Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach ResortvsAlila Ubud
Both properties are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Alila Ubud scores marginally better than Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. Alila Ubud has a TripExpert Score of 87 with accolades from 7 sources such as Mr & Mrs Smith, Jetsetter and Frommer's.
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
Star Service
Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
Oyster
Forbes Travel Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Lot N5 Nusa Dua Tourism, Nusa Dua, Bali 80363, Indonesia
From $148/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "Smiling and efficient staff welcome guests with a cold towel and welcome drink, and escort them to reception." Full review
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Avoid those closest to the main lobby, as they offer no view at all.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Making up a part of the resort strip, the Sofitel has a vast pool that meanders past the 415 rooms, some of which have terraces with direct pool access." Full review
Jetsetter "Sophisticated family-friendly beach retreat with an enormous pool and a street market–style restaurant." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This 451-room luxury resort is located in upmarket Nusa Dua, on Bali's south coast." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Balmy ocean breezes wrap around the curved staircase spiraling down to the garden level, and a beautifully sculptured wooden tree of life emerges from the center up to the top of the domed ceiling.
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Condé Nast Traveler "Bali’s only five-star beachfront ballroom is not the only reason that Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort has guests singing praises and coming back for more. The serene escape on a..." Full review
Rough GuideAlila Ubud
Frommer's Jetsetter Lonely Planet Star Service Oyster
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Michelin Guide
Desa Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, Bali 80572, Indonesia
From $98/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The Alila has a beautiful campus with some very mature and elegant gardens as a part of its lovely landscape." Full review
Jetsetter "Clinging to a hillside over the Ayung River, Alila Ubud's low-rise landscape pays homage to a traditional Balinese village." Full review
Lonely Planet "Near Payangan, the Alila offers great views and modern luxury amid rural tranquillity." Full review
Star Service "Set in the Balinese hillside village of Payangan, this hotel has made sweeping efforts to minimize its environmental impact and aid the surrounding community in the process." Full review
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Note that there are a lot of steps to get around the property and those with limited mobility should request a room closest to the pool.
OysterLuxury
"Located in the lush Ayung River valley rainforest, the 68-room property offers luxury and serenity in equal measure, and its intimate feel makes it a particularly good choice for couples." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Alila Ubud is a luxurious – but excellent-value – hotel with positively inebriating views of the Ayung River, and an infinity pool overlooking the valley." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "With a cliff-hugging infinity pool and acclaimed dining, you won’t be roughing it at this Bali-based boutique retreat." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Think of Bali and you almost certainly think of idyllic white sand beaches, thatched-roof villas open to the sea breeze, and maybe a bit of snorkeling. Alila Ubud, then, will confound..." Full review
