The River Island Sidemen

Hotels
9.3 (214 reviews)
Jalan Wangsean - Klungah , Sidemen , id

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Amazing staff
Delicious food
Cons:
Transportation can be challenging
Minor cleanliness issue with laundry

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Minor issue with laundry mentioned; otherwise, rooms were clean.
Service
9.95
Staff is extremely helpful and attentive, providing a personal touch to the stay.
Location
8.45
Beautiful location but requires transport; a little far from attractions.
Room Quality
9.45
Spacious, clean rooms with comfortable beds and nice outdoor bathrooms.
Amenities
8.95
Good facilities, including breakfast options and scooter rental available.
Value for Money
9.45
Overall a great value for the quality and experience offered.
Food and Beverage
9.95
Delicious breakfast and homemade food received high praise.
Overall Experience
9.75
Exceptional stay with memorable experiences; highly recommended.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-02 11:43

Property Description

Picturesque Location in Sidemen
Escape to the tranquil surroundings of Sidemen with breathtaking views at The River Island Bali.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in cozy rooms equipped with modern amenities, including free WiFi and private bathrooms.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor an array of culinary delights with an à la carte, Asian, or vegetarian breakfast served daily at the on-site restaurant.

To experience luxury in the heart of nature, book your stay at The River Island Bali now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 214 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 9.95
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 9.45
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 9.45
Food and Beverage: 9.95
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Nancy extended_group be
8
Prachtig uitzicht , balinees gevoel , vriendelijk en toffe hutjes
Pros:

Uitzicht en de locatie was prachtig .
Vriendelijk personeel .
Tof huisje

Cons:

Zwembad

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Romain extended_group fr
9
Très bien !
Pros:

Des petites maisons élégantes au milieu d’un immense parc au bord de la rivière. Le cadre est très agréable, tout est propre et confortable.
Le personnel est comme toujours très prévenant et sympathique.
Un peu à l’écart de Sidemen, ce qui garantit le calme du lieu et son charme, mais avec un scooter, on accède rapidement à tous les points d’intérêt sans difficulté. Quelques restaurants à distance de marche pour le soir.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Joshua couple de
9
Pros:

Bereits am Eingang der Unterkunft, nachdem man den Schotterweg überwunden hat, sprüht man die ruhige, positive und familiäre Energie. Die zahlreichen hinduistischen Details zum Weg des Häuschens sind ein Highlight für sich. Das Zimmer/ Haus ist unglaublich stilvoll, aber zugleich nicht überfrachtet gestaltet. Das offene Bad mit dem Steinboden ist eine weitere einzigartige Ergänzung. Zudem ist der Blick von den Sonnenliegen und Pool wunderschön und es liegen frisches Obst und Snacks aus.
Neben dem Surrounding war auf jeden Fall Jero unser größtes Highlight. Du brauchst etwas? Jero besorgt es dir! So haben wir abends nach einem Roller gefragt und schon stand morgens ein Roller vor unserer Tür mit Schlüsseln drin. Sie war so auf Zack und hatte diese tolle Anlage im Griff, dass wir sie liebevoll big mama genannt haben. Sie hat unser Herz gewonnen und war uns der liebste Mensch in Sidemen.

Cons:

Nichts

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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fabien solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Cadre exceptionnel : on pose ses valises et savoure

Cons:

Le bruit du gercko la nuit 1 fois

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Gökçe solo_traveller tr
10
More than a hotel, it felt like home in paradise !
Pros:

The River Island Sidemen was without a doubt the most beautiful place we stayed during our trip. It felt like much more than just a hotel, it genuinely felt like our own home in paradise.

Everything was beautiful. Our room was amazing, and having our own little garden right next to the river made the experience incredibly peaceful and special. The whole property has such a private and relaxed atmosphere that we could freely walk around and enjoy everything almost as if the place belonged to us.

We originally planned to spend our time exploring Sidemen, but we loved the beauty, peace and atmosphere of our room so much that we decided to simply stay and enjoy it. My only regret is that I didn't book a longer stay.
The staff were incredibly kind and available 24/7. Whenever we needed something or order food, we simply sent a WhatsApp message and it was taken care of or brought directly to our room.

The River Island Sidemen is a place I can wholeheartedly recommend. A special thank you to Jero Virona for her wonderful hospitality and for making our stay even more memorable.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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TRICIA solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

Beautiful spot on the river. Lovely room and private outdoor space.

Cons:

Resort style layout without the service. Self service for drinks just beers and soft drinks. More suited to sideman vibes was just a little surprised how everything was a bit more expensive in sideman in general. Smaller breakfast than in our resort in ubud.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Jean-Baptiste couple fr
10
Une parenthèse de calme et de sérénité dans la verdure
Pros:

Jero possède un domaine avec des petites villas absolument magnifiques.
Son personnel est au top, le petit déjeuner est très bon et bien fournis.
Les chambres sont propres, calmes et avec tout le nécessaire.
Possibilité de louer un scooter sur place comme de se faire masser directement à votre villa si l’envie vous en prend !

À recommander sans hésiter.

Cons:

Les rideaux de la chambre qui pourraient être plus occultant.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Priscilia couple fr
10
Pros:

Personnel au top rien à dire ils sont tous au petit soin pour que vous passiez un séjour incroyable je recommande les yeux fermé et reviendrais !!

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Miranda couple nl
10
Wat een fantastisch verblijf! Vooral onze gastvrouw, wat een gastvrijheid
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Helen extended_group au
10
Loved our stay!
Pros:

Our 'superior villa' was very special, and the outlook was very gorgeous with the river and a small waterfall. The pool area also had a wonderful outlook along the river to the mountains. Jero and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the meals on our patio. A delightful getaway to end our trip.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Alison couple gb
10
Beautiful peaceful stay at a fantastic place
Pros:

The property is so beautiful the bungalows are all located around the river. Our room was extremely comfortable and the owner Jero had made sure to think of everything that will make the stay an absolute joy. All the staff were so friendly and welcoming.

Cons:

There is nothing to dislike about this property

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Steph solo_traveller fr
9
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Miguel couple es
10
Un oasis en medio de Bali
Pros:

El trato fue exquisito de principio a fin. Sigue siendo una zona rural con encanto de las pocas que quedan en Bali.

Cons:

Nada. La relación calidad precio es excepcional .

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Hazaa couple ae
10
It's Sooo Goood Place and soo good and helpful and caring stuff!!!! They helped us literally with everything, even w
Pros:

Literally everything!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Brittany Jordan couple au
10
A hidden gem, we can’t wait to return, for longer!
Pros:

The location and serenity of this place is unmatched! It is even better than I could have hoped for. It is modern and stylish yet maintains that Balinese charm. The staff are so helpful and accommodating. Great to cool off in the river, the pool or the outdoor shower. the grounds to the whole property are stunning, truely a one of a kind stay! We can’t wait to be back. The breakfast is also amazing, the best o letter I’ve ever had in Bali, yum!

Cons:

Nothing! Wish we had stayed longer.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Amanda solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Room was absolutely perfect. Its out of the hustle and bustle and nice and quiet. Food was exceptional

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Noelia couple es
9
Pros:

Impresionante la ubicación, las instalaciones y sobre todo la piscina.
Mención especial al personal. Nos marchabamos al día siguiente a las 5 de la mañana, con lo que nos perdíamos el desayuno, y se ofrecieron a traérnoslo igualmente a esa hora. Un 10 por eso.

Cons:

La única pega que a nosotros no nos termina de convencer son los baños al aire libre. Justo esa noche nos llovío y nos duchamos bajo la lluvia. Si es cierto que no hace frío pero no nos termina de gustar, porque siempre hai más bicheria. Aunque ser es precioso el baño.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Maria solo_traveller at
10
wäre gerne länger geblieben...
Pros:

Wunderschön auf einer kleinen Insel gelegen, unglaublich ruhig und erholsam; Schnelles Service via WhatsApp, sehr fürsorglich - Regenschirmservice vom benachbarten Restaurant weg;

Cons:

Kleinigkeiten, wie abgenutzte Plastikliegen;

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Angelique solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

La piscine, le cadre, la réactivité du personnel, le service.

Cons:

Ballon eau chaude insuffisant pour la baignoire. La nourriture décevante. Invasion de fourmis volantes mortes en fin d après midi. Heureusement le personnel très réactif a refait le ménage et changé les draps rapidement.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Tesnim family_with_children fr
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee