It’s almost impossible to deny the allure of The Apurva Kempinski Bali. The location, perched atop the cliffs of Sawangan in the southern part of Nusa Dua, sure has its contributions: front-row seats to immaculate sunrises, powdery white sands, lush tropical gardens, and a vantage point of crystalline blue oceans, the kind that instils wide-eyed wonder in children and encourages adults to slough off everyday burdens.
Still, much of the resort’s grandeur lies in its architecture. The 14-hectare property is built into the rocky cliffside, yielding a layout that unfolds through cascading levels that echo the island’s rice terraces and subak irrigation systems. Guests can freely explore each tier, connected via a 250-step staircase evoking that of the Besakih water temple.
This exact Javanese-Hindu atmosphere is one’s immediate welcome upon stepping into the Pendopo Lobby, aptly named after the Majapahit-style wall-free palatial pavilion it is modelled after. The same design language, built off the guiding principle of Indonesia’s Bhinneka Tunggal Ika philosophy, continues into the bedrooms. A range of 465 accommodations offers flexible options for families of all sizes: parents and their only child fit comfortably in any of the rooms and suites, the latter equipped with private plunge pools, while larger households may prefer villas boasting homely, luxurious amenities.
While older guests can take advantage of the sumptuous Apurva Spa with its wellness and fitness offerings, Jalak Family Club welcomes children of all ages to its treehouse-inspired fold. Inside and outside playgrounds allow young imaginations to run wild, various pursuits keep different interests entertained, and traditional activities act as a window into the island’s folkways. For some fun in the sun, a family pool with all its fixings awaits, from a wading pool for toddlers to water slides and a giant bucket.
For quieter shared moments, guests can make their way to the many dining options, including the famed Koral Restaurant. With a dining room set within an aquarium, diners can enjoy casual fine dining under vibrant sea creatures gliding through rippling waters. It’s exactly these distinctive experiences that make the resort live up to its name, the Sanskrit word for unique, a defining characteristic of The Apurva Kempinski Bali.
Highlights:
- Javanese-Hindu and Balinese-inspired architecture and design built into the majestic cliffs of Nusa Dua.
- Jalak Family Club, complete with indoor and outdoor playgrounds, and a kids’ pool resembling a mini water park.
- Unique dining experience inside an aquarium at Koral Restaurant.
Asia Dreams Volume 58
The Apurva Kempinski Bali
Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Sawangan
Bali 80361, Indonesia
T: (+62) 3612092288
E: spareservation.bali@kempinski.com
IG: @kempinskibali
