Conrad Bali

Conrad Bali sits on the beach at Tanjung Benoa, on the peninsula just north of the Nusa Dua enclave. The resort is arranged around a long lagoon-style pool that runs from the main building through the gardens to the sand, and the beach in front is sheltered by the reef, so the sea is usually calm enough for swimming and paddling. Rooms range from deluxe rooms to suites and lagoon-access rooms that step straight into the pool.

On site there is a spa, a kids' club, a gym and several restaurants and bars. The resort's glass and timber chapel makes it one of Bali's busiest wedding venues, so expect to see wedding parties at weekends. Tanjung Benoa's water-sports centres, including parasailing, jet-skiing and trips to Turtle Island, are a few minutes along the beach.

Rates are at the top end. The airport is about 25 minutes away via the toll road. Book through Hilton's website, where members get the best rates and perks.