The hype
Families love the pool and slide, couples love the new Elara lounge, but everyone complains about the humidity and distance from Seminyak/Canggu action.
Hilton Bali Resort
$130-250/ night
Book this if You want a dramatic cliffside family resort with a killer water slide and don't mind being in a 'tourist bubble' for a few days.
Why People Love It
- The 40-meter cliff views are genuinely spectacular
- Four interconnected pools with a 30-meter water slide that kids obsess over
- The new adults-only 'Elara' seaside lounge offers a necessary escape from the family chaos
Quick Take: A massive, slightly aging mega-resort that makes up for its isolation with epic ocean views and aggressive monkeys.
Reviewed by @Theoandrodrigo: I stayed at this incredible resort in Nusa Dua for just $150 a night! We got upgraded to a stunning Junior Suite with ocean views, and the breakfast buffet was honestly the best I've ever had. If you have Hilton Honors status, the lounge access is a huge perk.
Guest Who Stayed Here Said
Reality check
The 'private beach' is beautiful but can have strong currents and seaweed; it's not the calmest swimming spot in Nusa Dua.
- You are a Hilton Honors Diamond member (generous upgrades to Ocean View suites)
- You have kids who will spend 6 hours a day on a water slide
- You want a self-contained resort where you don't need to leave the property
Cleanliness & Maintenance
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally excellent daily service, though humidity can cause a 'damp' feel in lower-floor rooms.
- Bathroom hygiene: Sparkling marble, but watch out for the privacy blinds on the glass walls.
- Maintenance: Solid, though the sheer size of the property means you might spot some peeling paint or worn grout in the older wings.
- Linens & towels: Fresh and crisp, typical Hilton standard.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells of fresh ocean breeze; some ground floor corridors can smell slightly musty due to the tropics.
Sleepability™
7.5SILENT
0-4LOUD
4-7.5MODERATE
7.5-10SILENT
- Maintenance workers near ground floor rooms
- Neighbors through connecting doors
- Monkeys thumping on the roof/balcony
Before you book
Good to know
- The 'Jungle Camp' kids club is free for entry, but specific activities like t-shirt painting cost extra (~150k IDR).
- Download the Grab or Gojek app before arrival; local taxis can be pricey and the hotel is isolated.
- There is no daily resort fee, but a 21% government tax and service charge is added to everything.
What to pack
- US/Universal power adapter (plugs can be loose)
- Strong bug spray (lush gardens = mosquitoes)
- Binoculars (for spotting ships and monkeys from the cliff)
Room Genie
Best picks
- Cliff Tower Ocean View (High Floor) — recently refurbished, best views, closest to the beach
- Executive Room — grants access to the quieter Executive Lounge and private pool
Rooms to avoid
- Ground floor pool access rooms — often damp, less private, and noisier
- North/South Wing rooms — older and further from the main action than the Cliff Tower
Room Request Genie – copy & paste
“I would appreciate a room in the Cliff Tower on a high floor (Level 10+), specifically avoiding connecting rooms due to noise sensitivity. If available, a view away from the construction/maintenance areas would be ideal.”
FAQ & Hidden tips
Everything you actually want to know before you book.
Is the beach swimmable?
Yes, but it can be rougher than the main Nusa Dua beach. Watch the flags; strong currents and seaweed are common.
Are the monkeys dangerous?
They are bold. They won't usually attack unless provoked, but they will absolutely steal food, sunglasses, and phones left on balconies.
Is the Executive Lounge worth it?
Yes. It has its own private pool, breakfast, and evening cocktails, offering a necessary quiet zone away from the busy main pools.
How far is the airport?
About 25-30 minutes via the toll road (Mandara Toll), which is fast and smooth.
Can I walk to restaurants?
Not really. The immediate area is other resorts. You'll need a 5-10 minute taxi ride to get to local dining spots.
Is the hotel renovated?
Mostly. The Cliff Tower rooms were refreshed in 2019, and the new 'Elara' lounge opened in late 2024. Some wings still feel a bit 90s.
Insider Tips
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Book a camel ride on the beach directly in front of the hotel—it's a quirky photo op unique to this specific stretch of Sawangan beach.
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The 'glass wall' in some bathrooms has a blind that must be manually lowered for privacy; check it immediately upon entry.
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For a cheap, authentic meal, take a Grab to 'Warung Babi Guling Pak Dobil' nearby instead of paying hotel prices.
5 things to know before you go
💡The elevators in the Cliff Tower can be slow and confusing—you enter on the 15th floor (lobby) and go *down* to your room.
💡The 'sand lagoon' pool is actually a man-made beach bottom pool, perfect if you hate real ocean waves but want the sand feel.
💡You can spot camels walking the beach in the morning and afternoon (they are kept nearby).
💡The humidity on the lower cliff levels can be intense compared to the breezy lobby at the top.
💡Room service prices are actually reasonable compared to other 5-star Bali resorts.
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