this is one of the best hotels i have stayed in the world. The hotel may not be completely to everyones taste but the rooms were traditonal and the customer service second to none.

If you come to Bali I would strongly suggest you see some of the local culture and temples which this island is famous for. We booked 3 day trips with the hotels driver- Mr Youdana, who is so patient and considerate especially if you are travelling with kids. He is affiliated to the hotel so he can be gooked through the nusa dua hotel.

Overall I would definitely recommend this hotel .

This was my 7th visit to Bali, and my first honeymoon there! I've visited every hotel at Nusa Dua and some are fancier, more modern, newer, and more international than this one. But, you're going to Bali, aren't you? Some of the others could be Tokyo or some generic beach resort.

This hotel is truly Balinese, especially in terms of the attentive staff with truly loving Balinese spirit. The landscape is fully grown in, and while not brand new, all hotel amenities and rooms are in good working order. You won't find stainless steel and glass moderne here. Traditional Balinese looks and style.

We sprang for the extra charge (honeymoon, after all!) to be in the private club wing with concierge services, cocktail receptions, etc, and found it well worth the extra cost.

I have stayed in the main part of the hotel on previous visits and have always been consistently impressed. The daily included breakfast is just amazing. You won't need to eat until dinner, and will probably find yourself lingering a long time because of the ambience.

After a not-so-warm welcome from Customs at the airport, we were a bit anxious and not sure what to expect from the Nusa Dua Beach Hotel. We needn't have worried - the staff were lovely, and our deluxe room, and the other amenities were all more than adequate.

Breakfast choices were extensive, and the tables were overlooking ponds with fish and water lilies to look at as you dine!

We had booked half board, and you can use any of the restaurants for dinner. We would particularly recommend Raja's for Balinese cuisine and excellent service. Also, the entertainment evenings in the Buddaya theatre on site were really good, with superb buffets set up, and beautifully decorated surroundings.

While the spa looked good, we actually opted to use the Westin next door for a Balinese massage beach-side. The masseurs were lovely girls, and the whole experience of being outdoors, listening to the ocean and the palm trees in the breeze was fabulous.

There are plenty of options for lying in the sun - round the pools, in the gardens, or on the beach - the choice is yours.

I think all the hotels are still experiencing low levels of trade since the bombing in 2002. It's such a shame because the hotels all seem to be of a good standard, and the people are genuinely nice people. The resort is immaculately kept, the security guards ensure the environment feels safe, and the shopping centre is worth a visit too - the "labels" are amazing value.

I would recommend a trip inland to get a real feel for the island - we visited the lake at the volcano, and a spice plantation, and it was fabulous to see the rice terraces/ fields all over the countryside.

We weren't sure what to expect of our visit - but this place really gets under your skin by the time you leave!

We spent 15 nights at the Nusa Dua Beach Hotel, and can recommend the hotel and facilities to anyone looking for a spotlessly clean hotel with extremely helpful staff.
The hotel has a gorgeous location with pools and bars/restaurants overlooking a wonderful beach.
We stayed for one week in a Superior room and one week in a Palace Club Room ... believe me - there is such a huge difference, and if you can, choose the Palace Club Room!!
A huge Jaccussi bath in a modern luxerious bathroom with fantastic seperate walk in shower and seperate toilet. The bathroom can be seen from the bedroom if required by sliding open beautiful wooden doors and you can then watch the tv whilst relaxing in the foam bubbling bath!!! The bedroom is huge, and the bed enormous. Two lovely lemon upholstered armchairs compliment the decor, and a DVD player and Music system were also included. A beautiful fresh flower arrangement and bowl of fresh fruit are lovely touches when you first arrive into the room. The patio area has two comfortable sunloungers looking onto immaculate quiet gardens.
We had our breakfast in the Main open air Restaurant overlooking the shaped lilyponds, and the choice was overwhelming. It was a pleasure each morning being greeted by such friendly, helpful staff, and the food was of a high standard. Breakfast is served from 6.30am to 10.30am, and we visited the Restaurant varying times from 7am to 10.15am and each time the food was fresh and plentiful.
If you're looking for a western style, ultra modern hotel, then it's not the Nusa Dua, but if you want Balinese culture, a quality service and a hotel offering excellent facilities - look no further.
Some of the hotel areas do indicate the age of the hotel. ie. chess bar and restaurant look a bit tired and in need of updating, and the lagoon pool could also be freshened up, but these are minor observations of ours. You may not even notice them.
Generally, the hotel is well maintained and indeed work to balconies and the Reception flooring was being undertaken whilst we were there.
ALL the staff are helpful and exceptionally friendly..... you find yourself trying to learn some basic balinese greetings just to say thank you etc., although it's not necessary as most speak English.
From the time you get out of your transport bringing you from the airport to the time you leave, you will receive a first class service from this hotel. We certainly can give our recommendation to anyone considering the Nusa Dua Beach ...... choose the Palace Club room .... you won't be dissappointed!