Ayana Resort and Spa Bali - Jimbaran, Indonesia

Named after a 'place of refuge' in Sanskrit, Ayana is perched on limestone cliffs above the Indian Ocean near Jimbaran Bay on Bali's south-western peninsula. The 77-hectare property enjoys majestic views and a secluded location with a tranquil white-sand beach, yet is just 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport. The expansive resort includes 78 freestanding private villas and a 290-room hotel. The resort's design harmoniously blends traditional Balinese architecture and decor with the latest in modern luxury. Tile and alang-alang thatched roofing, distinctive Balinese doors, limestone carvings and a selection of Indonesian arts and antiques complement large marble bathrooms, plush bedrooms and private balconies. The spacious villas include private plunge pools and swim-up relaxation gazebos set within walled courtyard gardens for maximum privacy. Spread out across the property are four freshwater swimming pools including a children s pool, and the stunning salt-water, infinity-edged Ocean Beach Pool at the cliff's base, accessed via an inclinator. There are 12 dining venues including the ultra-chic Dava Restaurant and the sand-floored Kisik seafood restaurant over the beach. The award-winning, 22,000sqm Thermes Marins Thalasso spa complex brings together timeless European seawater therapies and traditional Balinese health and beauty treatments. Our World-Class Thalasso Spa - Boasts the world s largest Aquatonic pool, state-of-the-art facility. 2010 CONDE NAST TRAVELLER READER AWARDS#1 Spa in the World Favorite Hotel Spa in Asia & Indian Subcontinent. 2009 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDSAsia s Leading Luxury Resort THE famous ROCK BAR - Located on natural rocks 14 meters above the Indian Ocean at the base of AYANA's towering cliffs, this innovative open-top bar is Bali s most glam sunset and after-dark destination.