Alila Villas Uluwatu is a celebrated clifftop resort on the Bukit Peninsula, recognized globally for its sustainable design. Its dramatic infinity pool appears to extend into the Indian Ocean horizon. The all-villa resort features private pools, open-air living pavilions, and stunning ocean views from virtually every vantage point.
Alila Villas Uluwatu is a purpose-built luxury villa resort on the southern tip of the Bukit Peninsula at Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia. Opened in 2009, the property was the first hotel in Asia to achieve LEED Platinum certification for sustainable design, created by WOHA Architects of Singapore as a model of environmentally conscious tropical resort architecture. The resort's signature gesture is its vast horizon infinity pool, which visually merges with the Indian Ocean on the horizon below the clifftop.
All 65 villas are entirely private with personal plunge pools, open-air living and dining pavilions, and sun decks. The one-bedroom Pool Villa occupies approximately 750 square metres of private outdoor space, while two-bedroom Cliff Villa and Pool Villa options offer direct ocean views. Interior design is characterised by clean horizontal lines, natural stone surfaces, and restrained ornamentation — a conscious counterpoint to the more elaborate carved-wood aesthetic common in Bali's luxury sector.
Dining centres on STAR Restaurant, a casual poolside venue serving contemporary Asian and international cuisine, and STAR Bar, which holds sunset cocktail hours against the ocean backdrop. An in-villa dining programme extends the full restaurant menu to private villa terraces and pavilions.
Spa by Alila offers treatments grounded in traditional Balinese and Indonesian healing methods, with open-air treatment bales positioned on the cliff edge. A dedicated yoga studio hosts daily morning and evening sessions, and private yoga retreats can be arranged. The resort provides complimentary transfers to Padang Padang and Bingin surf beaches, both within 10 minutes by car — a convenience that draws intermediate and experienced surfers.
Uluwatu Temple is accessible in approximately 15 minutes by car, and the resort arranges sunset transport for the Kecak fire dance held nightly at the temple. Ngurah Rai International Airport is roughly 30 minutes away.
Amenities
- Private pool villas
- Clifftop infinity pool
- Spa by Alila
- Yoga studio
- Cooking classes
- Surf transfers
Location
-8.8254, 115.0906 View on map
Highlights
- Award-winning sustainable architecture
- Horizon infinity pool
- Clifftop ocean views
- Close to Uluwatu surf
Tips for visiting
- Request a Cliff Villa for the most dramatic ocean views; Pool Villas nearer the central lawn suit those prioritising convenient pool access over vertiginous clifftop vistas.
- The sustainable design means rooms use natural ventilation and ceiling fans rather than conventional air-conditioning — pack lightweight cotton clothing, particularly for the dry season between May and October.
- The complimentary surf transfer to Padang Padang and Bingin runs twice daily — confirm departure times with the concierge on arrival and plan surf sessions around the tidal schedule.
- STAR Bar's sunset cocktail hour is popular with both guests and non-staying visitors; arrive by 5:30pm to secure a cliff-edge seat before the sun drops.
Accessibility
The clifftop setting involves some uneven surfaces and open-edge terraces. Most central resort areas are paved and accessible, but villa terrace layouts vary and some involve steps. Guests with wheelchair or mobility requirements should discuss villa configuration options with the resort prior to arrival.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alila Villas Uluwatu an eco-certified resort?
Yes. Alila Villas Uluwatu was the first hotel in Asia to achieve LEED Platinum certification for sustainable design, incorporating rainwater collection, grey-water recycling, solar energy systems, and locally sourced building materials throughout the property.
Are there children's facilities at Alila Villas Uluwatu?
The resort is best suited to couples and adult travellers. There is no dedicated children's programme, and the open-air design of some villa elements may not be suitable for very young children. Families with older children are welcome.
How close is the resort to Uluwatu Temple?
Pura Uluwatu is approximately 15 minutes by car. The resort arranges sunset transfers to the Kecak fire dance performance held nightly at the temple clifftop, with the performance typically starting at 6pm.