Luxury with a Touch of Nature
The south-east coastal region of Bali is one of the island’s most wildly beautiful, with deserted black sand beaches, smatterings of fishing communities and towering volcanoes dominating the landscape.
It is also one of Bali’s most historically and culturally rich areas, offering visitors a more authentic, traditional Balinese experience. So far, however, few luxury resorts have been built along this stunning coastline; in some respects, this is good news as it means that the region has preserved its tranquillity, inherent traditions and natural beauty.
Thus, it is exciting to learn that a new upscale resort, The Purnama Art Suites and Villas, was recently launched in this area: an exclusive boutique retreat and destination styled with the sophisticated and discerning traveller in mind, offering impeccable service, five-star standards and luxurious facilities. This sanctuary of refinement, however, lies hidden away on a rural oceanfront setting, a magical, tranquil spot in the heart of the island’s countryside. The resort is sandwiched between lush rice fields and the glistening black sands of Full Moon Beach, edged by papaya, banana and coconut groves. Beyond are verdant hills and terraced sweet corn and tobacco plantations, with dramatic coastline views extending to sacred volcanoes. Yet from this idyllic rural setting in Gianyar regency, The Royal Purnama Art Suites and Villas is just 15 kilometres from Sanur and 16 kilometres from the ancient highland town of Ubud, the island’s cultural, artistic and spiritual centre.
From the moment guests are greeted by their driver at the airport, The Royal Purnama is committed to providing exceptional hospitality and a unique holiday experience. With a guest policy stipulating a minimum age of 16 years, the resort is the ultimate romantic getaway, perfect for indulging honeymooners, couples and wedding parties, but also for families with older children or groups of friends seeking tranquillity within a refined atmosphere.
Exclusive accommodations at The Royal Purnama have been elegantly designed to create the ultimate in luxurious holiday living, while preserving the intrinsic culture and rawness of this coastal region. Contemporary architecture and international-style flair and comforts blend beautifully with traditional aesthetic principles, embellished with fine local craftsmanship.
The property consists of 35 private villas and suites in their own gardens comprising one-bedroom, single-storey studio-style suites with options for upper- or lower-level living; two-bedroom, two-storey suites and one- and two-bedroom villas. The largest accommodation is a four-bedroom villa, a sumptuous two-storey residence ideal for a larger group of friends or family.
All accommodations come beautifully appointed with artisanal hand-crafted furniture and local artworks that contrast with the latest top-notch appliances, including IPTV Entertainment Systems, O-Matic Malongo Espresso machines and 40-inch LED TV screens.
Romantically inspired bedrooms feature canopied king-size beds and luxuriant bedding, while oversized en-suite bathrooms provide semi-open-air monsoon showers, decadent soaking tubs and designer signature his and hers bathroom amenities.
All suites and one-bedroom villas come equipped with kitchenettes, while the two- and four-bedroom villas boast fully equipped kitchens. An open, tropical living concept creates a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors. Each accommodation provides a private swimming pool (except for the upper-level suites, which have balcony jacuzzis), plus canopied daybeds and sun loungers.
For dining, The Royal Purnama’s enticing menus provide an ever-changing selection of à la minute creations using seasonally fresh island produce sourced mainly from surrounding plantations and the resort’s own vegetable and herb garden; fresh seafood is purchased directly from village fishermen.
Overlooking the ocean and black sand beach and iconic, towering megalithic stones, the signature Standing Stones restaurant serves up semi-al-fresco gourmet dinners, from Balinese, Asian and Continental-inspired menus. The cuisine ranges from seafood degustation dinners to detox selections. Located on the beachfront, beside the freeform infinity-edge pool, the open-air beach lounge-bar offers a casual all-day menu with Western and Asian favourites, as well as mixologist-inspired cocktails. Guests can customize their own private dining experience with the services of a personal chef, covering candlelit in-villa dinners, beachside barbeques and plantation picnics.
Facilities extend to a library, an exclusive boutique and art gallery and the Black Sand Spa, which specialises in curative treatments that celebrate Bali’s rich healing traditions – don’t miss the island’s first healing Volcanic Sandpit. Spa treatments can be taken privately in villas and suites.
Several in-resort activities are complimentary, such as the sunrise yoga sessions, while leisurely pursuits beyond The Royal Purnama range from visiting ancient temples and water palaces, to day cruises to offshore islands.
To enhance your stay further, The Royal Purnama’s professional team provides exemplary personal service, a superb representation of local Balinese hospitality; ever-smiling, courteous and making sure guests are thoroughly pampered. Expect to hear the words, “Please make yourself at home: it’s our way of life.” Already acclaimed as one of Bali’s most anticipated new resorts, exclusive The Royal Purnama looks set to evolve as a blissful sanctuary for a romantic, child-free and luxurious holiday in a spectacular paradise.
