French elegance meets Balinese bliss at this ever-popular beachfront resort.
A sprawling resort that opens onto one of Bali’s most coveted beachfronts, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort masterfully balances grandeur with tranquility. From a resort-spanning lagoon pool to a seriously stylish beach club, this immaculate five-star haven is designed for ultimate Balinese indulgence, with a touch of French fantasy too.
Here are six reasons why Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort has earned its illustrious reputation, and a place on your next holiday.
1. It was named one of the best luxury beachfront resorts in Asia
Sofitel draws from its signature refined style to bring five-star French elegance to Indonesian shores. And with 60 years of global acclaim and a reputation for the finest European hospitality, it’s about more than looks too.
At the 17th World Luxury Hotel Awards alone, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua took home regional honours for Luxury Beach Resort and Luxury Resort, as well as impressive global recognition in the Luxury Beachfront Resort category.
Considered, flavourful dishes at a suite of resort restaurants, plus exclusive butler service for guests with Club Millésime access… Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua builds on a heritage of high-quality service, blended with Bali’s beachy island sensibility.
2. It’s on a pristine Nusa Dua beach
With some of the island’s most prized sands, Nusa Dua Beach is the perfect place to experience Bali’s seaside splendour. It’s just a short stroll from Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Resort to the shoreline, so the pristine beach and welcoming waters have never been more accessible. Follow the call of the gently lapping tides and you’ll find yourself at one of Bali’s best family-friendly shores, thanks to Nusa Dua’s ideal reef break.
3. It’s home to a great beach club
At Manarai Beach House, it’s all about atmosphere, with unobstructed beachfront views and a carefully curated menu that fuses international and local Balinese flavours. Here, you can watch sunset melt over Mount Agung as you toast to your holiday with a glass of wine or vibrant cocktail. As accompaniment, global DJs like Charlotte de Witte and Jonas Blue hit the decks to deliver the quintessential summer sound, all year round. Jump up and dance, or kick back and relax as the sun dips below the distant waves.
4. You can indulge in one of the best brunches in Bali at Cucina
Resort dining can often be a highlight of your holiday, and at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua, this is certainly the case. Chief among its culinary offerings is Italian al fresco restaurant Cucina. With head chef Patrizia Battolu at the helm, the team behind Cucina have struck a perfect balance of approachable atmosphere and flavourful finesse. The star of the show is its brunch, served every Sunday from 11am–3pm and curated by Chef Battolu herself. Tying together varied global cuisines from Italian to Spanish, French to pan-Asian and more, this feast of fusion dishes draws on the freshest local produce, delectable cheeses and intricate desserts in one of Bali’s very best brunches.
5. The club lounge offers butler service, cocktails and French le gouter
Even in tropical paradise, there’s always room for a touch more luxury. If you’re keen to go all-in on the finer things in life, the Club Millésime Lounge has you covered with a private library and exclusive lounge area where you can indulge in personalised breakfast, all-day refreshments and the fanciful French delights of ‘Le Gouter’ high tea. Private check-in and checkout ensure your Bali retreat begin and end seamlessly, while dedicated butler service delivers an exemplary VIP experience.
Insider tip: LuxPlus+ members can access exclusive savings when booking their Bali escape, putting a bit back in your pocket for that Club Millésime package.
6. The spa offers next level pampering
No beach holiday is complete without a trip to the spa, and this isn’t your typical offering. At Sofitel SPA, treatments take inspiration from the French culinary tradition, with treatments divided into three categories: ‘Starters’ (quick 30-minute treatments), ‘Mains’ (treatments of 60-90 minutes) or ‘Desserts’ (30-minute add-ons to complete the experience). Perhaps you’ll choose to start with a foot massage, pamper yourself with a Chinese hot stone massage, then treat yourself to a relaxing body wrap to finish. In a calming treatment room or at the scenic gazebo, you can sink into Nusa Dua delight from head to toe.
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