Seminyak is located 2 km north of Kuta up Jl. Legian. The area really started coming to life in the last 10 years, with villas, hotels, bars, restaurants shops and delis. Seminyak is ‘expat central’, largely due to the location and access to everything. For someone on holiday, its not a bad place to start your trip. Getting to Seminyak from the airport by taxi will cost around 70,000rp depending on where you are going and will take 20-25 minutes.
The are plenty of accommodation options in Seminyak, ranging from the budget guest houses (Onada and Ned’s Hideaway) to the Oberoi Hotel, the best hotel in Seminyak.
Here is a quick look at some of the hotels in Seminyak.
•Amarta
Jl. Abimanyu 2000X
(0361)734793
Located on the small gang that runs between Jl. Double Six and Jl. Dhyana Pura, Amarta is ideally located for those wanting access to the shopping / party scene, while still getting peace and quiet. Very private set of 2-storey villas, each equipped with kitchen, porch area, living room, 2 bedrooms and bathrooms. Amarta also has a swimming pool. Boutique place with a good level of luxury.
•Bali Oberoi
Jl. Oberoi
(0361)730361
It so good they named the street after it. Lovely beach location in Petitenget. All rooms are set in luxury bungalows, with well attended grounds. Spa, restaurant, pool and great service. Luxury accommodation.
•Hotel Dhyana Pura
Jl. Abimanyu
(0361)730442
Located on the beach in Seminyak. Quiet at night for a peaceful vacation but a stroll up Jl. Dhyana Pura puts you straight into the party scene. Older hotel with a mid-range price, featuring 2-storey rooms. All room have hot water / AC. The hotel has a Christian connection and can handle weddings at the church next door. Gardens extend to the beach and there is also a swimming pool.
•The Legian
Jl. Pantai Kayu Aya
(0361)730622
High end hotel famous for huge rooms and good restaurant. Great views, huge bathrooms, views of the ocean. Located in the middle of the best restaurant area. Plenty of taxis patrolling outside making it easy to access the other parts of Seminyak / Kuta. Luxury accommodation.
•Panca Jaya
Jl. Abimanyu
(0361)737373
Located just off of Jl. Dhyana Pura close to Hotel Dhyana Pura. Budget place with fan rooms, 2-storey bungalows in simple setting. Only 300 meters from the beach and 2 minutes walk from the party scene.
•Puri Cendana
Jl. Dhyana Pura
(0361)730869
Small scale place with decent rooms set in 2-storey blocks. The small restaurant has a nice pool also. All rooms have hot water / AC. Mid-range place 100 meters from the beach.
•Raja Gardens
Jl. Abimanyu
(0361)730494
Located close to Hotel Dhyana Pura just 1 minute walk from the beach. Ideal for families with a selection of bungalows, cottages and a house. The bungalows are all fan rooms, the house AC. Family owned place with a large swimming pool.
•Sofitel Seminyak Bali
Jl. Dhyana Pura
(0361)
Located at the beach at the end of Jl. Dhyana Pura. Recently renovated villas, 2 restaurants and 2 swimming pools. Also a set of hotel rooms. Luxury accommodation with lovely gardens, spa and tennis courts.
•Villa Kresna Tropical Resort
Jl. Sarinande 19
(0361)730317
Located down quiet Jl.Sarinande off of Jl. Dhyana Pura. Just 1 minute walk from the beach and 3-5 minutes from restaurants and the night scene.
Compact area featuring rooms and villas. Has 6 ‘Lotus Suites’ that offer more privacy, a small kitchen and living area. Salt water swimming pool. Mid-range to luxury.
