Continuing from the Qantas A330 business review is the hotel that I stayed at for one night. As I really didn’t have much time to visit and look around, there is no point booking a luxury property so I decided to go with the Sheraton with a rate of just over 200 AUD which I find to be pretty standard.
The Sheraton is located around Kuta beach area and is about a 15-35 minute drive from Denpasar airport depending on the traffic. I took a taxi from the airport and was ripped off by about 200,000 IDR, so it’s worthwhile to make sure you’re not just going with the most accessible option like I did.
![a staircase and a wall](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/2A86E46B-D070-45BD-B3E5-A1D5BB914826-scaled.jpg)
Sheraton Bali
While the hotel is relatively close to Denpasar airport, the traffic is quite hectic, resulting in a 20-minute ride which I’d say is normal.
![a room with chairs and tables](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/16797AEF-1EF1-4DD3-8C38-74040614B65A-scaled.jpg)
Sheraton Bali
The Sheraton Bali is a category five property which means you’ll use 30,000 Bonvoy points for an off-peak award night, 35,000 for a standard and 40,000 for a peak night. If you want to use cash and points for the hotel, you’ll be looking at $140 USD + 13,500 for an off-peak, $140 USD + 17,000 points for a standard and $140 USD + 21,000 points for a peak night.
![a pool with umbrellas and palm trees and a beach](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/206946ED-7E14-4727-B54E-26D3E12FD689-scaled.jpg)
Sheraton Bali
The reception area overlooks the pool as well as the beach; I’m surprised it wasn’t busier than it was.
![a large building with glass railings and people](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/B721F296-9AC9-4A35-A593-82D9880BDF31-scaled.jpg)
Sheraton Bali
One thing I picked up on was the outstanding service of the staff. Every interaction I had with a staff member was flawless, extremely polished and professional. As I arrived, my bag was put through a scanner, and I was escorted up to the check-in facility. Check-in was done quickly, and I was also given a welcome drink and was told about benefits that I would receive. The hotel itself doesn’t have an executive lounge, but instead of that, they’ll give you an afternoon tea. As I was leaving before the time of which it started, the lady checking me in assured me that they’d be happy to do it any time I would like as long as I just let them know by phone, that’s pretty fantastic.
![a glass with ice and mint on a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/72E1A8A9-BAE5-480C-97CB-1AD0CE686101-scaled.jpg)
Sheraton Bali
I booked a basic room but was upgraded to a junior suite as a Platinum which also featured an ocean view, or kind of anyway. One thing I was a little sceptical about was the possible noise coming from Kuta. Still, even when sitting on the balcony, I couldn’t hear any of it besides the occasional sirens from emergency vehicles.
![a hallway with a mirror and a desk](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI.jpg)
Junior Suite
The first thing you’ll find in the room when you enter is the bathroom and storage areas which are located on the right.
![a bathroom with a mirror and tub](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-2.jpg)
Bathroom
![a man taking a picture of himself in a bathroom mirror](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-4.jpg)
Bathroom
The hotel was also stocked with single-use bottles of Le Grand Bain as well as the standard items you’ll find like a dental kit and razor.
![a black box with white objects inside](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-6.jpg)
Bathroom
Another thing I liked about the hotel is the number of water bottles they give you. There are two bottles of water in the bathroom, then another four in the bedroom.
![two plastic bottles of water](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-7.jpg)
Waters
The bathroom was kept clean and felt quite spacious.
![a bathroom with a glass shower](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-3.jpg)
Bathroom
![a shower with a metal head](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-8.jpg)
Bathroom
The bathroom also included a bathtub:
![a bathroom with a tub and a stool](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-5.jpg)
Bathroom
![a clothes swingers in a closet](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-9.jpg)
Bathroom
The main bedroom is located on your right when you walk into the suite. The bed was perfectly acceptable, and the pillows weren’t too thin, which I love.
![a room with a bed and a tv](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-11.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Bedroom
![a bed with white sheets and pillows](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-12.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Bed
![a tv on a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-13.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Bedroom
![a room with a television and a television on the wall](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-14.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Living Area
In the main living space is where you’ll find a small desk as well as a lounging chair.
![a table with a telephone and a chair](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-16.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Desk
The hotel provided a lovely welcome amenity and even customized it, which was kind of them.
![a drink and a box of cookies](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-17.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Welcome Gift
![a close up of food](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-18.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Welcome Gift
![a note with writing on it](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-19.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Welcome Letter
![a chair next to a stool](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-15.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Lounge Chair
The junior suite also includes a balcony, but unfortunately, the view of the beach is a little obstructed.
![a chair on a balcony](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-22.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Balcony
Here’s the view during the night:
![a building with lights on it](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-20.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Balcony View
And here is the view from the balcony during the day:
![a building with a lawn and trees](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/B9DF4218-BCFA-4F14-92A9-2C2BBD916872-scaled.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Balcony View
![a living room with a television and a couch](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/SHERATONBALI-23.jpg)
Sheraton Bali Living Area
Overall
I enjoyed my quick stay at the Sheraton Bali and would happily return if my travels bring me there. Without a doubt, the part that impressed me the most was the attitude of all the staff. They were always friendly and happy to assist. The only complaint I have is that interestingly, there were no towels in the bathroom. Luckily this is a perfectly simple request to have fulfiled.
Have you stayed at the Sheraton Bali?
2 comments
Wait… you wasted $200 on a hotel room in Bali for one night and you pissy about spending $20 on a taxi ride that will take 15-35 minutes? Either do you home work or stay at the airport hotel,
The cost wasn’t the issue, it was the fact I wasn’t smart about the taxi I went with and took the first option – lesson learned.
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