Dinogo Readers’ Top 5 Favorite Resorts in Indonesia for 2024

With 17,000 unique islands, Indonesia continues to be one of Southeast Asia's most sought-after destinations, and it’s easy to understand why. From the lush rice terraces of Ubud to the upscale beaches of Seminyak, Indonesia offers an abundance of adventure and luxury. This year's best Indonesian resorts, selected by Dinogo readers, mainly highlight Bali, while also shining a light on Sumba.

How the Voting Process Works

Annually, for our World's Best Awards survey, T+L invites readers to share their travel experiences worldwide — giving their insights on the finest hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. This year, over 186,000 T+L readers participated in the 2024 survey, casting more than 700,000 votes across 8,700+ properties (including hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.).

Hotels were categorized as resort hotels, city hotels, inns, or safari lodges based on their location and amenities, and they were evaluated according to the following criteria:

Room and facilities
Location
Service
Cuisine
Value for money

For each criterion, participants could select a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores represent the average of these ratings.

What Readers Enjoyed

Despite the vastness of Indonesia, which consists of 17,000 islands, readers predominantly concentrated on one particular island: Bali. The Mulia, which ranked No. 3 last year in Nusa Dua, has climbed to the No. 2 spot this year. Nihi Sumba, described as 'the best place in the world' by one enthusiastic reader, moved from No. 4 last year to No. 3 this year. Situated on Sumba Island, this resort is a hidden gem for surfing enthusiasts.

This year's new entries include The St. Regis Bali Resort (No. 4), located in Nusa Dua's beach area, which readers have hailed as 'exquisite,' 'exceeding expectations,' and exuding 'luxury vibes.' Also making the list is Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach (No. 5), a charming boutique hotel situated at the southern tip of the island. Continue reading to discover more about our top pick and the rankings from our readers.

The Champion

Capella Ubud: Bali, Indonesia

A glimpse inside a guest room at Capella Ubud

Photo by Georg Roske/Courtesy of Capella Ubud

T+L readers were captivated by this opulent resort located in the heart of Bali. Featuring 22 custom tents designed by Bill Bensley, Capella Ubud presents guests with a distinctive interpretation of Bali. 'It’s the most stunning, imaginative property I’ve ever experienced,' shared one reader. Another described it as 'remarkable and one-of-a-kind.' With private heated pools, breathtaking views of the untouched Balinese jungle, and extensive wellness programs, this exquisite property stands out. As one T+L reader put it, 'it's truly a dream come true.'