Jeeva Klui Resort

Peace and quiet are a large part of the package at Jeeva Klui Resort. From the lemongrass ginger tea offered to guests on arrival and the natural wood furnishings in the lobby, to the gentle ocean breezes and the swaying palm trees throughout the grounds, there’s an instant calming effect in the atmosphere. While small by resort standards, the hotel does have a large garden and is the only beachfront property in the area. Ocean views throughout the property, whether from the restaurant, spa, or suite balconies, are incredible. The romantic ambience and postcard-worthy scenery makes Jeeva Klui popular with couples, particularly honeymooning newlyweds.

In a small village an eight-minute drive from the center of Senggigi, the resort’s ocean-facing location is quiet and isolated, with no shops or restaurants within walking distance. Guests tend to spend most of their time on the property itself. A 15-minute drive will reach the main dock for boats to the Gili Islands; there are no public transport options in the area. The hotel also arranges treks to Mount Rinjani. Lombok International Airport is a 90-minute drive away.  

Rooms are tasteful and charming, with romantic touches. Doors slide all the way open to spacious furnished balconies which make the already large rooms and suites feel extra airy, as do flowing white window drapes. Natural materials like bamboo, jute, and teak wood, plus traditional batik print cushions and hand-carved four-poster beds, allow the furnishings to blend in well with the surroundings. The ocean is visible from the Oceanview Suites’ balconies, which look out onto the beautifully maintained gardens. Beachfront Rooms and Suites, with canopied beds, lead out to the water and sunset views are especially stunning. Pool Villas and Deluxe Pool Villas come with private stone-walled gardens, personal plunge pools, and their own sundeck lounges. 

All rooms feature king-size beds, flat-screen TVs, sound docks, mini-fridges, safes, and air-conditioning. Deluxe Pool Villas have additional full-size beds. Coffee-and-tea-making facilities aren’t provided. While Wi-Fi is free, the connection isn’t always great.

Pebble-floored bathrooms with stone sinks are beautiful and come with indoor and outdoor rain showers along with handheld showerheads. Deluxe Pool Villas have stone tubs as well. Hotel brand toiletries are provided, but hairdryers and ironing equipment must be borrowed from the front desk. 

Designed to look like a traditional village house with its Balinese ceramics, thatched roof, and open walls providing lovely ocean and pool views, The Waroeng restaurant is open for three meals a day and offers a variety of continental, Indonesian, and other Southeast Asian cuisine in a laid-back yet romantic atmosphere. The a la carte breakfast is included with room rates, and the warm bakery basket is a particular hit. The restaurant offers a small late-night room service menu, plus free afternoon tea and snacks. Guests also get free transport to Pearl’s, the restaurant at the sister resort, Jeeva Santai, which is a three-minute drive away. 

Rocks and large waves at the property-owned beach can make it difficult to swim in, but the privacy is a perk. The hotel’s 82-foot, main infinity pool faces the beach and is framed by a timber deck with sunbeds and lounge chairs. An indoor and adult-only pool is available at the Jeevaniya Spa, which also offers a sauna along with a wide range of scrubs and massages in a gorgeous rustic setting facing both the mountains and the ocean. Spa treatments are also available to book in rooms. Free sunrise yoga or private classes for extra fees are available on the outdoor yoga deck, and a small gym offers personal training. For outdoor fitness, the hotel provides free bicycles and snorkeling equipment, and can arrange scuba/snorkeling activities, bike tours around the island, guided hikes, and a private traditional dance show on the property.

Parking is free. Laundry service is available and comes with extra fees. Wi-Fi throughout the property is free, but connection is best in the common areas. The hotel offers packages for weddings and retreats.