Pondok Wisata Iseh
8.8
Excellent(78 reviews)
+2
Hotel Description
Pondok Wisata Iseh is a charming retreat located in the heart of Bali, Indonesia, specifically at Jl. Raya Iseh, Karangasem, Bali. Surrounded by lush greenery and the serene ambiance of the countryside, this hotel offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Guests are welcomed into an environment that blends traditional Balinese architecture with modern comforts, creating a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. Just a short drive away, visitors can explore popular attractions such as the majestic Besakih Great Temple, known as Bali's Mother Temple, and the stunning Tukad Cepung Waterfall, where nature illuminates the cave with mesmerizing sunlight. The accommodations at Pondok Wisata Iseh are thoughtfully designed, featuring spacious rooms equipped with comfortable furnishings that enhance relaxation. Each room offers essential amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay, while the warm decor provides a homely feel.
Beyond the rooms, the hotel boasts a selection of special amenities including high-speed internet access, outdoor spaces for leisurely walks, and a restaurant serving authentic local cuisine. Transportation is convenient, with taxis readily available for guests to explore the vibrant surroundings or travel to I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, approximately a 1.5-hour drive away. Health and safety measures are prioritized, ensuring guests feel secure throughout their stay.
The hotel's location also allows easy access to local culture, where guests can engage in activities like visiting nearby temples or enjoying local festivals. Popular sights include the holy Pura Tirta Empul and the picturesque Tirta Gangga gardens, ideal for relaxation. Culinary experiences abound, with recommended dining options such as D'padi Restaurant and Warung Deva & Deva Transport, each offering unique dishes that reflect the rich Balinese flavors. With all these features combined, Pondok Wisata Iseh extends a warm invitation for guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Bali, ensuring an unforgettable stay.
Beyond the rooms, the hotel boasts a selection of special amenities including high-speed internet access, outdoor spaces for leisurely walks, and a restaurant serving authentic local cuisine. Transportation is convenient, with taxis readily available for guests to explore the vibrant surroundings or travel to I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, approximately a 1.5-hour drive away. Health and safety measures are prioritized, ensuring guests feel secure throughout their stay.
The hotel's location also allows easy access to local culture, where guests can engage in activities like visiting nearby temples or enjoying local festivals. Popular sights include the holy Pura Tirta Empul and the picturesque Tirta Gangga gardens, ideal for relaxation. Culinary experiences abound, with recommended dining options such as D'padi Restaurant and Warung Deva & Deva Transport, each offering unique dishes that reflect the rich Balinese flavors. With all these features combined, Pondok Wisata Iseh extends a warm invitation for guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Bali, ensuring an unforgettable stay.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Charming retreat surrounded by lush greenery
2. Traditional Balinese architecture combined with modern comforts
3. Spacious rooms equipped with essential amenities
4. Convenient access to local attractions and culture
5. High-speed internet and outdoor leisure spaces
4.8 Not good
Location rating
Top sights
Besakih Great Temple
40 min
Tukad Cepung Waterfall50 min
Pura Tirta Empul1 hr 23 min
Mount Agung32 min
Tirta Gangga38 min
Nearest locations
Waroeng Hokki
8 min
Warung Tirta Unda10 min
Warung arok10 min
Warung Deva & Deva Transport11 min
Warung Bija11 min
D'padi Restaurant12 min
Asri Dining by Samanvaya12 min
Warung Ume Anyar14 min
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Good to know
| Location rating | 4.8 |
| Nearest airport | I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 38 min |
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Airports:
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 38 min
Lombok International Airport
Taxi: 4 hr 37 min
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Reviews
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9.3
28 reviews
Wonderful
24
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Arne A.
5/5
Very nice villa in Sidemen. The view of the mountain and the valley are unique.The staff is super nice and very helpful. Brori in particular took very good care of us. Everything was explained, we took a short hike through the rice fields and showed us everything in the area.We had a wonderful time in Sidemen. Just like Ubud was 20 years ago 😉Thank you! We'd love to come back.
Jonas Hein
5/5
A gem in the mountains. The real Bali, with heart and history.
Nancy Anello
5/5
Totally enjoyed our stay at Villa Iseh.The power of Mount Agung was amazing and sublime.Accomodation was comfortable, spacious, and charming.Staff was friendly and very helpful.All in all wonderful experience!
Pang “Nekee” Z
5/5
Sideman wasn't even on our radar when we first planned our Bali trip. But then I stumbled across this villa on Airbnb and was instantly hooked by the stunning cover photo. So, I decided to book two nights, and I'm beyond thrilled that I did! This place turned out to be the highlight of our entire Bali adventure.We arrived around 5:30 pm, just in time for a gorgeous sunset. Stepping into the villa, I was a bit bummed that Mt. Agung was playing hide-and-seek behind the clouds. I kept pestering the host, "When can I see Mt. Agung?" 😅 It became my mission to catch a glimpse of it over the next 24 hours.My silly husband decided to order bebek betutu for dinner, and oh my goodness, it was the best meal he had in Bali (he still raves about it). The host mentioned that they toned down the spices for tourists, and it was absolutely perfect for us.Day 2 greeted us with more clouds and no Mt. Agung, but the delicious breakfast delivered to our doorstep totally made up for it. We even saw a group of adorable school kids sweeping the roads behind the villa. In the afternoon, we explored the nearby village and met some friendly locals. By evening, a thick fog rolled in, wrapping Mt. Agung and the rice fields in a mystical embrace.Then came the surprise! We woke up on Day 3 to a crystal-clear view of Mt. Agung right from our bed. I was soooo excited and couldn't stop snapping photos every five minutes. The view was absolutely breathtaking and extraordinary. We felt incredibly lucky to witness Mt. Agung in its foggy, cloudy, and clear glory. Each view was a unique experience.Lastly, a huge shoutout to our amazing host, who welcomed us with warmth and genuine hospitality without being overwhelming. This villa is truly a rare gem with a soul. If you're looking for a peaceful, non-touristy spot with stunning views, this is the place to be. Highly recommended!
Johan Geraets
5/5
Now a regular relax and lunch spot in Sidemen. Host Brori always takes care of us down to the last detail. Beautiful view of the Gunung Agung.Just stay the night next time.😀
Erika Altosaar
5/5
I'll start by saying that in reading the very few bad reviews about the loft villa: these are Westerners who were looking to have a bad time or who came to Bali not to be in Bali. To any future bookers looking at Sidemen as a destination and seeking accommodation, just know that their accounts are exaggerated, to say the least. Be aware that you are coming to the jungle: there are bugs that are loud, and there is some traffic coming through the village but it shouldn't impact your stay as it is limited to working hours.Villa Iseh was an absolutely outstanding experience from start to finish. Sidemen is what Ubud was 50 years ago and is the ideal place to visit in Bali if you want to feel the place fully. They are technically in Village Iseh, which is just beyond Sidemen's borders, but is a 10 minute taxi from Village Tabola which is a strip in downtown Sidemen where all of the guest houses and tourists are. Honestly, there is more 'hustle bustle' with the tourist village, but the unique experience of staying in the village with the view over Agung is an experience you will not get anywhere else in Bali.There is a sincere magic to this place. We were, by our estimation, given a great gift from the gods with Mount Agung as we had a remarkable show every single morning, and every single night. Rain or shine, we really had it all and watching the volcanos weather patterns evolve throughout the day was a miracle. I'm not a religious person, but I am spiritual, and there is something holistic about this place. I cried saying goodbye to Agung!!A massive shout out to Brori, the house manager, who ensured we had a truly memorable stay. He took us to neighbouring villages and pointed out the local flora and fauna, trekked with us through the rice fields, taught us Balinese, and shared a lot of insight on the region. We are so thankful for our experience and would recommend Villa Isah to anyone we know traveling through Bali (but not so many that it does to Sidemen what happened to Ubud!!)
Maisie-Jane Fielding (Maisie)
1/5
We booked for three nights the room with two beds. But really the second bed is not usable too hot no air circulation no light switches upstairs - and the stair is steep and dangerous. There is loud noise until late at night from the very busy road so close with trucks and motorbikes. Then in the daytime some loud noise like a birdscarer or fireworks every five minutes just metres away. It looks fantastic but after spending a night with hardly any sleep we left and cancelled the other two nights to find a place to rest. Incredible views but no use if you cant sleep and there is constant noise in the day. We only got $97 refunded so paid $553 for one night!! It is 5 km from the village along a road that is too narrow busy and dangerous to walk on. So you are isolated once here unless you get taxis which isnt easy. I do not recommend staying here at all.
Primawati Putu
5/5
Chilling, praceful, beautiful and healing
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Martine De Boer
5/5
What a wonderful stay we had here. View over the rice fields and Mount Agung, excellent service and great room with jacuzzi and phenomenal view. We found the food, including breakfast, a bit simple and limited in choice. The luxury of the stay could be improved/expanded somewhat, especially if you stay here a little longer. We were here for 4 nights, the road is nearby so you can hear traffic noise, which we did not find disturbing. For lunch we went to the nearby warung Iseh which offers very tasty food for low prices.
Ketut Wiradi
5/5
Beutiful village
Location5
Jean Yves
5/5
Best views of the Sidemen valley
tw
taj w
5/5
AMAZING VIEW!!|My partner booked 2 nights here for us and we weren’t sure what to expect. We were amazed everytime we came back to our accommodation with such beautiful views of the rice fields and mountain. …
Festival Press
5/5
I stayed in this house in 1982 as a guest of Theo Meier's whom I met in Chiang Mai, Thailand where he was living with his 3rd wife. It was when this area and much of Bali was still very traditional. The house was very run down by this stage, the bathrooms weren't working, no electricity and the shower was out in the rice fields. But I had a memorable experience and would love to see it again.
Inyoman Jate Mertezz
2/5
Cool and comfortable
Ángel Luís Tadeo Felipe
5/5
As a tourist, it is logical that you will be amazed by this spectacular villa with only 3 rooms...everything has been as I expected Bali to be, with positive energy, with its own identity and with service with heart in addition to feeling the sounds of nature in its purest form... As a Spanish hotelier, I can also say that it has an infinity pool with direct views of Mount Agung, that the food is at the level of a Spanish luxury hotel, that the bathroom in my room has direct views of the rice fields and that on top of that it was the retreat in the mountains of a famous German European painter and musician, Walter Spies, who promoted and brought Balinese culture closer to the Western world with his landscape paintings...If you are looking for sustainability, identity, service with detail and tranquility...from my point of view view…this is the ideal place to enjoy a few days of Bali..
Peter Connolly
3/5
Historic place.
Not possible to visit.
Daniela Dahlke
5/5
It's a hidden gem! It's one of the few places with a soul - and it comes with a gorgeous view, lovely people, an amazing pool and super delicious freshly cooked food! They only have three rooms and paid a lot of attention to details. The towels smell nice and the bathtub with ricefield-view was one of the highlights. You shouldn't miss out on this place when you're visiting Sidemen. We can highly recommend a stay here!
Bayu Atmaja
4/5
Comfortable place that is still beautiful
I Made Widana
5/5
Excellent place, good employee and nice view
Koming Junior
5/5
I've been worked along four years right this place