Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa

The Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa opened in 1983, which makes it one of the oldest resorts in the area. However, the hotel is still is great shape, with lovely tropical grounds, charming traditional Balinese interiors, and all the amenities and services expected of a luxury resort. The hotel is easily identifiable among the many hotels located in the area thanks to the striking original temple located right at the entrance. An intricately decorated stone gate (or "candi bentar," as these beautiful split doors are known in Bali) opens onto beautifully manicured tropical grounds with two lotus ponds, each with a small "bale" or pavilion. A stone path flanked by colorful flowers and tropical plants then leads to the lobby, housed in a striking open pavilion with two towers topped with traditional double pitched roofs. Inside, lovely wooden Balinese couches, richly adorned stone and wood carvings, and wooden ceilings lend the space a strong local character. 

Grounds are lush and sprawling, with koi ponds, grass lawns, wild tropical areas full of flowers and bushes, and a couple of thatched pavilions. Rooms and suites are housed in long four-story buildings with dark pitched roofs and colorful flowers lining wooden balconies. 

The hotel is located right on a sandy beach lined with other luxury resorts. There are several restaurants and shops within walking distance, but many more options can be found at Bali Collection, a large mall located a five-minute drive away to which the hotel offers free shuttle service several times a day. It’s a five-minute walk to Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center, a 10-minute drive to the Water Blow, and famous Uluwatu Temple can be reached by car in about 45 minutes. Kuta and the airport are a 20-minute drive away. 

The Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa offers several room categories, including Deluxe, Family, Suites, and Palace Club units. All have elegant Balinese decor, with details such as wood carvings and flower designs in bed runners and headboards, wooden floors, and a soft neutral palette. Wooden furniture with clean lines give spaces a contemporary feel, while white walls decorated with wood panels or ornaments make rooms feel warm. Sliding wooden shutters (some decorated with rich carvings) open onto furnished balconies or terraces offering garden or pool views, and a few have steps leading directly to the lagoon-style pool. 

In-room amenities include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, electric kettles, minibars, and safes. Club Rooms also feature DVD players. Deluxe Rooms have smallish bathrooms with rain walk-in showers only, but all other room types have separate tubs with sliding panels opening onto the bedroom. Palace Club Rooms offer access to a lounge with free drinks and food throughout the day, butler services, and private check-in and checkout. 

The hotel is located directly on a lovely beach with fine sand and a number of private loungers. It's one of the nicest stretches of sand around, and many guests spend their day here, which means loungers go fast in the morning. Beach staff goes around each morning with free coffee and juices. The diving center offers free scuba diving lessons, and there is a number of motorized and non-motorized water sports available here as well. The hotel has two pools, including a large one with a swim-up bar, and a lagoon-style with bridges. All guests get free access to the spa, which features an additional outdoor pool, hydrotherapy areas, saunas, steam rooms, and a cafe serving tea and fresh fruit juices. The fitness center offers an array of cardio and strength-training machines, and squash and tennis courts. Additionally, guests also have access to a number of free fitness and cultural activities throughout the day. Sunrise yoga classes are available for a fee. 

The hotel offers an array of restaurants, including fine-dining and casual options. A varied breakfast buffet is served daily at Wedong Jahe, which has a serene setting amid lotus ponds. Balinese cuisine is served at fine-dining restaurant Raja’s, and pizzas and pasta are available at Sandro’s. Maguro Bistro offers an array of Asian delicacies by the pool, and Tamarind serves international cuisine in a striking multi-level bamboo and straw hut by the beach. The kids’ club offers daily activities, including arts and crafts, sports, and cultural excursions. The hotel also features wedding and meeting venues, and offers freebies such as Wi-Fi and shuttle service to Bali Collection.