Best Luxury Hotels in Indonesia

This beach and thalassotherapy spa retreat from the renowned St Regis group is full-on luxe, with less of an emphasis on local authenticity and more on the high-end bells and whistles f an international resort. Expect chandeliers, marble, statement art, 24-hour formal butler service, a cellar of imported wines, wagyu beef and caviar. There’s a champagne bar, two very fancy restaurants, a Children’s Learning Center and a regal penthouse complete with a grand piano. Take a swim in the central lagoon and you’ll discover a submerged sitting room and beach beds in the shape of human silhouettes by landscape designer Bill Bensley.

Exclusive and secluded, this all-villa resort provides private accommodations, each with its own walled garden framed by banana plants, a pool and dedicated butler service. It caters to an adult-only clientele, with a spa, two restaurants, an alfresco waterside bar and beach access. Kayumanis Nusa Dua has a wealth of options for those wishing to pick up skills or try something new while on holiday; take a dance class, go scuba diving, join in with water aerobics and play tennis. Or just kick back, do nothing and allow the staff to wait on you as you sip cocktails in paradise.

The Grand Hyatt’s meandering low-rise style ensures it blends in seamlessly with the natural surroundings; public spaces are contained within pagodas, leafy trails lead to the seashore, there’s an emerald Balinese pool and a longer thinner pool winds river-like through the trees. Yet despite this haven-like atmosphere, the resort manages to accommodate 636 bedrooms, more pools besides the ones already mentioned, a kids’ club, three tennis courts, mini golf, Kriya Spa and The Bay Club Fitness and Health Centre. Dining options include the Nampu Japanese restaurant, a buffet surrounded by fountains and freshwater pools and an eatery set up like a local night market.

Found in the southernmost part of Bali, the Aman Villas at Nusa Dua is set on a hillside overlooking the Indian Ocean. Each is designed with an inside-outside layout to fully immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. Menus revolve around local produce from the nearby Jimbaran Market, across a beach club restaurant, a Japanese restaurant, and a poolside bar Treatments at the spa make use of traditional Balinese healing techniques, plus there’s a fitness centre, a tennis court and water sports activities available. The villas are serviced by two butlers and a private chef, with guests enjoying access to a private Beach Club and the Bali National Golf Club.

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.

This clifftop resort opened in 2010. Its 73 palatial villas enjoy views across the Indian Ocean at the southern tip of the island, as well as plunge pools, hot tubs and full-length glass sliding doors to create an indoors-outdoors vibe. Peddle Thorp Architects and Wilson Associates Inc have fused traditional Balinese with contemporary Asian and signature Banyan Tree style. The peaceful outdoor areas take you back to nature, with tropical gardens, two chilled pools, a kids’ club, a full-service spa and three fine eateries. Do take the opportunity of the in-villa barbeque service with your own personal chef.

This elegant 150-bedroom property with antique furnishings and Javanese decor is evocative of a bygone era. Located a short drive from the palaces and close to excellent street food markets, it’s well-placed for tourists on the main artery of Surakarta. There’s an indoor/outdoor pool with the Tirtotedjo pool bar, catering for both the peak and wet seasons and the Mustika Spa. The Royal Surakarta Heritage has an all-day Srikandi Restaurant that serves a mix of western, Chinese and Indonesian dishes. King-sized and twin bedrooms are available across its superior, deluxe and executive categories.

Marking the debut of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in Southeast Asia, Keraton at The Plaza offers an elevated stay infused with Javanese heritage and modern Indonesian elegance. Located in Jakarta’s prestigious Plaza Indonesia complex, the hotel features 138 spacious rooms and suites starting at 64 sqm, with 12-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. Designed by renowned firm Hadiprana, interiors showcase contemporary interpretations of royal batik motifs, reflecting the grandeur of Indonesia’s historic palaces. Guests enjoy exclusive access to The Club, a refined private space offering all-day à la carte dining, afternoon tea, curated art, and a chef’s table for intimate gatherings.

Beyond the hotel, guests can access the facilities of Grand Hyatt Jakarta, including a salt-chlorinated pool, Club Olympus fitness centre, tennis courts, and celebrated dining venues. With easy access to luxury shopping, cultural attractions, and city landmarks, Keraton at The Plaza delivers a story-worthy escape with personalised service and timeless sophistication.

Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana is a 5-star luxury resort in Bali located just outside the artists’ village of Ubud which was once the former estate of Hendra Hadiprana – one of Indonesia’s most respected art collectors. Tanah Gajah, is hidden among Bali’s culture-rich highlands and the resort comprises 24 villas and suites, four of which are the property’s new Premier One Bedroom Club Pool Villas. Each Balinese-style villa features a 14-meter long private plunge pool, an outdoor dining pavilion, an outdoor deep soaking tub and original Balinese artworks from the late owners’ private collection. With an exceptional range of curated experiences that showcase local culture at its best and superb Balinese inspired cuisine along with classic Western options too guests are well-looked after. The beautiful resort is spread out over six hectares and is available for buyouts for corporate groups, wellness retreats, incentives, and weddings. The property is large enough to offer guests plenty of space but also intimate enough that the entire resort can be booked by one group.