Perfection in shades of blue

THE WORLD’S first Hotel Indigo in a resort location recently opened on Bali’s fashionable Seminyak town in a neighbourhood where village gamelan and modern house music blend seamlessly in an explosion of sound.
Visitor can explore local communities and temples, where ceremonies and craft work practise the same daily rituals as they did in the 15th century.

 Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach’s lobby, dubbed the Neighbourhood Gallery, is decked out with artworks by local artisans. 

The new 289-room hotel Seminyak’s Mesari Beach draws inspiration from the flavours and character of vibrant and lively Seminyak, offering an authentic fusion of enchanting Balinese culture and contemporary creativity. Spread across 4.7 hectares of lush, landscaped grounds, including exotic plants and beautiful vertical gardens, the hotel fronts the southern stretch of Seminyak beach Here too, modern meets tradition, with fashion boutiques and restaurants sitting alongside artisanal crafts and architecture.
The spacious rooms and suites are decked out in a striking mix of locally influenced design touches. Every guestroom is fitted with daybeds, plush bedding, spa-inspired bathrooms and state-of-the-art features. In addition, there are 19 villas with private outdoor swimming pools, whirlpools and marble bathrooms – all inspired by the Tri Hita Karana philosophy and showcasing a clever juxtaposition of contemporary design and ancient tradition. Each villa is planned like a Balinese house, consisting of three main areas: Nista Mandala, a space for residents to embrace the Gods; Madya Mandala, a space to be at one with nature; and Utama Mandala a space for interpersonal relations.

The hotel’s main pool at sunset

“Seminyak is a melting pot, enriched with a diverse culture and lifestyle that merges all the wonderful things Bali is known for. Our inspiration has been to weave the flavours of Seminyak into our hotel, not only with our design but throughout the whole experience. The result is a design-led property that reflects the changing tastes of today’s affluent travellers – who not only aspire to enjoy a relaxing escape, but also crave new inspiration. We’re certain that every fascinating detail on their journey of discovery through fashionable Seminyak neighbourhood will deliver that,” says general manager Guillaume Epinette.
The lobby space, dubbed the Neighbourhood Gallery, boasts a Balinese Subak-inspired wall structure, accents of verdant foliage, unique outdoor artworks by local artists and water fountains. Signature geometric lines that decorate the hotel at entrances and on canopies and walls are the creative interpretation of the traditional Balinese weaving textile, Tenun Songket.

Modern and traditional Balinese touches are seamlessly integrated in the design.

There are seven dining options, all helmed by the hotel’s executive chef Mads Wolff. 
Makase is the hotel’s neighbourhood cafe, contemporary yet casual with an open kitchen serving colourful local flavours for breakfast and dinner. Pottery Cafe is open all day and offers local speciality coffees, teas and chocolates, alongside freshly made pastries. It is also has its own coffee roasting machine and runs a pottery-making workshop by local ceramic artisan.
Organic artisan bar by day and speakeasy cocktail bar by night, the Tree Bar offers healthy refreshments within a verdant space. By the hotel’s main pool is the Cave Pool Lounge, which serves cool drinks, light bites and refreshing sweet treats such as rolled ice cream and fresh sugarcane juice. Salon Bali is the signature restaurant, an intimate space with a rustic design where refined Balinese cuisine featuring the island’s traditional delicacy – babi guling, or suckling pig – is served as part of an 8- or 12-course menu. Beachfront bar and restaurant SugarSand is set to open later this year.

 A suite boasts a striking mix of locally influenced design touches.

Leisure facilities for guests range from local cultural tours to body and mind wellness at the Sava Spa, which offers treatments and traditional Balinese massages using locally sourced natural spa products. The spa is also home to a 24-hour Health Club with wellness programmes and fitness equipment such as yoga space, power stretching, weight-lifting, martial arts and TRX.
Guests booking the “Resort’s Opening Experience” promotion on the hotel’s website will enjoy extra savings up to 20 percent for a minimum of two nights stay. The offer is inclusive of daily breakfast for two and is valid through September 30.
  

BALINESE BLISS
>> Visit www.HotelIndigo.com/seminyak or www.Seminyak.hotelindigo.com.