Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa

For me, the Anantara Hotel in Uluwatu was no better than a three-star hotel. Overall, the property is in serious need of maintenance and care and felt extremely shabby. The main bar reminded me of a GAA club bar in Ireland — not at all what I would expect from a luxury hotel. We booked four rooms for three nights at €400 per night, per room. This is certainly not inexpensive, and Anantara markets itself as a five-star luxury brand. Upon arrival, we were extremely disappointed by the large number of steps leading up to reception. The foyer itself was also of a standard more in line with a three-star hotel. When we saw the rooms we had been assigned, we immediately decided that we could not stay. Unfortunately, we had booked a prepaid rate and spent over three hours trying to resolve the issue. The hotel did offer us alternative, supposedly “better” rooms (which made us question why we were not allocated those rooms in the first place). However, having travelled halfway around the world, we expected a far higher five-star standard, especially compared to other hotels we had booked during our trip. We did not want to risk ruining our holiday by staying somewhere that fell so far short of expectations. The manager agreed to refund only one night’s accommodation, stating that contractually we had prepaid the rate. I argued that, contractually, the hotel should also be providing the five-star standard it advertises on its website. The hotel was in a great location. Overall, the Radisson hotel next door is far superior in quality, albeit without Anantara’s location. I am genuinely surprised that anyone would consider the Anantara a five-star hotel.

I stayed at **Anantara Resort** on February 24 to celebrate my honeymoon. The resort is absolutely beautiful, and all the staff were very friendly. What I remember most was my check-in experience with Sofwan. He warmly welcomed us and personally escorted us to our room while explaining all the room facilities in detail. I truly appreciated his kindness and professionalism. From check-in to check-out, he took great care of us. This is truly a luxury resort, and the exceptional service from the staff makes me want to come back again.

We had a lovely stay at Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort. The cliffside ocean views are stunning and even with the rain during our stay, it still felt peaceful, just listening to the waves from our room was so relaxing. Our room was spacious and comfortable, the jacuzzi in the balcony overlooking the sea was a plus. We enjoyed slow mornings with breakfast overlooking the ocean. The infinity pool area is beautiful too, perfect for couples wanting to unwind together. Overall, great choice for a quiet, romantic escape in Uluwatu - rain or shine😍.

Incredible experience from the whole service team who went out of their way to make our trip so special. Special mention to Ari, Eka, Adi and Alan who went above and beyond and looked after us so well. We travelled with a child and elderly parent, their attention to every detail and making sure everything was attended to was exceptional. It was clear that the staff genuinely cared for their clients, well done to Anantara, we will come back for sure!

What truly sets this hotel apart is the heart behind it. The staff go above and beyond in ways that feel authentic and effortless. Their kindness, professionalism, and attention to detail transformed a beautiful stay into an unforgettable experience. If you’re dreaming of a luxurious Balinese escape that blends elegance, comfort, and genuine warmth, this is it. I left with sun-kissed skin, full heart, and a promise to return. Bali stole my heart—and this hotel made sure it happened in the most fabulous way possible.