Best Design Hotels in Seminyak

Indonesia’s own Jaya Ibrahim designed all 66 of the sleek suites, 13 pool villas and the stunning ocean view Beach House at The Legian; incorporating natural-fibre furnishings, polished wooden floors and artefacts from around the islands. Guests can dine in the main restaurant and at the pool bar, as well as nibbling on canapes at the thatched Champagne Bar which is nestled between the ocean and a lily-pad-covered pond. The lobby bar doubles as a library, with books in many languages, plus there’s a spa, a Grooming Lounge and a Wellness Concierge to look after you.

Meaning “inner sanctum of well-being”, this hotel’s name gives a clue as to what lies in store if you stay here. It’s on the same beach as the Anantara, but a quieter stretch and has two restaurants; Breeze, with indoor and outdoor seating on its lantern-lit deck, and the Brasserie for Balinese food. Afternoon tea is included in your room price, as are cultural activities, yoga classes and 24-hour butler service. Your villa will come with its own pool and a four-poster bed — larger villas in the Royal Courtyard area have additional outdoor daybeds with gazebos and gardens.

A huge stone W is set between a row of swaying palms and the white sandy shores of the beach, marking the spot for this trendy seaside hotel. Taking a cue from the local area, its centrepiece layered pool has been inspired by a rice field. Rooms come with terrazzo bathtubs, robes and 350-thread-count cotton linens, with villas adding private pools. Be sure to party at the outdoor Woobar accompanied by the sounds of resident DJs. And do brunch at Starfish Bloo’s; an epic and famous buffet spread featuring a BBQ smokehouse, a ceviche bar, a sushi and sashimi station, and oyster shucking stations, as well as mountains of puds.

With 60 individually styled rooms, KLEO Seminyak brings the JdV by Hyatt spirit to Southeast Asia for the first time, opening in the heart of one of Bali’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Just a short stroll from Pantai Petitenget, the hotel channels the creative energy of Seminyak through a mid-century modern lens, with bold hues, curated artworks, and eclectic details that feel both cosmopolitan and rooted in their setting.

This is a place designed for connection, where rooftop sunsets turn into lively evenings, and shared spaces encourage conversations between travellers from around the world. Zia Tina, the Italian dining hub led by Chef Maurizio Bombini, serves heartfelt Puglian-inspired cuisine, from handmade pastas to thin-crust pizzas, in a setting that feels like a long lunch at a friend’s farmhouse table. Above it all, Rooftop Social offers a Riviera-style escape with a vintage soul, perfect for cocktails at golden hour, poolside lounging, and nights that stretch effortlessly into morning.