Amankila

Aman always chooses the most captivating spots for its premier properties, and Amankila is no exception. Set on a steep, forested hillside along a glittering stretch of black sand beach on Bali’s eastern coast, it takes in all-encompassing views of the Lombok Strait, with Mount Agung rising regally in the backdrop. 

Thatch-roof suites sit tucked among the forest canopy, elevated to snag an ocean vista but snugly nestled among the foliage to ensure privacy. Inspired by a “one with nature” ethos, organic tones and textures dominate the interior design, while open doors and windows create uninterrupted flow between indoors and outdoors. After restful nights in oversize four-poster beds, step out onto stone terraces with private pools and loungers, ideal for basking in Bali’s golden sunshine. 

Gentle mornings might start with yoga to center and ready yourself for the day, which can include anything from working with a healer at the spa to purify your body through massage, to setting up shop by the three-tiered infinity pool for a do-nothing day. Set off to explore the Lombok Strait aboard the resort’s riggers, cycle through fields of rice paddies, or trek up the slopes of Mount Batur. For the less outdoorsy set, join excursions to nearby villages to learn about local Balinese crafts and practices or tour the region’s stunning water palaces. 

And of course, there’s the cuisine. Indonesian and international dishes at Amankila are expressed through seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, some of which are grown onsite in the organic garden. Meals pair well with the resort’s open-to-the-elements dining areas, and you can opt for private, romantic dinners in hilltop dining pagodas or at candlelit tables set up on the beach. 

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