Raffles Bali

"Crafted into the cliff face of Jimbaran Bay, just 25 minutes from the airport, Raffles Bali is a 32 villa-only oasis. The entire property has been carefully designed to ensure every spot has an unimpeded view of the ocean, with peace and privacy the name of the game. The villas are a cool cocoon of high vaulted ceilings, lacquered mahogany floors, and idyllic views from the bed across your private garden to the ocean. Each comes with its own private pool, although for a change of scenery, you can choose to take a leisurely swim in the 82-foot beachfront infinity pool. For the ultimate oasis of calm and relaxation, be sure to book The Sanctuary, an open-air spa pavilion where tensions melt away to the sound of tropical birds rolling sea waves. Executive Chef Gaetan Biezus, affectionately known as Chef G by the Indonesian team, oversees the dining options across the hotel and strives to ensure at least 80 percent of produce is sourced from the Indonesian archipelago, with only 20 percent imported out of necessity. A must-book is Rumari, perched at the height of the hotel lobby for ultimate views and presenting a five-step culinary journey through Bali. Down at sea level is Loloan Beach Bar and Grill, which offers lunch and dinner menus featuring freshly caught seafood. The Writer’s Bar is the best spot in the whole hotel to watch the colorful sunset showcase, accompanied by a Bali sling and light tapas menu of Indonesian snacks. —Natasha Callin" - Chris Schalkx, Juliet Kinsman

"The Raffles Bali sits on 57 acres with just 32 private villas, each with its own pool, gargantuan shaded daybed, yoga mats, and ocean view." - Kathryn Romeyn

"Cascading down a Jimbaran Bay hilltop onto a private beach, Raffles Bali is the island's big-buck newcomer. The villas—complete with butlers and infinity pools—meld traditional Balinese touches with the brand's signature chicness (think lots of polished wood and creamy color palettes) and dining options run the gamut from farm-to-table riffs on Indonesian classics to candlelit dinners in a 'secret cave.' (And yes, the Writers Bar does serve a Bali Sling.)"