ResortsThe 72-villa Umana Bali is nestled atop a hill, offering panoramic vistas overlooking the ocean.

Hilton’s first LXR hotel enters Southeast Asia

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Umana Bali offers a private infinity pool with each villa.
Umana Bali offers a private infinity pool with each villa.

Hilton's LXR Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its maiden resort in South East Asia, Umana Bali. As the brand's premier property in the region, the resort embodies a distinctive offering of luxurious and immersive local encounters.

Perched on Bali's southernmost tip in Ungasan, Umana Bali features 72 villas, strategically built on limestone cliffs, evoking the essence of Bali's ancient rice paddy fields.

From its bespoke services to immersive experiences, the resort aims to intertwine authentic Balinese culture with today's discerning explorers' desires for distinctive adventures.

The 1,200sqm ocean-view three-bedroom villa features a 25m infinity pool, spa room and butler service.
The 1,200sqm ocean-view three-bedroom villa features a 25m infinity pool, spa room and butler service.

The property pays homage to local artistry, partnering with skilled Balinese artisans, sourcing indigenous materials like exquisite Javanese marble, and crafting eco-friendly amenities, exemplifying Hilton's commitment to sustainable tourism.

Umana Bali's architecture and interiors weave Balinese folklore into spaces, fostering a sense of community and spiritual harmony. The resort's spacious villas, starting at 403 square metres, offer private infinity-edge pools and outdoor hot tubs.

A contemporary cliffside chapel offers breathtaking sunset views for intimate weddings or cocktail parties.
A contemporary cliffside chapel offers breathtaking sunset views for intimate weddings or cocktail parties.

The property also boasts a contemporary chapel for clifftop weddings, event spaces, a fitness centre, and a kids' club.

The Lohma Spa offers personalised ancient healing therapies like "The Self" and "The Body," along with sound healing and group wellness activities. The resort's eclectic dining options embrace local produce, with Oliverra and Commune offering Mediterranean and South East Asian delicacies, while Uma Beach House, set to open in April 2024, will showcase Peruvian flavors.

For guests seeking an immersive Bali experience, Umana Bali orchestrates personalised excursions, including helicopter rides, cultural workshops, stargazing, and intimate spiritual ceremonies, echoing LXR's commitment to bespoke service and fostering genuine connections with Bali's cultural heritage.

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