, Indonesia | (888) 399-9863
A chic stay in a trendy neighborhood with a reasonable rate
Near restaurants, boutiques, and nightlife; short drive to beaches
Rooms have attractive geometric wallpaper and clean lines
In-room amenities include AC, minibars, and electric kettles
Cafe and bar with outdoor seating and a mellow vibe
Plunge pool and a game room with a billiards table
Free on-site parking and Wi-Fi throughout
24-hour front desk
Not within walking distance of the beach or central Seminyak
Small pool in a shady area, with just a handful of loungers
Few on-site features (no business facilities or gym)
Not all rooms have balconies
Some guests note street-facing rooms are noisy
Breakfast isn't included in all rates
Hotel NEO Seminyak - Petitenget is a stylish and affordable upper-middle-range hotel located in fashionable Petitenget. Its 104 rooms are modern and bright and have similar layouts; higher-category ones have balconies facing a peaceful, leafy courtyard. All are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, desks, electric kettles, lightly stocked minibars. There's free Wi-Fi throughout, but otherwise features are limited to a small plunge pool, a game room with a billiards table and couches, and a cheerful streetside cafe. Those looking to spend their vacation days lounging on hotel grounds may prefer a property with more facilities, such as the nearby Alea Seminyak, which is similarly priced and includes two large lap pools and a spa.
Scene
Stylish and affordable home base in trendy Petitenget, with a cafe and comfortable hangout space
Hotel NEO Seminyak - Petitenget has attractive qualities, although the ambiance is a little lacking and the hotel is often empty during the day. Most travelers treat it as a place to crash to explore the trendy neighborhood or to hit the beach. The property's leafy interior courtyard has a small plunge pool that's rarely used, but there's an airy and colorful cafe with a relaxing atmosphere and streetside seating that's ideal for people-watching strollers headed down Petitenget Street. The polished concrete floors and recycled wood details inside give it an industrial feel, and there's a billiards table and lounge-y benches. The area is packed with luxury resorts and villas, but there aren't many budget-friendly hotels. As such, this property draws guests seeking affordable accommodations in a prime location.
Location
Desirable Petitenget location near boutiques and restaurants; not within walking distance of the beach
The hotel is located along busy Petitenget Street, near excellent eateries -- favorites include Sardine and Metis, just two minutes on foot, and Merah Putih and Sarong slightly farther afield -- plus plenty of shops, cafes, and bars. The ultra-chic Ku De Ta restaurant is an eight-minute drive, and it's roughly six minutes by car to the happening Potato Head Beach Club. It's about the same to the closest beaches, Petitenget Beach and Batu Belig Beach, which have black sand and decent surf, but heavy rip tides. Waterbom Park, Kuta Beach, and the airport are all around a 30- to 40-minute drive away, though driving times can take much longer during peak hours.
Rooms
Stylish, contemporary rooms with electric kettles, roomy walk-in showers, and lightly stocked minibars
The property's simple, stylish guest rooms feel polished and pulled together. White walls have pale wood paneling, and geometric-patterned wallpaper behind beds add flair. Furniture here is streamlined, with built-in nightstands and open shelves acting as the closet. At 226 square feet (21 square meters), rooms aren't overly spacious, but they do have large windows that open to let in natural light and fresh air. Bathrooms are small yet uncluttered, and feature cream-colored marble on the floors and walls and roomy vanities with vessel sinks. Walk-in showers contain soap dispensers, and toothbrushes and other toiletries are provided.
Rooms are split between two categories, Standard Rooms and those with pool views and balconies (though these are too tiny for sun loungers). Amenities in both include flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, mineral water, slippers, safes, desks, and lightly stocked minibars. Note that rooms are poorly soundproofed, so light sleepers should request units that aren't street-facing.
Features
Colorful cafe with outdoor seating and a billiards table, but small pool and no gym
Facilities at Hotel NEO Seminyak - Petitenget are limited, but decent for a property in this price range. The pool is small with only three lounge chairs at one end, and it's sandwiched between two buildings so there isn't a lot of direct sunlight. The full-service cafe has a varied menu and buffet breakfast -- which doesn't come included with all rooms -- plus a streetside seating area. There's also an adjoining game room with a billiards table and comfy couches. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and on-site parking, and the front desk is opened 24 hours, but there's no business facilities or gym. Guests should note that beaches aren't within walking distance.