Bali, IndonesiaNusa Dua
The Balé Nusa Dua
Modernist pavilion enclave
Nusa Dua Bali, Indonesia
Renovated
2012
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe WellnessOutside the door
The house
Lifestyle RetreatsModernist pavilion enclave
This adults-only enclave trades traditional thatched villas for crisp modernist lines, built so couples rarely encounter another guest.
What it’s good at
Notable
White Palimanan sandstone walls enclose geometric pavilions with private pools and daybed verandas.
Notable
Every pavilion assigns a twenty-four-hour butler who arranges poolside barbecues and beach transfers.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
sharp, clean lines, sleek dark woods and Zen-inspired furnishings add up to interiors that might not look out of place in Milan
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Geger Beach is a ten-minute walk away, and hotel shuttles drop guests at dedicated loungers on the sand.
The rooms
Each pavilion opens onto a private pool, with an outdoor shower and a covered daybed veranda beside the water.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool and spa
The two-level swimming pool has in-water loungers on its upper tier, and spa suites include sunken stone soaking tubs.
Faces Restaurant
The poolside dining pavilion serves seasonal dishes from an open kitchen, plated on ceramics crafted by Jenggala.
At the table
TAPA Bistro serves cocktails and small plates above the lobby, and private candlelit dinners can be arranged outdoors.
How it began
Indonesian architects Antony Liu and Ferry Ridwan designed the grounds in 2001, reimagining the traditional Balinese pavilion with geometric sandstone.
Bali
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.