Hotel Bali Garden

Making up part of the urban area in Kuta, not far from the centre. The hotel is 3 miles from the airport, or 10 to 30 minutes away, depending on traffic conditions.

The hotel has a large proportion of European clientele. The hotel will soon benefit from a year-round entertainment team.

The Bali Garden is a medium sized hotel, containing 135 bedrooms. It is situated on the seafront and architecturally and in terms of decoration, it is "traditional" but slightly lacking in personality. The park area, situated behind the hotel, is very pleasant, containing various water features. The park also contains a swimming pool and pool bar. The lack of entertainment facilities was noted, apart from the pooltable, a spa, and three computers (located opposite the bay-window of the bar above the main restaurant terrace).

The hotel rooms are not its strongest point. Though fairly well equipped, with 9 channel satellite television, central air conditioning, mini bar (with some stock) and 24 hour room service, the decor leaves something to be desired, as sunglases are almost needed to tolerate the garish colours. The bathroom is in accordance with the decoration: exactly what is needed in terms of equipment, but lacking charm.

The main restaurant serves international cuisine with a few local specialities. Open from 6 AM to 11 PM, the dining facilities are largely pleasant, particularly on the wooden terrace, overlooking a handsome pond. The only real shame with the restaurant is that the furnishings are not in better taste. In front of the hotel, a Chinese restaurant and a second restaurant serving local specialities are both available for non-residents.