Destination downtime

Karma Kandara Resort ups the fun ante with the perfect getaway.

Perched on a limestone cliff top high above the Indian Ocean on Bali’s Bukit Peninsula, the spectacular Karma Kandara Resort is an ideal destination to enjoy much needed downtime. The exquisite resort is renowned for its stunning lush green against a backdrop of sweeping ocean views. And for a spot of culture, guests can head to the famed Uluwatu Cliff Temple to watch the traditional Balinese Kecak dance at sunset.

The resort offers a choice of 54 one- to five-bedroom pool villas, including grand luxury cliff front residences All the villas boast sleek, minimalist contemporary interiors, plush furnishings and select artworks. Each villa is outfitted with semialfresco en-suite bathrooms, a fully appointed SMEG kitchen, and a spacious living and dining area conducive for family bonding.

Larger families will love the signature three-bedroom villas, which are adorned with natural stone, teakwood decks and indigenous grass or ironwood tile roofs. Apart from three spacious and airy bedrooms, there is also a relaxation pavilion, and a tropical garden framing the private pool.

The Three Monkeys Kid’s Club is the resort’s dedicated haven for energetic kids. With a daily changing activity schedule, parents can rest assured that their little ones are happily occupied while they take a dip in the clifftop Jacuzzi or sip a cocktail or two at the resort’s Beach Club. The latter is a surfkissed venue accessible via a hill tram that traverses 85m off the face of the cliff. Alternatively, enjoy a quiet beach walk or signature spa treatments at the Cliff Spa or the Beach Spa. A range of water activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, stand up paddling, and yoga and gym workouts also await.

When it comes to dining, there is something to please every member of the family. Take your pick from Monday Movie Night, Tuesday Poolside BBQ, Wednesday Family Style Dinner and Thursday All About Rice, Friday Pasar Kandara, Saturday Seafood BBQ Celebrations, Sunday Smoking Meats. In-villa dining after a long day under the sun is a great alternative for younger families, while destination restaurant di Mare serves Mediterranean cuisine with the option of wine pairing. The Temple Lounge, set on the rooftop of di Mare, evokes a convivial north African ambience, and is perfect for cocktails and Moroccan-inspired tapas.

Finally, pamper mum with a special Mother’s Day Brunch on 13 May, which includes fun activities for kids such as pizzamaking, face-painting and kite-making.

Karma Kandara Resort

Jalan Villa Kandara, Banjar Wijaya Kusuma, Ungasan, Bali 80362

Tel: +62 361 848 2200 karmagroup.com