{"id":34633,"date":"2014-09-12T09:00:08","date_gmt":"2014-09-12T09:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/blog\/?p=34605"},"modified":"2018-05-14T08:10:42","modified_gmt":"2018-05-13T22:10:42","slug":"7-reasons-why-the-w-bali-is-impossibly-cool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/vc\/blog\/7-reasons-why-the-w-bali-is-impossibly-cool\/","title":{"rendered":"7 reasons why the W Bali is impossibly cool"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p>If you\u2019re looking for an authentic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/international-flights\/cheap-airfares-to-asia?cid=social=blog:lmau:retail::SM104:\">Asian experience<\/a> on your next jaunt to at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/international-flights\/cheap-airfares-to-denpasar-bali-indonesia?cid=social=blog:lmau:retail::SM104:\">Bali<\/a>, stop reading.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you want some rockstar chic, a dash of Californian glamour, and a hint of mischief, well, you\u2019ve come to the right place.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/accommodation\/indonesia\/w-retreat-spa-bali-seminyak\/W79978?cid=social=blog:lmau:retail::SM104:\">W Hotel<\/a>, you got this. And here\u2019s why:<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>1. Poolside high jinks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Despite the dubious name, the Wet Deck area is an impossibly cool poolside featuring, in no particular order:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Cabana-style day beds<br \/>\n\u2022 Floating frozen cocktails<br \/>\n\u2022 Water toys and chunky bean bags<br \/>\n\u2022 Free Wi-Fi to capture bragworthy sunset snaps<br \/>\n\u2022 Pool boys offering complimentary massages and refreshing towels<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_37407\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2015\/01\/pool-collage-2-e1421796405775.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-37407\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37407\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2015\/01\/pool-collage-2-e1421796405775.png\" alt=\"Who wouldn't want to brag?\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-37407\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Who wouldn&#8217;t want to brag?<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_37408\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2015\/01\/lip-cushion-Copy-e1421796414317.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-37408\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37408\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2015\/01\/lip-cushion-Copy-e1421796414317.jpg\" alt=\"Decorative touches you'll just want to kiss!\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-37408\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Decorative touches you&#8217;ll just want to kiss!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>2. Party-worthy bedrooms<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You know you\u2019re in for a Vegas-style fun holiday when you\u2019re greeted by a pumping soundtrack the first time you enter your private abode. The W tunes are that good (and available to purchase) it\u2019s enough to make you want to throw a party. The rooms are big too \u2013 enough for a gathering of 12, I\u2019d say \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_34614\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/hotel-room1-e1410318947469.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34614\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34614\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/hotel-room1-e1410318947469.jpg\" alt=\"Ready to party\" width=\"300\" height=\"288\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34614\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ready to party<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_34615\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/when-pigs-fly2-e1410319182371.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34615\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34615\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/when-pigs-fly2-e1410319182371.jpg\" alt=\"Sick of this view? When pigs fly!\" width=\"300\" height=\"395\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34615\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sick of this view? When pigs fly!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>3. The buffet breakfast<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Anywhere you can get this before midday is a sure-fire winner in my eyes:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_34616\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/choc-fountain2-e1410319361805.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34616\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34616\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/choc-fountain2-e1410319361805.jpg\" alt=\"The breakfast of champions!\" width=\"300\" height=\"395\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34616\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The breakfast of champions!<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you get past the chocolate fountain, you\u2019ll also find a smorgasbord of incredible breakfast goodies ranging from fresh sushi, full western buffet, a la carte specialties, and Balinese curries. A-mazing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. W-branded stuff<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I didn&#8217;t want to get sucked into the whole W-branded merch thing. I didn&#8217;t want to be one of those wannabes taking selfies in front of the W sign. I didn&#8217;t want to\u2026 but I did. And I didn&#8217;t stop at the sign. Cue the W-branded cappuccino, bathrobe, slippers, and quirky amenity kit. Totally sucked in. W for Whoops.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_34617\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/w-brand-collage-e1410319492637.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34617\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34617\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/w-brand-collage-e1410319492637.png\" alt=\"Totally sucked in\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34617\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Totally sucked in<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>5. Sunset sessions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re kicking back listening to the DJ at WooBar or smoking a hookah at the W Lounge, all vistas at the W Retreat are centred around the stunning poolscape and palm-fringed beach. Come sunset, all views point to the golden sun sinking into the ocean. Heavenly!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_34618\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/W-sunset-e1410319678331.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34618\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34618\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/W-sunset-e1410319678331.png\" alt=\"Sunset sessions \u2013 heavenly!\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34618\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sunset sessions \u2013 heavenly!<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_34619\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/sunset-sessions-collage-e1410319752904.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34619\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34619\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/sunset-sessions-collage-e1410319752904.png\" alt=\"Who could resist?\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34619\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Who could resist?<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>6. The seafood brunch<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Guest residents get first dibs on a sea-view table at the hotel\u2019s Starfish Bloo restaurant. Bring your stretchy pants to enjoy the seafood brunch (running 12-3.30pm every Sunday). It\u2019s one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/accommodation\/indonesia\/bali-seminyak?cid=social=blog:lmau:retail::SM104:\">Seminyak<\/a>\u2019s iconic dining experiences and well worth it. Upgrade to the full champagne package for free-flowing bubbles.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_34620\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Starfish-bloo2-e1410319950358.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34620\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34620\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Starfish-bloo2-e1410319950358.jpg\" alt=\"Starfish Bloo\" width=\"300\" height=\"352\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34620\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Starfish Bloo<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_34621\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Daiquiri-time2-e1410320188521.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34621\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34621\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/Daiquiri-time2-e1410320188521.jpg\" alt=\"Daiquiri time!\" width=\"300\" height=\"398\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34621\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Daiquiri time!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>7. Whatever \/ Whenever Service<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>During our stay, the 24\/7 concierge team organised day trips, spa visits, lunches, dinners, anniversary welcomes, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Some of their funkier service touches include expandable welcome towels with your choice of scent, elevator welcome messages that change depending on the time of day, and digital tablets that print your departing boarding pass. It\u2019s these little things that surprise, delight, and at times give you a cheeky giggle.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_34622\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/W-lobby2-e1410320462510.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34622\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34622\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/W-lobby2-e1410320462510.jpg\" alt=\"W Hotel lobby\" width=\"300\" height=\"398\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34622\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">W Hotel lobby<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_34623\" style=\"width: 282px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/AWAY-spa.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34623\" class=\"size-full wp-image-34623\" src=\"https:\/\/images.trvl-media.com\/media\/content\/expaus\/images\/last-minute\/blog\/uploads\/2014\/09\/AWAY-spa.jpg\" alt=\"W Hotel AWAY Spa\" width=\"272\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-34623\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">W Hotel AWAY Spa<\/p><\/div>\n<p>So there we have it, party people &#8211; add some cool to your next getaway and check into the W Bali. You won\u2019t be disappointed. It\u2019s a whole lot of fun.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Have you stayed at a W Hotel? Tell us about it in the comments!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pageLinks\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/accommodation\/indonesia\/w-retreat-spa-bali-seminyak\/W79978?cid=social=blog:lmau:retail::SM104:\">W Retreat &amp; Spa Bali<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"pageLinks\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/accommodation\/indonesia\/bali?cid=social=blog:lmau:retail::SM104:\">More Bali hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"pageLinks\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/international-flights\/cheap-airfares-to-denpasar-bali-indonesia?cid=social=blog:lmau:retail::SM104:\">Bali flights<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for an authentic Asian experience on your next jaunt to at Bali, stop reading. 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