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Jl. Nirjhara, Banjar Kedungu, Belalang, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali 82121, Indonesia Get directions

"With its small, dripping-in-flowers footprint and thoughtful design blending Balinese touchpoints and contemporary luxuries, this intimate waterfall resort offers barefoot bliss in Tabanan Regency, hidden in a picturesque traditional village minutes from an off-the-beaten-path black-sand beach far from the tourist throngs. This tropical bolthole is in a lesser-known region, Tabanan Regency, northwest of the holidaying swarm and tucked into the little village of Kedungu, from which many of its staff hail. Beside verdant rice fields and with its very own waterfall—the resort’s name means “waterfall” in Sanskrit—it’s on nearly five acres, and the room types are delightfully distinctive. Couples tend to enjoy one of the seven intimate Canopy Suites, which feel like timber treehouses and reveal panoramic views from the roof patio where a two-person tub is perched. Nirjhara delivers a lot for its approachable rate, and while the fabulous spa, vast saltwater pool, satisfying restaurant, and gratis programming entice you to stay and relax, the resort and its enthusiastic team expertly incite you to head out and explore a region of the island with blissfully far fewer tourists than is often the reality on this popular isle." - Chris Schalkx, Kathryn Romeyn

"Spiritual Blessings at Nirjhara in Bali offers a spiritual escape with sound healing, meditation, and a cleansing ritual at holy springs, culminating in a majestic waterfall submersion."

"A secluded jungle hideaway north of Canggu centered on a rushing on-site waterfall, offering a small collection of wood-clad suites, villas and tree houses with fragrant flower-filled soaking tubs and views over tumbling water. The restaurant champions slow food with nearly all ingredients sourced locally (about 95 percent), the infinity-edge main pool overlooks the waterfall, and complimentary yoga and meditation take place in a bamboo shala, while curated off-property activities encourage guests to explore nearby beaches, waterfalls, temples and cultural experiences." - Kathryn Romeyn

"Tran and Portier took the same sustainable approach to luxury with Vela as they did with Nirjhara, an eco-resort they opened in Tabanan Regency, an administrative district in southern Bali, in 2020."

"An traditional ship with superyacht amenities in Indonesia. “The only limit is the guest’s imagination,” says Dimitri Tran of the sailing possibilities onboard Vela, the 164-foot (50-meter) private yacht of luxury Balinese eco-hideaway Nirjhara. Custom-built in 2022 for multi-night charters sailing the vast Indonesian archipelago, the stunning vessel combines the traditional feel of a traditional Indonesian phinisi with the modern appeal of a superyacht—complete with an outdoor gym, masseuse, yoga instructor, and water toy collection. "While Vela’s design is distinctly contemporary, the boat remains inherently Indonesian, and we wanted to convey a different perspective on this beautiful country," adds Tran, who is the co-founder of Nirjhara. That translates into ceramics produced in Ubud, custom-made fabrics handwoven in East Bali using plant-based dye, a craft-cocktail list that infuses exotic fruits and herbs from the region, and a bespoke collection of reef-friendly bath amenities inspired by the scents of the Indonesian Spice Islands, made using natural ingredients."