Four Seasons reopens Jimbaran Bay following renovations
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay has reopened, following a two-year renovation process that has seen both facilities and services updated.
Renovations began in May 2015 and were completed June 2017, with the resort’s entire workforce remaining on a full-time basis throughout. The process was overseen by Indonesian firm Jaya International, working to a brief that sought to enliven and modernise the villas’ Balinese aesthetic while creating flexible living spaces that maximise ocean views.
The resort has further added a new ocean-front venue for spa treatments and yoga; an artists-in-residence programme for guests to learn woodcarving, weaving, painting and dance; heli-surfing, sunset cruise and water biking adventures; and a customised dining concept in Sundara.
The freshly re-imagined Imperial and Royal Villas complete the transformation, preserving the ambience through original Balinese village architecture. Divided into seven village squares, 147 pool villas are cocooned within the high walls of traditional Balinese dwellings. All villas feature new landscaping, interiors, décor, furniture, electronics, thatch-roofing, wooden flooring, and customisable Four Seasons bed.
Inside, guests are presented with a contemporary design vocabulary, comprising spacious interiors and views across the sunset coast and curving Jimbaran Bay. Located steps from a three-mile beach, the three-bedroom, two-storey Imperial Villa features multi-level living spaces, residential-style kitchen and dining area, infinity pool, fitness studio, and in-villa services including private breakfast chef, personal trainer and yoga master. The Imperial Villa’s individual design also offers an ocean-edge venue to host private celebrations and weddings for up to 80 guests.
“Being one of the first resorts on the island, we were able to secure the best location with the combination of both cliff and beachfront land, and views across Jimbaran Bay’s fishing village,” explains General Manager Uday Rao. “It also means that we have had years of guest feedback to learn from, to perfect our offering. Our guests told us they love the location and authentic Balinese concept, and they love the people. Those elements haven’t changed and remain part of our DNA, while we have upgraded facilities and created the Imperial and Royal Villas to elevate the guest experience. We’re grateful to our owners for their support and excited to share this evolution with our loyal guests and staff.”
