Meredith M.
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I booked The Patra very last minute, at about 11pm, to escape an awful, noisy hotel. I wish I'd booked this place originally. It's so close to the airport (though not disturbed by aviation noise) and has a lovely resort vibe with nice tropical gardens. Rooms aren't exactly new but are very comfortable and the bed and pillows were excellent. Most importantly, it was quiet and I was able to sleep, which wouldn't have happened had I stayed at the other hotel.
Breakfast was excellent- plenty of Indonesian, western, Chinese and Indian vegetarian options. Love the Indonesian desserts! Gluten free bread is apparently available if you give them notice.
I didn't find the staff particularly warm, but they were efficient.
I didn't have time to use any of the facilities, but I used the on-site money changer, which had good rates.
The resort definitely is ageing, but is well-maintained and provides a high-quality Bali resort experience minutes from the airport, so is perfect for a transit. I will stay here again next transit.
Edit: I stayed here again at the end of my trip, due to its proximity to the airport. As good as the first time. Tried the spa, nice massage - not sure if the current location is a temporary one? Stayed again in a deluxe suite. Unlike the first stay, there was no TV in the bedroom- looked like it had been removed and not replaced. Was still able to use the one in the living area.
Would stay again.