Reviews of Shigar Livin Bali

What an incredible location! Lovely family run place, with amazing private rooms, spending time living in the open. Loved the Tokays in the room too (big Geckos)

That we'd only booked one night before heading to the chaos of Ubud

You’re looking for a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, where you can truly disconnect from the chaos of everyday life, this is the place. It’s remote, yes — but that’s part of the charm. No traffic, no noise — just the sounds of the river and the occasional frog and gecko.

Lovely setting. Quiet, calming and great for those wanting to relax and unwind. Staff were accommodating, friendly and most helpful. Breakfast was great. Loved watching the monkeys play in the day and firefly watching at night

Maybe a better curtain for sliding door for extra privacy.

The room and view was beautiful. I enjoyed the (very) cold plunge pool to refresh. Quiet relaxing location. Nice to be away from the hustle and bustle. Staff were very accommodating and were easy to access via WhatsApp with any questions/to place the breakfast order etc. WIFI was great. Breakfast was delicious and the staff recommended a nice restaurant a short walk away for dinner. View of Mt Agung as you enter the property was stunning. Can view Mt Agung whilst going for a walk. View from property is of lush greenery over the river down below and onto the rice fields on the other side of the river. There was no door to front the property - but there was a big heavy duty blind that you could pull down which closed the room. Nice to be part of nature and have the blind open during the day. No issues for me but some people may not like this.

No door on the bathroom/toilet, can see toilet directly from the bed.

It was breathtaking! The view brought us to tears! Absolutely incredible place to stay, we even saw a family of monkeys in the palm tree our next morning! Just incredible.

Beautiful view from the room. Nice outdoor shower. Respect for privacy.

• Lack of professionalism: Upon arrival, we were mistakenly placed in the wrong villa. Mistakes happen, but during check-out at 12:05, one of the staff members rudely asked us to leave immediately, not even allowing us to wait for our taxi. He claimed he had to prepare the room — but honestly, would 10 more minutes really make a difference, especially when check-in is only at 2:00 PM? • Lack of equipment: There was no hair dryer at first — we were told it was broken. Only after insisting did they bring us one. There was no hand soap either; the villa owner told us to use the shower gel instead. Again, only after insisting did we get proper hand soap. No face towels were provided at all. • Very poor Wi-Fi: The connection was extremely weak and barely worked most of the time. Mobile network signal was also very poor in the area. • Breakfast: Extremely limited. You have to choose either a sweet or a savory option — not both. If you want to add anything, you have to pay a high extra fee. • Location: Very remote and far from the city. • Communication issues: Communication with the staff was very difficult as they barely spoke English — although they were generally kind. • Swimming pool: The water was extremely cold, making it nearly impossible to swim. - Value for money: Way too expensive for what it offers. Not worth it at all — you can find much better places at half the price.

Amazing view, staff were very professional and kind.

Perched on a stunning valley the mornings were absolutely stunning always, really amazing little place then we so thoroughly enjoyed !

The area isn’t much touristy

Perfect stay, the staff is kind and available We had a great time Thanksssss

The places was amazing and view from our room.

Few restaurants near by

Peaceful and private. Very comfortable.

Excellent assistance, cosy bed. Not many mosquitoes. Amazing five-star vista with monkeys, birds, and butterflies all around, and great orange juice for breakfast. The villa is about a 5-minute drive from a good Italian restaurant. Just to take in the stunning view, you may spend a day at this villa. It is among Bali's greatest views.

There are no windows or doors, so everything is open. You are responsible for any forest creatures that fly in or crawl towards you. Energy of nature and climate there are quite particular. The open concept doesn't suit me.

This property is absolutely stunning. If you’re a nature lover and appreciate having a bit more privacy this is the perfect spot in Sideman area to have a getaway. I honestly wished I stayed longer. You won’t regret staying here!

The view was exceptional, it is in the middle of nowhere, so great to enjoy nature. The staff were extremely nice, explained to us clearly the instructions. The breakfast food was better than we expected.

The place is semi-open, which is great, but at the same time we didn't feel 100% safe. But in the end there were no issues at all.

This place is absolutely stunning, offering an open design with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The private pool overlooking lush greenery adds a special touch, and at night, fireflies create a magical atmosphere. The space is beautifully designed with plenty of comfortable furniture for relaxing, both indoors and outdoors. The bed is cozy with a mosquito net, and there’s a fridge and kettle for convenience. One of the highlights is the wildlife – we saw monkeys, frogs, butterflies, and fireflies. The staff is incredibly friendly, and breakfast is delivered directly to the room, adding a luxurious feel. You can also order lunch and dinner via WhatsApp and have it brought to your room, making it easy to fully relax without needing to leave. It’s a perfect retreat for those seeking peace, solitude, and a deep connection with nature.

During the rainy season, the open design means rain and wind can come inside, leading to high humidity. There is no door between the living space and the bathroom, which might not be for everyone. Warm water was unavailable during our stay, though this may have been an exception. Communication with the staff via WhatsApp was possible but sometimes slow. While the experience is truly special, we’d recommend visiting in the dry season to fully enjoy its beauty and comfort.

Heavenly wiew villa

Absolutely stunning, perched on the edge of the most stunning valley. We received the warmest of welcomes, nothing was too much trouble, we were so well looked after by Enny and her wonderful staff. They organised excursions, transport and were available at all times. Breakfast was delicious, delivered to our door. Incredible experience

Nothing!

Location and staff was good and supportive.

Breakfast and in house facilities were just bare minimum. We asked for few urgent small things but never got them and since there is not much near around so had a bit of difficult time in case of need.Communication for any need was not that convenient.

By far the best view i’ve ever seen, so peaceful it’s honestly perfect. Bed is super comfy, staff are amazing, literally feels like you’ve the whole jungle to yourself.

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This is the most iconic, idyllic, romantic and beautiful staying that you can find in Bali! We loved the breathtaking view!! We cannot thank you enough Mr. Wayan, Enny and of course the darling Dewi and her wonderful children! Special thanks to the amazing people of Warung D'Umbung for the amazing food!! We definitely coming back to Shigar as soon as possible!! Love Harry & Maria from Greece! ❤️

Amazing view. Great staff support, for solo trip

Not much nearby.

Everything was perfect