Our family visited Ritz-Carlton Bali back in May 2024. It was the first time we’ve ever visited Indonesia.
Having gone back to Indonesia twice after May for work and staying at other hotels in the city, I can confidently state the Ritz-Carlton Bali stands head and shoulders (and chest and belly button) above the rest of the crowd.
From the moment you enter the compound, and make no mistake this is one property well deserving of the word “compound”, you are transported to an exquisitely crafted and meticulously maintained tropical paradise.
The view from the top of the cliff is simply breathtaking. It stops you in your tracks. Reminds me of a scene from Jurassic Park. Filled with endless foliage and trees and ocean. It’s truly awe inspiring to see the sheer size of the compound and the endless ocean blue filling up your entire vision.
The compound itself blends seamlessly into the geography. Understated and elegant. Classic Ritz. None of the overcrowding like other hotels in the area.
We saw couples taking advantage of their free photography service. Beautiful couples in their wedding dresses and tuxedos. Ecstatic to be in Bali and staying at this legendary Ritz. Happy for them. What a great choice.
Their seaside picturesque chapel was a sight to behold as well. Towering and architecturally stunning, we saw 2 weddings take place from afar. A privilege for the couple to be served by the fine Ladies and Gentlemen of the Ritz-Carlton.
Our family literally stayed on site for the entire 3 day trip. We simply wanted to soak in the relaxing atmosphere and recharge. We took a little walking trip to see the hotel right next door (not going to name names but you can google map it yourself), and was shocked by the derelict condition of their watering system, lack of maintenance, as well as the crowded pools. We made a hasty retreat and escaped back to the warmth and elegance of Ritz-Carlton Bali via the ocean sandy beach route.
We dined at The Beach Grill right on-site 3 times during our stay. It was shockingly good food. Usually restaurants with gorgeous ocean views like this just call it in on the food part. The chef very obviously takes pride in making exceptional food and I applaud him for it.
A tidbit of advice: All the restaurants on-site were fantastic. Try out the buffet breakfast at both Bejana and Senses if you are staying multiple days. They are both wonderful and we couldn’t decide which one we liked better. Many fond meals were had there and we can’t wait to go back in the future and stuff our tummies some more.
Thank you Ritz-Carlton Bali for making our first time in Bali so memorable. Thank you for taking the time and putting in the never ending hard work in making such a massive compound so meticulously maintained and well-run. I cannot even begin to imagine the amount of work that goes into keeping this 32-acre behemoth running. You guys are doing a fantastic job and it would be an honor and privilege to stay there again in the future.