Four Seasons Sayan

The Four Seasons Sayan is an essential place to stay if you are visiting Bali. My wife and I split our time between the two Four Seasons on Bali, and they are very complementary and equally excellent.

If you only read one sentence of this review, know that this resort has been recognized as the best in the world for a reason, its amazing people, who are as warm as the sun on a bright Balinese afternoon - Remarkable! Ever wondered what it would be like to feel like a celebrity? Look no further. Having visited luxurious properties all over the world, this one is set apart in every way. From the moment you arrive to the lush oasis that is Sayan, gracefully greeted either at the airport or at the resort with a flower ceremony, crossing the bridge to the main lobby is a transformation of the body and soul into paradise. The rooms are wonderfully appointed, and the grounds meticulously kept, as they are part of the jungle landscape with the sounds of the flowing Ayung River omnipresent. After experiencing the magic of Bali and the Four Seasons 5 years ago on our honeymoon, we returned with our (4 year old) daughter. It was like no time had passed at all, rather a brief separation from this place that feels like home. Kerti, Dewa, and the entire team at the front desk were excited to see us, and to meet our little one, who they made feel like a princess for our entire stay. Everyone working at the resort knows every guest by name, and takes care to know what makes every guest happy, taking extraordinary measures to make you feel like you're the only guest there, regardless of how many others may be staying there. We were told there were a lot of people experiencing the resort when we were there, but it never felt busy or crowded. We started every day with a couple hours at the Ayung Terrace for breakfast. They remembered my tropical fruit preferences from 5 years ago, and brought it to the table unprompted on our first day (and each day thereafter). When my wife asked for something they didn't have, Jeni asked her food buyers to look for it at the market the following day (they source many of their fruits locally to ensure incredible freshness), and "voila," it appeared on our table the next day, along with many other wonderful delicacies. Can't decide what you like on the breakfast menu? They'll bring you everything if you like (no joke), and everything is prepared beautifully, and to order...the ultimate "a la carte" buffet, served by the friendliest people in the world. Our daughter loved the "Pici Pici" kids club, and spent time with April & Rainey making arts and crafts, learning new yoga poses, and making milkshakes! Perfect for when mommy & daddy wanted to grab a relaxing massage, knowing that there's a place for the kids to have an amazing time. Next time she'll try making the watermelon pizza! The relationships made here will last a lifetime, and be close to our hearts until we visit again. If you have any questions about this amazing place, please feel free to reach out to me directly, as I'd be delighted to talk about it anytime. Thank you Four Seasons Sayan. We love you.

This review is a little behind time but I guess better late than never. In August 2018 my wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at this uniquely special establishment. Having already held our wedding ceremony and reception there 3 years earlier, we already knew of the impeccably high standards of service and minute attention to detail that the resort is known for. I can honestly say that from the moment we arrived our preconceived expectations were exceeded. Almost all staff we came into contact with knew our names and that we had returned to celebrate our anniversary. The crowning jewel was the romantic anniversary dinner organised for us at the Riverside Terrace. The staff endeavoured to ensure everything was perfect from an exclusive table setup to the mouth-watering menu that we indulged in. A big thank you to Ketut Sena and all the staff at the Riverside Terrace for making this an unforgettable evening. We definitely look forward to returning in our anniversaries to come and building upon these unforgettable memories.