The Sakala Resort

Three outdoor pools stretch across the oceanfront grounds of The Sakala Resort, featuring an infinity pool and a waterslide. The 261-room hotel resort sits along the coastline in Benoa, Indonesia. Neither pets nor service animals are allowed on the property.

Reaching the resort requires a 15.3-kilometer drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport, which can be booked via a 24-hour paid shuttle. A complimentary local shuttle transports visitors to spots within five kilometers, including regional shopping centers. The Bali National Golf Club and Samuh Beach sit 15 minutes away by car, while Tanjung Benoa Beach lies 0.5 kilometers away.

Sakala Beach Club serves international dishes right by the ocean as one of three on-site restaurants, paired with a coffee shop for light bites. Bathers can order drinks directly from two swim-up bars, a beach bar, or three lounges across the grounds. Over 80 percent of the food served is locally sourced, with dedicated vegetarian and vegan choices.

Water sports run directly off the shore with equipment for parasailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and water skiing. Land activities feature beach volleyball games and yoga instruction on the sand. Six meeting rooms and a conference center cover 600 square meters for events. On the grounds, complimentary cabanas border the sand and pools, while bicycles can be hired directly on the property.

Guests frequently praise the attentive, friendly staff, who make visitors feel welcome throughout their stay. The generous physical size of the rooms is regularly mentioned as a positive, as are the multiple swimming pools and the morning breakfast selection. However, several reviewers note that reaching off-site restaurants requires taking transport, and accessing the beach involves crossing a road.