I loved this place. It's a Bali dream. It's very affordable and the small staff really makes you feel cared about. I went there with my family of 9 on a vacation. We had an epic game of marco-polo in the stunning pool. We enjoyed the daily breakfast of omelets and banana pancakes. YUM! The huts are beautiful. I would totally stay there again. They offer scooter rental for $5 a day, which is totally worth it since you need the scooter to easily get around the island. (Get a $6 phone card with data, and swap out your pin so you have a very reliable GPS to take you around the island.) They had large bottles of water we could buy at a reasonable price, they offered to help get us cash (which we didn't realize we needed on this island) and they even arranged a nice swim-with-merlins tour that my (beach-averse) husband loved. All-and-all, this was a great experience, and we are SO happy we stayed here! This is not as "hipster-high-end" as other places on the island, but I love how it's more isolated away from the club feeling vibe near the beach. And you get anywhere on the island in 10 mins on the scooter, so not a big deal. It's peaceful and very pretty. They do a great job on the landscaping. Also, my sister got sick (before arriving) and the owner lady gave her fresh coconut and was genuine about her concern and keeping an eye on her. She even put my brother-in-law on her scooter and took him to get smoothies when he needed it. We love these people. I was already going to write these people a rave review .... and that was before I left my passport in my room on Lembongan (an island) and didn't realize it. (Yes, I am the weirdo who stashed a passport in a pillow because Rick Steves told me to 15 years ago.) The owners immediately responded to my What'sApp text, managed to get my passport on a speed boat and delivered it to me with a friend at Sanur the port.

My husband wishes they had more sealant on the doors. There is a 3/4 inch gap when the door is closed, and he was nervous about bugs. Not a big deal. Also they initially wanted to charge us 3% for using a cc. But I showed them on Booking.com website where that is not the policy anymore to allow that. So they didn't charge us 3%. (I wish I'd just prepaid ahead of time via Booking.com... it's a great place!) These issues are no big deal, and I'd stay there again with no hesitation. It's a gorgeous jungle experience.

great service staff excellent reasonably priced good location

The serene location and private villa type rooms.

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great bungalows 12 in total in a quiet location but easy access by walking to Dream Beach, Devils Tears, Mushroom Beach Wakanda Grill house & Soka Warang which are delicious. Motorbikes can be rented at the property 80k IDR / day, useful for getting to Cenigan Island over Yellow Bridge. Immaculately cleaned rooms, serviced daily Quiet location Sunbeds with towels by pool nice balcony with comfortable seats on each bungalow

Wifi was slow at times. Breakfast was below par and despite it being included we went elsewhere for better quality. Nothing to stop us staying there again!

The bungalows were cute and depicted well in the photos

The description of this accommodation's location and its facilities and photos were wrong and misleading. The Manager said he was not aware of this and would fix it but still has not some three weeks later. Surely they would want to rectify such an incorrect description as quickly as possible. There are not 3 swimming pools to choose, no a la carte restaurant, no bar, no spa and no gym, no alacarte breakfast or continental. Not even a fruit platter as shown in the photos with breakfast. So our plans to find a nice hotel and relax by the pool ordering the odd cocktail and something to each during the day and then take a stroll to the nearby mushroom bay beach - just 300 metres were dashed due to false advertising.

Very comfortable beds, good AC, nice and quiet surroundings with lots of flowers and plants.

It says falsely on Booking.com that there are for example 3 separate pools, gym and a continental bfast with choices. None of this is true. Only one pool, no gym and very basic bfast where you can choose (or at least we got this choice only) between coffee and juice, not both and some varieties of eggs cooked. I had my own tea with me and asked for a hot water AND a juice. Did not get the juice “because only either of them”. Also you need your own wheels to be able to move around from here. They do rent scooters on site though.

Room is spacious, perfect for my family who travels with young kids. Garden well maintained, staff and owner is super friendly makes us fell welcomed. Pool clean and enough shades, and lastly with the current price, you got more, super good deal!!

Good hosts who arranged a snorkelling trip, even got to see Dolphins on it! Rooms were clean and well equipped, good hotel. Within walking distance to dream beach and sunset point. Nice pool too!

Safe & TV didn’t work. Had to go to local shop to get drinks during day/night, would have been nice to get these at the hotel.

Staff were fantastic! Lovely hotel in quiet location. Great rooms & pool area. Located between 3 restaurants & dayspa. Good value for money.

Although located in the middle of different beaches it was still quite a walk to anywhere. Ideal if you had a motorbike.

All Villas are great. Personal very kind!!

Lobby not so much attractive when you arrive.

Everything was great , rooms are very clean , breakfast is delicious and the staff is excellent , I would recomend this hotel to anyone . You can also book your excursions with Ketut , the hotel manager . Very friendly and professional .

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Staff was really kind, indonesian are the best with tourists

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the staff were amazing! ketut, Dewi and the hsk boys went above and beyond everyday to assist! from a mosquito coil outside your door to a transfer, nothing was too hard for this team! lovely pool with fresh towels, yummy breakfast, great location to cafes and restaurants. I loved my stay I will be back!

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My son and I just loved our stay. The rooms were spotless, the gardens gorgeous, the pool clean and the hosts were so welcoming and accommodating throughout our stay. We will definitely be going back.

It was A beautiful place! We really enjoyed our stay in every way! The trip organised by the host is the best you can book. He Makes the snorkel trip Very personal, an experience to remember for the rest of your Life! When you book A trip you can choose To do it exclusive alone with your partner our familie, or you can choose To share with Another couple. The houses are clean, the staff are all Very friendly and They arange everything you want for you. Also A Nice trip To nusa penida was organised. When you want the best Nusa lembongan experience you definitely have To book here for the best snorkel trips! The swimming pool is clean! We really enjoyed our stay!

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We loved our stay at Royal Retreat Villas. The staff were truly incredible, and made us feel at home the moment we arrived. They consistently went above and beyond to ensure we had the best stay possible. From organising scooter hire and airport transfers, to delicious breakfasts and friendly greetings each time we returned, the Royal Retreat staff were truly one of the most special parts of our trip to Lembongan. Ketut, the owner, also took us on a boat trip to see dolphins, swim with manta ray, and snorkel amazing reefs. The room was beautiful, with an incredibly comfy bed, great air con and beautiful bathroom. The pool was perfect for lounging by, and a refreshing dip. We could not have stayed at a better place!

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We found Ketuts stay through other reviews online, as we were especially drawn to the possibility of snorkelling with mantas. Although there are numerous possibilities to do this, Ketut has his own boat and takes you there earlier than all the other tours, highly increasing your chance to see mantas and to be almost alone with them. It was an amazing experience! He also takes you to other beautiful snorkeling spots. Apart from that, Ketut was a wonderful host, and his crew made the stay unforgettable. Renting a scooter or asking for information or help is no trouble at all. Of all the stays we had in Indonesia, this was the most beautiful and well-equipped stay of all. Hopefully you will love it as much as we did!

Debbie was amazing, super friendly and helpful! thank you so much for this. our room door was broken and we could change room the next day. breakfast was great!

WiFi was a little bad

Staff are amazing, beds are so comfortable, air cons work great, always a mosquito coil burning outside for us, nice and private at each room, room is cleaned well every day, location is nice and not too much noise. Really good value for money.

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super comfy beds, very peaceful - surrounded by nature, birdsong and could hear the sea. Very friendly staff.

a bit far from shops, cafes and the beach

Lovely hotel, both bedroom and bathroom were clean and we especially liked the size of the bathroom. What really stood out to us were the amazing staff, always a smile on there faces and they made you feel at home right away. While you stay at the hotel I would recommend going on a manta snorkeling trip. Such a wonderful and cool experience. We loved it.

Ketut and his wife are amazing people and hosts. Ketut makes sure you are having a great time. He organizes boat trips with his own beautiful Bali boat. He takes you early in the morning to manta bay so you can swim alone (no other tourist yet) with manta rays! The room is beautiful and everything you need. Breakfast is nice. Ketut can rent you a scooter.

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