The hype
Design lovers and honeymooners adore the privacy and the look, but practical travelers get frustrated by the heat and isolation.
The Tiing Tejakula Villas
$100-180/ night
Book this if You want to disappear into a brutalist concrete bunker at the edge of the world where the pool is blood-red and the silence is deafening.
Why People Love It
- The 'blood red' tiled infinity pool is a striking, Instagram-famous design choice
- Remote, end-of-the-road location guarantees almost zero tourist crowds
- Massive concrete-and-bamboo villas feel like a Bond villain's hideout
Quick Take: A stunning architectural statement that's starting to show its age, with a location so remote you're effectively trapped there.
Reviewed by @inkmediaprod: I stayed here for a weekend disconnect and the brutalist design blew my mind. Having a private pool with those concrete walls framing the jungle and ocean felt so intimate. It's the perfect spot if you just want to hide away in style.
Guest Who Stayed Here Said
Reality check
The 'upgrade' to an upstairs Mountain View villa is often considered a downgrade because the pool faces a wall/temple instead of the ocean.
- You appreciate 'rugged regionalism' architecture (lots of concrete)
- You want to do absolutely nothing but read and swim for 3 days
- You are comfortable riding a scooter to find local food
Cleanliness & Maintenance
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily service is generally good, but missed spots and dust in open living areas are common.
- Bathroom hygiene: Bathrooms are semi-outdoor, so expect some leaves or bugs. Grout and fixtures are clean but showing age.
- Maintenance: The concrete is weathering (as intended), but wood fixtures and cushions are looking worn/tired.
- Linens & towels: Crisp and clean, though some reports of towels being a bit scratchy/older.
- Odors & scents: Fresh sea air, occasionally mixed with burning trash smells from the village (common in Bali).
Sleepability™
7.5SILENT
0-4LOUD
4-7.5MODERATE
7.5-10SILENT
- Ocean waves (loud)
- Geckos and jungle critters
- Morning roosters from the village
Before you book
Good to know
- There is no Grab/Gojek food delivery here; you eat at the hotel or rent a scooter.
- The 'red pool' is the main communal pool; private pools are standard blue/green stone.
- Spa prices are reasonable (~450k IDR for a massage), so book ahead.
What to pack
- Reef shoes for the rocky beach entry
- Strong bug spray (you are in the jungle)
- Downloaded movies/books (WiFi can be spotty in storms)
Room Genie
Best picks
- Downstairs 'Pool Villa' (Ocean View) — you get a private pool AND an outdoor bathtub.
- Villas 1-3 are closest to the beach for unobstructed views.
Rooms to avoid
- Upstairs 'Mountain View' villas if you want a bathtub (they don't have one) or an ocean-facing pool.
Room Request Genie – copy & paste
“I am requesting a GROUND FLOOR Ocean View Pool Villa. Please do not upgrade me to the upper floor as I specifically require the outdoor bathtub and ocean-facing plunge pool.”
FAQ & Hidden tips
Everything you actually want to know before you book.
Is the pool actually red?
Yes, the main infinity pool has red tiles. It looks like blood or wine depending on the light—very cool, very weird.
Can I swim in the ocean?
Yes, but it's rocky and the waves can be strong. It's better for snorkeling (great coral nearby) than wading.
Is there AC in the whole villa?
No. Only the bedroom has AC. The living area is open/fan-cooled and gets very hot.
How far is the nearest town?
Tejakula village is a 5-10 minute drive. It's a local fishing village, not a tourist hub.
Is the food expensive?
For the area, yes (mains ~100k IDR). Compared to Seminyak, it's standard. Local warungs nearby are much cheaper (~30k IDR).
Do all rooms have private pools?
Yes, all 14 villas have a private plunge pool.
Insider Tips
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Walk 15 minutes along the beach to find local fishermen who will take you out for a sunrise boat trip for a fraction of the hotel price.
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The 'Mountain View' villas actually have ocean views from the terrace, but the pool faces the jungle.
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Request a floating breakfast—it's one of the few places where the pool color makes the photos look unique.
5 things to know before you go
💡The 'upgrade' to the upper floor is often a trap—you lose the bathtub.
💡You might find local wildlife (ants, geckos, rare beetles) inside your room due to the open design.
💡The drive to get here is genuinely exhausting; don't plan anything else for your arrival day.
💡The concrete walls are thick, but the glass doors are not soundproof against the ocean roar.
💡Room service adds up fast because there are literally no other walkable dining options at night.
Local Playbook
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