Alila Villas Uluwatu

Surrounded by lush tropical foliage, the infinity pool is right at the front of the Alila Villas and gazes out across the bay. Just next door, the Sunset Cabana Bar is suspended over the cliff's edge and serves chilled cocktails in an even more chilled-out atmosphere. For food, the Warung is an open-air eatery celebrating local flavours, while CIRE serves a variety of pan-Asian and Mediterranean fare made with locally-sourced ingredients. There's also a spa for an exfoliating body scrub or spoiling massage.

Fresh and tropical, each villa is a sanctuary. You'll have the choice of a one or three-bedroom villa, the latter of which are closer to the cliff edge, and all have their own private pools and a cabana for the ultimate indoor-outdoor living. Recycled and local materials are used throughout, including heat-absorbant lava rock roofs and bamboo ceilings for added airflow. Each villa is looked after by a butler who's on hand 24/7.

There are gorgeous beaches to laze upon – or learn to surf for the more active – or head a little further out on a 'jukung' tour of Jimbaran Bay with plenty of swim and snorkel stops along the way. Guests of Alila can also enjoy private access to three of the most sacred temples on Bali's southern coast, as well as the chance to join the priests in prayer and meditation. You'll also have the chance to learn a few Balinese dance moves or try your hand at the rindik.