Some places feel like they were meant to be found by families like ours—curious, nature-loving, and happiest with salty hair and sandy toes. Bandido Bali, tucked near Bingin Beach in Uluwatu, isn’t a resort with marble floors or buffet lines. It's something quieter — an earth-toned hideaway that feels like it grew straight from the ground it stands on.

Our family is all about immersing ourselves in nature and exploring local culture, rather than staying in large resorts when we travel. We love eco-friendly places that could be a bit rustic or less polished but are full of essentiality just like Bandido Bali. Designed by a Spanish architect who fell in love with this stretch of coast, every wall, window, and wooden beam whispers a story. Every element is blended seamlessly with the natural surroundings. The pool is small but perfect. The kitchen is simple but sweet. We picked up eggs and fresh bread from a nearby market and made breakfast barefoot. Loa floated in the pool while the morning sun slid through the trees. It felt like being at home—but warmer, and with roosters crowing in the distance.

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