Batu Karang Lembongan Resort & Spa Reviews

Batu Karang Lembongan Resort, Lembongan Island: One of the big resorts on LI, Batu Karang has 2 split personalities. Firstly, it had its hey days the way Jackie Collins did. Think "Dynasty" - you get the 80's puffed-up-hair idea. Today, it's faded glory on some fronts and boho-cool on others. Pool, gym and main reception and restaurant are 80's worn out and outdated. The bed rooms are semi fine with a gorgeous bed but outdated electrical fittings and WIFI system. Bathroom is a bit of a mixed bag - with some new elements such as the commanding stone-grey bathtub that is the hallelujah of the bathroom. Sockets, plugs, mirrors need a facelift. You still get killer views from the hotel or restaurants. Now the exciting part - The Deck and secret speakeasy bar on cliff ledge The Howff. The Deck is the Greek white-washed pilgrimmage pit stop of all island visitors. It feels like holiday and gives you the electric blue panorama dotted with lazy boats bobbing up and down the water. Cocktails, milkshakes, juices, smoothies scream technicoloured excitement and show you what holiday truly means. Food is also good and well presented. The Howff is a dark, medieval, mysterious cave meets sea whisky gin speakeasy cocktail concept - which is refreshing by island standards. With coiffed newcomers such as Lago on the island, Batu Karang needs to let go of the old and the ugly and refresh itself with newer fittings matching The Deck and The Howff. #eatstylishtravelstylish