Hotel Tugu Bali

Tugu Hotel Bali: A Canggu, Indonesia Luxurious Escape

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Introduction to Hotel Tugu Bali

Hotel Tugu Bali is part of Tugu Hotels & Restaurants and is designed to recount to the world the most romantic tales, folklores, and legends of Indonesia.  This museum boutique hotel has been owned by an Indonesian antiques collector since the mid-1960s and contains one of the largest original art collections in Southeast Asia.

  • Luxury boutique hotel featuring Indonesian cultural heritage and storytelling
  • Houses a world-class collection of museum-quality Indonesian antiquities
  • Pioneer luxury accommodation in the Canggu area
  • Designed as a cultural showcase celebrating Indonesian folklore and legends
  • Features distinctive architecture inspired by Central Balinese village design
  • Romantic atmosphere enhanced by artistic collections and traditional elements

Overview of the Hotel

Hotel Tugu Bali is a luxury pioneer on the shores of chic surf spot Canggu Beach with seductive thatched suites dotted among lush gardens and lotus ponds. The hotel occupies the best location in the hip surf town of Canggu, being the closest hotel to Batu Bolong Beach. 

  • 5-star luxury resort with thatched-roof suites and villas
  • Traditional Balinese architecture blended with modern amenities
  • Lush tropical gardens with lotus ponds and water features
  • Multiple dining venues showcasing Indonesian cuisine
  • Full-service spa offering traditional treatments
  • Swimming pool facilities with ocean views
  • Each room is uniquely decorated with antique Indonesian artifacts
  • Museum-quality art collection displayed throughout the property

Location and Accessibility

Hotel Tugu Bali is located in the heart of Canggu, just steps away from the famed surf destination of Batu Bolong Beach, and is surrounded by Canggu’s best restaurants, lounges, hip cafes, and boutiques. Canggu offers a more laid-back atmosphere than other nearby popular beach resort areas like Seminyak and Legian (each a half-hour drive away), and Kuta (a 40-minute drive). 

  • Located on Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong in central Canggu
  • 2-minute walk to both Canggu Beach and Batu Bolong Beach
  • Walking distance to trendy cafes, restaurants, and surf shops
  • 30-minute drive to the Seminyak and Legian areas
  • 40-minute drive to Kuta and Ngurah Rai International Airport
  • 6-minute walk to Berawa Beach
  • Close proximity to Tanah Lot temple (iconic water temple)
  • Easy access to Canggu’s vibrant surf and beach club scene

A Unique Cultural Experience

Hotel Tugu Bali recounts the most romantic tales, folklores, and legends of Indonesia – one room at a time. Every corner of the hotel has its own story and offers a unique experience to the guests. 

  • Weekly cultural dance performances featuring traditional Balinese dancers and live gamelan music
  • Cultural immersion classes, including Balinese dance, gamelan, and flower-offering workshops
  • Storytelling through room design that celebrates Indonesian folklore and legends
  • Traditional ceremonies and cultural activities for guests to participate in
  • Baby turtle release program connecting guests with Balinese conservation efforts
  • Sacred Arts of East Bali tours visiting local temples and picturesque villages
  • Traditional Bali and Volcano tours featuring Barong Dance performances
  • Each Thursday evening, cultural shows are held at the majestic 15-meter-tall Bale Agung

Architectural Design and Decor

The main building features distinctive architecture inspired by a secluded village in Central Bali. The majestic Bale Agung is a soaring 15-meter-tall ancient architecture that serves as a performance venue.

  • Traditional Balinese architecture with thatched roofs and authentic village-inspired design
  • Central Balinese village aesthetic recreated in a luxury resort setting
  • Ancient architectural elements, including the towering Bale Agung performance hall
  • Lush tropical gardens integrated seamlessly with traditional structures
  • Lotus ponds and water features enhance the serene atmosphere
  • Hand-carved wooden details and traditional Balinese craftsmanship throughout
  • Each suite and villa is individually designed with unique cultural themes
  • Perfect blend of authentic Indonesian architecture with modern luxury amenities

Art and Heritage at Hotel Tugu Bali

Owned by Bali’s largest collector of Indonesian fine art, Anhar Setjadibrata, Hotel Tugu Bali is basically a museum that preserves a lot of antiques and artworks with so much history and culture. Tugu Bali possesses one of the largest and finest private collections of Indonesian art and cultural artifacts in Southeast Asia. 

  • One of Southeast Asia’s largest private collections of original Indonesian art and antiquities
  • Museum-quality artifacts dating back decades, collected since the mid-1960s
  • Each room is individually curated with priceless antiques and cultural treasures
  • Immaculate attention to detail in displaying Indonesian heritage pieces
  • Perfect marriage of color, texture, and atmosphere created through art placement
  • Historical artifacts that tell the stories of Indonesian culture and traditions
  • Living museum experience where guests can interact with centuries-old cultural pieces
  • Owner’s personal collection showcasing the finest examples of Indonesian craftsmanship and artistry

Accommodation Options

Hotel Tugu Bali features a museum-worthy collection of Indonesian antiques with a ravishingly romantic atmosphere. Seductive thatched suites are dotted among lush gardens and lotus ponds by the Indian Ocean, alongside a rich mix of elegant accommodations. 

  • Boutique-style accommodations with each room uniquely themed and decorated
  • Traditional thatched-roof suites are scattered throughout tropical gardens
  • Oceanfront and garden view options available
  • Range of sizes from intimate suites to spacious multi-room villas
  • All accommodations feature authentic Indonesian antiques and cultural artifacts
  • Private and semi-private settings with individual character and stories
  • Luxury pioneer accommodations in the Canggu beach area
  • Options suitable for couples, families, and extended stays

Room Types and Amenities

Spacious suites decorated in antiques come with minibars, complimentary Wi-Fi, and soaking tubs, with many rooms featuring private pools and canopied beds. Amenities include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, minibars, and free bottled water, with fresh fruit and flowers as luxurious touches. 

  • Air conditioning, flat-screen LCD TVs, and DVD/CD players in all rooms
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi, safe deposit boxes, and satellite television
  • Mini bar with organic coffee and tea from Tugu’s own plantation, the oldest coffee plantation in Java 
  • Luxurious soaking tubs and premium bathroom amenities, including bathrobes and hair dryers
  • Fresh tropical fruit, flowers, and complimentary bottled water daily
  • Some rooms feature stained-glass details in wood-framed windows and doors
  • Rates include private airport transfers, welcome drink and massage, and daily high tea at sunset 
  • All rooms have private balconies or patios with garden or ocean views

Luxury Suites and Villas

The Walter Spies Pavilion evokes the romance of the Javanese Art Deco era, featuring a luxurious four-poster bed, a beautiful private plunge pool, an outdoor dining pavilion, and a unique outdoor sunken bath. The Puri Le Mayeur Suite occupies the entirety of a spacious single-storey villa that seems to float above a lotus pond overlooking the ocean. 

  • Walter Spies Pavilion with four-poster bed, private plunge pool, and outdoor sunken bath
  • Puri Le Mayeur Suite – oceanfront villa floating above a lotus pond with master bedroom
  • Some suites feature separate in-room spa areas and private garden access
  • Premium suites with private plunge pools and outdoor dining pavilions
  • Luxury villas with multiple rooms, spacious balconies, and antique wooden floors
  • Ocean-view suites with direct beach access and panoramic water views
  • Garden suites nestled among tropical landscaping with private terraces
  • Each luxury accommodation tells its own Indonesian cultural story through design and artifacts

Culinary Delights

Hotel Tugu Bali proudly unveils its newest cultural dining experience: The Spice Odyssey — a theatrical gastronomical journey that immerses guests in the rich and colorful history of the Indonesian archipelago through food, performance, and storytelling. The hotel features an extensive menu of authentic Indonesian cuisine made with passed-down recipes done with a contemporary twist. 

  • The Spice Odyssey – a theatrical cultural dining experience combining food, performance, and storytelling
  • Authentic Indonesian cuisine crafted from traditional, passed-down family recipes
  • Contemporary Japanese fusion dining with Asian-inspired flavors
  • Farm-to-table ingredients sourced from local Balinese producers and suppliers
  • Cultural immersion through culinary experiences that tell Indonesian stories
  • Award-winning 5-star luxury dining experiences in unique heritage settings
  • A combination of traditional cooking methods with modern presentation techniques
  • Dining venues set within museum-quality Indonesian antique collections

Dining Options Available

Hotel Tugu Bali offers the most authentic fine dining Indonesian cuisine at Iwa Restaurant and the best Japanese contemporary cuisine at Ji Restaurant. Ji Terrace by THE SEA takes you on a journey to the heart of Indonesia, Japan, India, and Thailand with contemporary & playful Japanese & Asian inspired dishes and a 180-degree undisturbed view over the sparkling Indian Ocean and Canggu Beach. 

  • Iwa Restaurant – authentic Indonesian fine dining set in the majestic Bale Agung hall
  • Ji Restaurant – contemporary Japanese cuisine with Asian fusion elements
  • Ji Terrace by THE SEA – oceanfront dining with 180-degree Indian Ocean views
  • Sunset dining experiences with panoramic beach and ocean vistas
  • Indoor and outdoor seating options in culturally significant architectural settings
  • Private dining experiences available in heritage pavilions and garden settings
  • Beach club style dining with DJ entertainment from sunset to evening
  • Traditional high tea service is offered daily at sunset

Signature Dishes and Beverages

Customers frequently commend the restaurant’s diverse menu, featuring signature dishes such as the tender and flavorful beef rendang, celebrated for its balanced spice profile that does not overpower the palate. The cocktails take a similar inspiration as the food – with Asian infused premium spirits, concocted to be sipped over the DJ’s seductive tunes from sunset to evening.

  • Beef Rendang – tender and flavorful with a perfectly balanced spice profile
  • Rawon – fragrant black kluwek nut beef soup served with steamed rice as a main dish 
  • Soto Ayam – famous turmeric chicken soup served as a main course with rice
  • Nasi Campur Bali – traditional Balinese mixed rice with various accompaniments
  • Fresh sambals, including green and red chili pastes made daily
  • Asian-infused premium spirit cocktails with Indonesian and Japanese influences
  • Fine wines and premium sake selection curated to complement Asian cuisine
  • Contemporary Japanese fusion dishes featuring fresh local seafood and produce

Activities and Amenities

Hotel Tugu Bali offers extensive activities including spa menu, tours, yoga, dance class, traditional medicine making, and cultural programs. A range of personal tours can be organized at the hotel and are far more interesting than the usual tourist trips, plus various cultural classes are available, such as cooking and dancing.

  • Swimming pool with bright blue water designed for a limited number of guests
  • Cultural Evening performances every Thursday from 7:30 PM with music and traditional costumes 
  • Traditional Balinese cooking classes and cultural dance lessons
  • Traditional medicine-making workshops using authentic Indonesian herbs
  • Personalized cultural tours that go beyond typical tourist experiences
  • Guan Yin Yoga Shala is located on the upper floor with an ocean cleansing breeze 
  • Cultural immersion programs featuring Indonesian folklore and traditions
  • Private beach access to Batu Bolong Beach for surfing and water activities

Spa and Wellness Services

It’s time to step back from the busy world and be pampered and rejuvenated with Indonesian wellness at the award-winning Warung Djamoe Spa. Indonesian-style massages, exotic traditional herbal beauty treatments for the face, body, hands and feet, meditation classes, energy healing therapies, yoga and yogalates are offered. 

  • Warung Djamoe Spa – award-winning, authentic Indonesian wellness spa
  • Traditional treatments ranging from quick sessions to comprehensive five-hour experiences 
  • Indonesian-style massages using traditional techniques and healing mantras
  • Exotic herbal beauty treatments for face, body, hands, and feet using local ingredients
  • Chakra-opening massages designed to harmonize mind and body
  • Energy healing therapies, including Theta healing and mantra therapy
  • Meditation classes and spiritual wellness programs
  • Traditional Indonesian spa rituals passed down through generations

Recreational Activities

Tugu Bali offers a variety of yoga classes no matter what level you are at – a beautiful way to start the morning detoxed and empowered for a new day in tropical paradise. Activities such as Balinese dancing and cookery lessons can be arranged along with the luxurious spa and chic bar. 

  • Multi-level yoga classes from beginner to advanced in the oceanfront Guan Yin Shala
  • Morning yoga sessions designed for detox and empowerment
  • Balinese traditional dance lessons with authentic costume experiences
  • Indonesian cooking classes featuring traditional recipes and techniques
  • Cultural storytelling sessions about Indonesian folklore and legends
  • Surfing access at nearby Batu Bolong Beach and Canggu Beach
  • Private gym facilities are available within a 15-minute walk from the hotel
  • Evening entertainment with DJ music from sunset to night at Ji Terrace

What Makes Hotel Tugu Bali Stand Out

With a museum-worthy collection of Indonesian antiques and a ravishingly romantic atmosphere, Hotel Tugu Bali is a luxury pioneer in stylish surf outpost Canggu Beach. The Tugu Hotels in Bali and Lombok are the most eccentric luxury hotels I’ve experienced to date, with curious collections of historic antiques and statues creating a spiritual vibe unlike anything else. 

  • Driven by a love of Indonesian antiques and history, it serves as a monument portraying the country’s history, art, and soulful romance 
  • Owned by Bali’s largest collector of Indonesian fine art, Anhar Setjadibrata, making it much more than just another hotel in Bali 
  • Museum-quality experience where guests stay within one of Southeast Asia’s largest private collections of Indonesian cultural artifacts
  • Prime location as the closest hotel to Batu Bolong Beach, occupying the best location in the hip surf town of Canggu 
  • Each room tells a unique Indonesian folklore story through carefully curated antique collections and cultural artifacts
  • Pioneer luxury accommodation in the Canggu area, establishing the standard for cultural hospitality
  • Each suite is individually designed with antique furnishings and artifacts, creating a tranquil atmosphere unlike typical luxury hotels 
  • Perfect fusion of authentic Indonesian heritage with contemporary luxury amenities and world-class service
  • Living cultural museum experience where guests can interact with centuries-old artifacts and learn Indonesian history
  • Award-winning luxury 5-star property that preserves and celebrates Indonesian cultural identity through hospitality
  • Theatrical dining experiences that combine food with cultural storytelling and traditional performances
  • Authentic cultural immersion programs, including traditional dance, cooking, and spiritual wellness practices that go beyond typical resort activities