Mayaloka Villas Seminyak

The Maya Loka Villas are tucked along a small quiet laneway off the main Petitenget strip, which helps keep the noise from the nearby nightspots out. Each villa compound is surrounded by tall walls, which also keeps the noise levels down and offers guests a high level of privacy. The entrance of the hotel features stunning tropical greenery, tall flowering frangipani trees, flowing koi ponds, and cute outdoor tables set in the garden. On-site facilities are limited, with only a functional lobby area and little else. The lobby is semi open-air and is housed in a thatched roof building with terraccotta floors and a wooden structure. A majority of the hotel guests are couples, and it's easy to see why as the atmosphere is tranquil and romantic. The two- and four-bedroom villas are spacious and are a good option for groups of friends or families, though there aren't any facilities to keep kids engaged.

The hotel is tucked along a small quiet laneway, five minutes walk from Petitenget street, which is one of Bali's trendiest and most happening neighborhoods. The area features a great selection of fine dining restaurants, boutique shops, and a sophisticated nightlife scene. Popular dining options nearby include: Metis, Sardine, Biku, and Bambu -- all within a 15-minute walk. Petitenget Beach takes around 10 minutes reach on foot from the hotel. This stretch of ocean has some heavy riptides and can be a dangerous place to swim, but it does offer some decent surfing waves and the long white-sand beach is nice for walks or lounging. There are also some great oceanfront restaurants and beach clubs in the area, including Potato Head beach club, W Bali, and La Lucciola Restaurant. Kuta Beach is around a 35-minute drive from the hotel. Guests should budget at least 45 minutes for airport transfers, though driving times can take much longer depending on traffic.

There are one- two- and-four bedroom villas on offer. The villas are all bright and airy, with open-air living rooms that overlooking private swimming pools and tropical gardens. The bedrooms look out onto the gardens and are encircled by glass doors and windows. Each villa compound is highly private and all are surrounded by tall walls. Interiors feature a blend of modern and traditional stylings, plus natural materials throughout. Villas feature thatch roofs, terra-cotta floors, and rich wooden trim. The furniture is also made of quality hardwoods, and villas are outfitted with work desks and chairs, dining room tables, and comfy upholstered couches. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, safes, coffee- and tea-making facilities, mini-fridges, batik bathrobes, and toiletries. 

All villas feature private roomy plunge pools surrounded by tropical gardens, with flowering frangipani trees, heliconia, and dense tropical greenery. There are also lounge chairs around the pool. The four-bedroom villas are located a short walk down the street from the main group of villas and lobby area. These villas have plain white walls and polished concrete throughout. The stylings are also more modern and industrial, with less traditional Balinese inspired features than the other villas offered. Four-bedroom villas also have the largest plunge pools and have fully equipped kitchens. 

Most villa bathrooms are semi open-air, and feature outdoor rain showers, deep soaking tubs, and small vanities with porcelain sinks and large mirrors. The bathroom in the Honeymoon Villa features a completely open plan design and the swimming pool goes right up to the edge of the bathroom. Visually the design is elegant, though some guests may find the lack of privacy uncomfortable.

Although mostly well maintained, the villas are somewhat aged. 

Maya Loka Villas has little on offer outside of the villa compounds themselves. The only facility is the hotel lobby, which is just a functional place to check-in. The lobby does have some comfy couches and features a nice setting surrounded by tropical greenery and koi ponds. There's a small seating area out in the garden, adjoining the lobby. The hotel doesn't have restaurant, but with so many great dining options within walking distance from the hotel, this won't be too much of an issue for most independent travelers. Room service is available and is reasonably priced. An a la carte breakfast is also included in most room packages. The front desk can help guests with vehicle rentals and tour arrangements, plus the hotel provides a free daily shuttle service to nearby tourist areas. Parking is available. Wi-Fi is free throughout.