Bali Ayana | Everything You Need to Know: Where to Stay, What to Do, and Where to Eat

| Everything You Need to Know: Where to Stay, What to Do, and Where to Eat. Bali Ayana | Everything You Need to Know: Where to Stay, What to Do, and Where to Eat Hey everyone, I recently stayed at Ayana in Bali and was completely blown away! As Bali's top-tier resort hotel, it's the same venue where Liu Shishi and Wu Qilong held their wedding. The world-famous Rock Bar and H2O Pool are also here. Below is my super-detailed guide for you all👇 🏨 Hotel Options The Ayana Resort has four hotels, each with its own unique features. Choose based on your budget and preferences: - Ayana Villas Bali: Opened in 1996, renovated in 2016. Features 78 private villas with traditional Southeast Asian style, offering high-end luxury. Perfect for those seeking ultimate privacy and luxury, especially honeymooners. Includes 24-hour butler service and private pools with stunning ocean views. - Ayana Resort Bali: Opened in 1996, renovated in 2018. Offers 294 garden or ocean-view suites in traditional Balinese garden style, mid-to-high price range. The resort is expansive with breathtaking ocean views, serving as the flagship hotel with culturally rich public areas that showcase Balinese traditions. - Ayana Segara Bali: Newly opened in 2022. Features 205 garden or ocean-view suites blending modern and traditional Balinese aesthetics, mid-to-high price range. The rooftop bar offers stunning views of forests and the ocean, while the rooms feature innovative designs incorporating traditional architectural techniques. - Rimba by Ayana Bali: Opened in 2013. Offers 403 garden, ocean, forest, or mountain-view suites combining modern minimalism with Southeast Asian style, great value for money. Ideal for students and budget-conscious travelers. Located near the forest, it’s perfect for nature lovers. The lobby features a signature sunken design, great for photos. 🎈 Must-Visit Spots - H2O Pool: An Instagram-famous pool with a 100% photo success rate! Arrive around 7:40 AM to queue, bring a waterproof phone case, and plan your poses. Each person gets 2 minutes, and the side steps are the best angle for elongating your legs. - Rock Bar: One of the world's top 10 most beautiful sunset bars. Book seats in advance via the Ayana App using your order number. For the best oceanfront sunbeds, arrive by 5 PM to enjoy cocktails while watching the sunset over the "orange sea." The bougainvillea walls and pampas grass fields on the way are also super photogenic. - Spa Center: A must-try at Ayana, featuring 53 treatment rooms and one of the world's largest seawater therapy pools, heated with deep Indian Ocean water. Includes 12 hydro-massage stations, over 60 jet nozzles, and geysers for ultimate relaxation. - Kubu Beach: The resort's private beach with soft, clean sand and a seaside swing. The view of the gradient "jelly sea" from the cliff elevator is stunning. Wear a bright-colored maxi dress for dreamy swing photos. - Cliff Pool: Next to Rock Bar, this small but photogenic pool is perfect for morning shots with gentle sunlight and ocean views. Bring a flowy cover-up as a prop. 🍱 Recommended Restaurants - Sami Sami Italian Restaurant: Located on the cliffs in the Ayana area, with a beautiful setting. The freshly baked bread is amazing, and the pizza and grilled lamb chops are must-tries. Slightly pricey but authentic. - To'ge All-Day Dining: On the floor below Rimba's lobby, it's the only 24-hour restaurant. Breakfast runs until 10:30 AM—don’t miss it! Offers a wide variety of dishes and fresh juices. - UNIQUE Rooftop Bar & Restaurant: Above Rimba's lobby, known for its diverse cocktails and surprisingly delicious Mexican cuisine. Adjacent to the pool lounge, the vibe is fantastic. - Kisik Seafood Grill: By the Cliff Pool, requires advance booking. Fresh seafood, including huge lobsters cooked to order. Around 500+ per person—a must for seafood lovers. 🚗 Transportation Guide Ayana is located in Jimbaran, just a 15-minute drive from Bali Airport. You can arrange airport transfers with the hotel or take a taxi. 📌 Tips 1. Download the Ayana App to book restaurants, spa services, and attraction seats—super convenient. 2. Pool towels are free; don’t forget sunscreen and reapply often. 3. Keep the resort map given at check-in—it’s easy to get lost in this vast property. 4. Rock Bar has a dress code: no tank tops, sleeveless shirts, or swim shorts. 5. Stay at least 2 nights—you won’t want to leave!