Jl. Panglima Pantar, Lagoi, Indonesia | (888) 710-7049
Beachfront property that's part of large resort complex
Attractive chalets with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and safes
All units have furnished verandas -- some with sea views
Restaurant serving Indian and Indonesian dishes, plus free breakfasts
Beachfront bar serving cocktails and snacks
Free access to complex's pool and multiple restaurants
Various activities include zip-lining, parasailing, diving, and bowling
Simple spa, fitness center, and kids’ club with organized activities
12 function venues
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Beach and sea can experience tar and jelly fish
Minor wear and maintenance issues
Some reports of insufficient air-conditioning
No pool on-site
Reports of spotty internet
One of the five resorts within the Nirwana Gardens complex, this three-and-a-half pearl resort features 50 attractive wooden chalets next to the beach. Some rooms are more contemporary than others, but they're all outfitted with local flair, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and furnished terraces. On-site features are limited to a restaurant, beach bar, water sports, and a spa, plus guests are welcome to use the facilities within the complex, including a swimming pool, bowling alley, and fitness center. Several restaurants and bars across the complex offer a variety of cuisines, plus breakfast is included in rates. Travelers who don't want to walk 10 minutes to use a pool should consider the Nirwana Gardens – Nirwana Resort Hotel, which has one on-site.
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One of five hotels in the Nirwana Gardens complex
The aptly named Mayang Sari Beach Resort -- "mayang" means palm blossom and "sari" means flower essence in Indonesian -- is a beachside property that's part of the Nirwana Gardens complex, which comprises five total hotels. This hotel has a bit of a rustic vibe, exemplified by the its wooden chalets, though interior updates have rooms feeling contemporary and attractive. Unfortunately, the the lobby and on-site Spice Restaurant are more traditional and could use a refresh. Some past guests have complained of minor maintenance issues and evident wear. While the resort’s facilities are a bit limited, visitors can access all features at the other Nirwana Gardens hotels. Due to its tranquil setting, the resort is a favorite with couples, many enjoying a weekend away from Singapore, although families can also be seen on the palm-fringed beach.
Location
Expansive beachside grounds on Bintan Island
Set in Lagoi on the northern coast of Bintan Island, Mayang Sari Beach Resort is a 15-minute drive from the Bintan Island Elephant Park and a 10-minute drive from the Laguna Bintan Golf Club. Aside from restaurants and bars at Nirwana Gardens, there are limited options for dining and shopping. Meanwhile, Bintan is a 55-minute catamaran ride from Singapore’s Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, and the resort provides free transfers once guests reach the island (around a 20-minute drive away). Alternatively, travelers can fly into Tanjung Pinang, which is about 90 minutes by car from the resort.
Rooms
Simple but contemporary units with furnished terraces
The resort features thatched-roof chalets with furnished sea- or garden-view terraces -- some steps away from the beach. Albeit simple, contemporary rooms exude rustic charm with earthy colors, dark wooden floors and feature walls, and elaborate headboards with intricate carvings, plus floral throw pillows and bed runners. Amenities consist of air-conditioning, ceiling fans, safes, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, coffee- and tea-making facilities, and free basic internet (high-speed internet is available at additional fee). Straightforward, neutral-tone bathrooms come with showers, toiletries, slippers, and hairdryers. Some past guests have complained that the air conditioners are insufficient.
Features
Restaurant serving free breakfasts, but no pool
Guests of Mayang Sari Beach Resort are welcome to patronize the facilities at all of the Nirwana Gardens properties, and there is a free shuttle service between the resorts, though they're all within walking distance of each other. Overlooking the ocean, the on-site Spice Restaurant serves Indonesian and Indian fare for lunch and dinner, as well as free daily breakfast buffets. Food receives mostly positive reviews. The adjacent Mayang Sari Beach Hut is a thatched-roofed beach bar, which serves drinks and snacks from early around noon until late evening. While the palm-fringed beach is stunning and the shallow water is usually crystal clear, tar (black oil) on the sand and in the water can be a problem from time to time. Jellyfish can also be an issue. Guests should also note that the nearest swimming pool is at another Nirwana Gardens resort around a 10-minute walk (or short shuttle ride away). The Anindya Spa is on-site, however, and offers a range of traditional treatments using herbs and essential oils sourced from across Indonesia. The treatments can be administered at the spa, in the chalets, or on the beach. A fitness center has a range of cardio and strength-training equipmentThe Nirwana Gardens complex offers several other restaurants, including eateries that serve Asian dishes, seafood, and international fare. The resort also features a number of bars, including beach and pool bars, and a karaoke lounge. For meetings and other functions, Nirwana Gardens offers 12 function spaces.The resort can organize parasailing and water activities, such as snorkeling and kayaking. Max’s Dive Center can arrange PADI scuba-diving courses, as well as other dive trips. Nirwana Gardens also features a 16-lane bowling alley and zip-line. Additionally, the Nirwana Adventure-based Learning Zone offers a range of activities for little ones, such as sand castle building, treasure hunts, and face painting.
