Review of Plataran West Bali National Park: A Hidden Paradise in the Heart of Nature 🌿 If you’ve ever dreamed of staying in a place where nature gently wraps around you, where your day begins with birdsong and ends with sunsets over the mangroves — Plataran is that dream brought to life. This resort is not just a place to stay, it’s an experience that leaves a lasting imprint on your soul. Located in the heart of West Bali National Park, it offers a rare chance to live side by side with wildlife: deer stroll past your villa, eagles soar overhead, and the forest awakens with you each morning. It's magical — you don’t just visit nature here, you become part of it. A heartfelt thank you to the staff. The level of care, warmth, and genuine hospitality is extraordinary. Every interaction felt personal, kind, and sincere. They truly go above and beyond, always with a smile and a kind word. The food deserves its own praise — a delightful blend of Balinese flavors and modern finesse. Every meal was a celebration of freshness and taste. Dining under the stars, with the sound of the ocean nearby, was simply unforgettable. And the spa… an oasis of peace. With the scent of essential oils, the calming breeze, and the gentle sounds of the forest, each treatment felt like a soulful ritual. We left every session feeling restored and deeply relaxed. Plataran is a place we’ll always carry in my heart — not just for its beauty, but for the sense of harmony and connection it brings. I can’t wait to return.

Stayed in July 2025

A wonderful place in beautiful nature. Wildlife all around. Villa’s were great, clean and nicely decorated. Service was beyond good; everyone was so helpful and friendly. Infinity pool is great. Food and drinks were delicious. A quiet calming and peaceful place; feels like heaven on earth.

Stayed in July 2025

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Beautiful, tranquil Good food

Stayed in May 2025

The staff were exceptional - very friendly and helpful - we left feeling as though we had made new friends! The setting was idyllic and the breakfast was our favourite meal of the day!

Stayed in May 2025

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spacious room, great and tasty breakfast, afternoon tea , smiling and greetings staff , deers around, best attention and care from the resort, I can go on and on and the last but not the least got the best souvenir ever

Stayed in May 2025

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Our stay here has been absolutely wonderful. The atmosphere in the middle of the national park is truly special – so peaceful and quiet, with deer grazing right outside our villa and monkeys providing exciting moments, especially for our daughter. The staff have been incredibly warm and welcoming, especially towards our child. There were lovely activities for her and a beautifully natural playground she absolutely loved. The pool is simply spectacular – the largest we’ve ever seen, with stunning views of the sea. The food has been excellent, and the villa itself is luxurious, spotlessly clean, and thoughtfully designed – we especially loved the semi-outdoor bathroom, which added a touch of nature to the experience. The snorkeling trip organized from here was another highlight – perfectly arranged, with fantastic reefs around Menjangan Island and so many colorful fish to see. All in all, a magical stay. We’d absolutely love to come back!

Stayed in April 2025

Its a 4-5 hour drive from the airport along roads than can be quite narrow and many reckless drivers.

If you are tired of crowded over-touristy Bali, this is the place to go. Located in a national park, the resort is quiet, remote, and very nature conscious. Deer and monkeys regularly roam the premises and can be seen right outside the villas. The Balinese food is excellent and there are plenty of nature based activities: snorkelling, hiking, biking, diving, etc.

Stayed in April 2025

We loved our stay, the staff were so friendly and kind, the facilities were great with a lot of activity options and the room was so beautiful and well kept. Great value for money you get luxury service here.

Stayed in March 2025

Peaceful natural environment. So much wildlife. Monkeys, deer, Bali starlings, monitor lizards. Attentive and lovely staff. A wonderful welcome coconut and 5 minute massage after our long drive. Excellent turn down service inclusive of natural mosquito repellants. Beautiful outlook. Incredible spa nestled among mangroves overlooking the ocean. Daily kids activities. Water filter in the room was handy. It felt like a proper escape.

Stayed in January 2025

Not so much the fault of the accommodation, but the outdoor bathroom is covered but has openings on the sides. It was rainy season and one night it rained so hard everything got soaked - toilet paper, toiletry bags, towels. We had to wade through an inch of water to go to the toilet. It may have been a quirk out our villa (101) as I didn't see the same openings on other villa's bathrooms. The bed was massive and comfortable, but had extra wood to the sides, so in order to get out you needed to scoot a further foot. That might be an issue for anyone with mobility problems

The site is amazing, with individual villas in their own gardens with a veranda. Ours had a plunge pool overlooking the sea where we could watch the deer and monkeys roam. The room was very well appointed with good wifi, the tv worked well, there was plenty of storage. As well there was a water machine in the room, reducing plastic use in line with the ethos of the accommodation. There was a very good coffee maker as well. We had a welcome fruit bowl and lovely room decorations for our anniversary. Each night the villa is sprayed for mosquitos, and we enjoyed very comfortable nights inside our mosquito netting.

Stayed in January 2025

there is no kids zone, no toilet brushes or bidet in the toilet

location, space, wonderfull nature, animals, peacefull place, bycicles, house and interior, facilities, amazing food, very attentive staff

Stayed in December 2024

All perfect, but be aware the road towards the resort is a bite bumpy.

It was absolute 5 Star accommodation , The surroundings, the peacefulness, the. Nature a dream.

Stayed in November 2024

I liked all of it, everything.

it’s remote, attached to a National Park. Sustainablity is a mandate.

Stayed in November 2024

Location, scenery, staffs

Stayed in October 2024

Some of the road to the hotel are not really good.

The villa is beautiful. The bathroom is very spacious and the staffs are all very helpful and nice. The spa is also beautiful facing the sea directly. They also offer a lot of activities.

Stayed in August 2024

There's a few caged animals around the resort as well which I didn't like.

The best part of this hotel is how it's surrounded by so much nature. The animals you see around the resort are so beautiful!

Stayed in July 2024

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Breakfast good

Stayed in June 2024

Exceptional service and amazing location. Lots of deers and monkeys. Kids enjoyed balinese snack cooking and donut decoration classes. Snorkeling was awesome even near the jetty. Absolutely delicious breakfasts. So worth it!

Stayed in May 2024

Perhaps the best hotel I've stayed at in Bali. Super staff, stunning villas and nature around. Tropical birds, perfect scuba diving nearby. Communication is amazing, staff created a WhatsApp group and we could just text them if anything was required.

Stayed in April 2024

No swimming beach available for the people staying in the forest cottages. It seemed that the small beaches are reserved for the ocean view cottages

I loved the surrounding jungle and animals. I scuba dived at Menjengan Island and it was just wonderful. Food was great and the additional activities that they presented were enjoyable

Stayed in February 2024

Not a negative but a suggestion…The only thing I would say is to change the music up at oculus restaurant. It was the same songs on repeat. I only noticed it because we ate there 6 times in 3 days

We loved it so much we booked an extra day. The pictures and descriptions don’t do it justice. The staff is exceptional. The welcome when we arrived was the best we have had in all of Bali and surrounding islands. We have been traveling for 6 weeks here and we move every 3 days. We have seen a lot of different areas and stayed in 14 different places. Upon arriving we were greeted warmly and personally with a flower lei, cold coconut, cold towel, a seat at a beautiful view point from the lobby. They explained the resort to us and escorted us to our room. The room was jaw dropping!!!! I wish I could transport this accommodation back home and live in it permanently. Every last detail was thought out for us. The property is expansive with wildlife all over. The monkeys are not aggressive and delightful to watch. They deer are beautiful and were relaxing just outside the pool. Personal recommendation, do the complimentary daily activities offered by the resort. There is a morning nature walk. I loved the balinese snack making lesson with Tatik and Putu. So fun!!! My favorite experience was Mejejaitan class (ceremonial offerings) with Ariani. She is lovely and explained to me the history and meaning and made me feel so connected to the Balinese culture. It’s experienced like that is what makes this place so special! The staff all around is so pleasant and accommodating in the best of ways!!!!

Stayed in February 2024

The location was spectacular

Stayed in January 2024

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The location, the persinal, the vila, the restaurant

Stayed in January 2024

Amazing place, worth the drive and be sure to go to the island for snorkeling (hotel will arrange). Never seen anything like it.

Stayed in November 2023