A new five-star luxury resort right in the heart of Uluwatu, Bali is set to welcome its first guests in May 2026, with Umi located just 200 metres from the iconic Uluwatu Beach.

Set among the rice paddies and rainforests of Bali’s Tabanan district, boutique resort Nirjhara is attracting travellers nostalgic for the tranquillity and natural beauty they experienced when they first visited the Indonesian island, according to General Manager Alejandro Rueda.

Meliá Bali, the first Meliá hotel to open outside of Spain four decades ago, is set to become another first for the Spanish hotel group. From December, after extensive renovations to elevate the property into a new category, Meliá Bali will emerge as the first Paradisus hotel in Asia.

The Regent brand has expanded its luxury portfolio to the shores of Canggu Beach in Bali, with the highly anticipated opening of Regent Bali Canggu. Nestled on Bali’s coveted southwestern coast, this resort marks the first Regent Hotels & Resorts opening in Indonesia since IHG Hotels & Resorts’ acquisition of the brand in 2018.

After a soft opening in early 2024, one of Bali’s newest über luxury private beachfront retreats is amplifying awareness, keen to lure small groups and families to Candidasa on the east coast.

AYANA Villas and AYANA Resort, part of the iconic AYANA Bali integrated resort destination, are undergoing an ambitious renovation project that will elevate their luxury accommodations while honouring Balinese heritage and sustainability. Perched atop the cliffs of Jimbaran Bay with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, these enchanting properties are poised to elevate guest experiences through refreshed designs, enhanced comfort, and eco-conscious features.

Jumeirah Bali has added new one- and three-bedroom residences to its accommodation mix, set against the cliffs of Uluwatu and with direct access to Dreamland Beach.

Anantara Hotels & Resorts is now welcoming guests to its new resort located north of Ubud in Bali.

Anantara Ubud Bali Resort has confirmed it will welcome first guest from 1 October 2024. A tropical retreat neighbouring the traditional hillside village of Banjar Puhu in the north, Anantara Ubud Bali is Anantara’s second property to open on the Indonesian island.

Autograph Collection Hotels has announced the opening of Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection. The resort will join Autograph Collection Hotels’ portfolio of over 300 independent properties in the most desirable locations across the world, each with its own unique perspective on heartfelt design and hospitality.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group appears to have revived plans for a luxurious hideaway resort with private residences located on Bali’s southern coast on Bukit peninsula. Mandarin Oriental, Bali is set to open in 2027.

EXCLUSIVE: Abercrombie & Kent is establishing a destination management company (DMC) in Indonesia, extending its foothold deeper in Southeast Asia as a provider of luxury services in the region. The move comes as A&K responds to increased demand for niche high-end products and experiences in Indonesia, and streamlining the end-to-end offering for travel partners.