Hidden Bali Retreats: 5 Secret Resorts in Bali.

Looking to get away from the hustle and bustle Bali has to offer? Escape Bali will provide its visitors with relaxing villas surrounded by natural beauty, unique designs, and fascinating experiences.

Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape

(Photo: Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape)

Buahan, which is 20km north of Ubud, takes the meaning of blending with nature. It has 16 adult villas with no walls or doors, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. The villas are equipped with a personal swimming pool, a chopper bathtub, and a large mattress. The Locavore-themed restaurant has plant-based food, and the Botanist Bar is a cocktail bar with local liquors. The central pool, which has seven mountains, is overlooked by a waterfall that is close by.

Located in a secret spot in Jembrana, this surfside resort features 8 raised wooden dwellings designed by Alexis Dornier and Studio Jencquel. The windows open to stunning ocean views, and at the entrance, neon works create the impression of stepping away from the busy world beyond. Ideal for surfers and design enthusiasts who want to get away with quiet luxury.

This 17-villa development is located within the West Bali National Park to place the guests in the forest and seascape. Villas are seen facing the mangrove shore or set in the jungle. There are often wildlife experiences of deer, monkeys, Bali starlings, and so on. The guests may visit the clean beaches of Menjangan Island, scuba dive in the sheltered waters, or take a sunset trip on a traditional Phinisi schooner.

This is an eight-bedroom villa with private housing located in Banjar Beringkit; it is romantic, modern, and cultural. There is a 25m infinity pool, a tennis court, a bar with mountain views, and an indoor Moroccan-style cinema. The estate is made rich by art and antiques, from elephant statues to modern sculptures. Perfect for private families or large groups seeking privacy and luxury.

Samarin Sarinbuana is a rustic, eco-friendly lodge that stresses sustainability at the base of Mount Batukaru. Visitors will be accommodated in seven non-air-conditioned, non-television bungalows and cabins, with local food and environmentally friendly toiletries provided. The non-chemical pool and garden produce emphasize a life dedicated to nature, and programs such as tree planting require visitors to take an active role in environmental protection.

The Bali Beyond the Crowd: These five places are great places to go to for the traveler who wants a more serene, natural, and thoughtful place to stay than the touristic hotspots that make up the island.