Picolo recommends · Hotel in Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia
Alila Seminyak
A swim on the roof with the Indian Ocean below, in a modern hotel on a calmer stretch of Seminyak beach.
From the rooftop pool, the beach stretches away in both directions and the surf breaks white below. Alila Seminyak stands on the sand a little north of the busiest part of town, in clean, contemporary lines.
There are several pools to choose from, and the rooms are generous and full of light. Many of them look straight out to sea, so ask for one when you book.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Alila Seminyak
We like it for travellers who want Seminyak without the crush. You are on the beach and close to the restaurants, but the stretch outside is quieter than in the centre.
It is a big hotel, and it feels more like a modern resort than anything distinctly Balinese. If you came for temples, carvings and village life, base yourself in Ubud for part of the trip.
What you get
- Rooftop pool with ocean views
- On Seminyak beach
- Several pools
- Large, bright rooms
- Restaurant on site
A day at Alila Seminyak
- Morning
- An early swim on the roof while the beach is empty.
- Midday
- A taxi into central Seminyak for shopping and lunch.
- Afternoon
- A lounger by one of the lower pools.
- Evening
- Sundowners on the roof as the light turns orange.
Location
Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia
Open in MapsQuestions about Alila Seminyak
Does Alila Seminyak have a rooftop pool?
Yes. Alongside several pools at ground level, there is a rooftop pool looking out over the ocean.
Is Alila Seminyak in the centre of Seminyak?
It is a little north of the centre, on the beach. That makes it calmer, while restaurants are still easy to reach.
Is Alila Seminyak a traditional Balinese hotel?
No. The style is contemporary, and the large scale gives it the feel of a modern resort.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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