Seminyak is one of Bali’s busiest and most popular tourist destinations. It can be hard to find a reasonably priced but still relatively luxurious accommodation in this area.
However, the Kayumas Seminyak Resort appears to offer both those things, though it hasn’t got 5-stars from the rating agency, it seems to have plenty to offer visitors on a tighter budget.
So, our review team set out to learn whether this resort is a sensible use of your holiday stash, and this is what they discovered at Bali’s Kayumas Seminyak Resort.
Our In-Depth Assessment Of Kayumas Seminyak Resort
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Hotel Type: 4-Star
Area of Bali: Seminyak
Star Rating: 4-Star
Typical Minimum Price per Night: 1,600,000 IDR (approx. $100 USD or $160 AUD) per night, with the understanding that prices vary by room and by season
Kayumas Seminyak Resort Address: Jl. Pura Telaga Waja No.18A, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Kayumas Seminyak Resort Website: Kayumas
Room Types: One Bedroom Suite, One Bedroom Deluxe Suite, Two Bedroom Suite, Four Bedroom Suite
Facilities: Tlaga Resto, Balinese Cooking Classes, Arana Wellness Retreat, Pool Bar, Fitness Room, Complimentary Shuttle Service, Yoga Class, Outdoor Garden and Meeting Room
We like Kayumas so much that it features in our top hotels in Seminyak list.
Cleanliness and Maintenance
We found the level of cleanliness and maintenance throughout this resort to be very good, and we had no major complaints while we were there.
Overall, given the low nightly rate, this resort makes an excellent impression in this category.
Sleep Quality
We were actually surprised to find how comfortable the beds were, and we really enjoyed an excellent night’s sleep.
We also didn’t find any significant noise or light leaks, and the airflow was good throughout.
Staff Attitude And Service Culture
No hotel in Bali needs to offer anything but a world-class service culture, and we actually felt like one of the family by the time we left Kayuma Seminyak Resort.
The staff are dedicated to ensuring you have a fabulous stay, and they are really kind and helpful.
Check-in/Check-out Experience
While the resort isn’t huge, it’s big enough that it can be a bit of a slog from the front desk to the room. Fortunately, they will send someone to help carry your luggage after you check in.
The check-in process is simple enough, though, and you won’t be kept waiting long for a comfy bed.
Bathroom Quality & Functionality
The bathrooms are a decent size, and the supplied toiletries are OK. They weren’t our favourite towels, ever, but they did get us dry enough.
Value For Money
You really can’t beat the value for money at this resort and we’d recommend staying at Kayumas Seminyak Resort in a heartbeat if you’re on a tight budget.
It’s hard to find cheaper places in Seminyak, and they’re often not all that, but Kayumas is fabulous for the cash.
Food And Beverage Execution
We enjoyed eating and drinking in this hotel, and everything was fresh, well-presented and tasty enough, but it’s not the kind of food that you’d come to this hotel especially for, either.
Bali’s dining scene simply has too much world-class competition for that.
Location & Immediate Surroundings
Seminyak is one of Bali’s best-loved and most popular beach towns. It’s safe, attractive and has a very good beach.
There are nightlife, shopping and dining options galore in the neighborhood and it serves as a good base to get out and see the rest of the island.
Facilities & Amenities Vs Promise
The onsite facilities are good, though not great, but we think for the price of a room here, they still represent value for money. We appreciated the small on-site gym for a morning work out.
Overall “Personality”
This is a nice hotel but not the sort of place that carves itself indelibly into your memory. It feels like a small Balinese family business and we found it made for a pleasant home for a few days.
But it doesn’t have a big, bold personality that will make you remember it often in the years to come.
Summary: Our Overview Of Kayumas Seminyak Resort
We think Kaymas Seminyak Resort is a bit of a hidden gem and we’d be very happy to stay here on a holiday in Seminyak.
Sure, it’s not an ultra-luxury resort but there’s a lot to like about this place and it’s very well situated too.
We’d recommend this to anyone that thinks they’d enjoy staying here. It’s certainly not going to disappoint you, unless you have incredibly high standards and the kind of money to pay for those standards.
Grading: Excellent/Highly Recommended
Other good hotels in Seminyak include Blu-Zea and Kanvaz.
FAQs
Is Kayumas Seminyak Resort Family Friendly?
Yes, Kayumas Seminyak Resort is family-friendly. Children under the age of 11 may stay for free when accompanied by their parents or guardians.
The swimming pools are decent, though they are not specifically designed for children. The resort offers no other child-friendly facilities, though, and if your kids need constant supervision or entertainment during their stay, this may not be the hotel for you.
Overall, reviews from families that have been to this hotel are positive, and it’s in a great location for beach access and for exploring Seminyak.
Final Thoughts On Kayumas Seminyak Resort
Kayumas Seminyak Resort represents phenomenal value for money. The rooms are huge and luxurious, and while there aren’t huge numbers of amenities at this hotel, you are in an excellent location for exploring Seminyak and for access to the beach.
The onsite restaurant is a great place to enjoy a little breakfast to set yourself up for the day, or for a snack at the end of a day trip.
Overall, we’d be very happy to recommend this resort to travellers on a tight budget; it’s a bit of a steal, in fact.
