The Purist Villas & Spa
The quality of personalized service is why you come, of course, and it’s equally extraordinary, including a butler on call round the clock to help plan day trips, arrange for cooking lessons, book a massage, or nearly anything else that comes to mind. That said, the accommodations themselves are private enough that the Purist often feels even smaller than it is — should you opt to take a meal poolside rather than en suite, you may be surprised by the sight of other guests.
“Indoor” and “outdoor” are complements rather than antonyms around here; every element of the design is intertwined with traditional Indonesian patterns and values, not to mention lush tropical tendrils. Yes, there are flatscreens and DVD players, but all that starts to sound a bit hollow next to a private plunge pool — or the central, be-jungled infinity pool. And Balisimo, the open-air “restaurant” and tapas bar, slings pan-Asian plates and inventive, floral cocktails right next door.
Shuttles leave twice daily for Ubud proper, Bali’s cultural center and artists’ colony, now grown into a tourist center defined by its high-minded contrast with the hedonistic beach scene (“that many eccentrics can’t be wrong” goes the saying we just made up). Get your textile and architectural kicks, but be certain not to skip the Purist’s own spa, a figurative island of tranquil minimalism. This being a literal island, though, you’ll also have easy access to hiking, climbing and river rafting, among other outdoor pursuits. There’s your theme once the plane touches down: easy access.
How to get there: The Purist Villas & Spa is located approximately 39 km by car from Ngurah Rai International Airport via Mandara Toll Road, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Jl. Raya Batu Bulan, Jl. Raya Lodtunduh, and Jl. Tirta Tawar.
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Peu de chambre, toutes plus jolies et raffinées les unes que les autres, nature luxuriante, délicieuse cuisine. Endroit vraiment exceptionnel. Les chambres comme les suites sont incroyables.
River Villa 3 is wonderful, the rooms and facilities are at a very high level of aesthetics and service is very helpful
Rooms are beautiful and location is convenient
The design was gorgeous. The outlook was so private, looking out into the jungle. The bath overlooked the treetops. So serene. The restaurant was lovely and not too expensive. Shuttle into town was useful. Warm and friendly service.
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