Tandjung Sari Hotel in Sanur, Bali

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Updated: February 27, 2023

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Hotel Essentials
• Location: Jalan Danau Tamblingan, Sanur.
• Hotel website: tandjungsarihotel.com
• Hotel phone: +62 (0)361 288 441
• Check prices for Tandjung Sari Hotel

A blue pool sit in front of the beach.

Tandjung Sari faces the scenic public beach and guests can find several options for lounging as well as many cafes and bars close by.

Tandjung Sari Hotel – Still exudes serenity, tradition, charm, and even romance – all in a top-notch location.
Built way back in 1962, the ‘Cape of Flowers’ is one of the very first hotels in Bali. It was designed to resemble a traditional village, so all buildings are low-level, and mossy paths meander around ponds of goldfish and bowls of lotus flowers. With all rooms at least 100m from the main road, it’s peaceful but still within a brief stroll of many cafés and shops (and the four-level mall/entertainment complex to be opened nearby in late 2023 called Icon Bali). Bungalows are separate and secluded behind lofty stone walls and feature an elegant, individual design that marries the traditional (e.g., four-poster beds) with the modern (e.g., sunken baths). The two-level viewing area with a reading room overlooks the beachside path (perfect for cycling), the divine beachfront pool, and the immaculately-raked sand. Worth a splurge, especially for a romantic holiday, so book ahead. And breakfast is included.

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Tandjung Sari Hotel – The Location

  • Area: Prime location in northern Sanur. Faces the beach and is surrounded by cafés and other facilities along the main road and beachside path. By late 2023, a four-level mall and entertainment complex called Icon Bali will be opened about 300m north of the hotel.
  • Address: Jalan Danau Tamblingan road No 41. The reception is 100m from the main road through Sanur, a more relaxed tourist region in southern Bali. Most guests use the pedestrian entrance along the beachside path.
  • How to Get There: The only way to/from the airport is by metered taxi or a chartered car with a driver. This takes about 25 minutes (15 km), depending on traffic.
  • Handy to: Speedboats to Nusa Lembongan island and Gili Islands. Golf course.

Tandjung Sari Hotel – The Basics

  • Guests: The serene setting overwhelmingly attracts couples, while the seclusion and old-style charm appeals more to older travelers.
  • Beach: Scenic beach with abundant shade. Like all others in Sanur, it’s not private (despite what the hotel may claim) and can get crowded – especially on Sundays (local day off).
  • Views: Many bungalows are secluded behind stone walls, and although those on two levels may provide some ocean views from the loft, most are too far for sea views.
  • Private Pools/Jacuzzis: None.
  • Parking: Some free and secure parking is available, but think long and hard before driving anywhere in Bali.
  • How to Book: Booking.com will have the best rates.
  • Phone: +62 (0)361 288 441
  • Email: info@tandjungsarihotel.com
  • Website: tandjungsarihotel.com

Tandjung Sari Hotel – Amenities

  • Pool: The shady, saltwater pool faces the sea but is not secluded from the public walking along the beachside path.
  • Spa: None.
  • Fitness Center: Impressive for a mid-sized boutique hotel.
  • Activities: Yoga classes.
  • Other Facilities: Gift shop. Reading room (library)

Tandjung Sari Hotel – Food and Drink

  • Restaurant & Bar: The hotel restaurant has an adorable al fresco setting along the beachside path. Creative menu and prices not as high as imagined. Also, high teas, romantic tables on the sand, and occasional live music.
  • Breakfast: Included in all rates.
  • Room Service: Available daily during restaurant hours of about 7am to 9pm.

Tandjung Sari Hotel – Rooms

  • Room Types: Village Bungalow • Two Storey Bungalow • Garden Sea View Bungalow • Beach Front Bungalow • Family Bungalow • South Garden Bungalow • List of all Rooms
  • Smoking Rooms: Strict policies, so check with management before lighting up.
  • Best Room: The most adorable of many are the two-level Beach Front Bungalows, some with sea views (or, at least, glimpses) from the upper floor. Substantial patio facing lush private gardens.
  • For Families: The two-bedroom Family Bungalows comfortably accommodate a family of four, but the hotel is not really suitable for those with children.

Tandjung Sari Hotel – Local Transport

  • Walking & Cycling: Walking around Sanur is certainly more pleasant than almost anywhere else in Bali. With flat roads and minimal traffic, cycling is also popular – and bikes can be rented from vendors along the beach. Walking, jogging, and cycling are ideal along the beachside path that passes the hotel and stretches almost the entire length of Sanur (about 6km).
  • Public Transport: Sanur is unique within southern Bali as local bemos (decrepit minivans with bench seats) still ply the main road. Fares are set, but invariably inflated for tourists.
  • Cars & Taxis: Driving anywhere in Bali is not recommended, but renting a car is possible at agencies all over Sanur. Taxis are abundant, cheap, comfortable, and the best option anywhere in southern Bali. For longer trips, charter a car with a driver. Ignore the drivers hanging about the streets and organize this through the hotel.
  • Motorbikes: These are also easy to rent and useful for getting around Sanur – less so for elsewhere in southern Bali. A popular way to reach anywhere in or around Sanur is a motorbike taxi called an ojek. Find one on the street for a negotiable fare or book one at a set price using the downloadable apps Grab and Gojek.
  • Shuttle Bus: To reach any tourist area outside of southern Bali, eg Ubud, buy a ticket at a travel agency for a shuttle bus. Some companies pick up guests from their hotels, but services for Perama, the only island-wide operator, leave from its office on Jalan Hang Tuah (2km north).

Tandjung Sari Hotel – What’s Nearby?

Best Nearby Restaurants & Bars

    These three places are south down the main road from the hotel’s main vehicle entrance:

  • The Wicked Parrot – Nightly music (often Irish-themed), shady setting, and friendly service. 200m from the hotel.
  • Three Monkeys – Attracts the same crowd night after night for wine, pizza, grills, salads, pasta, and funky live music. 350m.
  • Retro Kitchen & Bar – Daily specials, desserts, pizza, and children’s menu in an attractive setting. 400m from the hotel.
    Also, there are several quieter places facing the sea and accessible via the beachside path from the hotel. These include:

  • Soul on the Beach – Breezy setting, arty decor, and cheerful service. Well-liked for its creative menu and tempting daily specials. About 300m north.
  • Sand Beach Bar & Restaurant – Delightful setting and divine seafood. Also popular for breakfast and brunch. Only 200m north.

Nearby Shops

  • Numerous shops and minimarts can be found in all directions along the main road through Sanur. Worth visiting is Uluwatu, a very elegant boutique selling gorgeous things, mostly from handmade Balinese lace. Just 100m south down the main road from the hotel’s vehicle entrance.

Tandjung Sari Hotel – The Hotel

A blue car drives down a lively road with parked scooters.

The Tandjung Sari Hotel is in a fabulous location in northern Sanur, a quieter (but increasingly popular) tourist region in southern Bali.

A stone path down a trail lined with trees.

The hotel lobby is about 100m from the main road, away from the noise of the traffic.

A stone wall and entry holds a sign.

The “Cape of Flowers” hotel was one of the first built in Bali. This is the entrance along the beachside path.

Palm trees line a beach with chairs and umbrellas.

The hotel faces a particularly scenic stretch of beach immaculately maintained with plenty of natural shade.

Tan lounge chairs sit on the beach under umbrellas.

Abundant lounge chairs and umbrellas are set up for guests.

Jukung boats sit in the sun.

Jukung boats, traditional fishing canoes, line the shore.

A person walks by the tables on the beachside path.

There’s a beachside path that runs past the hotel and stretches for several kilometers in both directions.

Tables from the restaurant line the beachside path.

The hotel restaurant meets up to the beachside path that links the hotel with the rest of Sanur.

Guests eat out side at tables by the pool.

Authentic Indonesian cuisine and afternoon tea are served in the open-air restaurant. Private tables with a bespoke four-course dinner are also available.

four ornate wood chairs sit under an outdoor canopy.

The Tandjung Sari hotel contains lovely old-style touches.

Whicker table and chairs sit on orange tile in an open-air room.

There are plenty of places to relax around the grounds.

A woman and child swim in the pool.

The pool may appear smallish, but it is a perfect size considering the limited number of guests.

A two-level building sits next to the pool.

A reading room (library) is on top of a two-story building overlooking the pool.

Two mattresses lay in a thatched-roof gazebo.

The hotel gardens are sprinkled with traditional gazebos, perfect for relaxing.

A sculpture sits in front of a bungalow along a stone path.

Bungalows are among divine gardens and accessible along stone paths.

A sculpture sits in a garden.

With abundant palms and many ponds, the gardens are lush.

A white painted bungalow with a thatched roof with wood doors and plants surrounding it sit in the sun.

The Family Bungalows offer plenty of space.

Three whicker chairs sit around a white marble table.

The porch attached to every bungalow is substantial and faces private gardens.

A bed with curtain canopies sit in front of a window.

Bungalows are brightly decorated and spacious.

two wood sinks with white marble tops sit on a royal blue tile floor.

One exceptional feature of the bungalows is the exquisite bathroom.

A white tub sits on white tile outdoor surrounded by plants.

The Village Bungalows also contains an open-air bathroom.

A canopy of curtains hang over a large bed on an terracotta tile floor.

Each type of bungalow has a four-poster bed.

A wood desk sits on a royal blue tile floor.

Bungalows are large enough for a sizable desk.

A couple looks at crafts and jewelry at Kado Gift Shop at Tandjung Sari.

Kado Gift Shop at Tandjung Sari sells locally made crafts, textiles, sarongs, blouses, and jewelry.

Sun-bleached whicker chairs sit on the patio at Three Monkeys restaurant.

Three Monkeys restaurant is only a few minutes walk south down the main road from the hotel, popular for pizza, grills, salads, pasta, and funky live music.

Tables with green table clothes sit in front of a small stage.

Music every night and friendly service can be found at The Wicked Parrot, 200m south of the hotel via the main road.

Wood tables and tile floors with orange walls at the Retro Kitchen & Bar.

The Retro Kitchen & Bar specializes in Indonesian food but is also popular for desserts, pizza, and the children’s menu. About 400m south down the main road from the hotel.

Benches and chair sit outside the Soul on the Beach restaurant.

Certainly worth a 300m stroll north along the beachside path from the hotel is Soul on the Beach.

An open-air bar sits next to the beach.

The setting is superb, and the seafood is delicious at the Sand Beach Bar & Restaurant, only 200m north of the hotel via the beachside path.

An empty beach with two boats in the water.

The beach in this part of Sanur is wide, sandy, and clean.

A pile of blow up yellow duck floats sit on the sand while boats fish in the water.

A little further north of the hotel, the beach is popular with locals, especially on Sundays (the local day off for many).

A colorful Jukung boat sits in the sand on the beach waiting to go on the water.

Boat trips and other water sports can be arranged at kiosks along the beach near the hotel.

A man and child ride a light blue bike on the beachside path.

The flat beachside path outside the hotel is perfect for walking, jogging, and cycling.

Bicycles lean on a tree in the stand.

Rent bicycles from vendors along the beachside path near the hotel.

Motorcycles park along the road in front of stores.

There are more than enough facilities for tourists along the main road just outside the hotel’s vehicle entrance.

A dress, shirt, and pants dress mannequins in the Uluwatu handmade Balinese lace store.

All sorts of classy shops are along the main road near the hotel, including Uluwatu, which specializes in handmade Balinese lace. Check rates and availability: Tandjung Sari Hotel

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