Description
With sacred Mount Agung as its backdrop and unimpeded views of the Lombok Strait, Kila enjoys a breathtaking hilltop spot in the historic Karangasem Regency, on Bali’s east coast. References to Balinese culture abound – in the motifs inspired by the water palace at nearby Ujung; in the paras stone decorating the stilted and thatched suites; and in the spectacular infinity pool that cascades in three tiers down the hillside, reminiscent of a rice paddy. Stretching from hilltop to private beach, the property lies within reach of atmospheric temples and artisan villages.
Getting There
- Resort is 1.5 hours by car from Bali’s Denpasar International Airport
- Cars are equipped with wifi, iPods, drinks and snacks
Kila
Offering consummate privacy, a number of 204-square-metre (2,196 square feet) Pool Suites can be connected with Ocean and Garden Suites via the pool courtyard to accommodate larger groups
RESORT ACTIVITIES & SERVICES:
Dining
In addition to Resort’s main dining venues, guests can enjoy daily afternoon tea on the steps of the library. Staff in traditional dress supply guests with Indonesian ginger tea, Bali kopi and cakes
The Restaurant
Capacity: 60 seated
- Open for breakfast and dinner, with views of the ocean
- Western and Indonesian dishes feature catch of the day and locally reared meats, including suckling pig, Wagyu beef and duck
- Herbs, fruit and vegetables come from the kitchen garden, and there is an onsite smokehouse
The Bar
Capacity: 60 inside; 80 inside and outside
- Magnificent ocean views, ideal for pre-and post-dinner drinks
The Terrace
Capacity: 40 guests
- Set back from the main pool, open for lunch
- Selection of Asian and Western fare
The Beach Club
Capacity: 40 seated, 75 standing
- Open for lunch
- Covered restaurant serving salads, pizzas and Indonesian and light Western dishes
- Decorated at night with floating candles and Balinese lanterns, the pool provides a dramatic setting for private functions
Private dining
- Available in-suite 24 hours a day
- A private bale in the hills beyond the resort is ideal for picnics after treks or temple visits
Relaxation, Spa & Fitness
The Beach Club
- Minutes from Resort, the palm-fringed Beach Club can be reached by a picturesque stroll or by buggy
- Eight lounging bales are set along the volcanic- sand beach
- Features a 41-metre lap pool and extensive water sports equipment
Spa
- Traditional Balinese massage and beauty treatments are available in-suite, in the Massage Pavilion, or hidden among foliage at the Beach Club
Fitness
- The fitness pavilion is equipped with a treadmill, an elliptical trainer and free weights
- Yoga sessions can be taken in-suite or at a beachside pavilion
Library
- A cool sanctuary overlooking the pool, with floor-to-ceiling windows and oversize daybeds
- Furnished with a wide selection of books, newspapers, magazines, games and CDs
Activities & Excursions
Water sports
- The Beach Club provides kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, Hobie Cats and boogie boards, with guides on-hand to assist
- Dive or snorkel the waters around Resort, home to some of the world’s most spectacular marine life
- Guides are available for those wanting to learn to dive or upgrade their PADI certification
- Two jukung-style outriggers, Boat XII (50 ft) and Boat XIV (40 ft) are available to charter for cruises
Trekking
- The region is ideal for trekking, taking in rural villages, tropical forest, terraced rice paddies, mountains and temples
- Resort’s guides offer expert local knowledge
Mountain biking
- Full-suspension bikes are available for guests, along with private guides
- Discover the area on a route that takes in local villages, emerald-green rice terraces and historic landmarks
Cultural tours
- Discover the magnificent water palaces of Tirtagangga and Ujung in the area known as ‘old Bali’
- Visit rural villages, where life has changed little, and the artisan centre of Tenganan, a religious community that produces a rare ikat textile
- Two of Bali’s most important temples – Luhur Lempuyang and Besakih, the island’s mother temple, reached by a majestic climb up Mount Agung – lie within reach of Resort
Cooking classes
- These begin at dawn with a guided trip to the market to handpick ingredients
- Guests then prepare an Indonesian feast back at Resort
Shopping
- Several artisan villages are accessible from Resort
- Shop for textiles, woodwork, local handicrafts, jewellery and Balinese art
- Resort’s onsite boutique and gallery also showcase a wide selection of Balinese art, crafts and antiques
