This Boutique Hotel in Bali's Canggu Is a Dream Home Stay That Inspires Creativity
Created by Bali Interiors founder Sheila Man, Bi Design House is a five-room boutique hotel near Canggu built for slowing down and creatively recharging.
There's a lot of chatter about how busy Bali is at the moment, but Bi Design House proves you still can find a sanctuary to reset and creatively recharge away from the hustle and bustle — even in Canggu.
Created by Bali Interiors founder, photographer and creative director, Sheila Man, the visual and creative brilliance of Bi Design House has to be experienced to be understood.
From the minute you arrive, it's clear that every corner has been meticulously thought through from a design and architecture perspective, whether it's long communal tables framed by colourful art, bold walls contrasted with rare marble benchtops, or arched doorways guiding you from the tranquil courtyard to the open-plan living area, and out to the tranquil pool area surrounded by rice paddies.
Located in Babakan and just a short drive from Canggu's popular Batu Bolong, this boutique hotel offers five uniquely different rooms to choose from, all decorated with pieces from talented local artists. In fact, the entire home is filled with locally sourced books, magazines, furniture and more, each providing the unexpected comfort of feeling like a home away from home while supporting local art and design.
The Bi Design concept is different from traditional hotels or resorts in Bali in its communal nature, yet the experience is fully serviced with housekeeping, complimentary breakfast and daily activities and trips available. You won't have to lift a finger — a holiday prerequisite — other than to capture all the breathtaking ways sun and shadows bounce off the walls, of course, and for whatever burst of creativity you'll undeniably have in this setting.
"Our boutique hotel is a haven for those looking to revive their creative spirit and connect with others," says Man. "We want our guests to rediscover the joy of creativity and community, free from expectations and pressures."
While the property is close by to Canggu, there's every chance you opt for full days at your accommodation here instead — whether grabbing a massage at the in-house massage room, having a tea or coffee in the courtyard with the cats (Sugar and Wednesday), relaxing by the infinity pool overlooking the ricefields, tucking into a book in the TV-less loungeroom, or getting in touch with your creative side in the art room.
It's perfect for solo travellers, with prices starting at just $75 AUD per room, but you can also book out the entire property for photoshoots or groups (if you can find a time where no rooms are booked!).
Bi Design House is available for bookings. Head to the website for more information.
Images: Supplied.
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