Magnificent sunsets on the beautiful stretch of beaches, Seminyak is an area of excitement and is the center of large resorts and boutique hotels including The Colony Hotel. Centered in the fashionable streets surrounded by award-winning boutiques and restaurants, upmarket shopping in a variety of luxury and prices are many of the reasons of why you should stay in Seminyak for your next visit to Bali.
While other areas such as the popular and crowded Kuta and the luxurious resorts of Nusa Dua with less crowded beaches, Seminyak offers a combination of these two areas with high-end lounges, clubs, and cafes where you can enjoy the sunsets on the beach while sitting in one of the many reasonably priced warungs alongside.
What to Do in Seminyak
There is really something for everyone in Seminyak. From low-end places to the high-class restaurants by Bali standards but are still low priced for the equivalent Western countries. The nightlife in Seminyak is a little tamer than Kuta. There are some clubs you can find in the area, though this region is more focused on beach clubs. Besides that, for all the shopaholics will love the walk-in streets filled with some of the biggest names in Bali opens up their shops here.
The Beaches
Beach in Bali | The Colony Hotel Seminyak Bali
Within the beaches, renting a sun lounger with the local stalls along the beach that will happily sell you a soda or some ice cold Bintangs to complete your perfect Balinese sunset. Another popular activity is the chance to go horse riding. Each rider will be assigned a horse guided by a professional leading you along to make sure you enjoy the ocean view while safely riding a horse. Children are welcome with varieties of ponies to choose from. For surfers, you can enjoy surfing here as it is less crowded than Kuta beach with some waves providing surfing opportunities.
Jari Menari Spa in Seminyak
Jari Menari Spa | Instagram: @jari_menari | The Colony Hotel Bali
Message & spa is one of a favorite thing to do for tourists. If you are looking for a quality spa, then Jari Menari Spa, an award-winning spa & massage center is a must try if you stay in Seminyak. The name ‘Jari Menari’ literally translates to ‘Dancing Fingers’ describing the flow of the practitioners’ hands during the massage sessions.
Jari Menari presents all kinds of the package you can enjoy by yourself, with your partner and even children packages for your loved ones. These packages include the famous 90-minute sequence ‘The Perfect’ Message’ only for IDR 485,000 or ‘The Signature Massage’ package for IDR 435,000 and even the ‘Four Hand Massage’ which presents two gifted practitioners working together in harmony for only IDR 550,000.
Traditional Bali
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The traditions of Balinese culture are never far away, Pura Petitenget which is one of the six important sea temples in Bali line the coast from Pura Uluwatu. Pura Masceti is also a famous temple specifically for the farmers. People who have farms come here and pray so that rain will fall regularly in the season and to stop insect infestations from damaging their crops.
Here is the must-do list if you are staying in Seminyak! From the excellent sunset beaches to the traditional temples within its shores, this region is always exciting and has something for everyone. Book your Holiday with The Colony Hotel to reach all these iconic destinations and make your stay in Bali an unforgettable one.