Examine in
Proper on Seminyak seashore, the W is on the finish of a brilliant lengthy driveway that’s fairly the spectacular introduction. An arched bamboo hall adopted by tropical gardens and water options result in its grand, white-pillared trendy foyer, the place your luggage are whisked away to your room and welcome drink served as you test in.
The Look
Welcome to the W, the place there may be eye-candy in every single place, music is pumping from morning till late at night time, and quite a few, attentive workers are ready to serve your each want from each nook of the property, irrespective of how secluded. Right here it appears like all the place has been furnished by Matt Blatt (RIP) – with funky, playful components equivalent to child head potplants on each desk. Color is a giant half – whereas the central constructing is white, inside all of the chairs have pink cushions and there are massive, brightly painted murals; outdoors are lush inexperienced palms with blue terraced swimming pools and loungers or beanbags of yellow, pink and pink. A lot to my shock, half the swimming pools outdoors aren’t even for swimming. However whether or not you are swimming or not, that is the place you need to be at sundown – seize a seat and watch the solar plop into the ocean. Scorching pink lips are arrange on the steps to entice guests to the poolside bar from the seashore. Within the foyer, fluorescent lights change color from the central bar and multitudes of candles adorn its flanks. The spa additionally appears like a membership, with the identical interchanging neon lights, permitting company to soak in its swimming pools 24/7. Consideration to element is strict – there are even alternating welcome mats rolled out within the lifts to mark morning, afternoon and night.
The Room
Whereas outdoors our doorways the vibes are excessive; inside our quiet suite, serenity beckons with impartial tones on all the things bar the pale inexperienced sinks, cushions, throws and rugs. It is likely one of the many suites within the multi-leveled constructing which, for a couple of {dollars} extra, face the ocean, bending across the tropical swimming pools under. The balcony is generously proportioned and furnished with terrace chairs and a daybed. Inside, the bed room and loo are separated by sliding wood doorways. Our suite has twin beds, L-shaped lounge and pluma ground lamp; and a really cool fold-out minibar with cocktail making services. Contained in the outstanding toilet has his-and-hers sinks with ample towels and an outsized washing space with rainshower and bathtub.
Meals + Drink
There are three eating places; poolside Woobar, which serves the same old pool-club fare and drinks which may be delivered to you, wherever you discover a area throughout the resort’s massive pool advanced – hail a workers member from the buzzer situated subsequent to your daybed. Oceanside sea-themed Starfish Bloo serves pan-Asian delicacies, and Fireplace, their grill restaurant, named after the standard Balinese Kecak dance, has a spectacular flame-inspired chandelier central to the fire-themed eating room. At Fireplace, you will discover wonderful seafood and steaks, starting with recent bread and sambal butter.
Buffet breakfast is served in each eating places, though their choices are comparable. Overindulged? They have a tonic for that. Get all the things from roast rooster to vibrant donuts, sushi and DIY Bloody Marys. There are workers at stations serving Balinese meals or themed treats, and on the ground they’re topping up company’ plates with samples, refilling coffees and recent juices. The resort additionally hosts “Bali’s greatest brunch” on Sundays, and through my keep, well-known pastry chef and chocolatier Janice Wong hosted a enjoyable occasion referred to as “choco-splash’ the place company painted surfboards in edible chocolate previous to a day tea that includes her exquisitely-flavoured pastries.
Out + About
Seminyak is a vacationer hub for buying, eating places, bars and golf equipment and discovering transport is simple. Friends get ferried by golf carts on to the primary street from which the world is at their disposal. From the resort, you’ll be able to rent vibrant bikes or W-branded electrical scooters. Subsequent door, Desa Potato Head is accessible from the seashore, and Canggu is a straightforward half-hour drive away.
The Verdict
This can be a enjoyable tropical island getaway for everybody, from {couples}, to lady’s journeys and households.
Score out of 5
4
Necessities
Jl. Petitenget, Kerobokan, Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia, 80361, ph +62-361-3000106; marriott.com. Rooms begin from $765 per night time.
Spotlight
The rooms have been comfy however being waited readily available and foot at a daybed in between the pool and the ocean at sundown was positively a spotlight.
Lowlight
These entrance row seats to Seminyak sunsets could be a little expensive – a cheerful hour or two could be welcome.
