There is a certain style that distinguishes Sofitel hotel properties regardless of where you are in the world.
There is a calm sophistication, that unmistakable French flair, and well-drilled, smiling staff whether you are in Sydney, Hanoi or beachfront in Bali. Think luxurious, but not ostentatious.
Quietly located within the enclave of Bali’s famous southern peninsula, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort is a very impressive five-star beach escape.
Nusa Dua is home to most of Bali’s big hotels - and is perfect location for a week of indulgence under the sun.
There are myriad activities on offer here, right on the beach, but I suspect many guests will simply opt for being pampered or cocooned.
With lovely sea views, or direct access to a swimming pool, the Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach has 415 well-equipped villas, rooms and suites in various configurations that offer a blend of world-class facilities, French elegance, and Balinese charm.
We were allocated a luxury room with pool access, which meant we could step directly from our deck into the pool that snakes its way around the complex.
The Sofitel MyBed mattresses are almost obscenely comfortable.
I would strongly advise booking a room that allows access to the Club Millesime facility, a delightful VIP area where you can enjoy excellent buffet and a la carte breakfasts, chill out during the day, enjoy afternoon high tea, or pre-dinner cocktails and canapes. Perks also include all-day complimentary refreshments and butler service - ideal for helping out with any arrangements you may need help with.
It is a lovely oasis.
There are myriad dining and wining choices, and we particularly enjoyed the beachfront Toya, where the menu features an impressive range of fresh seafood dishes. Think options like soft-shell crab bao (below), Vietnamese spring rolls, king crab salad, or a sea bass ceviche - perfect partners for a cocktail or two.
Cucina offers Italian cuisine and Kwee Zeen is the main dining area, there is also Beach Club and the Chic Picnic (below) experience offers a menu of fresh sharing platters on the beach as the sun sets. Available every day from 5:30pm to 10pm.
“We are thrilled to offer this unique and unforgettable experience to our guests, and we hope the beachfront picnic provides a truly special setting to connect with loved ones while enjoying exceptional food and breath-taking views.” says hotel general manager Jean-Pierre Joncas.
Depending on the day of the week, you can enjoy summer barbecues with entertainment, mixology classes. Sunday brunch or beachfront happy hours.
You may also happen upon traditional Balinese musicians entertaining in the lobby.
All the resort facilities you'd expect are on offer. There is a kid's club so parents can get some "us" time; there is a fully equipped gym with trainers, who tried unsuccessfully to get me hitting the pads, and there are bikes that can be enjoyed on the boardwalk that extends along the waterfront.
I'd certainly recommend a massage treatment at the very chic award-winning Sofitel SPA, which can also include a range of facials and other pampering.
The location of the Sofitel is hard to beat: it is located just 25 minutes from Denpasar Ngurah Rai international Airport and urban beach resorts Seminyak, Legian and Kuta are just 30 minutes' drive away should you be looking for nightlife and tattoo parlours.
With so much to do, including cooking classes, yoga, beachside golf, cycling, archery, fitness boot camps, aqua aerobics, yoga by the beach, tennis, football, volleyball you can be as active as you like, or do absolutely nothing.
Maybe treat yourself to a floating breakfast, or opt for a beachside massage in a gazebo.
Sofitel Beach Resort Nusa Dua, Lot N5, ITDC Tourism Complex, Nusa Dua, Badung, Bali, 80363, Nusa Dua, Indonesia. https://sofitel.accor.com/
# The writer was hosted by the resort
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