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Bali, the tropical island in the Indonesian archipelago, is a much sought after holiday destination. It has a vibrant culture that borrows from the diverse landscape and rich history. Bali is home to exotic temples, lush rice terraces, stunning beaches, and mesmerising countrysides. Bali’s pristine jungles are well-maintained and serve as a welcome retreat from the rush of city life.
The diverse landscape offers ample opportunities for luxury and immersive travel. Today, Bali has emerged as a hub of innovative architecture and design, contributing significantly to the conversation around sustainable travel and living. It is impossible to ignore the bamboo revolution here. Undoubtedly, the bamboo revolution has been quite the crowd puller to Bali over the past few years.
The unique bamboo homestays and resorts will leave you impressed, more so if you are an eco enthusiast committed to responsible travel. Situated in some of the most beautiful locations in Bali, without altering the balance of the natural landscape, these luxury homestays are a retreat for anyone seeking to go off-grid. Here’s a list of 8 impressive bamboo homestays in Bali:
Hideout Bali
Hideout Bali is not just a luxury stay – it is an experience. Tucked away in the pristine jungles of Selat in East Bali, Hideout lets you become part of the Balinese countryside. The homestay, situated near a river, overlooks the lush rice terraces so intrinsic to the Balinese landscape. If you love the local, authentic flavours of Balinese cuisine, this is a good choice. Also, nature lovers, eco enthusiasts, long-stay travellers, solitude seekers, culture buffs – Hideout is just the place for you!
Hideout comprises 6 bamboo homes. They are Hideout Original (the first one of the lot), Hideout Horizon (located in the jungle of East Karangasem), Hideout Beehive (a hexagon-shaped home), Hideout Falcon (with minimalist design), Hideout Lightroom (a smaller home funky in design), and Hay House (a tiny hut perfect for glamping).
Location: Jalan Alas Tunggal, Selat Duda, Karangasem
Contact: [email protected]
Website: https://hideoutbali.com/
Camaya Bali
Camaya is a magical bamboo home set amid rice terraces in Selat. It is the perfect spot for insta-worthy photo ops and gorgeous views to wake up to. Camaya will welcome you with the sight of endless green expanses and the chirping of birds, which will probably be the only sound you’ll hear around here!
Catch sight of the peak of Mount Agung in the distance while you sip your cup of morning tea. Camaya comes equipped with a kitchen, an open-to-sky shower, a bar table, a hammock, and a cosy corner with pillows that’s ideal to escape into a book.
Location: HFF5+3X Pering Sari, Karangasem Regency, Bali
Website: https://www.camayabali.com/
Veluvana
Veluvana is located in the picturesque Sidemen Valley that carries Mount Agung on its back. Sidemen is a small town and ideal for a non-touristy getaway to indulge in some tranquil moments amid the beautiful scenery and indigenous culture of the place. This bamboo home appears secluded and is perfect for the traveller looking for a quiet, relaxing time in a sparsely populated area (the touristy places in Bali can get quite crowded!).
Sidemen also offers easy access to a lot of famous tourist destinations in Bali. Some of them include; Lempuyang Temple (The Gateway to Heaven), Besakih (The Mother Temple of Bali), Tirta Gangga Royal Water Palace, Telaga Waja River for Rafting, Amed Diving Spot, and Bias Putih the Virgin Beach.
Veluvana is equipped with a kitchenette that’s equipped to take care of basic needs like coffee, hot water, or to cut up some fresh fruits and vegetables. The quirky rain-forest shower is a fun shower-time experience. The all-bamboo bedroom will definitely give you goosebumps when you catch sight of the rolling green hills and Mount Agung. Hammocks, couches, and reclining sofas will not have you relinquish your comfort and rest during your stay.
Location: GCGR+PP Telaga Tawang, Karangasem Regency, Bali
Website: https://veluvanabali.com/
Timing: Lunch hours are from 12 pm to 2 pm and dinner, from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Kumbuh Jungle
Kumbuh Jungle is located on the banks of the Bawak river at Kumbuh Village. The bamboo home is designed entirely by local workers which adds to its charm. It is perfect for a rustic, adventurous stay in the jungles of Kumbuh
that provides a peek into the Balinese countryside and the lifestyle of the rural people. Kumbuh Jungle is preferred by trekkers and backpackers who are keen on exploring the jungle and surrounding areas. And, of course, it won’t disappoint an environmentally conscious traveller.
Kumbuh is equipped with a unique tree shower, a pretty gazebo that’s perfect to relax in, a hanging deck and a net balcony that are good spots to lounge in and of course, for photographs.
Location: Jalan Desa, Jehem, Tembuku, Kabupaten Bangli, Bali 80671
Website: http://www.kumbuhjungle.com/
Green Village
Green Village is one of the most well-known bamboo projects from across the world. This innovative concept of a community of sustainable bamboo homes will blow your mind. Green Village has taken the bamboo revolution of Bali to the next level. It has proven that design can truly be an intersection between the wisdom of ancient structures, and the flexibility of modern techniques.
The unique design and structure of the bamboo homes in this ‘village’ are helmed by Elora Hardy of the IBUKU team, who gave the project a shape along with her father, John Hardy.
Green Village is located on the banks of the sacred Ayung River. It constantly reminds its visitors of the incredible possibilities of locally available, natural materials. Located nearby is the Green School, a private institution that teaches sustainable living, and is world-renowned today for spearheading the sustainability movement.
Location: Jl. Tanah Ayu, Sibang Gede, Kec. Abiansemal, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80352
Website: https://greenvillagebali.com/
Aura House
Aura House Bali is a three-storeyed eco homestay made of locally grown Asper bamboo. It is located on the banks of the Ayung River and located very close to Ubud. This stunning bamboo home will treat you to the sounds of the gurgling river and moments of repose amid nature. It is a perfect getaway for couples, especially because you can have the whole home to yourself.
Location: Sibang Gede, Kec. Abiansemal, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80352
Website: https://aurahouse-bali.com/
Stone House
If you were looking for a bamboo experience in Bali coupled with dreams of a treehouse, you have found them both, ironically, at Stone House Bali. This homestay will give you delightful views of the tropical jungle and palm trees. The treehouse structure adds a definite sense of romance to your stay – nothing can really match the experience of staying in one!
Stone House will treat you to organic vegetable farms that you can visit, expansive paddy fields that are the essence of the Balinese countryside, and the surrounding lush jungle for some intense communion with nature. This treehouse retreat is perfect if you want to unplug from the routine and take a few days to recuperate your heart and soul.
Location: Jalan Tirta Tawar, Kutuh Kaja, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Website: https://stonehousebali.com/
Eco Six Bali
Eco Six Bali resort, a vibrant bamboo villa, is located near Ubud. It is one of the more recent bamboo stays in Bali and has quickly gained popularity for its fun architecture and tropical resplendence. It has an infinity pool that is designed after the popular one in Santorini – another point of attraction that brings youngsters to Eco Six.
The villa is built on two floors, with the bedroom constructed on the ground floor (with an indoor bathtub for you to relax with views of the greenery outside) and an open-air living room on the upper floor that’s equipped with a Balinese-style hammock. Eco Six is a perfect retreat for a holiday in the beautiful Balinese countryside in a rustic yet luxurious setting.
Location: Eco Six Bali, Jl. Raya Ayodya, Tampaksiring, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80552
Website: Dome – Bamboo Villa in Eco Six Bali
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