Name: Shankara Parada Villas
Address: Jalan Raya Lipah, Karangasem, 80852, ID

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Danylo

Best of the best!!

Family

6/10

Pleasant

24 Apr 2026

Chris

Overall Shankara Parada is a nice place. Staff is very friendly, grounds were nice & location was perfect for all activities (Lipah Beach is a steep stairwell walk away). But outside of these here are my challenges with the property. There are only 2 units which have decent views. Each unit lacks a formal kitchen. The pillows I found to hard & not comfortable. Toughest time sleeping. Our unit (2 bedrooms) didn't have a place to comfortably sit. Lacked any living room comforts & our view to the ocean/sunrise was blocked by numerous trees. The only way to see the sunrise (which had a huge telephone pole in it) was where they serve breakfast (which we never experienced). Would I stay here again. Probably not. One caveat, which my family loved, was the puppy & mother dog who they wanted to take home...LOL...

The property does require a lot of walking stairs so if you're open to getting in a few steps you might like it...

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2026

LEE

Great location. Very clean

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2026

Conan

Everything was great

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Lisette

Shankara Parada Villas has been a wonderful stay! Great location for a walk to the beach and restaurants. Our lovely room had a great view. The very friendly staff go above and beyond to make sure you are enjoying your stay. We had yummy breakfasts daily. We look forward to going back to stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2025

Nicholas

Lovely villa with a nice view of the beach. Plenty of parking and 2 mins walk to the beach where you can snorkel directly.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

26 Mar 2025

Verified traveler

Peaceful Secluded Property

The staff here could not be more helpful. The property sits on a hill overlooking the sea- the views are wonderful. The property itself is rather worn down, but the staff does an amazing job of maintaining cleanliness. If you have any mobility issues, this is not the place for you. The units are all up fairly steep stairs. There are warungs within walking distance, but the roads are in poor condition. You really need a scooter or a car to get around. There is no online taxi service, so the hotel had to reserve. Breakfast is fine, but they do not serve any other meals, and the little grocery store in walking distance has a limited selection

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Aug 2024

Jane

The staff here take care with the cleaning and the gardens and the pool is well looked after. The property overall all needs general maintenance and repair. We stayed in a two bedroom bungalow. Lots of steps. The accommodation was basic but large and clean. We had a lovely balcony with great views, birds, watching the fishing boats come in and out, and the sunset. The breakfast was average. The pool was great. No lunch or dinner service but a good choice of a few restaurants in the small village a few hundred meters away, the walk a little dark in places. They could do with a price list for local day trips and local taxis this would be helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2023

RICKY

Really enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and very hospitable. Rooms were immaculate.

Will be back in the future.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Aug 2023

Lori

The views from this place are beautiful !
Lovely pool and good breakfast ,
Nice and clean .
The only fault I found was the old towels were smelly when wet .
Some new towels would be great !

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2023

Michelle

Lovely style & views , walking distance to beach and nearby cafes.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2023

Stephen

Beautiful property that we stayed at for 7 days. Perfect location, and beautiful Villas. My only negative comment is that our television didn’t work from day 1, and after repeated requests to have it fixed, nothing was done.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2022

Verified traveler

Super nice , very clean, staff extremely polite!!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Aug 2020

Shella

We stayed in two bedroom villa which has ocean view, it cannot get better than that

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2020

Danial

Amed, Bali

Great view with off the beach snorkeling close by.
Staff was helpful and attentive.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Amazing in every aspect snorkeling off the beach in shallow water so you don’t have to be a good swimmer. We have booked for 9days again next year.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2019

Nkk

The view was incredible! Delicious breakfast, coffee and friendly staff.
Loved the shower and that each room had their own shower/toilet. Didn’t use the kitchen because food was too good around us but nice that we had a filtered water dispenser. The staff was very nice and helpful, arranged a car for us.
The pool was wonderful! Refreshing and a few times at dusk we got treated to some little bats which was very cool to watch.
Location is good for snorkeling, beach, restaurants and again the view.

Cons— not much, except the living room area not the most comfortable but we were outside 99% of the time

The stairs could be difficult to climb for some older/less fit folks

The walk to the shipwreck was a bit far but completely manageable. Lots of interesting/cool shops/restaurants near by.

Beautiful villa. Only few units so a nice intimate stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Amazing views and so peaceful and quiet. Rooms were large and clean and the 2 bedroom Villas even had a kitchen so great for families.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2019

Verified traveler

This was our favorite room from our whole trip! You really can not beat the view! The staff was so friendly and accommodating. They had motorbikes waiting for us upon request and took care of everything. We'll definitely be returning next year!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

very friendly family-like, small, comfortable place. we felt very welcomed.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Spectacular view from the room/terrace

We were stunned by its view upon arriving at our room, it's unobstructed ocean and pool view, perfect for a quiet getaway. We also like the small kitchen inside the room, nice to put all food/drinks we brought.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

12 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Great location! Beautiful views from room, pool and restaurant. Bed was big and firm although looking up and seeing dirt and bugs sitting on top of the bed net was not great. Bathroom was old and needed some work including quite a bad smell from drains. Curtains need to be blockout fabric as it was light in room from outside pathway and pool lights.good kitchen with adequate fridge and cooking facilities. Right opposite best snorkeling in Amed!

8/10

Excellent

28 Nov 2018

Katie

Beautiful location. Beautiful villa.

Basic amenities and a little bit far from the \"action\" of Amed but still a great stay.

The staff's English is very basic but easy to overcome with Google translate

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2018

Julien

Second time we booked at this hotel and this second stay was even better than the first time. Because this time all air con in all rooms were working very well. The staff was very nice especially when we forgot few diving things and swim suits and they manage to find us a driver to deliver our stuff to our hotel in Ubud. The view from the hotel is just amazing. We will come back to Amed and will book again at the Shankara for sure! The only thing that is not properly provided is shampoo. Once you’re aware of it you just bring your own shampoo and enjoy your stay at Shankara!

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2018

Narolus

V nice hotel , great ocean view from balcony! Close to Lipah beach with excellent snorkeling! The grounds , the pool also fantastic! Quiet place . The only suggestion is to put regular sofa in the living room instead of wooden frame uncomfortable loveseat.

6/10

Pleasant

01 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

The best thing is the exclusive view on beach and ocean.
The restaurant provide clean and good food
But
Wifi is very slow with weak signal and phones may not find signal at all at some parts of the room. Almost you will have no wifi experience. I asked to fix it but no one has done anything.
Most of staff doesn't speak english very well.
No tea or coffee in the room like previous hotels we stayed.

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Wonderful ocean view from the restaurant and the terrace of our villa! Nice and quiet area. Can go snorkeling directly from the beach.

Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Aug 2018

Jane

A lovely hotel

This was a lovely hotel with excellent service. I would definitely recommend Amed, it’s a quieter beach but with lots of activities available.
The hotel is spotless, with lovely attentive staff, it’s one of the best hotels/villas in the area.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2018

Daren

This hotel is a hidden gem

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2018

Francesca

Beautiful villas and views

The villas are breathtaking, the views are to die for and the villas are very big and modern with charm. The pool was an ideal temperature and had a gorgeous outlook over the sea, perfect place to cool off in the heat. The beach is only a 2minute walkdown by steps where you can snorkel right off the beach which was a lot of fun. The only thing that dampened our stay was the service, the guys with our bags were excellent and always friendly but the girls who lay in the dining area all day on their phones never really had a smile or a welcome about them. The wifi strength was poor and I think it's down to the staff using their phones constantly whilst sitting there, as it picked up at night once they'd left! The breakfast wasn't great but I think that's a reflection of the Lipah area (quite basic). However, I would stay again as the setting and villas were so beautiful.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2018

Linda

Stunning place!!!

We loved our 4 night stay. Friendly helpful staff. Stunning views, lovely pool area. Comfortable room, we particuliarly enjoyed the partial outside shower!

Beautiful snorkeling right infront of the hotel.

Everything about this little hotel was perfect for a peaceful and relaxing stay, just wished we could stay for another week or two.

I have to mention that I would not suggest this Hotel for anyone who has difficulty with climbing stairs. Another suggestion would be to have beverage packs in the room.

Thank you for a great stay! We will be back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2018

Diana

Very nice hotel with amazing view of Lipah Beach. Good, friendly staff, always cleaning up, watering the gardens etc. Good breafasts and meals in the restaurant. Largest room we've had in Indonesia and beautiful bathroom.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2018

Harreson

Loved it

The room had amazing views,it was clean , great TV channels ,Loved it

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2018

Maiken

Lovely hotel!

Very nice hotel! It looks as amazing as on the photos. The staff is welcoming and friendly. Check-in was fast, no problems. I stayed in a room that was a private small house, consisted of bedroom, bathroom (hot shower) and kitchen. Nice views to pool area and beach. 15-20 minute walk to shops, restaurants are close by. Free continental breakfast (made to order), food is humble but good. I loved my stay at this hotel and I would recommend it to others!

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2017

Raj

A fantastic place to stay

Lipah is probably the best stop in Amed. The beach is lovely, the water itself is amazing to swim in with the great plus that is good snorkeling. The view from Shankara Parada as the sun set is beguiling to say the least. Lovely aesthetics in terms of the building, gatden and green surrounds. I will bring a fine bottle of wine next time and a good friend or two to share this beatiful place with. The staff, especially the young man Ketut, are excellent, attentive and i thought genuinely friendly. Only stayed 2 nights and didnt get a feel for the best restaurants and warungs but I will come back for sure.

It was a little noisy from construction of additional villa and restaurant, but that was during the day. Expected to be done by June

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2017

Lisa

Paradise in Amed

What an amazing villa this was. The villa was huge and the view next to none. The pool was amazing to swim in with the view of the ocean. It's atop cliffs so the view is great.
You can walk to beach however I didn't go there.
Day bed on balcony was super for chilling and listening to the ocean.
I loved it here! I want to go back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Comfortable and clean hotel

Spacious, comfortable living area. Great bedroom with complete block out of morning light. Nice view of the bay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2016

Bonnie

Amazing!

My family loved staying at Shankara Parada Villas. The view is breathtaking. The rooms are beautiful, spacious and practical with full size fridge and cooking facilities. The pool is magnificent. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Our children really loved it here. It is in the quiet part of Amed so you need to arrive with some supplies and cash if you are not on a scooter (ATM is about 5km away). Staff are happy to drive you there on scooter. There is amazing snorkelling just 5 minutes walk with coral and lots of fish. We ate all our meals at Wayan's Warung and really enjoyed her cooking and company. Highly recommend this place, highlight of Bali.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2016

Kim

Little Gem

Loved this small resort. Pleasantly surprised by how good it was. Great views out over the pool to the sea and snorkelling literally straight off the beach there. However be aware you need to be fit enough to climb the steep steps in and out of hotel and down to the beach! The area itself is very quiet, minimal shopping, so stock up beforehand. we enjoyed our visit but it is a very long drive to reach from the airport so would recommend you stay a few days. We found the restaurant 'Sails' the best round there and returned several times,reasonable prices and super clean with a window to see into the kitchen.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2016

Jordan

The best place to stay in Amed

Am torn to write this as it's like I am sharing a secret that might destroy the treasure that we found.
We had never crossed Bali and explored the coast and countryside around Amed....if you are looking for low key chilled non toursity then definatley do it.
We arrived at the Villas mid afternoon and the staff greeted us and helped us with luggage up to villa. The villa was very new with high level of craftsmanship...even the tiling and plumbing was A grade which is a rarity in most places we stay in Bali. The villa was super clean with an amazing view over Lipah bay and the volcanoes to the north west.
We went straight to the beach via easy access from villas (literally 1 minute walk to sand) we were told there was good snorkelling but it turned out to be excellent snorkelling right there.
We spent our days snorkelling out front and then in the amazing wet edge pool in the afternoon.
There are plenty of warungs to eat at in Lipah bay only a short stroll away or you can drive to other villages which have a wide range of local and international cuisine.
The staff at Shankara Parada cooked us breakfast every morning and it was perfect.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2016

Ines and Scott

Beautiful villas, wonderful staff.

We stayed at Shankara Parada Villas for 4 days. Even after reading all the happy reviews, it was still better than what we expected. The villas are very well kept and have beautiful views to the pool and the ocean. The infinity pool is amazing. The staff are helpful, engaging, and incredibly warm and friendly.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2023

Verified traveler

Great family trip to Shankara Parada Villas

Can only recommend a stay at Shankara in Lipah, we had three days there as a family of four, and wish we could stay longer. The villas are new and clean, and the pool area is beautiful and with a great view of the beach! Very friendly and helpful staff (when we could not find a taxi to Ubud, one of the staff took his father’s car and drove us himself..)

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2023

Sussie

Dejligt ophold, super sødt personale, som var meget hjælpsomme. Super udsigt over vandet.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2018

Betinna

Room with a view

Vi fandt en perle og nød dagene med udsigt over bugten, vulkan og infinity pool. Man skal tage dertil for roen og udsigten og fine muligheder for at snorkler. Simpelt og smukt.

Family

8/10

Excellent

21 Oct 2018

Eun

조용히 쉬기 좋은!!

방이 크고 깨끗!!뷰가 정말로환상적이었다!우리는 이곳에 2박을 했는데 떠나기가 아쉬울 정도였다!언덕에 위치해있어서 바다를 내려다 보는 전망이 훌룡했다

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2018

catherine

Un endroit fabuleux avec une vue exceptionnelle

Le lieu est idéal, tous services sur place en ayant son propre espace. Proximité de la plage. Le restaurant est bon et familial.

8/10

Excellent

16 Aug 2018

patrick

Pb d internet

Bien un peu vetuste

Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Jul 2018

karine

De charmantes villas dans un cadre magnifique

Très bien situé à Amed ptoche des principaux sites à visiter et de très bons restaurants.
Une très belle vue sur la mer et le volcan.
Petit ensemble de villas au calme dans une nature sauvage.
Le staff est disponible et à l'écoute.
Un très bon rapport qualité /prix.
Une très belle adresse pour se reposer dans un cadre magnifique.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

Tolle Aussicht (Vulkan, Meer, Dorf Lipah), ruhige Lage, zentralhochwertige Aircon, Personal war freundlich, hilfsbereit und diskret

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

とにかく最高

問題は空港からタクシーで遠いことだけ
あとは、なにもかもが最高
眺めよし食事は美味しい
静かです
海問題なし