Nice one Kevin .. it’s always a great thing when a ‘product’ lives up to the Hype .. 🙏
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
That's truly the only thing I ask for! haha Thanks for watching 🩴
@kilantravels
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate you taking eleven takes to get your video without guests walking past you! I also appreciate the fact that you pronounced “tape” correctly 😁 Unfortunately the only Alila I’ve been to is Alila Bangsar in Kuala Lumpur LOL I wonder what happened to their plans in some of the more exotic places in Indonesia like Tarabitan in North Sulawesi and Bintan (near Singapore).
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure of the plans, but my guess would be, those were planned before Hyatt bought them? I can't imagine Hyatt investing in a resort in the likes of Sulawesi and Bintan when frankly, they have a lot of other more popular places they could/should be expanding into first. Thanks for watching 🩴
@petek5523
Жыл бұрын
Wow 🤩! Really nice. From the food to the room (your upgraded one) to the spectacular setting, everything was on point. Makes up for some of your less than spectacular resort stays. Thanks for sharing
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Agree! Thanks for watching 🩴
@edporsche20
7 ай бұрын
Been there when covid, luckily potato beach club didn't operate at that time. So, serenity was present. 💟
@tfft
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing ✈️
@nanaontherun1968
Жыл бұрын
What a gorgeous resort, and I'm definitely adding it to my list for my next trip to Bali. 😊
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@susanyeung4165
Жыл бұрын
Nice review as usual! Yeah, not a fan of Seminyak but this property was pretty good! We also visited the Alila in Ubud and loved it. Totally different vibe. I'm an Alila loyalist 😊
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Yes I agree very different vibes, but… the same frequency perhaps haha. Thanks for watching 🩴
@shakesnbake
Жыл бұрын
Great reviww as always. I see what you mean about still looking great even when It's dreary :)
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻
@gilbertnicholas1582
Жыл бұрын
This one looks very nice Hopefully you'll make a video about the Alila Uluwatu soon That resort is also really nice
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Alila Uluwatu's pricing is as steep as the cliffs that it hangs off of... so... unlikely lol. Thanks for watching 🩴
@gilbertnicholas1582
Жыл бұрын
@tfft It definitely isn't cheap to stay there that's why I used points 😁
@IloveFreo
Жыл бұрын
Wow , stunning hotel.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@ariosart3662
9 ай бұрын
2012 this hotel was built and I was part of it.😊😊
@tfft
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing ✈️
@charliebrown5
Жыл бұрын
Thank You ✈️
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@kassio68
Жыл бұрын
Fun fact about the Alila Seminyak: The hotel is built where earlier the gay beach was located. So when construction of the hotel began, there was a lot of disappointment and anger in the gay community to have lost this beautiful spot on Seminyak beach. But for the grand opening night in 2015, the management did great efforts to invite each and everyone from the vast gay community in Bali. I remember that I felt as if being at the gay beach again at the opening party.... so finally I think everyone is proud now that Alila built such an extraordinary good hotel at this beautiful spot.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that. While I'm sure there are still some that wish it was never built, being a part of the community myself, I'd say an Alila is just about the most LGBTQ+ friendly large chain you could get on the island. Thanks for watching 🩴
@robbmaruschak2330
Жыл бұрын
We visited in May and this video does a wonderful job of showcasing this fantastic property. One of the best breakfast buffets I've enjoyed.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@mikefellbach6841
Жыл бұрын
Sorry but the card was not hand written. The dead giveaway is that the letters are not connected. It is a font that looks lkie handwriting, thus you believed it was handwritten (when in fact it was printed on a printer).
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
As someone else mentioned though, it seems it was more than just a printer- they mentioned a calligraphy machine that writes with something like an actual "pen"...in person, I can see slight variation in pressure from letter to letter. Thanks for watching 🩴
@plasmaturkey48
Жыл бұрын
Damn the food looks insanely good 😋
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
It certainly was! Thanks for watching 🩴
@maitreyabhattacharya
Жыл бұрын
I will be staying at the Park Hyatt Bali for 5 days this November. Is it good?
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
There is no Park Hyatt in Bali... so, I'm gonna go with a "no" lol. Thanks for watching 🩴
@travelbliss5148
Жыл бұрын
It’s either Grand Hyatt Nusa Dua or Hyatt Regency Sanur. Grand Hyatt is a huge property in prime Nusa Dua but it is 30 years old hotel.
@maitreyabhattacharya
Жыл бұрын
@@travelbliss5148 Yrs, I will stay at the Grand Hyatt. I accidently wrote Park Hyatt
@adi2082
21 күн бұрын
I'm surprised you haven't visited the Ayana resort in Bali, I think you would really like that place. Would love to see your impressions of that resort as you make some of the best videos on resorts I have seen on KZitem.
@tfft
17 күн бұрын
I generally don't levitate to resorts which have a huge sponsored influencer presence on KZitem. Not saying there's anything wrong with it, just a choice.
@andrewbustin88
2 ай бұрын
Can I please ask which room you originally booked? Deluxe king?
@tfft
2 ай бұрын
Whatever the base room was.
@erwinwang1446
Жыл бұрын
Hi Mr. Kevin, I recently stumbled upon your channel and I must say, it's been a real deal for me, especially in my search for affordable luxury travel reviews. I can't help but think I should have discovered it sooner! Your approach to the reviews, from the meticulous detail to the carefully selected soundtrack, is truly enjoyable. The numerical breakdown you provide also makes it easier for me as a viewer to grasp. And your narration style, peppered with just the right amount of humor 🤣 adds a delightful touch without compromising the essence of the review. Thank you for the incredible effort you put into your content. You've not only gained a subscriber, but also a dedicated fan!
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for those kind words and welcome to the channel!
@guptavipul15s
5 ай бұрын
Hi Kevin, can you also review Mandapa Ubud, Raffles Jimbaran and The Stones Legian
@tfft
5 ай бұрын
I generally prefer resorts under $600, so those aren’t on my lists at the moment.
@guptavipul15s
5 ай бұрын
@tfft sure. We are also planning to visit The Stones Legian for approx 6 nights. Your inputs will be valuable if you visit that property before September as we are traveling 8th Sep onwards.
@rizkyazwany
7 ай бұрын
Great review! Can non-guest access to see pool no 3 like seeing pool no 1?
@tfft
7 ай бұрын
I don't know about that- you'd need to contact the hotel. Thanks for watching 🩴
@rizkyazwany
7 ай бұрын
@@tfft oh I see, because I saw that you could just walk into pool 1 as its seems to just be an open access, so I thought it may also be the case for pool 3 😅 thank you btw!
@TheOrangeGunner
Жыл бұрын
I reviewed this hotel in 2016 and it is my favourite in Bali. I am glad to see that 7 years later it still lives up to the high standards.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@blazek7864
Жыл бұрын
I’ve visited and honestly I have to say I found it a bit boring, cold and lacking in character - even the Indigo in Seminyak was more interesting.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
To each their own. Thanks for watching 🩴
@blazek7864
Жыл бұрын
Love your videos
@flightofancy1
Жыл бұрын
Great review. The brand really takes pride in maintaining their properties, even the old(ish) one in uluwatu is pretty outstanding for its age, and the service in the Bali properties is actually somewhat different from the Alila in KL, sad to say. Also love how you try and contain your excitement for how good the property is :)
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Agree about the condition and I appreciate that they use materials that are made to last more than just a few years like many new hotels are doing now. Thanks for watching 🩴
@adamjones4730
Жыл бұрын
The beach club your first room looked over was Mrs Sippy, not Potato Head. I’ve actually stayed at Alila in the rooms backing onto the actual Potato Head, and never heard a thing. Potato Head, having a (stunning) hotel itself goes to great lengths to contain its music. I really do encourage you to stay at Potato Head Suites or the smaller Studios - the stunning architecture, amazing food, spectacular location is actually my pick over Alila Seminyak
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Someone else pointed it out, thanks for that. I suppose when I was in Bali (the time when I made up my mind about that being Potato Head) I suppose Google Maps may have been influenced by Potato Head's ads or something. Either way, I've added a note about it in the description. Thanks for watching 🩴
@bellyhungry
Жыл бұрын
Great review. Very enjoyable video. Deserves wider audience. Appreciate your straight talk. Can't wait for the next video.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Appreciate that! Thanks for watching 🩴
@kevboynet
6 ай бұрын
That dessert, sticky rice, and jackfruit: I'm conjuring images of you on a kline a la Hedonismbot from Futurama.
@tfft
6 ай бұрын
Me: Chilling on Level 18 This comment: Coming in hot on Level 78
@iphoukwani
3 ай бұрын
lol I'm guilty of being a patron of Potato Head my last visit lol The food was really good there though! Even more reason to stay at the Alila next door now but on the other side lol
@tfft
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing ✈️
@shrjun
Жыл бұрын
Would u rate this hotel experience higher than the Belmond at Jimbaran ..I already have a tentative booking in Dec for Jimbaran puri ( based on your video ❤). Just looking for quiet time and a nice beach/ pool . 8 year old in tow. Thanks 👍
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
They are very different vibes. Depends if you want classic Bali or modern Bali, really. Thanks for watching 🩴
@jamesphelps1958
4 ай бұрын
Already did throw your playlists on loop overnight! Would love to see the St Regis and W reviewed if you get back to Bali. I’m having trouble deciding between them for an upcoming trip
@tfft
4 ай бұрын
St. Regis perhaps, W, unlikely.
@jenniferrahman6960
Жыл бұрын
I think I agree, it could be overcast or rain all day but this resort would still look stunning. Such manicured gardens. Breakfast looks good, thought put into the dishes. A very nice property - cannot fault this one! 🌴
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Agree! Thanks for watching 🩴
@mikeykeyes
10 ай бұрын
Considering in Australia they charge the same money as this hotel for a meagre hotel with nothing with it this is a steal because to fly to Bali would cost peanuts! We booked a boutique hotel in Sydney, 3 star costing $179 per night with shared bathroom! With ensuite it is $279/night Australian. This hotel comes out to be $300 AUD based on the price you paid
@tfft
10 ай бұрын
I have hotel stays booked in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Darwin and none of the (nice) hotels I'm staying at come near $300AUD haha. Must be seasonal! Thanks for watching 🩴
@jimhearsonwriter
2 ай бұрын
Those green walls just make it feel so fresh - it's probably why it looks good on drab days: it always looks verdant. Oh, and that's how you have a temple on site, rather than building a ruin and treating it with fake reverence.
@tfft
2 ай бұрын
Agreed!
@mg7919
3 ай бұрын
Stayed here expecting a lot after this review but was left very disappointed. Hotel is rather dated and my wife and I received food poising from sea salt on two separate occasions
@tfft
3 ай бұрын
Agree to disagree! I saw nothing dated about it while I was there.
@doublesidedtape1000
Жыл бұрын
Between this place, and the Ubud and Uluwatu properties, I'm thinking I'll have to start planning a trip to Bali (though not soon, next one in the works is a Switzerland/Egypt/Thailand trip for early 2025).
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
By that time there will also be quite a few new properties on the island as well! You'll have loads to pick from. Enjoy your trip 🗺️
@well-blazeredman6187
Жыл бұрын
Great stuff - and I'd consider splurging to stay there. I'll come back for a second viewing of that dessert, once I've Wiki'd 'jackfruit'. Seminyak or Uluwatu? I still think the former - but the convenience of the resort for excursions might be the clincher in my planning. This aspect is something that caught me out in my trip to Thailand.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
The price difference between the Uluwatu and Seminyak properties is so much that it's kinda like comparing a Park Hyatt to a Holiday Inn... So it's just a matter of do you want 4 nights in Seminyak? or 1 in Uluwatu? lol
@satoshi3043
6 ай бұрын
Incredible presentation with plenty of information. Thank you sir . I really trust your reviews . Cheers from Tokyo.
@tfft
6 ай бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻
@GuillermoGomezGG1959
Жыл бұрын
Well you just made my vacation plan quite easy. Thanks Kevin!! Alina Seminyak will be. There isn’t like a sunset at the Java Sea. Abrazo- Peace of I. GG
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻
@donjohnson4368
Жыл бұрын
What time of the year did you visit. Might be interesting to include the best and worst times to visit… great work again 🇬🇧
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
The time of year I visited is always in the opening graphic (Spring 2023) and the best times of year to visit are in the FAQ graphic (varies…). Thanks for watching 🩴
@colindavy5554
Жыл бұрын
I staeyd here perhaps 4 or 5 years ago - had a largely great stay in what was an amazing room (a beach or seminyak suite from memory). However the door (one that swings open and closed rather than slides) to one of the bathrooms had no handle on it so you could have to reach around, pull it shut, and quiuckly move your hand out of the way so it didn't get cuaght, and hope that you did so with enough force for it to shut. It was odd. And the staff didn't seem to understand how that was weird. Also, the food at breakfast I thought was exceptionally avergae such that I didn't bother with it after the first day given the great cafes in the area. Other than that it was hard to beat and staff were very friendly. This was before it became part of Hyatt - so perhaps the food has improved since then too. A great review as always!
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
I have to imagine the food has improved since your visit- nothing I had here was anywhere near average. Thanks for watching 🩴
@scottscott5224
Жыл бұрын
I've been eagerly awaiting this review from you. You did a great job (as always) I'll be there in a few weeks and you've amped up my excitement even more. Btw: the shot of the beach club with the loud music was Mrs Sippy, not Potato Head. I'd love to see you review Potato Head. Its one of my favourite places to stay in Bali and I rate it very highly.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻 I've added a note about Mrs Sippy to the description, thanks for that!
@MattHayesAU
Жыл бұрын
The pool on the roof is the penthouse exclusive pool, so glad you did this one we are there soon !
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Ahhhhhh, ok, I feel better about not knowing about it then! haha. Thanks for that!
@MattHayesAU
Жыл бұрын
@@tfft there is a video here some place with people staying in it but horrendous to watch, it’s 3 bedrooms and comes with a butler and alike
@lameowizard
Жыл бұрын
This is my favourite Hyatt Bali property, second only to the Alila Villas Uluwatu
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
They've got some good ones on the island... the only thing I think they're missing is perhaps a Park Hyatt Uluwatu (or Nusa Dua). Thanks for watching 🩴
@vivitow873
Жыл бұрын
Alila jakarta not so much tho…. nice review!!
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Good to know! Thanks for watching 🩴
@khAlif34
Жыл бұрын
Love this review. Couldn't agree more that the breakfast buffet at Alila Seminyak is excellent. Only the room was a bit dated and I can see some wear and tear on their furnitures while I stayed there. Anyway, please do One and Only Desaru Coast. Would love to see your review 😅
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
I've heard... less than amazing things about that property. Hard to justify a trip there without many resorts around. Thanks for watching 🩴
@tidusfantasy
Жыл бұрын
U gave too high of a score for this one lol... I stayed here before, and CS was great, and food was good too, but the hotel itself i dont find it that gorgeous looking... U stayed in St regis before? Or even W, they look much nicer to me, albeit, probably not the kinda crowded u like lol... But the pools in W were amazing... I dont find this alila particularly visually stunning though... But CS is great like u said
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Keep in mind my scores are relative to price. The W is double the price of the Alila and the St. Regis, triple. And yes, I’ve stayed at the St. Regis before, it’s a very very different experience and class of hotel all together lol, hard to compare.
@tidusfantasy
Жыл бұрын
@@tfft ok fair point! They r indeed quite ex lol
@HinW-m4u
9 ай бұрын
we are quite disappointed at the Alila. stayed here after a stay at the nearby W. While the hard product of the Alila is better--great pools, nice modern rooms and the in-room amenities were all nice touch. But, and it's a big but, the soft product is not up to par. The staff's engagement is random at best, during check in, no explanation about the resort layout amenities etc. the food itself was the biggest disappointment of all, for us. there were very few local food on offer, and the qualities were not consistent. I get the fact that why resorts like this around here (same as at W) offered mostly western food. but the Alila had even less than W, and not quite as good. The breakfast offering was not great neither, while the fruit section were better. the service in general was just not up to par for a 5-star resort
@tfft
9 ай бұрын
Shocking to hear this about this property. I've heard mixed reviews about the Alila Manggis but rarely a bad word about any of the others on the island. Thanks for sharing ✈️
@doomolit
Жыл бұрын
Once again excellent Review.. have been binging on your videos for the last three days.. truly amazing content..
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻
@DjehanPrabowo
3 ай бұрын
❤ good living in Seminyak bali Amien 🙏😊
@tfft
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@allhill
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this awesome video review, makes me include Alila Seminyak for next visit!
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@mindfulfascia
11 ай бұрын
Thank you! Love this video and learning about the history of Cheti Ubud. No wonder it is so beautiful!!!
@tfft
11 ай бұрын
Can't wait for my trip to another Chedi soon! Thanks for watching 🩴
@gosikh
Жыл бұрын
I usually stay at Hyatt Regency but will have to try Alila next time.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Enjoy your trip 🗺️
@sk45861
11 ай бұрын
Great review, would love to know your review of merusaka nusa dua
@tfft
11 ай бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻
@Yyh85
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great video again Kevin, am looking for a beachfront resort for a few nights in Seminyak next year and this might have vaulted to the top of the list
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Enjoy your trip 🗺️
@simondunster2284
Жыл бұрын
There are 5 pools if you include the Studio at Alila.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Fair enough! Thanks for watching 🩴
@Beniell-Khoshaba
7 ай бұрын
I have stayed at the Renaissance, W, and Courtyard, this is definitely up there.
@tfft
7 ай бұрын
Someone loves Marriott haha.
@Beniell-Khoshaba
5 ай бұрын
@@tfftI’m in aLiLa right now actually😂
@soupdragon1
Жыл бұрын
Looked fantastic for that nightly rate great review thanks.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@DeniseSommerRoque
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for introducing me to the Alila brand a year ago when I fell in love with their style after watching your Alila Ubud review. Just booked a short all inclusive stay at their smallest property in Bali, the resort in Manggis just to indulge 🥰….can’t wait!
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Ah and Manggis is such a STEAL! Cash or points… I know it’s a bit of a drive to get there but it really is a great value for an upscale property on the island. Can’t wait to go there myself sometime, I’m curious how you’ll like it. Thank you as always for the support 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@DeniseSommerRoque
Жыл бұрын
@@tfft will let you know, we’ll go there in 2 1/2 weeks 🥰 Their restaurant is also called Seasalt…maybe there are some of the same dishes on the menu, because it all looked so mouth-wateringly delicious 🙏🏼
@SinnoraiLife
4 ай бұрын
I'm glad I stayed at Alila. W would have been way too party-friendly. Alila is the perfect mix of being family-friendly yet trendy without the fussiness you mentioned. Several years ago, I remembered seeing the Alila beach roped off from non-guests, so I thought it was quite "exclusive" back then.
@tfft
4 ай бұрын
I hate the word "chill" but this Alila really is the definition of it in every way. Fantastic resort!
@noeapantoja
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video Kevin, great work per usual.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻
@hamzahbogary8392
3 ай бұрын
Tennis courts???
@tfft
3 ай бұрын
🤔
@jonsensinaga
Жыл бұрын
Now craving for Alila Uluwatu.
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Me too... 💰💰💰 haha. Thanks for watching 🩴
@bali-days
Жыл бұрын
Lovely place but I think you made it look a little boring with no people anywhere! It looked so empty that it makes me not want to go there. My brother & his wife, niece & her husband were there this week & said it was packed. It would look better if there were a few people around I think!
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
I understand, but I reckon if you were here vacationing you wouldn’t be too happy if there was a guy constantly walking around recording you and your family. That’s why it’s always my policy to exclude guests as much as practically possible and film during off peak times. If I’m disturbing a guest on vacation, then I’m literally defeating the entire purpose of publishing these videos. Thanks for watching 🩴
@vinsensiusjehamin11
Жыл бұрын
I'm very proud because I used to work at Alila hotel, even now I'm working in Labuan Bajo, love you.❤❤❤
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much 🙏🏻
@baliwalknshops1517
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@currylaksa
Жыл бұрын
wow, you are back in bali already, always love your review. I stayed in this hotel before covid. Checked in time took me 3 hrs as the room was not ready. The room was a bit dirty, with few ants crawling on the bathroom wall. The only thing i love was the beach as it has perfect wave to surf. the noise from beach club at night also annoying
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing ✈️
@holgerklare444
Жыл бұрын
Simply… WOW!
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🩴
@youtubetokyo8977
Жыл бұрын
Seminyak kind a guy 😂
@tfft
Жыл бұрын
True tho 😂
@youtubetokyo8977
Жыл бұрын
@@tfft what is the difference between seminyak guy and Ubud guy's 🤣🤣🤣
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