The Samaya Seminyak Bali

My husband and I recently spent a week at The Samaya, and it was nothing short of a glorious experience. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with such warmth and genuine kindness that we instantly felt at home. The staff at this resort are truly remarkable — the most kind, attentive, and helpful people we have ever encountered in our travels. Every detail of our stay was handled with such care and professionalism, yet always delivered with a personal touch. Whether it was the thoughtful service at breakfast, the immaculate upkeep of the villas, or the way every request was met with a smile, the level of hospitality was exceptional in every sense. The resort itself is stunning — serene, beautifully maintained, and the perfect setting for a truly relaxing escape. But what made our stay unforgettable was the people. The dedication and warmth of the team at The Samaya elevated our holiday beyond all expectations. We will absolutely return.

This is our first visit to Bali, 3 nights in Monkey Forest & 5 nights here. We will definitely return as Bali itself is the most beautiful place.||This hotel offers so much, I arranged for a driver from the hotel to collect us to make the very slow but comfortable transfer from Ubud. 2 hours later we arrived at this beautiful, tranquil oasis. Greeted with a garland of Bali flower & taken to our one bed pool villa. It was perfectly arranged with a sitting room, bedroom & spacious bathroom with indoor/outdoor showers. The pool area had full sun but a lovely shaded area also.||The food is amazing & with the Breeze restaurant being very popular to watch the amazing sunsets, book a table so you are not disappointed. Service can be a little slow, it did not bother us as we were happy to enjoy the moment, however some people did complain.||A few minutes walk or complementary buggy ride you can be in the town square, lots of restaurants, bars & shops selling a variety of quality items. In past experience, shopping in beach resorts can be predictable but here there is a huge variety. The food is also incredibly delicious, all our meals in Bali were lovely.||This hotel gives discreet elegance, its people are its true asset, everyone & I mean everyone, were filled with warmth & genuine smiles. This is a truly wonderful hotel with spectacular service & in a fantastic location. If I have any points for improvement, I would suggest the decking (in some places not all) where the sunbeds are located would benefit from some TLC as we did end up with a couple of splinters. Also I think the service around the sunbeds for cold drinks was lacking at times. None of this spoiled our experience, we will return & enjoy this wonderful hotel again.||A shout out to the Spa team, complementary couples massage & a hot stone massage were amazing.||Bali still holds a level of authenticity which makes it feel charming & fascinating all rolled together, book this hotel you won't regret it.

The villa was so big and really impressive. We stayed at the courtyard bit that is a 3 min walk or 1 min buggy from the main hotel. We loved this as it was a little bit more secluded but still so easy to get to the hotel. ||The villa pool was huge. The bed massive and very comfortable. Everything in the room / villa was perfect, well maybe except the a/c that was very loud but they all are aren’t they!||Hotel grounds were immaculate and the restaurant food was really nice could not fault it. ||The beach infront of the hotel was very clean also.||And the spa was really nice. We each had 2 treatments and would have loved to have more.||In summary, this was a fantastic stay, wonderful hotel the staff are so polite and helpful, our butler Kris was so good he helped us with taxis and restaurant venues. The villa was immaculate and the grounds and services so good. This was our honeymoon and the staff went above and beyond to make it more special. This was a wonderful hotel to stay at for the first party of our Bali holiday!! Thanks Samaya Hotel

This resort was amazing! First, the hospitality. Everyone here was very friendly and attentive to us. I was impressed that the staff even knew our names and addresed us accordingly when we arrive at the restaurant or in greeting us as we passed. Next was the location. The resort is within the town area so just stepping out of the resort will bring you into the town area. A 3 minute walk will take you to the main street where you can find food, shops, spas etc. And not the resort itself. The resort is situated right at the beach so you get a beautiful view of the sea at all times, whether you're having breakfast or dinner at the restaurant, or just chilling at the poolside. Although there are villas at the main resort, we booked one of the larger private villas which was located across the street. You can either walk over in about 2 minutes or call for a buggy and they will transport you to and from your villa. I do want to just say that while there are 2 restaurants at the resort, the main one is Breeze at the beach area. Although the website and GM's letter states that the other restaurant, Brasserie, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, that is incorrect. The Brasserie only serves afternoon tea and is totally empty most times. But then, you can always head to the Breeze very easily. All in, I would say that we had a great stay at The Samaya and will definitely be back in the future!

We recently stayed 3 nights in a beach front one bedroom royal pavilion as a family with 2 small children. The villa was huge and perfect for our family (especially the tv in the spa bath and the large pool). The service was also incredible. We loved the included breakfast. |The location is also fantastic as you get gorgeous sunset views over the beach and it's a short walk to markets and shops||I would highly recommend this hotel

We stayed at The Samaya for the start of our honeymoon in Bali, and it was the perfect introduction to the island. The villa was absolutely stunning, with a wide range of luxurious amenities that made our stay incredibly comfortable and relaxing. The staff were exceptional – so kind, attentive, and genuinely caring. We really felt looked after from the moment we arrived, with the team paying close attention to every detail. Breakfast each morning was varied and delicious, and the afternoon tea was such a lovely touch – something we really looked forward to each day. We were genuinely sad to leave and would absolutely recommend The Samaya to anyone looking for a luxurious, welcoming, and memorable experience in Bali.

This hotel was exactly right for us. It's close enough to the airport for a stop-over, but not so near that you hear the planes. The hotel is on the beach and has a lovely restaurant overlooking. We chose a large room with its own pool which was fantastic. All the staff are courteous and helpful. The hotel is an oasis of calm, but once you step outside you are in busy, touristy Bali.

We stayed at The Samaya Seminyak from July 21–23, 2025, as part of a family vacation. The property is lovely, with a clean and well-kept layout, and the pool area especially stood out – large daybeds, ocean views, and direct access to the beach for long walks along the shore.|The atmosphere was very relaxed and the staff were friendly. Evenings were especially charming at the restaurant, with candlelit tables set by the sea. The food was fine, though mostly European in style – not much local or Balinese influence. Also worth noting: there’s no full poolside service, so you need to go to the restaurant to place orders.|We did have a few minor issues: one afternoon there was no hot water (fixed within 10 minutes), our jacuzzi took more than 50 minutes to fill enough for the bubble system to function, and one evening there was a large wedding held on-site which we hadn’t been told about beforehand. Service around the pool also felt a bit absent, particularly given the price point, which is on the higher end for this category in Bali.|That said, the hotel went above and beyond when we decided to cut our stay short. After speaking with the manager, Karmaya, we were kindly offered a refund for the unused nights – a generous and much-appreciated gesture (though not something guests should necessarily expect).|In summary: a beautiful, peaceful place with a great location close to town and right on the beach. If service had matched the standard of the surroundings, it would easily have been a five-star stay.