LUXURY LIVING
Alila Manggis The perfect hideaway to unwind in luxury on Bali’s tranquil East Coast
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raving a luxe Bali stopover before heading to Lombok? Then head east and give overcrowded South Bali a miss. The Candidasa area in East Bali is perfect place to get into the laid back Lombok groove, and just a short hop away from the port of Padangbai to catch one of the Lombok fast boats. The lazy pace of life in Candidasa is in many ways reminiscent of tropical beach life in Lombok; long stretches of golden sand, swaying palms, and laid back bars and restaurants. Set amidst this unspoilt east coast scenery is one of Bali’s very best resorts. Alila Manggis at Buitan beach has become a byword for boutique luxury in this corner of Bali – one of those quintessential beachfront hideaways we all crave once in a while. Nestled in a shady coconut grove, this expansive resort features over 50 rooms and suites, fusing the best of Balinese and Europe design elements. The verdant landscaped grounds are dotted with a splash of vibrant colour and soaring coconut palms surround a huge open air swimming pool. Four white stone clad thatched buildings house the guestrooms, which are spacious and bright, with contrasting dark wood fittings, terrazzo flooring and contemporary white fabrics and furnishings. Wide balconies with a day bed maximize the pool, garden or sea views. Added luxury comes in the form of huge seaside suites measuring more than 100 sqm.
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