Golden sunlight filters through green palms. The sound of the waves rolls in across the shimmering surface of the pool. The Layar promises a luxury retreat that’s simply elegant, and simple. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel you’ve stepped into an endless summer day.

 

Blue and white may reflect the classic poolside style. The interiors are far from the only treat on offer, however. Each day begins with breakfast with a breakfast menu available from 7 am to 11 am and an extensive in-villa menu available from 11 am to 10 pm. Simple favourites such as pizzas and burgers sit alongside more delectable dishes such as Crudo of yellowfin tuna, and rabbit and porcini pappardelle. Kids are well looked after too, with their own menu.

 

Rooms

 

 

For a faultless fusion of inspired architecture and easy tropical living, The Layar is in a class of its own. This iconic enclave in the heart of Seminyak comprises 23 villas, each set in its own very private garden sanctuary fanning out from a central colonnade of mature flowering trees. An elevated setting means the villas’ front boundary walls all but disappear, creating a sense of openness and space that’s rare in this most popular of Bali’s resort areas.

 

The room that ATASTAY recommends is the two-bedroom villas, At the heart of The Layar’s two-bedroom villas is the two-tiered, light-flooded living area, individually defined by angled roofs and curved walls. Handsome sofas, chairs and dining tables cluster on the acid-washed marble floors that flow unrestricted from the pool edge to a verdant courtyard overlooked by the open-plan and very well-equipped kitchen with a bar counter. The mezzanine media room appears to float above the living area, its curved bank of built-in seating gazing towards the pool.

 

The garden provides further space for relaxation and socialising. Sun loungers stretch out on the deck, while a jacuzzi and tiered shallow steps in the pool offer tempting spots for cooling-off.

 

Dining

 

Good food, effortlessly provided and gracefully served, is key to a relaxing and rewarding holiday experience.

 

Guests at The Layar can enjoy delicious food all day long, with a breakfast menu available from 7 am to 11 am and an extensive in-villa menu available from 11 am to 10 pm. Simple favourites such as pizzas and burgers sit alongside more delectable dishes such as Crudo of yellowfin tuna, and rabbit and porcini pappardelle. Kids are well looked after too, with their own menu.

 

Settimo Cielo

Luxuriate in traditional Italian dishes. From the freshest home-made pasta dishes to sumptuous lamb shanks and many more, Settimo Cielo is an Italian lover’s dream. Choose between their extensive array of fine wines, signature cocktails, warm Italian