--- title: "Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Villas, Price, Verdict" url: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/bulgari-resort-bali-review description: "Bulgari Resort Bali review for 2026: every villa compared, real prices by season, the inclinator beach, Niko Romito dining, drawbacks and who should book." lang: en --- Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Private infinity pool and sun loungers of a one bedroom villa, looking out over the cliffs and the Indian Ocean (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-01-1200w.webp) Hotel review · 2026 # Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It? Bulgari Resort Bali review for 2026: every villa compared, real prices by season, the inclinator beach, Niko Romito dining, drawbacks and who should book. By **Jack Williamson**, Luxury Travel Editor Published 25 September 2026 Verified 25 September 2026 59 minutes ## The quick answer Bulgari Resort Bali is one of the island's most dramatic stays: 59 villas and mansions across 8.4 hectares, set about 160 metres above the Indian Ocean on the Uluwatu cliffs, with a guests only beach reached by inclinator. Rates start from about US$1,300 a night in low season and include 24 hour breakfast, butler service and laundry. Book it for privacy, views and polished service. Skip it if you want a swimming beach, walkable nightlife or brand new interiors. **Verdict** Still the most complete clifftop villa resort in Bali, provided you book an Ocean Cliff Villa and go in knowing the beach is for looking at, not swimming in. We may earn a commission when you use our links, at no extra cost to you. How rankings and funding work (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/methodology#how-we-make-money). Check Bulgari Resort Bali prices: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fid%2Fbulgari-hotels-resorts-bali.html%3Fcheckin%3D2026-10-25%26checkout%3D2026-11-01%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Private infinity pool and sun loungers of a one bedroom villa, looking out over the cliffs and the Indian Ocean (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-01-1200w.webp) 1 of 7 Private infinity pool and sun loungers of a one bedroom villa, looking out over the cliffs and the Indian Ocean - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Aerial view of the main pool, now the Serpenti Pool Clvb, with gold cabanas on the cliff edge (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-02-1200w.webp) 2 of 7 Aerial view of the main pool, now the Serpenti Pool Clvb, with gold cabanas on the cliff edge - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Open sided villa living pavilion with ocean view through the glass doors (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-03-1200w.webp) 3 of 7 Open sided villa living pavilion with ocean view through the glass doors - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Terrazzo villa bathroom with deep bathtub and double vanity (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-04-1200w.webp) 4 of 7 Terrazzo villa bathroom with deep bathtub and double vanity - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Aerial view of a mansion with its two tier pool inspired by rice terraces (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-05-1200w.webp) 5 of 7 Aerial view of a mansion with its two tier pool inspired by rice terraces - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Clifftop dining terrace with the Uluwatu coastline stretching away below (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-06-1200w.webp) 6 of 7 Clifftop dining terrace with the Uluwatu coastline stretching away below - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Table for two at sunset on the clifftop (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-07-1200w.webp) 7 of 7 Table for two at sunset on the clifftop - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Private infinity pool and sun loungers of a one bedroom villa, looking out over the cliffs and the Indian Ocean (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-01-1200w.webp) - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Aerial view of the main pool, now the Serpenti Pool Clvb, with gold cabanas on the cliff edge (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-02-1200w.webp) - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Open sided villa living pavilion with ocean view through the glass doors (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-03-1200w.webp) - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Terrazzo villa bathroom with deep bathtub and double vanity (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-04-1200w.webp) - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Aerial view of a mansion with its two tier pool inspired by rice terraces (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-05-1200w.webp) - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Clifftop dining terrace with the Uluwatu coastline stretching away below (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-06-1200w.webp) - Image: Bulgari Resort Bali Review 2026: Is Uluwatu's Clifftop Icon Still Worth It?, Table for two at sunset on the clifftop (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/images/bali-2026/bvlgari-bali-07-1200w.webp) ## What it is like Bulgari Resort Bali opened in 2006 on 8.4 hectares of limestone headland at the southern tip of the Bukit Peninsula, a few minutes along the coast from Pura Luhur Uluwatu, the sea temple famous for its sunset Kecak dance. Antonio Citterio and his Milan studio designed it, and the result still looks remarkably coherent twenty years on: dark volcanic stone walls, hand cut Balinese hardwoods, steep alang alang thatch and a restrained Italian palette of cream, mahogany and bronze. The setting is the headline. The resort terraces down a cliff about 160 metres high, so almost every path ends in a sweep of open ocean. Service is what reviews praise most consistently. Every villa has a 24 hour butler, breakfast is served whenever and wherever you like, and check in and check out are flexible as standard when the villa is free. The Forbes Travel Guide lists it as a Five Star property and the Michelin Guide has awarded it two Michelin Keys. Recent changes matter if you last read about it a few years ago. The main pool has been reworked as the Serpenti Pool Clvb, with gold cabanas and free snacks, fruit and cocktails for in house guests through the day. The beach has been relaunched as Serpenti Beach, a new one bedroom Serpenti Villa has been added, a Bvlgari Tennis Clvb now offers free court time, and the fine dining room is now Il Ristorante, Niko Romito, replacing the earlier Luca Fantin concept. ## The villas All villas are single storey (the Bvlgari Villa and mansions aside), walled, and built around a private infinity pool, an open sided outdoor living pavilion and a separate glass walled bedroom. The bathrooms are famous: a terrazzo room almost the size of the bedroom, with a deep tub, separate shower, double vanity and the full Bvlgari bath collection. One honest note on size. The resort's own pages list the new Serpenti Villa at 300 square metres and the two bedroom villas at 500 square metres, while third party sources quote the one bedroom villas anywhere from 300 to 500 square metres. We give the figures the resort publishes and flag the rest. | Villa | Bedrooms | Size | Max guests | What sets it apart | Best for | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Ocean View Villa | 1 | Resort page states about 500 sq m; other sources quote about 300 sq m | 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child | Entry category; ocean views over the thatched roofs of villas below | Couples who want the Bulgari experience at the lowest rate | | Premier Ocean View Villa | 1 | Not published | 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child | Higher up the slope, wider panorama | Couples who want a better view without the cliff edge premium | | Ocean Cliff Villa | 1 | Not published | 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child | Only eight; on the cliff edge with an unobstructed ocean view | Honeymooners and first timers; our top pick | | Serpenti Villa | 1 | 300 sq m | Not published | Newest villa, dense garden setting, Serpenti themed interiors, packages with spa and transfers | Brand fans and anniversary trips | | Premier Ocean View Villa, two bedroom | 2 | 500 sq m | 4 adults and 2 children, or 6 adults | Two suites around a shared pool | Friends travelling together | | Ocean Cliff Villa, two bedroom | 2 | 500 sq m | 4 adults and 2 children, or 6 adults | Cliff edge pool, second suite with two double beds, outdoor shower | Families with teenagers | | The Bvlgari Villa | 2 | 1,300 sq m | 4 adults and 2 children, or 6 adults | Two storey stone villa, 20 metre heated pool, cinema, spa pavilion, private entrance | Celebrations, privacy seekers, VIPs | | Three Bedroom Mansion (3 in total) | 3 | Not published | 6 adults and 3 children, or 9 adults | Separate entrance, lift, two tier pool shaped like rice terraces, spa pavilion | Multigenerational families | | Five Bedroom Mansion (2 in total) | 5 | Not published | 10 adults and 5 children, or 15 adults | Two buildings, private gym, full kitchen, VIP airport transfer included | Large groups and buyouts | Standard inclusions listed on the villa pages: 24 hour breakfast, a non alcoholic minibar, butler service, laundry and pressing, daily pool snacks, an Italian aperitivo at sunset, yoga sessions and a melukat purification ceremony. Mansion guests also get airport transfers with VIP immigration assistance. Check your rate description, as packages vary. ## Which villa to book **Couples and honeymooners:** book the one bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa. Several independent reviewers make the same point: many Ocean View Villas look out across the roofs of the villas below, whereas the eight cliff edge villas see nothing but water. It is the single upgrade that changes the stay most. **Value hunters:** the Ocean View Villa gets you the same interiors, bathroom, butler and inclusions. Ask for a villa high on the slope and accept a roofline in your view. **Families with young children:** a two bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa gives the children their own suite. Be aware that the resort is steep and full of stairs, and Il Ristorante does not admit children under five. **Groups and multigenerational trips:** the Three Bedroom Mansions are the smartest buy in the resort, with their own entrance, lift and spa pavilion, and they work out cheaper per couple than three separate villas on many dates. **Once in a lifetime:** the Bvlgari Villa, with its 20 metre pool and cinema, covers 1,300 square metres over two storeys. It is priced on request. See villa availability at Bulgari Resort Bali: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fid%2Fbulgari-hotels-resorts-bali.html%3Fcheckin%3D2026-10-25%26checkout%3D2026-11-01%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0 ## Food and drink **Il Ristorante, Niko Romito** is the dinner room. Romito's flagship Reale in Abruzzo holds three Michelin stars, and in Bali the kitchen is run day to day by chef de cuisine Francesca Stabile, trained at the ALMA culinary school and formerly sous chef at Il Ristorante in Rome. Expect precise modern Italian cooking with Balinese produce, served 6 pm to 10 pm, resort smart casual, no children under five. **Sangkar** is the all day restaurant at the highest point of the cliff, open 6.30 am to 11 pm. The menu leans Balinese and Indonesian (grilled snapper with sambal dabu dabu, braised beef cheek in local spices) alongside international plates, under light fittings made from traditional rooster cages and art by the late Balinese painter Made Wianta. **The Bvlgari Bar** is the sunset spot, and it now hosts a **Pizza Bar by Pier Daniele Seu**, the Roman pizzaiolo behind Seu Pizza Illuminati, named Pizza Chef of the Year by 50 Top Pizza in 2019. Doughs are fermented for around 30 hours. Some reviewers mention that sunset tables need booking. Private dining can be set up in your villa, on the lawn or on the beach. Older reviews refer to La Spiaggia, a tiny grill at the foot of the cliff; the resort's current dining list no longer names it, so check what is operating on the beach during your dates. Honest note: several reviews call the breakfast spread underwhelming for the price, and suggest ordering à la carte to the villa instead, which is included anyway. ## Spa and activities **The Bvlgari Spa** sits at the ocean edge inside a Javanese joglo, a traditional carved wooden house, and runs daily from 9 am to 9 pm. The signature is a four hands per guest couples ritual (four therapists in total) using warm volcanic stones and aromatic oils, alongside Balinese massage, body wraps and an Ayurvedic inspired ritual. Beyond the spa: the Bvlgari Gymnasivm with personal trainers, the new **Bvlgari Tennis Clvb** with complimentary court access, 90 minute private coaching and a Little Gems children's programme, yoga with a dedicated instructor, and a clifftop wedding chapel. **Serpenti Beach** is the great set piece. An inclinator, a glass cabin that runs down the cliff face, delivers you to a sheltered white sand cove closed to the public by land and sea. There are four pairs of sunbeds and a cabana, with cold towels and drinks brought down. Swimming is another matter; currents and reef make the sea unsafe much of the time, and the beach can close in strong wind or rain. ## What it costs Rates move constantly, so treat these as guides from live checks and published reviews, not quotes. | Season | Months | One bedroom Ocean View Villa | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Low (wet season) | Mid January to March, November | From about US$1,300 | Afternoon showers, best chance of value offers | | Shoulder | April to June, September to October | About US$1,400 to US$1,800 | Dry, lower demand than midsummer; late September 2026 checks sat around US$1,400 | | Peak | July, August, Easter, Christmas and New Year | About US$1,800 to US$2,900+ | Minimum stays likely at year end | | Ocean Cliff, Serpenti and two bedroom villas | Year round | A clear step up from the Ocean View rate | Varies widely by date; compare live | | Bvlgari Villa and mansions | Year round | On request | Contact the resort or a luxury agent | **What drives price:** cliff edge position, school holidays, Christmas and New Year, and whether packages bundle spa time or transfers (the Serpenti Villa offer for two nights or more adds a 60 minute massage for two and return limousine transfers). **Taxes and fees:** Indonesian hotels commonly quote rates before 21 percent government tax and service charge. Always confirm whether a price is inclusive. We found no separate resort fee listed, but check the final booking screen. **Meal plans:** there is no all inclusive plan. Breakfast (at any hour), non alcoholic minibar, pool snacks and a sunset aperitivo are included; lunch, dinner and alcohol are extra, and resort dining is priced at a premium. Extra beds have been reported at over US$100 a night. **Transfers:** included for mansion guests and in some packages; otherwise arrange a car through the resort or book independently. Check the official site for direct booking offers, which sometimes add spa credit or transfers: https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali ## Getting there The resort is about 20 km south of Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), roughly 45 minutes by car depending on traffic. The Bukit roads bottleneck in late afternoon and on holidays, so allow an hour or more at peak times. Mansion guests get VIP fast track immigration; others can request it. ## Best time to go Bali's dry season runs roughly from April to October, the wet season from November to March. For the Bulgari specifically, May, June and September hit the sweet spot: dry skies, calm evenings for the Bvlgari Bar at sunset, and rates below the July, August and Christmas peak. ## The honest drawbacks - **The beach is scenic, not swimmable.** If a lagoon swim matters, look at Nusa Dua or the Maldives instead. - **Some interiors feel dated.** Recent guest reviews on Tripadvisor note that parts of the villas are due a refresh. The new Serpenti spaces are the exception. - **Steep and stair heavy.** Buggies help, but the slope makes it hard for anyone with limited mobility. - **Monkeys.** Macaques from the temple forest do raid outdoor minibars and bathrooms; keep doors shut. - **Isolation.** Nothing is walkable. Every meal out means a car, and resort prices add up quickly. - **Plunge pools are modest** compared with newer villa resorts nearby. - **Weddings and events** can take over public spaces on some evenings. ## Who should book, and who should not **Book it if** you want privacy, a butler, a view that stops conversation and a quiet Italian polish, and you are happy to spend most of the stay inside the gates. It is excellent for honeymoons, milestone birthdays and family groups taking a mansion. **Skip it if** you want to swim in the sea every day, walk to beach clubs, travel with a toddler who needs flat ground, or want the newest design in Bali. Travellers after culture and rice fields should split the stay with a few nights in Ubud. ## Alternatives - **Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan:** jungle river valley in Ubud, the best pairing with the Bulgari. See our full Four Seasons Sayan vs Bvlgari Bali comparison (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/four-seasons-sayan-vs-bvlgari-bali-2026). Check Four Seasons Sayan prices (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fid%2Ffour-seasons-resort-bali-at-sayan.html%3Fcheckin%3D2026-10-25%26checkout%3D2026-11-01%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) - **Six Senses Uluwatu:** clifftop views nearby with a stronger wellness programme and typically lower rates. Check Six Senses Uluwatu prices (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fid%2Fsix-senses-uluwatu.html%3Fcheckin%3D2026-10-25%26checkout%3D2026-11-01%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) - **Alila Villas Uluwatu:** striking contemporary architecture on the same coast, for design fans who prefer a younger feel. Check Alila Villas Uluwatu prices (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fid%2Falila-villas-uluwatu.html%3Fcheckin%3D2026-10-25%26checkout%3D2026-11-01%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) - **Raffles Bali:** all pool villas on the Jimbaran hillside, closer to the airport, with its own beach access. Check Raffles Bali prices (https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101801746-17288959?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fhotel%2Fid%2Fraffles-bali.html%3Fcheckin%3D2026-10-25%26checkout%3D2026-11-01%26group_adults%3D2%26no_rooms%3D1%26group_children%3D0) For the full field, see our guide to the best luxury hotels in Bali for 2026 (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/best-luxury-hotels-bali-2026), or compare every genuine cliff edge stay in our ranking of the best clifftop resorts in Bali for couples (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/best-clifftop-resorts-bali-couples). ## FAQ Is Bulgari Resort Bali worth the money? Yes, for couples who value privacy, service and views over a swimming beach. The rate includes 24 hour breakfast, butler service, laundry and daily snacks, which narrows the gap with rivals. It is less convincing if you book the cheapest villa with a roof blocking your view, so budget for an Ocean Cliff Villa if you can. How much does Bulgari Resort Bali cost per night? Expect from about US$1,300 for a one bedroom Ocean View Villa in low season, around US$1,400 to US$1,800 in shoulder months and well over US$2,000 at peak times such as August and Christmas. Rates often exclude 21 percent tax and service. The Bvlgari Villa and mansions are priced on request. Can you swim at the Bulgari Bali beach? Usually not safely. Serpenti Beach is a beautiful private cove reached by inclinator, but strong currents and reef make ocean swimming risky much of the year, and the beach closes in rough weather. Most guests sunbathe there and swim in their villa pool or the Serpenti Pool Clvb. How do you get down to the beach? By inclinator, a glass cabin that travels down the roughly 160 metre cliff, or by the cliffside stairs. The beach is reserved for in house guests and cannot be reached by the public from land or sea. Earlier reviews reported the inclinator closing in late afternoon, so check hours on arrival. Which villa is best at Bulgari Resort Bali? The one bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa. There are only eight, set right on the cliff edge, and they have unobstructed ocean views that many Ocean View Villas lack. Families should look at the two bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa, and groups at the Three Bedroom Mansions. How far is Bulgari Resort Bali from the airport? About 20 km south of Ngurah Rai International Airport, roughly 45 minutes by car depending on traffic. Traffic on the Bukit Peninsula can stretch it to an hour or more in the late afternoon and during holidays. Mansion guests get complimentary VIP transfers. Is Bulgari Resort Bali good for families? It works for families with older children, especially in two bedroom villas or mansions, and the Little Gems programme covers tennis and menus for younger guests. Toddlers are harder: the resort is steep with many stairs, and Il Ristorante does not admit children under five. Is breakfast included at Bulgari Bali? Yes on standard rates. Breakfast is served at any hour, in your villa or at Sangkar, alongside a non alcoholic minibar, pool snacks and a sunset aperitivo. Lunch, dinner and alcohol are charged separately, and there is no all inclusive plan. Bulgari Bali or Four Seasons Sayan? Choose the Bulgari for ocean cliffs, privacy and polish; choose Four Seasons Sayan for jungle, rice terraces and easy access to Ubud's culture. Many travellers combine them, three nights in Ubud then three on the cliffs. Our dedicated comparison covers villas, prices and food side by side. When is the best time to visit Bulgari Resort Bali? May, June and September. The dry season brings clear sunsets and calmer conditions, while those months avoid the July, August and Christmas price peak. November to March is cheaper but wetter, with short, heavy afternoon showers. Do all Bulgari Bali villas have an ocean view? Every category is marketed as ocean view, but the view differs sharply. The resort has 59 villas and mansions across 8.4 hectares, and only the eight one bedroom Ocean Cliff Villas have an unobstructed view. The official Ocean View Villa copy describes thatched roofs descending to the horizon, which means looking over other villas. What does each villa category cost at Bulgari Bali? Agency lead in rates seen September 2026 were about USD 1,702 for an Ocean View Villa, USD 1,940 for a Premier Ocean View Villa, USD 2,383 for a one bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa, USD 4,782 for a two bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa, USD 11,096 for The Bvlgari Villa and USD 14,065 for the Five Bedroom Mansion. Serpenti Villa and Three Bedroom Mansion rates are not published. Rates move, so check live prices. Is the Premier Ocean View Villa worth the upgrade? It is the weakest value move. It costs about USD 240 more than the Ocean View Villa, based on rates seen September 2026, for a position higher in the garden and no extra space. The step to an Ocean Cliff Villa, about 40 percent more, buys the cliff edge position that only eight units have. Rates move, so check live prices. What taxes are added at Bulgari Bali? Indonesian national VAT does not apply to Bali hotel accommodation. Expect a 10 percent service charge plus regional hospitality tax quoted at 10 or 11 percent, so roughly 21 to 22 percent in total, checked September 2026. Foreign visitors also pay a separate Bali Tourist Levy of IDR 150,000 once per trip, not collected by the hotel. What time does the beach lift close at Bulgari Bali? Recent reports put the last inclinator run at 5pm, so guests cannot stay on Serpenti Beach for sunset. The lift descends about 150 metres, with further steps from the lower station to the sand. Check current hours on arrival. ## Keep reading best clifftop resorts in Bali for couples Read the full Luxury Hotel Compare guide.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/best-clifftop-resorts-bali-couples Four Seasons Sayan vs Bvlgari Bali comparison Read the full Luxury Hotel Compare guide.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/four-seasons-sayan-vs-bvlgari-bali-2026 best luxury hotels in Bali for 2026 Read the full Luxury Hotel Compare guide.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/best-luxury-hotels-bali-2026 Bali travel guide Read the full Luxury Hotel Compare guide.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/destinations/bali how Bulgari compares with Aman, Six Senses and Rosewood Read the full Luxury Hotel Compare guide.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/aman-vs-six-senses-vs-rosewood-vs-bulgari-2026 honeymoon resorts with swimmable beaches Read the full Luxury Hotel Compare guide.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/best-maldives-honeymoon-resorts-2026 our Aman Tokyo review Read the full Luxury Hotel Compare guide.: https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/travel-guides/aman-tokyo-review ## Sources - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/the-resort/overview - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/One-bedrooms/ocean-view-villa - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/One-bedrooms/premier-ocean-view-villa-one-bedroom - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/One-bedrooms/ocean-cliff-villa-one-bedroom - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/One-bedrooms/serpenti-villa - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/Two-Bedrooms/ocean-cliff-villa-two-bedroom - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/Two-Bedrooms/the-bvlgari-villa - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/mansions/the-three-bedroom-mansions - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/villas-and-mansions/mansions/the-five-bedroom-mansions - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/dining/il-ristorante-niko-romito - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/dining/sangkar-restaurant - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/dining/Pizza-Bar---Pier-Daniele-Seu - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/spa-and-fitness/the-bulgari-spa - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/the-resort/the-beach - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/the-resort/The-Serpenti-Pool-Clvb - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/whats-on/article/bali/at-the-resort/Bvlgari-Resort-Bali-unveils-the-Serpenti-Pool-Clvb - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/whats-on/article/bali/special-offers/The-Serpenti-Villa-is-unveiled-in-Bali - https://www.bulgarihotels.com/en_US/bali/whats-on/article/bali/at-the-resort/The-art-of-sport--the-Bvlgari-Tennis-Clvb-debuts - https://www.forbestravelguide.com/hotels/bali-indonesia/bvlgari-resort-bali - https://guide.michelin.com/sg/zh_CN/hotels-stays/uluwatu/bulgari-resort-bali-64269-6128 - https://theluxurytravelexpert.com/review-bulgari-bali/ - https://www.oyster.com/bali/hotels/bulgari-resort-bali/ - https://www.travelplusstyle.com/hotels/bulgari-resort-bali - https://www.thetraveltemple.com.au/bulgari-bali-review/ - https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2024/01/13/bulgari-resort-bali-is-a-timeless-gem-in-uluwatu-hotel-insider/ - https://theasiacollective.com/bvlgari-resort-bali/ - https://www.fivestaralliance.com/luxury-hotels/bali/bulgari-resort-bali - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulgari_Hotel_and_Residences - https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g1380108-d601550-Reviews-Bvlgari_Resort_Bali-Pecatu_Bukit_Peninsula_Bali.html - https://www.nz.kayak.com/South-Kuta-Hotels-Bulgari-Resort-Bali.302955.ksp From About US$1,300 a night Check rates → Luxury Hotel Compare home (https://luxuryhotelcompare.com/) Luxury Hotel Compare Independent reviews of the world's best hotels, written by someone who actually cares. 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The rate includes 24 hour breakfast, butler service, laundry and daily snacks, which narrows the gap with rivals. It is less convincing if you book the cheapest villa with a roof blocking your view, so budget for an Ocean Cliff Villa if you can." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does Bulgari Resort Bali cost per night?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Expect from about US$1,300 for a one bedroom Ocean View Villa in low season, around US$1,400 to US$1,800 in shoulder months and well over US$2,000 at peak times such as August and Christmas. Rates often exclude 21 percent tax and service. The Bvlgari Villa and mansions are priced on request." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can you swim at the Bulgari Bali beach?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Usually not safely. Serpenti Beach is a beautiful private cove reached by inclinator, but strong currents and reef make ocean swimming risky much of the year, and the beach closes in rough weather. Most guests sunbathe there and swim in their villa pool or the Serpenti Pool Clvb." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do you get down to the beach?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "By inclinator, a glass cabin that travels down the roughly 160 metre cliff, or by the cliffside stairs. The beach is reserved for in house guests and cannot be reached by the public from land or sea. Earlier reviews reported the inclinator closing in late afternoon, so check hours on arrival." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Which villa is best at Bulgari Resort Bali?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The one bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa. There are only eight, set right on the cliff edge, and they have unobstructed ocean views that many Ocean View Villas lack. Families should look at the two bedroom Ocean Cliff Villa, and groups at the Three Bedroom Mansions." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How far is Bulgari Resort Bali from the airport?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "About 20 km south of Ngurah Rai International Airport, roughly 45 minutes by car depending on traffic. Traffic on the Bukit Peninsula can stretch it to an hour or more in the late afternoon and during holidays. Mansion guests get complimentary VIP transfers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Bulgari Resort Bali good for families?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It works for families with older children, especially in two bedroom villas or mansions, and the Little Gems programme covers tennis and menus for younger guests. Toddlers are harder: the resort is steep with many stairs, and Il Ristorante does not admit children under five." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is breakfast included at Bulgari Bali?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes on standard rates. Breakfast is served at any hour, in your villa or at Sangkar, alongside a non alcoholic minibar, pool snacks and a sunset aperitivo. Lunch, dinner and alcohol are charged separately, and there is no all inclusive plan." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Bulgari Bali or Four Seasons Sayan?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Choose the Bulgari for ocean cliffs, privacy and polish; choose Four Seasons Sayan for jungle, rice terraces and easy access to Ubud's culture. Many travellers combine them, three nights in Ubud then three on the cliffs. Our dedicated comparison covers villas, prices and food side by side." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "When is the best time to visit Bulgari Resort Bali?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "May, June and September. The dry season brings clear sunsets and calmer conditions, while those months avoid the July, August and Christmas price peak. November to March is cheaper but wetter, with short, heavy afternoon showers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do all Bulgari Bali villas have an ocean view?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Every category is marketed as ocean view, but the view differs sharply. The resort has 59 villas and mansions across 8.4 hectares, and only the eight one bedroom Ocean Cliff Villas have an unobstructed view. 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