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Bali's Noema, a 'home away from home for curious minds'

Indonesian hotel developer JHL Collection has officially opened Noema in Pererenan Bali, after its launch in August 2025, positioning the 157 room property as a creative lifestyle retreat away from the island s party heavy hotspots. Framed as a home away from home for surfers, families, digital nomads and culture seekers, the hotel blends spacious rooms and suites with art driven public spaces, locally rooted design and wellness focused amenities including pools, spa and fitness centres, all aimed at encouraging guests to slow down, reconnect with nature and tap into their own creativity.

JHL Collection
Bali, Indonesia
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The Ascott Limited Launches Asia’s First Chelsea-Themed Hotel Suites in Jakarta

The Ascott Limited has deepened its partnership with Chelsea Football Club by launching Asia's first Chelsea-themed hotel suites in Jakarta, unveiled during The Famous CFC Jakarta fan event on 29 and 30 November 2025, which brought more than 400 fans and Ascott Star Rewards members together for football-focused experiences led by club legend Gary Cahill. The Legend Suite at Ascott Sudirman Jakarta and The Bridge Suite at Citadines Sudirman Jakarta are positioned as immersive stays that celebrate Chelsea's heritage and match-day atmosphere, blending club memorabilia, storytelling and enhanced audiovisual features. The launch formed the centrepiece of the third international edition of The Famous CFC, underlining Ascott's ambition to evolve from a traditional hotel partner into a platform for fan experiences while reinforcing Chelsea's global engagement strategy. The programme also highlighted community inclusion, with Cahill hosting an outreach session for students from the Saraswati Learning Centre, a special needs school in central Jakarta. At the same time, Ascott used the occasion to build momentum for lyf Chelsea London, an experience-led, community-focused property opening at Stamford Bridge in the second quarter of 2026, while opening bookings for the two Jakarta suites and giving Chelsea supporters in Asia a new, highly branded way to connect with the club on their travels.

Ascott The Residence
Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta, Indonesia
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Kajima and Accor Announce Raffles Residences Bali: A Community of Ultra-Luxury Homes on a Secluded 5.3-Hectare Oceanfront Estate

Accor and Kajima Development Pte Ltd today announced the debut of Raffles Residences Bali, an exclusive lineup of 28 ultra-luxury homes launching in multiple phases, located within the 5.3-hectare private estate adjacent to Raffles Bali in Jimbaran. Representing a new benchmark for branded residential living in Bali, the residences offer architectural distinction, complete privacy, and seamless access to the legendary Raffles service experience.

Raffles
Bali, Indonesia
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Creative Cities of Tomorrow: Redefining Why Hospitality Must Become a Platform for Culture, Community, and Connection to Create Change

The future of hospitality is not about beds and breakfasts. It is about building ecosystems where culture, creativity, and community flourish through in person connection. Increasingly, the world’s most compelling destinations are not defined by their beaches or their skyline, but by the way they bring people together to learn, to create, and to belong and to connect.

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By Daisy Angus, Visionary Founder & Creator, Oshom Bali
Bali, Nuanu City, Indonesia
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The Lux Collective and Big Waves Development Sign Strategic Partnership to Launch SALT of Virgin Beach Hotel in Bali

Award-winning international hospitality group The Lux Collective and Big Waves Development, an established global development company with expanding portfolio, have officially signed a strategic hotel management agreement for SALT of Virgin Beach — a new eco-conscious resort located in Bali's pristine Karangasem region. Set to open in Q1 2028, this significant milestone marks The Lux Collective's first entry into Indonesia through its conscious luxury brand SALT - set in the beautiful destination of Bali.

Salt Hotels
Bali, Indonesia
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Hilton Expands Bali Portfolio with Hilton Garden Inn Bali Nusa Dua

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Bali Nusa Dua, further strengthening its presence in one of the world's most sought-after holiday destinations. Following a comprehensive refurbishment, the hotel debuts under the Hilton Garden Inn brand with modern design, bright and airy spaces, and elevated amenities. Guided by the brand's signature Brighthearted hospitality, the hotel combines warm, approachable service with thoughtful amenities designed to appeal to families as well as solo and business travelers.

Hilton Garden Inn
Bali, Indonesia
Development Renovation

A Sanctuary Reimagined: COMO Shambhala Estate Unveils a New Era of Holistic Wellness

etreat for personalised wellness journeys in vitality, growth and transformation — has revealed a fresh new face. The 22-acre natural sanctuary is proud to unveil not only renovated accommodation but the reopening of its therapeutic heart: the Ojas wellness centre. The redesign, masterminded by Atelier Ikebuchi, masterfully blends gleaming white Carrara marble, bold black Corian cladding, and rich natural teak wood to create a space that balances contemporary luxury with organic warmth.

COMO
Bali, Indonesia
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Hotel room rates in Lombok and South Bali rev up ahead of Indonesian MotoGP: SiteMinder

Hotels in Lombok and South Bali are experiencing a 19% year-on-year increase in room rates for stays during the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia in Mandalika, according to new data from SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel distribution and revenue platform. For the period of 2-5 October, which includes check-ins before the race weekend officially begins, the average daily rate (ADR) for a hotel stay in the region has reached Rp3,013,711, up from Rp2,524,821 during the same period in 2024.

SiteMinder
Indonesia
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Cross Hotels & Resorts Inks HMA with Geonet for ELLE Resort & Beach Club by Cross Collection – A New Lifestyle Beachfront Icon in Seminyak

Cross Hotels & Resorts has signed a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) with Geonet Developments International for ELLE Resort & Beach Club by Cross Collection, a high-style beachfront destination set to open in 2028 in the heart of Seminyak, Bali. This bold signing marks another key milestone in Cross Hotels & Resorts' mission to become APAC's Leading Alternative to Global Hotel Operators, while spotlighting the brand's growing expertise in managing lifestyle experiences.

Cross Collection
Bali, Indonesia
Development Renovation

The Marriott Vacation Clubs™ Experiences Continued Growth in Bali Vacation Offerings

The Marriott Vacation Clubs plans to unveil 32 new apartments as part of the Marriott's Bali Nusa Dua Terrace expansion in early 2026. The new accommodations include 16 one-bedroom and 16 two-bedroom apartments, all featuring fully equipped kitchens and private plunge pools. Owners, Members and guests will also enjoy access to a 2,200-square-foot swimming pool and a 4,500-square-foot sun deck, with a pool bar and private cabanas.

Marriott Vacation Club Pulse
Bali, Indonesia
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Pioneering New Horizons: Club Med Announces New Resort in Manado, Indonesia, Expanding its Southeast Asia Portfolio

Club Med, leader in premium all-inclusive holidays for 75 years, and PT Grahatama Kreasibaru (GKB) - a pioneer in Indonesia hospitality known for launching iconic developments across the archipelago - announced the signing of a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) that heralds the highly anticipated Club Med Manado in North Sulawesi, adding yet another jewel to the East and Southeast Asia (ESAP) region portfolio.

Club Med
Manado, Indonesia
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In Focus: Indonesia

Indonesia, officially known as the Republic of Indonesia, is the world’s largest archipelagic nation, spanning over 1.9 million square kilometres across more than 17,000 islands. Strategically located between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, it stretches over 5,000 kilometres and shares land borders with Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Malaysia. With a 2024 estimated population of 284.4 million, Indonesia is the fourth most populous country globally.

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By Hok Yean Chee, Chariss Kok Xin, and Isaac Ko
Indonesia
Development Opening

KLEO Seminyak Debuts in Bali as the First jdV by Hyatt Hotel in Southeast Asia

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) is proud to announce the opening of KLEO Seminyak, the first JdV by Hyatt property in Southeast Asia. Embodying the free-spirited essence of the JdV by Hyatt brand, KLEO Seminyak delivers a holistic hospitality experience rooted in the pulse of the local culture, just steps away from the sun-soaked shores of Petitenget Beach.

JdV by Hyatt
Bali, Indonesia