“Views from upper rooms are amazing, nothing at all around this hotel, be prepared.”
The higher rooms offered brilliant views, with spacious balconies and a nice infinity pool perfect for unwinding. Wayan and the rest of the staff worked hard to keep us comfortable, which was great for a couple who just wants to stay in the hotel. The road up to the property is extremely steep, littered with loose shingle, making it a challenge even for walkers. We lost power for 4 or 5 hours and the hotel has no generator, so a torch and power bank are essential. When we descended to the main road it was filthy, dusty, dirty and utterly barren—there’s no other place to eat except the hotel unless you’re willing to take a 15‑minute taxi or scooter. Penida itself was disappointing; it seems they’re upgrading drains and roads, which means constant dust, no pavements, and you can’t walk anywhere. Every road on the island was awful, leaving my legs sore after a day trip.
Lisa-jane·A month ago