
▲ Banyan Tree Ungasan’s famous infinity pool, with direct views of the Indian Ocean. (Photo / Reporter Huang Kaiyi, same below)
Reporter Huang Kaiyi / Indonesia Banyan Tree Report, Photos
The world is moving faster and faster, and you often feel overwhelmed by the complexities of work, as if you can’t keep up with the pace of technological advancement. Shouldn't you take a trip to Banyan Tree Ungasan? Covering 780 square kilometers, this resort boasts a small population density, offering an extremely high level of privacy. If you crave a place that provides both serenity and nature, then Banyan Tree Ungasan (Banyan Tree) will be your top choice!It promises to meet all your needs!
Banyan Tree Ungasan is about a 35-minute drive from the airport and is one of the 36 top-tier resorts under Banyan Tree Group. In addition to maintaining the group’s signature luxury atmosphere, it also incorporates the local Balinese cultural elements, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the authentic ambiance of Bali. The resort is perched atop a 150-meter-high cliff, ensuring that no matter where you are within the property, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the majestic Indian Ocean.

▲ No matter where you are in the resort, you can admire the endless sea view. Spending the whole day lounging on a sunbed makes it seem as though the whole world has slowed down.
ETtoday Eastday News Cloud was invited to attend a travel event hosted by China Airlines, where we visited the private villas of Banyan Tree Ungasan, experiencing its luxurious accommodations and serene atmosphere. The resort features 9 pool villas, and the basic room type that our reporter experienced firsthand is about73 pyeong (approximately 240 square meters) in size. The room includes not only a king-size bed but also a living room, dining area, spacious marble bathroom, outdoor shower, and an outdoor jacuzzi. Even more impressive is the 10-meter-long private pool exclusively for the guest's use!

▲ The large living room and dining area are all for your exclusive enjoyment—a touch of luxury in understated elegance.

▲ The essential king-size comfortable bed in the villa ensures that you can fall asleep comfortably within three seconds of lying down and sleep through till morning.

▲ The dual vanity facilities mean travelers don’t have to fight over usage time with their companions—you are the master of your own time.

▲ A 10-meter private pool, with views of the Indian Ocean—pure bliss at its peak.


▲ When you’re tired of swimming, you can relax at the “daydream pavilion” and ponder the meaning of travel.

▲ The outdoor shower is connected to the bathroom, so guests don’t have to walk through the room wet after swimming to clean up.
If you want to enjoy even broader ocean views, use room service to call a 24-hour buggy that shuttles around the resort to the infinity pool next to the Bambu Restaurant. There, you can take in the 270-degree panoramic sea view (as seen in the lead photo). At night, besides using the in-room hot tub, don’t forget to soak in the marble bathroom, light a Banyan Tree exclusive essential oil diffuser, burn an incense stick, close your eyes, and lie back in the bathtub. Enjoy Banyan Tree’s expertise in sensory experiences—through “incense bathing,” relax your body, mind, and soul.

▲ In such a tranquil setting, guests can hear the sound of waves crashing while enjoying the view!

The standard rooms are already enchanting—can you imagine the ultra-luxurious experience of staying in a Presidential Villa?Priced at $5,000 per night, the Presidential Villa comes with three bedrooms, a multifunctional entertainment lounge, a private spa room, and a 25-meter infinity pool, offering the most premium 270-degree views of the Indian Ocean from within the villa.

▲ The Presidential Villa features a multi-functional space along with a 25-meter private pool that makes anyone want to treat themselves a little better.

With a strong environmental consciousness, Banyan Tree Ungasan is not only situated amidst natural beauty but also fully integrated into the local ecosystem. The resort is home to many wild animals,and reporters have evencome face to face with monkeys through the glass while using the open-air shower! Aside from wildlife, each villa is completely private. You can even walk around the pool in the nude without worrying about being seen—it’s truly your own private paradise in Bali.

▲ Wild macaques hiding on the wall, secretly observing the guests.
In addition to living in harmony with nature, Banyan Tree Ungasan is also committed to environmental protection. As soon as you enter your room, you’ll find a cute fabric turtle resting on the bed.If guests are willing to donate $2 to the Green Imperative Fund (GIF) for environmental protection, they can take the little turtle as a memento from Banyan Tree. These donations go toward protecting sea turtles in the Indian Ocean, coral reefs in the Maldives, and rainforests on Bintan Island, allowing every guest to join Banyan Tree in preserving the ecosystem.It’s worth mentioning that this little turtle is handmade locally by Balinese artisans, and Banyan Tree hopes to support the island’s traditional crafts while leaving guests with a meaningful keepsake.

▲ For just $2, you can contribute to the environment and take a little turtle home with you.
If you have the chance to visit the serene Binhai Bay, not only will you be embraced by the tranquil natural lakeside scenery, but you’ll also experience a renewed sense of vitality that fills every traveler with awe. Wandering along the shore, you’ll find moments of pure bliss.

▲Upon arrival at Banyan Tree, guests are welcomed with a garland of frangipani flowers and a traditional local blessing ceremony performed by dedicated staff, praying for a safe and smooth journey.
%The moment you step into the elegantly designed resort, you’ll be captivated by the luxurious ambiance and the heartfelt hospitality extended by the staff.

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