Karma Kandara

Awesome resort #experience karma # karma lover

We were amazed with the hospitality and the rapid availability of buggies, hillside tram and the free shuttle to Karma Jimbaran while we spent a week in Krr @ Karma Kandara, Mentari in April 2026. To top it off the variety of cuisine available at both La Mare and Samudra Ganesha restaurants tickled our palates. All in all we look forth to another smashing stay at Karma Kandara in the near future!

Karma Kandara, nestled in a remote location, leaves you stranded and reliant on a buggy for transportation to restaurants or even the reception area. The villas with pools are a letdown, featuring a deep and small pit that poses a significant risk to children due to its lack of proper steps or gradual descent. The Villa is adequate in terms of its size. Monkey menace is another concern, as these mischievous creatures could invade your villa and ransack the kitchen at any moment. Vigilance is the only way to avoid such mishaps. The restaurant menu is limited, and the Indian restaurant falls short of expectations. The food served lacks the authentic Indian flavors and culinary experience that one would expect. The menu offers limited options for Indonesian delicacies. The lobby at the reception is cramped and overcrowded during check-in and checkout. The limited staff strength often leads to longer wait times for guests. The housekeeping standards are below par, and essential items like coffee, tea, towels, and napkins are not being replenished daily due to stock shortages. Transportation organized by the resort is excessively priced. It’s better to opt for GoJack or Grab for both transportation and food delivery. The resort prohibits food delivery to the reception area, only allowing it to the main entrance. This tactic is designed to squeeze more money from guests through their sponsored transportation and restaurants. The beach is accessible by a slow-moving single-compartment tram with a capacity of four to five people. To enjoy the beach, you’ll need to purchase their reserved areas. Morning sessions are high tide times, and the sea is extremely rough with no sandy areas. The extreme heat and sun make it practically impossible to enjoy the beach during these times. Evening is usually low tide, but instead of sand, the beach is slippery rocky terrain, making things even worse for guests. When the tram is not operational, you can walk down the cliff through the provided steps. However, the descent and climb back are a Herculean task for average people, but it may be an enjoyable experience for young and adventurous individuals. Overall, we found Karma Kandara to be an average resort, not as exceptional as it was hyped to be in Bali.

Absolutely heavenly! Loved every moment here! Incredible service, breathtaking views, best beach club & a breakfast that makes your morning. Rooms are a little dated but cannot fault the resort in any way.

Wonderful experience We had in this Resort, the ambience of the place is unforgettable the staffs are so kindly and well mannered very first international Trip travelled to the place outstanding place.