Umi, a luxurious five-star resort located in Uluwatu, Bali, will open its doors to guests in May 2026

The name of Umi Resort – meaning ‘sea’ in Japanese – is a perfect reflection of the resort’s location in the heart of Uluwatu which is renowned for its rugged, picturesque coastline and expansive clifftop panorama’s.

Located 200 metres from Uluwatu Beach, the Australian-owned resort will feature seven private luxury villas, and 92 thoughtfully designed rooms made up of Deluxe Suites (30m2), Superior Suites (40m2) and Family Suites (70m2), all with pool views and surrounded by 1.5 kilometres of lush gardens that will wrap around the resort, blending seamlessly into nature and creating an iconic destination.

Umi’s architecture was inspired by the iconic sea caves of nearby Suluban Beach which are naturally curved in a U-shape opening dramatically to the sea. The resorts design reflects this with a U-shaped building that opens to cascading infinity pools following the land’s contour with the building wrapped in sculptural planter boxes, blending lush greenery with clean lines that reflect the feeling of standing inside the cliffs of Uluwatu.

Guests will be able to enjoy the three-tiered pools which seamlessly integrate into the natural slope of the land. Beyond the resort, guests have access to another 10 pools at nearby beach clubs and cliffside venues.

The resort will be home to a restaurant, whose menu will be curated by Executive Chef Michael McGairy, whose experience includes work at one of Bali’s leading restaurants Teja Uluwatu and as a private chef on Lizard Island for some of the worlds biggest celebrities.

The restaurant will be a welcome addition to the Uluwatu’s growing culinary scene with a menu that will draw inspiration and a thoughtful fusion from Japanese, modern Australian, Asian, Indonesian, and Middle Eastern cuisines. The atmosphere will be relaxed yet refined, and focus on fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented dishes.

The resort will also feature a carefully curated retail space showcasing local crafts people from Bali, offering signature scents (room sprays and perfumes that are locally sourced and made from frangipanis and sandalwood), lifestyle goods like locally made handbags, beach towels, and design-forward souvenirs that reflect the soul of Uluwatu and leave guests with something truly memorable to take home.

The resort, which has a focus on luxury and sustainability, was envisioned by Co-Founder Danil Flehan and Imersif Architecture in collaboration with Vojtek Morsztyn Studio.

These design principals can be seen through the use of recyclable materials and low-impact construction methods by builders, Umira Sinergi Global.

Furniture and interiors are by Wright Super Yacht Teak who supply Grade A teak to some of the world’s most prestigious superyachts, some worth over $500 million. The furniture is made from the repurposed offcuts and recycled high-quality local Indonesian teak from the marine projects to create custom furniture and interiors that are ethically sourced creating a perfect blend of sustainability and craftsmanship.

Wright Superyacht Teak supplies Grade A teak decking to some of the world’s most prestigious superyachts across Europe — including vessels worth over $500 million. In Bali, we repurpose the offcuts and recycled teak from our marine projects to create custom furniture and interiors for luxury hotels and villas. The result is a unique blend of sustainable materials and refined craftsmanship.

Situated on the southwestern tip of the Bukit Peninsula, Umi is minutes away from Bali’s renowned cliff-top spas, beach clubs, restaurants and eight world famous surf beaches including Uluwatu and Suluban Beach both just 200 metres from the resort, as well as Padang Padang, Bingin, Suluban and Dreamland.

“At Umi, we want to give guests an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and offer a sanctuary immersed in Bali’s beautiful environment. Bali’s natural beauty has been honoured in every detail at Umi, from the architecturally designed building to the delicious meals in the restaurants, to the beautifully made souvenirs crafted by locals. We look forward to sharing this experience with visitors once the doors open next year,” Danil concluded.

The development is expected to create over 250 jobs during construction and maintain a team of 150 full time staff upon opening.

To celebrate, Umi is offering an exclusive Black Friday sale from 17 – 24 November, the package which includes a luxury escape for two, with kids staying free. Choose from 5, 7, or 9-night options starting from just $2,499 (normally valued at $5,500). This all-inclusive experience includes private VIP airport transfers, gourmet daily meals, two one-hour massages, full spa access, and unlimited drinks and cocktails — all set in one of Bali’s most breathtaking natural landscapes.

For further information, visit: umiresort.com/holiday-package/