Guest Reviews

The Cabochon Hotel: "The Best Exotic Cabochon Hotel"

"Have spent five fabulous days at the Cabochon Hotel and can't recommend it highly enough. The staff are amazing. From Rin at the front desk to the wait staff they are so friendly and helpful. We even had the head cook in the kitchen show us some special recipes for the delicious chillie paste. The Hendricks G&T were the best! The restaurant is authentic Thai food beautiful prepared and presented. 5 star. The hotel is exquisitely decorated in plantation colonial style. Every detail is considered. The showers are fantastic. Loved every minute of my stay with the cabochon Hotel."

Slow Villas and Spa: "Hidden little secret"

"Slow is located on the eastern part of Gili Air - it s a small island, but this area is still quiet, with many coconuts and few construction. Each villa is a little private sanctuary, with a large garden, a nice pool, a terrace. charming decoration, quality linen... and the possibility if you like to have a chef to come and cook a BBQ just for you. Very friendly team, happy to share their favorite spots around the island. it's not right on the beach... but this is why also it's so quiet... and beach is 2mn walk! recommended: take a bike and go around the island by bike!"

Tandjung Sari: "Balinese beauty and hospitality"

For those seeking a Balinese experience of art, architecture, lovely gardens, delicious menu offerings, the sound of surf during breakfast, birds chirping a morning wake up, all held together by the warmth and graciousness of the staff, come to Tnadjung Sari. Spacious suites nestled in a private garden offer comfortable beds and light cotton nightshirts, a table set with a welcome bowl of tropical fruit, low loungey sofa, enormous bathtub and outdoors a shower. Each garden has a lounging pavilion begging you to take a nap or catch up on reading a good book. A beach boardwalk is convenient for strolling and great for people watching during breakfast. Convenient to all the street activities, I enjoyed coming back each time from shopping or trying one of the neighboring eateries to walk down the long landscaped private entry and knew I had comfort and bliss waiting for me. If you need bright lights and a lot of action, there are plenty in the area. Tandjung Sari offers the grace of the Balinese in a stellar setting.

Mathis Retreat: "Stunning"

We only had two nights in Ubud at the end of our two week Bali holiday but I wish we had longer at Kenanga. What a beautiful peaceful hotel. Amazing rooms, helpful staff and such a nice private location. Would highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate to go back.

Muang La Lodge: "Un havre de calme et de luxe discret"

We stayed two days in early January this unique property by its environment and the quality of its welcome. The garden is just beautiful and the services of a very high level, especially in an isolated place where the local staff has been well trained by the management team. We, like all the guests, welcome it and was accompanied during our stay by Mathilde and Raphael who were able to make us forget the bad passing time during our stay. The cuisine is exquisite and refined, prepared by chefs from the village and presented and served like a high-end restaurant, relaxation facilities (pool, sauna, hot baths, sitting area or library) are well landscaped and maintained. Finally the rooms are nicely decorated and comfortable. I have only praise for this establishment which suffers no fault, except maybe to be on the other side of the world. Do not miss in any case this place if you go north Laos.

Jing’s Residence: "Oasis in the hustle & bustle"

"We can strongly recommend Jing's Residence and the walled City of Pingyao. Pingyao is a full-on, in your face experience - the sights, aromas and sounds of an ancient city engaged in modern commerce - a special experience.. That special experience can be enhanced by staying in the centre of the walled City at Jing's. Jing's is in the thick of the action, but offers a tranquil, high quality refuge to recharge your batteries. Jing's is located in a 400 year old courtyard, tastefully renovated to offer international class accommodation with 1st class service, highly attentive staff and excellent dining. If you go to Pingyao, a stay at Jing's Residence is a must."

Sanak Retreat Bali: "The Best place I have ever stayed and i travel a lot"

The setting, the ethos, the staff!!! Its dreamy and Its the real deal. A true eco luxury treat! The rooms are beautiful and in keeping with the land and nature. The food is exquisite. The views are stunning. I loved this place so much Ive been back twice and will return there whenever I am in Bali, its well worth the adventure up into the mountains for! I was made to feel like part of the community here and I am truly grateful to have felt this welcomed. Thank you all x x x see you again soon!

Le Passe-Temps: "Little French Paradise"

"During out stay in a close lodging we came here regularly for family lunch and dining by the beach in this little paradise. Very nice food clearly ahead of anything around with variety. Green curry - my benchmark - is very well cooked. Delicious Paneng and TKK. Warm and friendly service. Kids friendly - can spend hours chasing hermit crabs next to you without bothering. Beach and horizon view at high tide is the cliche you are looking for, quietly sipping your chilled Chardonnay while waiting for your starter of fresh spring rolls, feet in the sand and sound of waves in the ears. Also spent Xmas Dinner. Nice buffet in family spirit in a welcoming atmosphere. For those who: - look for a nice lunch/dinner in Krabi far from the crowd. - have a sense of elite and exclusivity without superfluous sophistication. - are not afraid of being surrounded by (quiet and not too vocal) French. - don't mind a slight communautarian skew - are OK to pay more to get more. Still overall very reasonable."

Slow Villas and Spa: "Just perfect"

"On our 3 weeks roundtrip through Bali and Lombok my girlfriend and me have stayed 3 nights at Slow Private Pool Villas and it was supposed to be the highlight of our trip. To shorten the story: The Slow was even better than expected! Our private villa was surrounded by a huge and nicely planted garden. The pool was just awesome - perfectly clean and bigger than expected. Furniture, tapware and decoration were beautiful and definitely chosen with a huge amount of passion for the details. The staff was always friendly and helpful - no matter if we wanted to go diving, book a snorkeling trip or had some other questions: there's nothing they can't help you with in order to have the perfect time at Gili Air. The breakfast is definitely another highlight. It's getting served at your Villa at your preferred time and tastes delicious! We can't wait to come back next year! But then for longer than 3 nights. :)"

Rachamankha: "Classic gem if you are into classics"

"Positives: extra comfortable bedding, in a quiet and nice alley away from busy traffic, professional and helpful staff, pool having the cleanest water I have seen (reminds me of Pissin Molitor in The Life of Pi), lush and immaculate landscaping, included breakfast is delicious, and delicately prepared. Negatives: internet works only half the time, limiting my ability to upload photos and book tours for the next days; room door, bathroom door and shower door are all narrow or half openable, really inconvenient."