Tandjung Sari
bali, indonesia · ★★★★★
The Verdict
Worth it for your honeymoon?
Tandjung Sari is the original boutique Bali beach hotel — 26 traditional Balinese bungalows on a Sanur beachfront owned by the same Wayan family since 1962. If the newer Amans and Capellas are Bali's Hollywood, Tandjung Sari is Bali's indie classic: faded teak antiques, family photographs, coral-stone courtyards, and the same staff who've been here for thirty years. For honeymooners who want authentic old Bali instead of five-star polish, nothing else compares.
- ✓Prioritise spa & wellness
- ✓Want direct beach access
- →Need a strictly adults-only resort
- →Prefer boutique & intimate properties
Score Breakdown
87/100
At a Glance
Room Recommendation
Which room to book
A Beachfront Bungalow is the whole reason to come — thatched, two-story with a teak four-poster bed upstairs and a semi-outdoor bathroom. The ones in the front row (1-8) open directly onto the lawn and the beach beyond.
No Surprises
True cost breakdown — 7 nights for two
Based on mid-range rooms, premium-economy flights from Europe, full dining and signature experiences. Adjust for your actual travel profile.
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Room (7 nights avg $950/nt) | $6,650 |
| Flights (2 pax, economy/premium) | $2,400 |
| Airport transfers / seaplane | $200 |
| Dining & drinks (beyond room) | $9,975 |
| Excursions & experiences | $700 |
| Spa / signature treatments | $300 |
| Tips & service (8%) | $1,330 |
| Total estimated | $21,555 |
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Day by Day
Your 7-night honeymoon itinerary
Arrival Into Old Bali
Transfer from Denpasar (30 min, very close). Welcome with jasmine tea under the banyan tree. Stroll the Sanur beach path. Dinner at the beachfront restaurant — grilled seafood, Javanese curries, traditional gamelan music.
Sanur Beach Day
Sunrise from the beach (Sanur faces east, so it gets Bali's best sunrise). Breakfast, then a lazy day on the reef-protected beach with paddleboards and sun loungers. Afternoon spa, evening dinner.
Traditional Bali Culture
Morning visit to Museum Le Mayeur (next door — Belgian painter's old beachhouse). Afternoon chauffeur to Sangeh monkey forest and Taman Ayun royal temple. Evening Legong dance performance in Sanur.
Nusa Lembongan Escape
Fast ferry from Sanur harbor (25 min) to Nusa Lembongan. Snorkel at Mushroom Bay, lunch at The Beach Club. Back to Tandjung Sari in the late afternoon — you're right across from the ferry pier.
Ubud Day Trip
Hour's drive up to Ubud: Monkey Forest, Ubud Palace, lunch at Locavore. Visit a silversmith in Celuk on the way home. Sunset cocktails on the lawn.
Slow Day & Spa
Yoga session, long breakfast. Morning cooking class (Balinese basa gede). Afternoon couples' massage in a beachfront bale. Private beach dinner with torches.
Sunrise Farewell
Final sunrise on the beach, breakfast, short 30-minute transfer to the airport. Easy on the nerves.
Honest Assessment
What to know before you book
This is not a modern polished five-star — rooms are traditional, antiques have character (read: patina), Wi-Fi is passable, not stellar. Couples who need flawless resort precision should choose St. Regis or Four Seasons.
Sanur beach is lovely for walking but the protected reef means calm rather than dramatic swimming; for waves go elsewhere.
Bungalows don't have private pools — you share the beachfront pool. If that's a dealbreaker, pick another property on this list.
Pre-Arrival
Email to send the hotel
Subject: Honeymoon booking — Beachfront Bungalow, 7 nights, [DATES] Dear Tandjung Sari reservations, We're planning our honeymoon and would like to stay 7 nights from [ARRIVAL] to [DEPARTURE]. We'd like a Beachfront Bungalow, preferably in the front row with direct beach view. Could you please send: - Best available rate including breakfast and taxes - Honeymoon inclusions (floral decor, dinner, massage, Balinese blessing) - Airport transfer cost - Private beach dinner pricing - Any events or ceremonies scheduled during our stay Many thanks — we love the old Bali character of your property. Kind regards, [Your names]
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