View, private space, nice staff

Gili Persona, built on a cliff edge overlooking the Indian Ocean, these Villas are located in the fishing village Aas approx 4km south of Amed. A path leads down from the Villas to the waters edge where there is a large golden rock with a spire topped with a large quartz crystal and a Buddha statue located under the cliff. Morning views include sunrise and local Jukung returning under sail from their fishing grounds; evening views are of the moon shining a path along the water and lightening shows. The Smiling Buddha, Wawa-Wewe and The Boat Shed restaurants are located nearby as are a few local shops for any last minute supplies. Snorkeling/ free diving is a must here with clear water, great variety of fish species and deeper water just off the shore. Although be warned, entry and exit is via a rocky shore line, you need to plan your access/ egress points navigating slippery barnacle covered rocks and once in there is often a strong current running parallel to the shore - making it excellent conditions to drift dive. Despite these considerations you will be rewarded with views of boulders, corals, bommies, and dropoff. Also the view back to shore is worth it, Jukung and bolder lined shore elevating into the mountain slopes. The Villas are well equipped and clean, pool area is well laid out to take in the views while relaxing.

During one of the evening downpours the bathroom flooded from a torrent of water entering via the above basin light, which then traveled into one of the adjoining rooms, but this is ‘Bali baby’, and it added a bit of entertaining chaos to the experience.

The place bares a great resemblance to Greece’s Santorini, with the beautiful pool overlooking a perfect ocean view, from the balcony too. The place also comes with so many amenities and utensils, and it has a one of a kind AC that is better than my own back home! Much needed in Bali.

The staff was absent and we did not see them except when we arrived, even after checking out we did not see anyone and just walked away. The food/breakfast menu is a little lacking. Almost zero security as someone from the street literally followed us home and entered the property and it was creepy.

Beautifully kept, private, clean, new villas at the North end of Amed. Staff are wonderfully accomodating and helpful. Pool is warm and inviting and location has view of the ocean. Room was clean and comfortable, the villa we were in was two stories with a small kitchen that included basic utensils, pans, plates, toaster, a refrigerator, and one burner, balcony off bedroom upstairs, and a large shower. There is a 19L water dispenser provided in room which has cold and hot water which was very convenient. They have a scooter you can hire for a small fee to get around easily. There are many dinner restaurant choices available in Amed and a few within walking distance of the Villa. Amed is a great location for snorkeling and diving adventures. A wonderful stay!

No beach access at Villa itself, all rock.