Andaz Bali

The overview

A tropical haven nestled in drowsy Sanur.

The design

Past the large central Village Square – one of the many references to a traditional Balinese village, from which the resort takes its cue – you’ll find lowrise buildings clad in Javanese marble, bamboo and teak. Peaceful courtyards and lagoons, hemmed in by scaling canopies and lush greenery, make this an Eden-like sanctuary.

The room you want

Perfect for larger families, the two-bedroom Beach Villa with two twin beds in each room accommodates up to four adults and two children. Located just steps away from Sanur Beach, this expansive villa features plenty of communal spaces, from an oversized living room with indoor and outdoor dining areas to a private pool flanked by sunbeds. If that isn’t capacious enough, combine it with the one next door to form a stately four-bedroom villa.

Sip and savour

Fisherman’s Club – where beachfront seafood restaurant meets casual beach club – gets everything right; be it succulent grilled king prawns, piquant tuna sashimi or a mean negroni. Even breakfast is a decadent affair. Look forward to an extensive spread of European classics and Indonesian specialities, served in bite-sized portions so you can feast to your heart’s content.

The verdict

Only opening last year following an approximate five-year delay, Andaz Bali is an as yet relatively untouched haven, fronted by a quieter slice of beach than its more saturated neighbours like Ubud, Seminyak and Canggu.

Robb tip

One way to start the morning right is to catch the spectacular sunrise – said to resemble a huge, overflowing yolk – on a traditional Balinese fishing boat out at sea. But if you’re water-shy, cycle along the serene six-kilometre stretch of beach, stopping by the occasional cafe whenever you wish.