If there’s a brand as synonymous with luxury as Four Seasons, we’re not sure what it is. This chain began as a venture to prove that hotels could be amazing experiences, and now? It’s a global sensation.
Each Four Seasons resort is unique, and this one in Jimbaran Bay is very different from its local cousin, the Four Seasons at Sayan. It’s in one of the nicest beachfront locations of any hotel on the island.
Our team could barely conceal their excitement when a trip to this resort came up, and this is what they learned at Four Seasons Bali Resort at Jimbaran Bay.
Our In-Depth Assessment Of Four Seasons Bali Resort At Jimbaran Bay
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Hotel Type: Luxury Hotel
Area of Bali: Jimbaran
Star Rating: 5-star
Typical Minimum Price per Night: 19,500,000 IDR (approx. $1,170 USD or $1,950 AUD) per night; however, prices do fluctuate regularly and vary per room
Four Seasons Bali Resort At Jimbaran Bay Address: Bay, Jimbaran, South Kuta, Bali 80361
Four Seasons Bali Resort At Jimbaran Bay Website: Four Seasons
Room Types: Two-Bedroom Jimbaran Bay Villa, Two-Bedroom Premier Ocean Villa, Imperial Three-Bedroom Villa, Four-Bedroom Premier Residence, Family Premier Villa, Premier Ocean Villa, Deluxe Villa, Jimbaran Bay Villa, Garden Villa, Royal Villa, Four-Bedroom Residence Villa, Three-Bedroom Residence Villa, Three-Bedroom Garden Residence Villa, Two-Bedroom Garden Residence Villa
Facilities: Kids Club, Tours, Spa, Private BBQ, Helicopter Rides, Wellness Packages, Boat Trips, Cultural and Spiritual Activities, Sundara Beach Club, Tama Wantilan, Alu, Telu Bar, and In-Villa Dining, Gym, Yoga Studio, Infinity Pool
Our team felt that this resort was one of the very best oceanfront properties on the island. Similarly, we think it’s one of the finest luxury places to stay here, too. It’s even one of our favourite spots for a family holiday.
Cleanliness and Maintenance
This is the Four Seasons, and there’s no doubt that their team are on top of every last detail. This resort is spotlessly clean everywhere, even in the places most teams forget to touch.
And the maintenance team clearly works hard to ensure that issues don’t arise, rather than trying to fix things when they do.
Sleep Quality
This may be the most comfortable bed that we’ve ever slept in, and it’s big with a world-class mattress and pillow setup.
We’d also note that each room is noise and light-sealed, so you can enjoy an idyllic night’s rest.
Staff Attitude And Service Culture
The service is every bit as exceptional as you’d expect at a hotel chain that made its name in proving that world-class service is never out of reach.
Whatever you need or whatever issue you encounter, it will be taken care of with absolute aplomb.
Check-in/Check-out Experience
Check-in and check-out are very smooth, though there could still be some minor improvements on this front; there’s no real barrier to getting into your rooms and enjoying what the hotel has to offer.
And yes, of course, they’d be happy to store your bags if needed before check-in or after checking out.
Bathroom Quality & Functionality
We could happily live in the bathrooms here; they’re so nice. The scale of them is excellent, everything works exactly as it should, and the towels are just perfect. The supplied toiletries are best in class, too.
Value For Money
It’s an amazing hotel, but we can’t help but wish it were a bit cheaper. We certainly never felt ripped off, but it’s a lot of money for a hotel stay all the same.
Food And Beverage Execution
We’d come to this resort just to eat here again and again. The food and beverages are absolutely perfect, they look great in photos for your Instagram, they taste as good as they look and are prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients that make you feel fabulous.
Location & Immediate Surroundings
The location has lovely views, and the resort grounds are amazing. But this bit of Jimbaran is a bit distant from most of Bali’s main attractions; that’s not an issue if you just want to stay in the resort, but exploring from here always means arranging transportation.
Facilities & Amenities Vs Promise
All the facilities and amenities are as advertised and genuinely awesome. You’re going to notice the attention to detail in every single thing, and it makes staying here a fabulous experience.
Overall “Personality”
We genuinely can’t imagine forgetting our time at Four Seasons Bali Resort at Jimbaran Bay, this place has a very clear visual identity and everything else supports that personality. It’s exactly what you need on holiday.
Summary: Our Overview Of Four Seasons Bali Resort At Jimbaran Bay
The Four Seasons Bali Resort at Jimbaran Bay really lived up to our expectations and its name. This is a wonderful place for a family holiday, provided that you can afford the price of admission.
You’ll find that nothing is too much trouble for the staff here and that every last detail is attended to properly.
Try it and see for yourself, you simply can’t have a bad holiday here.
Grading: Excellent/Highly Recommended
There’s no doubt that the Four Seasons is one of the best places to stay in Jimbaran, but you might also consider Raffles Bali and AYANA.
FAQs
Is Four Seasons Bali Resort At Jimbaran Bay Family Friendly?
Yes, the Four Seasons Bali Resort at Jimbaran Bay is family-friendly. They have a Kids Club to ensure that the little ones can meet new friends and enjoy some time away from their parents.
There are pools, gym access and other amenities that ought to appeal to children, and they are also welcome in the beach club, which offers access to water-based activities, too.
Overall, this is an excellent place to bring your family as long as you can afford the fairly steep room rates, but then, luxury like this always has a price.
Other great family-friendly options include the Ritz-Carlton and AYANA.
Final Thoughts On Four Seasons Bali Resort At Jimbaran Bay
Four Seasons Bali Resort at Jimbaran Bay is a multi-award-winning hotel, and for very good reasons. This place is a wonderful break for anyone who can afford it.
This corner of Jimbaran may not be the most exciting part of Bali, but you’re not that far from the more popular beach towns, and the views are amazing.
This is also the best spot on the island for great seafood prepared by the army of excellent chefs at this resort. You really can’t go wrong with this property.
