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Jun 17th
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Sunset Hill Villa Room, Unit 1
This is a 1 bedroom villa unit, with a King size bed, separate shower room, toilet and washing area. The Villa is spacious, clean and modern. Coffee & tea facilities are provide and there is a small mini fridge.
Travel Note:
The bed that Sunset Hill provided is very comfortable; the linen is clean and soft.
All shower room and toilet is open concept, so it might not suitable for some people.
My daughter fell down twice in the shower room. So be aware of this when staying with kids or old folks.
No phone line or intercom in the room, so to get room service is a hassle. Need to walk to the main lobby/breakfast area to press the bell for assistance.

Villa entrance to the room area
This is the villa entrance to the room area. I enjoyed very much here, drinking tea and reading book. The air is fresh, the view is stunning and you can hear and see all kind of insects and creepy crawlies.
Travel Note:
Ensure the villa door is always closed to avoid insects, creepy crawlies and mosquitoes entering.
At times you will find a lot of ants at the villa pathway, so check your shoe or your flip flop before wearing it.

View from the 1 bedroom villa
This is villa have the same view with those 5 star resorts in Ubud, yet we pay at a very reasonable rate, USD75/night. Sunset Hill Villa is located in a village that is surrounded by padi fields. Pretty scenery!!
Travel Note:
…because of the nature and peaceful surrounding, the villa owner decided not to install TV or Internet line. NO TV and NO INTERNET in the villa.
Not an entertaining villa for kids and family group.

Sunset Hill Swimming Pool
As a family with a young daughter, we enjoyed much at the pool with great view overlooking the Wos River. The calmness and bird chirping all the way make it much relaxing.
Travel Note:
Pathway leading to the pool from breakfast area is slippery when it is wet. BEWARE.
There are is padding for the chair by the pool or towel at the poolside area, so before going to the pool, get the room service attendance prepare it for you.

Daily Breakfast at Sunset Hill Villa
I enjoyed every morning breakfast with, greenery fresh air, overlooking the river and poolside. Daily breakfast comes with Coffee or Tea, varieties of healthy bread and pastries, homemade jam and mixture of fruits.
Travel Note:
It is not a buffet style breakfast and no kids menu breakfast. But the owner of the villa is kind enough to prepare special breakfast request for your child.
Address: Bangkiang Siden, Bali, Indonesia.
Personally I only recommended Sunset Hill Villa, for honeymoon couple or retirees that just want to do nothing but to relax and read books. (NO TV & NO INTERNET)
For those that do not like to walk much, this place is too far in although it was said about 30mins walking distance to/from Ubud central.
As for us, we rented a car for 5 days, so distance is still OK for us but for food, we will have to drive out all the time.
Distance from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sunset Hill Villa – 1 1/2 hours.
If you are planning to drive, suggest that you rent a GPS from the car rental company, this will make it easier to find the Villa.
Driving to Sunset Hill, following the Elephant Safari Park signage will lead to well to the Villa.
Click here to get more information about Sunset Hill Villa Ubud or to make a reservation
May 29th
Getting There:
You can get to Bali by Air, international flights arrive directly to Ngurah Rai International Airport. Some countries do not have direct flight to Bali but to Jakarta so will need to transfer to a domestic flight. The journey will take about 90minutes.
When to Visit?
If we do not want to pay the PEAK period rate, the best time will be April-May and September. The accommodation and car rental is at cheaper rate. Peak Season will be June-August and December-January.
Visas and Passports:
Malaysian do not need Visa to travel to Indonesia. As for other Nationality, you will need to check with your local travel agent.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure and you must have a confirmed ticket out.
Vaccinations:
It is advisable to get vaccination for Typhoid, Hepatitis A and B.
Clothing:
Casual clothing, lightweight fabric for comfort in the heat. If visiting temples (Pura), it is advisable to wear below knee length skirt/pants and sleeved blouse/shirt.
Electricity:
Indonesia uses 220volt system and 2 round pin electrical socket.
You will need this…

Religion in Bali:
Most Balinese follow a kind of Hinduism mixed with Buddhism and ancestor worship. Religious ritual take place everyday.
Currency:
Indonesian monetary is in Rupiah. Foreign currency and travellers’ cheques can be exchanged at the airport, banks and money-changers counter.