Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa

Anatara Uluwatu is an amazing place, the sunsets from the balcony are one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. The rooms are immaculate, the food is always absolute perfection, safe and cosy for kids, the buffet breakfast is 100% worth including and the cocktails by the pool are an absolute dream. The resort is within walking distance from great markets, doctor and pharmacy and some cute spots for healthy lunch. Surfers dream as the waves out the front are world class. 10 - 20mins taxi from some of the best restaurants in the world but honestly this is if you feel like an adventure. Some days we stayed in as the resort is just such a special place to be. We celebrated our 40th birthday with friends and Heri put together the most beautiful dinner on the viewing deck, we can highly recommend for a special occasion! All of this was incredible but our favourite part was the people, the staff at Anatara are truely beautiful amazing people. Genuinely kind, caring, attentive and exceptional at what they do. Every interaction with every single person just made our day. We will return next year as we just had such a wonderful experience! Ocean view Room. August visit.

​A Place to Arrive and Breathe ​If you work a lot in your daily life, are stressed, and are simply looking for a place where you are welcome, seen, and don't have to solve any problems yourself, then you have come to the right place. The amazing team organizes absolutely everything for you and quietly clears away every challenge. ​Even the very first contact was incredibly warm. The hotel’s own driver service was excellent and made arriving right after the landing so much better. The gentleman who opened the car door for us welcomed us most politely, and the beautiful, airy lobby instantly invites you to relax. We were particularly delighted with the personal service from Ecka, whose attentive and welcoming nature made us feel that wonderful holiday spirit from the very first hour. ​The all-suite hotel is fantastic, as there are only a few rooms and therefore very little hustle and bustle. If you need some action, you simply go to the neighboring beach and then return to your oasis afterward. However, the hotel is probably not the right fit for small children, as it would likely be too boring for them. ​What is particularly important to us: In our own businesses, we all appreciate nice clients – so you should simply be a nice guest here too, and explain that to your children as well. Good service and fun are not a one-way street, but a mutual encounter. When you treat each other with respect, everyone has a great time together, and it creates a truly extraordinary holiday.

Expected disappointment: Resort location and room design would’ve had potential but reality was unfortunately far from a five-star standard: Room was infested with ants/termites, bed, all surfaces, and even the TV were covered with droppings; after changing to a another room in the middle of the night, situation remained the same. We were left waiting for 2 hours in the room without staff checking back on us or providing a solution after they inspected the infested room, until I went to the reception and complained. After my complaints, the staff had to talk to his manager and both of them did not seem to as much as try to offer us a drink for the endless waiting; instead, they politely asked us to keep waiting in that room. I did not accept the solution, which was “to be patient and stand by for their decision“ as our dinner plan was ruined and so was the night. The staff was in a bit shock when I mentioned we missed our dinner because we had to wait in the room. Reluctantly, they offered us a free dinner, but only at the restaurant upstairs that was to close; most importantly, the manager emphasized multiple times: “Please be aware, the drinks are not included“. That’s when we were clear: this place is not ready to cater five-star hotels‘ clientele, not by its infrastructure standard nor in its mindset. Power was out in the restaurant during our dinner; we were left waiting in pitch dark because they couldn’t print out the bill… they didn’t allow us to leave. Half of the menu was not available; coconut was “sold out“ at the pool bar at around 2pm. The good: Staff was all polite. Everyone, including the security at the gate always greeted everyone with a smile. Beautiful view from the room, especially for surfers.

My wife and I stayed at the Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort for 2 nights during our honeymoon, and it was absolute perfection. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the incredible attention to detail and the warmth of the staff. They welcomed us with a lovely reception that included delicious sweets, and when we walked into our room, we were greeted by a beautifully decorated bed with flower petals. It was such a thoughtful, romantic touch! The location of the resort is spectacular, offering breathtaking ocean views that you have to see to believe. Everything was spotlessly clean, and the cliffside pools were the perfect place to relax, unwind, have a drink, and enjoy some amazing food. If you are looking for a romantic getaway in Bali with top-notch service, stunning views and great sunsets, this is the place to be. We cannot recommend it enough! Thank you, Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort for making our honeymoon so unforgettable.