Sol by Melia Benoa

Tanjung Benoa, Bali

Virgin rating

The hotel

Welcome to your beachfront home away from home. With a freeform pool bar, it's the best place to enjoy those all inclusive drinks as you take a dip. It has a great choice of dining so make sure you reserve a table at the Amarta Mediterranean restaurant for dinner or try a delicious pizza and spaghetti which is considered a highlight of Mediterranean Cuisine. Exotic treatments are on offer in the spa and there are plenty of activities to keep you amused.

Amenities

  • Snorkelling
  • Babysitting service
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box

Where is it

On the beach at Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua. Transfer time from Denpasar Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

127 rooms and suites on 3 floors in 1 building. All rooms have balcony/terrace, air-conditioning, cable TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, fridge, safe and hairdryer. SOL Room Silver with double or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

All Inclusive Silver: the All Inclusive Silver package includes accommodation in a newly refurbished SOL Room Silver, buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a wide à la carte choices at The Kitchen and Amarta restaurants. Snacks, soft drinks, unlimited local alcoholic beverages in any of the bars, Juice Corner 11:00am-6:00pm and 20% discount on imported drinks. Daily activities, evening entertainment and non-motorised sports. Daily restocking of the mini-bar filled with beer, juices, mineral water and soft drinks.

All Inclusive Gold: in addition to the SOL Junior Room, the All Inclusive Gold package includes accommodation in a newly refurbished Suite and wider selection of à la carte meal options. Special Balinese welcome, upgraded in-room amenities, one bottle of wine on arrival, one romantic dinner for two people (for stays of over 8 nights). 30% discount on imported drinks. Late check out to 6:00pm (subject to availability). Complimentary yoga, and bicycle hire.

SOL Junior Room are larger with a living area, separate guest toilet and spacious balcony, double or twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Promo rates are available for SOL Room Silver and SOL Junior Room.

You can also upgrade to a Virgin Holidays' Club Room (SOL Room) at a supplement (per person per night). Benefits and inclusions on top of the (All Inclusive Silver) package:

  • Two-hours complimentary massage per person per stay
  • Guaranteed room upgrade to a Suite between 1 Apr–15 Jul, 16 Sep–22 Dec and 7 Jan–31 Mar if staying a minimum of 12 nights
  • Complimentary private airport transfers
  • VIP check-in at hotel with welcome drink and traditional flower garland
  • One bottle of wine upon arrival in-room
  • Guaranteed late check out until 4.00pm
  • One dinner for two at Sol House Bali Kuta (sister hotel) including return transfers (if going for dinner only)
  • Beach bag in room with complimentary amenities
  • Mini-bar which includes four waters, four beers, soft drinks, juice and snacks, replenished daily
  • 40% discount off premium-branded drinks
  • 30% discount off selected spa treatments (see resort for more information)
  • 10% discount on motorised water sports


The Kitchen all-day dining restaurant (International cuisine), Menega Seaside Restaurant (International cuisine, lunch and dinner), Amarta Mediterranean Restaurant (dinner). Ayodya Lounge Bar. Swimming pool with bar. Spa*. Gym and sauna. Volleyball. Paddle boat, canoeing, snorkelling all available from the beach*. Regular evening entertainment. Games room. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*.

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

5 nights on 31 Dec and 7 nights between 1 Apr–3 Mar.

7 nights for any length of stay in a Virgin Holidays Club Room.

*Denotes local charge.

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Dec 4, 2023 sisterduchess Sydney, Australia

This became my home for 6 days and it was DIVINE! The staff were exceptional, eager to help even if not their area. Amenities are top notch and the netted swimming section of the beach is just perfect. I don't know how they arranged for a wildlife encounter (a gecko ran up my arm) but it made my day so much, I got it tattooed.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Disappointed by Melia

Nov 11, 2023 Sam S

This has been our 8th visit to Bali and by far our least impressive stay. Upon checking in and ushered to our room we were confronted with ants all over the mini bar area. The staff were great in sending someone through to spray the area with bug spray. The following morning the ants were found in our bathroom all over our toothbrush and… Read more
This has been our 8th visit to Bali and by far our least impressive stay. Upon checking in and ushered to our room we were confronted with ants all over the mini bar area. The staff were great in sending someone through to spray the area with bug spray. The following morning the ants were found in our bathroom all over our toothbrush and toiletries. Again, the staff were very obliging in moving us to another room. The "KITCHEN" ala carte restaurant had unhygienic bamboo placemats that had foodstuff caked into them on every table. The food in general was uninspiring. My wife found what looked like wire rolled into hamburger meat. The swimming pool had mould around the edges and in the water. Our second room had mould on the air conditioning vent. The bathroom shower drain was semi blocked with hair and faeces. Most of the staff were well meaning and polite, however some of their uniforms were unkept and dirty. Not impressed and will not be returning to this resort. Read less
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Nov 10, 2023 Coastal23183350275

Services could be better. They need to upgrade their air conditions. We have done bookings 2 months before but still couldn't get the best room to stay in. Less options for vegetarians. They fail to provide clear instructions for all inclusive packages.
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Nov 10, 2023 CristinaRainho Barreiro, Portugal

I loved this hotel! The breakfast was always delicious, with great fruit juices, varied and memorable cakes and everything else you could want, in a beautiful location next to the garden and lake. Most of the staff are reassuringly friendly and friendly, with no other interests. I loved snorkeling on the beach in front of the hotel. I really liked… Read more
I loved this hotel! The breakfast was always delicious, with great fruit juices, varied and memorable cakes and everything else you could want, in a beautiful location next to the garden and lake. Most of the staff are reassuringly friendly and friendly, with no other interests. I loved snorkeling on the beach in front of the hotel. I really liked my room, which had a slight musty smell when I entered, which I found natural, and which I never smelled again. I regret not having had time to enjoy the pool and beach spaces more. I was satisfied with its location, price and services. Thank you for the happy days spent with you! I really hope to return one day :) Read less
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Nov 7, 2023 aj1417

Absolutely superb as always. Great staff. Excellent food and very clean rooms. 💯 Recommended. We have been to this hotel many many times since 2001. Cannot fault it. The all inclusive has so many options.