The Hotel: Sol by Melia Kuta Bali

SOL by Meliá Kuta Bali enjoys a prime location just opposite Kuta Square. Situated within a leisurely 10-minute stroll from Kuta Beach, this hotel boasts a restaurant, a swimming pool, and rooms affording scenic views of lush tropical gardens. Guests can take advantage of complimentary WiFi throughout the property, The air-conditioned rooms at SOL by Meliá Kuta Bali are tastefully adorned with modern and vibrant decor, featuring private balconies that overlook either the captivating gardens or the inviting pools. In-room amenities include a flat-screen TV and a minibar, while the en suite bathrooms come equipped with complimentary toiletries. Live music performances can be enjoyed at the hotel's dining establishments, which also include a gift shop, a gym, a games room, and an on-site tour desk. The Kitchen restaurant offers a delectable array of both local and international specialties, while light snacks and refreshing cocktails are readily available at PlayBar and Pool Bar.

Room Details

*Sol Big Room Pool View

• Standard occupancy: Two people
• Maximum occupancy: Two people

The Area: Kuta, Bali

Sunsets over sea temples, tiered emerald rice terraces and mountain monkey sanctuaries are all part of what makes the island of Bali one of the most enchanting destinations in the world. Imbued with a mystical quality that flows through the nature and culture of the Indonesian holiday hub, Bali is a basket of arresting scenery, colourful markets and pulsing nightlife. The locals are genuine and friendly, and more than willing to give a recommendation on the best place to get quirky nail art, a tropical cocktail or handmade vase. The tourist hub of the island lies in Kuta, a bright, brash and vibrant centre where narrow laneways throng with bars, shops and offerings of flower petals, while incense wafts through the air. Walk down to the main beach for a surfing lesson with one of several schools, where equipment and instruction is provided to turn Groupies into grommets in no time. Then wander up the Poppies Lane One and Two to haggle for a bargain pair of sunglasses, a vibrant sarong or handmade tourist keepsake. As one of the biggest water parks in Asia, Waterbom is worth a visit for kiddos and adults alike for its fun slides, lazy rivers and swim-up bars. By night, visit Seminyak for Bali’s classy core, where fine dining restaurants in myriad styles sit aside glass-walled boutiques and luxury day spas. Day trippers keen for adventure journey into the middle of the island to Ubud to snap photos of green rice paddies, meet the monkeys at a crumbling forest temple or shop for art at the market. See volcanic peaks and valleys or instead go west to view the cliff top temple of Tanah Lot by sunset.