Why Book Ayodya Resort Bali

When it comes to Bali’s south coast, Nusa Dua is renowned for its calm waters, picture-perfect resorts and golden hour sunsets so good they’ll have you reaching for your phone (and forgetting to use it). But within this polished enclave lies something a little rarer: a beachfront sanctuary that blends incredible all-inclusive benefits with old-school hospitality that’s becoming hard to find on the Island of the Gods. Here’s why Ayodya Resort Bali deserves a spot on your must-book list.

It’s truly all-inclusive: whatever you want, whenever you want it 

That means à la carte lunch and dinner at any of Ayodya’s incredible restaurants, including Indonesian restaurant Waterfall, Japanese house of teppanyaki Genji and the laidback Ayodya Beach Club & Grill. It also includes unlimited drinks (wine, beer and cocktails), a minibar with bottles of Bintang beer replenished daily, afternoon tea by the ocean and live entertainment to close out the day.  

Start your day with sunrise breakfasts overlooking the lotus pond, break for satay skewers by the pool, and wrap up with a candlelit feast under the banyan trees. Themed nights – like the resort’s signature Balinese Cultural Dinner Show – add a theatrical flourish. Even 24-hour room service is included – midnight cravings don’t have to wait for morning. 

There’s a secret speakeasy where no two cocktails are the same 

Tucked discreetly behind the gym and spa is the perfect spot for night owls: Ayodya’s take on the speakeasy-style cocktail bar (extra charges apply). Based on the ancient Sanskrit word (meaning “divine elixir of the Gods”) SOORA is a mixology-focused hideaway specialising in plant-based concoctions. Each recipe can be personalised and tweaked, ensuring no two cocktails are the same. 

You’ll have access to one of Bali’s best beaches 

Ayodya fronts the most sought-after stretch of sand in Nusa Dua: Mengiat Beach, a calm spot shielded by an offshore reef, perfect for swimmers, stand-up paddleboarders or those happy to lounge beneath a frangipani tree. Unlike the surf-churned beaches of the west coast, here the ocean feels more like a lagoon – safe, shallow and swimmable. 

Ayodya Beach Club & Grill has the best seat in the house 

Perfectly positioned on Mengiat Beach, it’s here holidaymakers gather each night to catch that million-dollar sunset. Take a seat and watch as daytime morphs into golden hour, with cushioned cabanas and cocktails coming in steadily. When you’re feeling peckish, order freshly-caught seafood and wood-fired pizzas. On weekends, DJs and acoustic sets bring the buzz of Bali’s west coast to you. 

The rooms and suites are authentically Balinese (with plenty of family-friendly options)

Walk into any of Ayodya’s rooms and you’re greeted with rich teakwood accents, hand-carved panels and traditional batik textures – a nod to that coveted castaway feel that made the island famous.  

Travelling as a crew? There’s space for everyone. Ayodya’s Family Interconnecting Rooms are for families that need the extra room. Add to that a sprawling kids’ pool and daily activities (think Balinese crafts and beach soccer), and you’ve got a resort that makes family travel feel frictionless. 

In a rare win for parents of teens, Ayodya defines a ‘child’ as anyone under 17 – so those all-inclusive perks (meals, drinks, activities) extend to older kids without the adult surcharge. That’s huge for multi-generational trips or those with high schoolers in tow, who’ll appreciate the freedom while you enjoy a little more peace of mind. 

You can level up your escape with Ayodya Palace Club access 

If the standard inclusions are generous, Ayodya Palace Club – an exclusive retreat that’s connected to, but separate of, the main complex – places you on another level. Bonus extras include private check-in, a dedicated beachfront pool, all-day non-alcoholic refreshments and evening cocktails and canapés served in an exclusive lounge.