Amanjiwo, Yogyakarta

Stay 

Amanjiwo comprises of 37 luxury suites. All have high ceilings, terrazzo floors and furnished with four-pillared beds, hand carved furniture, exotic Javanese textiles and antique glass paintings. Sliding glass doors open out to the garden terrace, complete with a thatched roof bale and large day bed. Most suites have a sunken outdoor bath while others have private pools. The two-bedroom Dalem Jiwo suite has a 15-metre pool with its own entrance and a private butler.

Childcare 

Families with children are welcome to stay at Amanjiwo but there are no specific facilities available for children. Babysitting service can be arranged, upon request.

Dine 

Amanjiwo's restaurant with inspiring views of Borobudur and serve Indonesian and western dishes. The recommended dish here is ‘Makan Malam’, a series of classic Javanese dishes served in traditional brass bowls. Set in the lobby is the circular black marble bar, serving a wide range of wines, special cocktails and where Gamelan players perform twice a day, and young girls from neighbouring villages conduct traditional Javanese dance.

Relax 

For relaxation, Amanjiwo resort has a 40-metre infinity swimming pool, lined with sun loungers and surrounded by rice paddies. The spa, with its outdoor relaxation bale, is home to treatments inspired by Javanese healing and beauty rituals handed down through generations. Tennis courts overlook the Menoreh Hills, and yoga is practised at the gym and meditation sessions outdoors.

Experience 

Cultural excursions in and around Amanjiwo are abundant and include visits to Borobudur, one of the most famous attractions in Indonesia. Another site of interest is Candi Prambanan, often thought of as similar to neighbouring Borobudur although there are marked differences between these two temple complexes. Activities include elephant treks, horse riding and village walks. Further afield are the Karimunjawa Archipelago, known for scuba diving and snorkelling.