ANDAZ BALI · Revisited Tour & Review · Sanur, Bali 🇮🇩 · INCREDIBLE Breakfast!

[@hungo7720]

A hotel video is just so refreshing after subsequent reviews of flights and airlines. Bali is truly a fascinating island saturated with great natural beauty.

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@DanielNguyen-jv1jf]

Wow and wow, I can't stop wow. The resort is beautiful, natural and modern. I feel like diving deep into jungle. Bali is one and only one 🌱☘🌿❤

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@lythanhtaiyoung666]

Finally, you are back with SEA resorts. I've been waiting for these contents for so long! I am never tired of these resorts!

[@dennisrettke]

I agree! I love these, as I love SEA in general :)

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@starsky72]

We are booked for 5 nights on the back of your initial video, thanks for the update! Looking forward to our January visit

[@meenbao7650]

We decided to do our wedding at andaz bali based on your last video. We just had our wedding and it was the best weekend ever.

[@tfft]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@82710368]

Hi Kevin, enjoyed your video as always. We are staying in Sanur for a week and decided to do the Andez breakfast based on your review. We loved it. The ambience, the food and the service all combined for a memorable experience. Thanks once again for your entertaining and informative videos.

[@juanitalennox9757]

I am glad you noted information on the mattress. In this instance - firm but supportive. I am forever on the hunt for soft mattresses when in Asia.

[@tfft]

Oh you'll be hunting for quite a long time lol

[@juanitalennox9757]

@@tfft I know!!! I have found a few soft mattress places but it’s definitely a lucky dip situation. And when people write reviews - comfortable bed comments are a matter of personal taste… so very much like that you singled out the mattress!!

[@martyrichardson1346]

I have just booked this resort. Can't wait for breakfast.

[@edward88881]

Wonderful review. I love hotel breakfasts and that list of Every Breakfast Ranked is something I'm going to refer as the master plan for hotels I need to visit.

[@tfft]

Appreciate that!

[@jakou538]

We did IC Jimbaran with family last year after seeing your review which was so well and honest that again planning where to go and how based on your videos. Most likely Bali again in Feb as nice and quit. COMO for sure on list to stay in Ubud. Travel safe Kevin and all the best from Sweden!

[@tfft]

Oh you definitely picked the right IC (the one in Sanur… all I could do was compare it to Jimbaran!)

[@LydiaAndy]

1000% agree with your "INCREDIBLE Breakfast" assessment of this resort. I've been there twice and breakfast seems to be even better the 2nd time around, when the first time was already unbelievably great.

[@tfft]

Think about it way too often lol

[@rasferrastfarian739]

Looks lovely. Love the vibe - thank you Kevin, loving your content as always

[@tfft]

Appreciate that!

[@holgerklare444]

I really, REALLY want to go and visit the Andaz Bali right now. Thanks for spoiling me, Kevin. 😅 And I also really like your commentary. It’s funny - but on the point. 👌🏻

[@tfft]

Appreciate that!

[@bikersydney5653]

Hi Kevin, I have to say I really enjoy your videos & content, a joy to watch, your voice is made for voice overs. You give great & honest reviews, I like that, Thank you, Alexis :)

[@tfft]

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

[@ninettemurk7492]

I love Sanur, mostly because it's hype free, unless some other places in Bali. Very relaxing.

[@tfft]

Agreed. I almost like that the beach is not the best becuase it attracts less crowds.

[@mdjay1000]

Currently staying at the Hyatt Regency in Sanur and I cant wait to watch this in a bit

[@tfft]

Ah I love the Hyatt Regency too!

[@jimmyjames6492]

That property looks amazing! Thanks for the info + video!

[@tfft]

It certainly is! Thanks for watching 🩴

[@k9killer221]

Brilliant. The smaller boutique resorts on Bali, like Tanjung Sari are the best. Often with private beaches which is a must so you don't get heckled every 10 seconds. My favourite aspect is the jungle meets open areas meets chalet blending. I feel really sorry for people with peanut allergy because I can eat chicken satay until I fall over.

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@botruong4102]

Wow..beautiful resort and foods are looking so delicious.

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@tommykay7427]

Kevin, you make my credit card cry. And I thank you for it! Awesome vid! Like button clicked!

[@tfft]

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

[@bosansekali898]

The breakfast part is funny. Really enjoyed your review.

[@tfft]

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

[@turbofanlover]

Very impressive. This is a resort that I think is actually worth the money that you paid. I don't have that reaction to resort prices very often. Thanks for the vid. This resort is now at the top of my list of places to visit ASAP. :)

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@stevene465]

Beautiful resort and the food looked fantastic - I’d be very happy here for breakfast , no lunch and then dinner - great video

[@tfft]

Yeah, 90% of the time I'm on the road, that's my exact schedule lol

[@32000Feet]

I was just thinking about booking this hotel! And I’m so grateful I was able to see this!

[@tfft]

A great spot!

[@DeniseSommerRoque]

What a beautiful tasteful resort, love the style…very tranquil. Somehow like it better than in your first review. And the breakfast….WOW! Thank you for this beautiful video 🤩🙏🏼✨

[@tfft]

Yeah even if it was half as good that breakfast would keep me coming back!

[@IloveFreo]

Wow.. what a beautiful hotel!

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@KintsugiJoe]

I'm heading there in a car now. You've got me so excited about the food haha

[@tfft]

Enjoy your trip 🗺️

[@ulitkabob7567]

Спасибо за ваше видео! Сказочный экзотический лес это что-то. Гуляешь и наслаждаешься видами. Вы очень хорошо передаёте атмосферу места.

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@khAlif34]

I love Andaz Bali too. I keep coming back every year. Yes, the prawn omelette is fabulous 😂

[@tfft]

Thanks for sharing ✈️

[@howardhetflejs3266]

Alila uluwatu has a great breakfast too and try hyatt centric Dubai I am sure it will be landing within your top 5 breakfast ☺️

[@tfft]

The Alila Uluwatu I believe but I've never been too blown away by Hyatt breakfasts in the UAE.

[@howardhetflejs3266]

@@tfftdid you try breakfast in hyatt centric jumeirah? It’s a only a la carte selection no buffet at all. And every dish they make looks like Instagram and also tastes like that :)

[@jimhearsonwriter]

I'm totally on board with the croffle for the name alone.

[@tfft]

😅

[@petek5523]

Very nice 😊. That food looks delicious and I would demand breakfast 24/7!! 😂😋 🎉

[@tfft]

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

[@Simon_E]

Stayed for about 3 weeks at the Regency years ago. I think Sanur is wayyy better than Seminyak or Canggu.

[@tfft]

Agreed

[@JonA-ih5he]

Heading there in 2 weeks partly thanks to your previous video.

[@tfft]

Enjoy your trip 🗺️

[@add8305]

Great video (as usual). We just stayed two weeks in Bali with 4 nights at The Pavilions, Sanur, 5 nights at Uma Kalai in Ubud (absolutely amazing) and 5 nights at The Candidasa Resort. Would highly recommend all three but Uma Kalai is the standout. Book the pool view room or paddy fields view. Small point, In your breakfast rating you have Caravelle Saigon twice (61 & 89). Keep up the great work!

[@tfft]

Yeah, I rushed this graphic out. Further videos have less errors lol

[@Diane-ft5zj]

A very quiet resort.

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@oscar-brown1649]

Great video Kevin! It is my resort of choice in Bali! What would you say would be a similar result on Koh Samui?

[@tfft]

Six Senses is my favorite on Samui

[@alexanderengel1955]

we love the 21/20 rating

[@tfft]

Well deserved!

[@bagnarolaraffaele]

I went to Alila Ubud and Six Senses thanks to your review and it was all wonderful! We already miss especially Alila!

[@tfft]

Appreciate that!

[@parlow69]

I love the focus on food. It’s something important to me when I book a holiday. Would you say that score for breakfast is broadly indicative of what the overall score for food would be? I’ve just booked SALA Phuket and I’m a bit nervous as it’s the first time I’ve done luxury that isn’t a Four Seasons but it has such good reviews across the board (not just yours). I would have booked the COMO, but they wanted an extra GBP2000 to make the reservation refundable, which is dumb.

[@tfft]

In general? I’d say no, much more hit or miss. For the top 15 or so on my breakfast list though safe to say their food is all excellent.

[@tobicitas]

even Soju in the fridge ❤

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@karlalexander7577]

I was hoping if you ever went back you would review the 2-bedroom beach villa at Andaz, it looks amazing! The pools in the garden villas are a little disappointing. Food looks great, will visit later this year and stop by.

[@tfft]

If I’m traveling with a group, 11 times out of 10 I’d choose 2 smaller rooms instead of a big 2 bedroom suite/villa 😅

[@soumyonath911]

Finally a hotel video, no offense but was kind of getting tired of all the flight videos

[@tfft]

My hotel videos come out an average of 2-3 per month- has been like that for almost a year 😉

[@soumyonath911]

@@tfftI get that, I found your channel about 2 months ago and I think I already finished all of the hotel videos (jk not quite) now want more hotel reviews

[@lameowizard]

I've stayed in all of the Bali Hyatts.. but I personally greatly prefer the Breakfast at the Alila Villas to Andaz Bali (Granted, I stayed there on December 31 2022, when it was crazy busy, so we didn't have the best experience).

[@tfft]

Yeah, I'd say 31/12 is never a day to get a fair shake from any hotel on earth lol

[@omi._.jalalo]

Was the mosquito situation okay or should I bring the spray? Thank you for the video!!

[@tfft]

I am never bothered by mosquitos, so I’m probably the wrong one to ask lol

[@omi._.jalalo]

@@tfft blessed by the mosquito gods

[@juliankohlweg4247]

Great video. Yes it's normal unfortunately for rentals to cram pools between walls and house but that doesn't make it less claustrophobic but sadly most houses that they call "villas" in southern Bali don't have a garden...in Andaz they could at least paint the ugly wall nicely... it's an Instant turnoff for me but most people don't care

[@tfft]

Thanks for sharing ✈️

[@MichelleHalfMoonBay]

Awesome information about the hotel. However the background of the classical Indian music is a bit confusing thinking you were in India instead of playing the Balinese gamelan music to match the island mood :). No biggies I still am loving it! Appreciate for the video very much.

[@tfft]

Thanks very much but there were no Indian tracks in this video- all from my Balinese track collection (or generic tracks). Often, Balinese music can sound similar to some genres of music from India since it is a Hindu island.

[@sharwintafazoli5868]

Love the video! Well done. Quick question tho - is it fair to call something the best breakfast in bali if you haven't been to all the resorts? Andaz looks great but still a mid tier resort relatively on that island I wonder how places like como shambala, alila uluwatu, ritz, four seasons etc would stack up (breakfast and in general)

[@tfft]

You are correct, it's very mid tier on the island- but Breakfast is one aspect of luxury resorts that doesn't always live up to it's reputation, so yes I think it is. I've been to over 20 resorts on the island of all sizes and price points. The ultra lux resorts are not large enough to have a buffet that would "out wow" the Andaz (and frankly, the buffets I have seen at the higher end large resorts are surprisingly lacking...) and the smaller lux boutique resorts (COMOs, for example) that may have an a la carte menu of the same caliber as Andaz don't offer the same extensive selection. Plus, the scale at which the Andaz does it does give them extra points in my book. Executing this menu at a 40 room property is one thing, but at a 200 room property with 300 people sitting down at the same time... and executing it really well, yes- I cannot imagine another breakfast on the island being better, as a full package.

[@sharwintafazoli5868]

Gotcha that's fair. I have an itinerary of como shambala, alila uluwatu, and langham jakarta coming up in Sept. Have you reviewed any of these? Expecting great things from all

[@tfft]

Langham Jakarta video is coming this month.

[@trisnadi]

I’ve stayed at Alila Uluwatu, Ritz, St Regis, Intercontinental. All of them are good but I’d describe tham as ‘typical’ high-end hotel breakfast experience (for Bali standard, at least). In my multiple visits to Andaz, the breakfast is always a highlight of our stay. I think being a mid-tier resor is actually a contributing factor in why they can pull it off, since they’re not subject to running an operation at a scale like Apurva. I took my Indo family there and all of them were impressed with the breakfast.

[@jameshaddan8538]

That food….I want to jump on a plane and fly there asap!

[@tfft]

Do it!

[@srivatsaramesh]

I wish this was category 4, they changed to category 5 sometime ago.

[@tfft]

Luckily the Hy Reg just next door is still some how a Cat 2!

[@jamesphelps1958]

How much of a bigger lift are the hotel videos than the flights? I think you mentioned it on patreon or another video once, but I can’t remember what you said

[@tfft]

Editing wise, generally around 50% longer, but when you consider filming time and a few other factors, in total they're around 3-4 times as much work.

[@alenb1]

Kevin if you can remember where were the guests from mainly? As an Aussie i avoid Bali because it seems like you have't left the country because of the number of Australians in Bali. However i did find certain resorts had almost no Australians { Ritz Carlton} and i was just wondering if you could pick up on where the guest at Andaz were mainly from? im Hoping elsewhere as the resort seems great. Thanks

[@tfft]

I find Hyatt properties in Bali to be very "light" on Aussies and heavy on Americans simply becuase Hyatt has a relatively small footprint in Australia. Accor properties, I find the exact opposite to be true. IHGs have a fair bit of Europeans and Americans. Marriot and Hilton properties can be hit or miss simply bc they're everywhere, but generally I've seen more Aussies in and around Seminyak, Ubud and Kuta.

[@alenb1]

@@tfft thanks for the info , I'll try it in a few weeks

[@keithlags]

Hi Kevin! I hope you get to try and review the Philippines' boutique airlines like AirSwift or Sunlight Air - although their fleet are usually ATRs. But they fly to our local beach destinations with high-end hotels in Coron, Caticlan (Boracay), Siargao, etc., which I think you'll enjoy. Cheers!

[@tfft]

Eventually… I just wish PH had a broader selection of international brand resorts to attract me (and viewers!).

[@OK-Travels]

Deciding between Andaz Bali base room or Hyatt Regency Bali Suite Room for less points (2 nights). Any insights? 😄 We are leaving next week, thanks Kevin!

[@tfft]

If you’ll have club access, go for Hyatt… just make sure to have Breakfast at Andaz once lol. The Hyatt Regency over delivers more than any other Hyatt property I’ve been to.

[@OK-Travels]

@@tfft thanks for the quick reply kev! Currently only a member and booking it with chase points, 26k points for a family suite worth over $1,000. Are we allowed to try the breakfast or we need to be staying at Andaz? Thanks again!

[@tfft]

You’d have to pay but it would be worth it as a brunch type thing one time.

[@jbennison5672]

96! Unbelievable

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@CHOCHON2023]

KALAU ANDA BUTUH KETENANGAN, HARUSNYA ANDA BERLIBUR KE UBUD BALI.👍👍👍

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@brice32]

May I know what camera and lenses you use to document your trips ?

[@tfft]

An iPhone!

[@kevboynet]

If you were to stay in a more standard room type, would you go for Hyatt Regency w/club, or do you see even better value spending the extra money to be at the neighboring Andaz?

[@tfft]

I'm paraphrasing my closing line in the upcoming Hy Reg video- this is in the context of speaking only about larger resort type places... 'If I was no longer filming resort videos and I was coming to Bali just for vacation, the Hy Reg would be my choice for my money every time.'

[@MikeONatty]

Do you prefer the Andaz or the Hyatt Regency next door?

[@tfft]

I do believe I talked about that specifically in the Hy Reg video ;)

[@tanletran7270]

Have you reviewed the Grand Hyatt Bali?

[@tfft]

I haven't

[@lebomonster]

You should review Padma Resort in Bali.

[@tfft]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@Cody.Little]

I’m currently booked for 3 nights at Alila Villas Uluwatu, but I’m debating on saving some points and booking at the Andaz instead. What do you think? Have you been to Alila Uluwatu?

[@tfft]

I have not, but they are VERY different experiences. If this is a once in a decade trip to Bali for you, I'd stick with Uluwatu. If you might be back next year, then it's fair to consider the swap.

[@trisnadi]

I’ve been to both and agree they are very different. Andaz Bali is like a serene hideaway in an otherwise busy area. However, this means you also have easy access to local eateries and other areas in central Bali. Alila Uluwatu is much more secluded and ‘exclusive’. You’re more likely to come across celebrity and influencers than in Andaz. Both are very good in their own way and service is pretty low touch in my experience. Also, Alila is a popular wedding venue, so I suggest avoid weekends as noise from these parties can be quite loud, and not much noise insulation - nor regulation - there.

[@Cody.Little]

@@trisnadi thanks for the response! I think I’ll stick with Uluwatu as everyone raves about it and my wife and I are good with just chilling at the resort

[@tonybrise6524]

The dish with no name is nasi (rice) kuning (yellow) with telur (egg) lodeh, traditionally served with noodles and chicken and a dollop of sambal.

[@tfft]

Yes! I remember that now. Thanks!

[@thanirz]

any issues with mosquitoes?

[@tfft]

No, but I never have issues with mosquitos, so I may not be the best one to ask lol

[@meenbao7650]

not at all!

[@demoncloud6147]

No engine spool up sound

[@tfft]

Always a critic

[@mikas2934]

That "salmon sashimi" looked rather pink 🤔

[@tfft]

Oh, did I say Salmon? Meant to be Tuna.

[@mikas2934]

​@@tfftfigured as much haha

[@jamesphelps1958]

Do you have any feedback on your treatment as a newly minted globalist versus your previous status? I’m trying to decide if I push to requal for next year.

[@tfft]

No, for two reasons lol. First, I was discoverist during this stay and second, I had a villa with breakfast included rate- so there's not too much that globalist would have given me with that particular rate.

[@kevintjahjadi8994]

Andaz vs Kempinski?

[@nunoalmeidacosta2417]

Do you think Andaz is better than Como Ubud?

[@tfft]

I think it’s impossible to compare simply because the settings and the purposes are so different. Might as well compare this Andaz to a hotel in Xian. That said, I do think IF there was an Andaz in Ubud, it would be my preference over the COMO.

[@nunoalmeidacosta2417]

@tfft nice! I never been to an Andaz since I get they are all very different from each other.. probably this is one of the best! Almost went to Andaz Mayakoba but the reviews were so bad...

[@mugeniwibowo]

Andaz is Hyatt group

[@tfft]

I didn’t say it wasn’t lol

[@IndianGeek5589]

Unrelated question: Did you receive any reply from Air India or the DGCA regarding your incident.

[@tfft]

For all negative reviews if/when I do receive a reply, it goes in the pinned comment. And no, nada.

[@HectorGarcia-nb2ld]

No way you are all that breakfast food. You got thr life

[@tfft]

I try

[@TheMap1997]

How many hotels are you gonna visit in Indonesia this time around?

[@tfft]

Four videos in the near term, including this one.

[@andrewharris8439]

Lovely resort but expensive

[@druiz012]

The property looks spectator. I've booked the Anadaz Pattaya for my wife and I 3 nights at $324 a night. I widh they had points availability because it was only 12k points a night...

[@druiz012]

As I continue watching I have to ask is the breakfast at the Andaz Pattaya half this good??? I hope so because this looks AMAZING! I guess I have to find your review of the Pattaya property.. lol

[@tfft]

It is very good, but not this level good.

[@benk8297]

0:26 season: Winter 2024 You mean Winter 2023 😅

[@tfft]

No, I didn’t lol.

[@hbokaie]

I know what I am going to say is strange … but what I am missing in any review “ here or any where “ are what about the smell of the air … what are the insects that you will deal with … a lot ? Little ?… what about the cleanest of the city itself … how is the weather feels ? Is the humidity acceptable ? Dry ? Yes photos/ videos could show you a great scenery … but with a bad smell and a lot of bugs and a dirty city that would be a nightmare for me

[@tfft]

I can understand that, but with the exception of the exact humidity level (which can be found on Wiki), those are all relative factors and experiences. If there is an undisputed foul smell, I mention it specifically. If there is an absolute swarming of bugs, I mention it specifically, the weather information is always in my graphics- otherwise, there is no one way to sumarize how each of those feel for a global audiance.

[@pizzaearthpancakesandother2549]

Bro... Pattaya... it's PUH-tay-ah not Pa-TIE-ah Don't accent the second syllable like a typical ozzy

[@tfft]

Here’s the thing about KZbin, I could substitute in a native Thai speaker to say the word and there would still be comments telling me I was pronouncing it wrong. Someday, when I’m fluent in every language, I’ll try to improve 😉

[@ario.gaming]

Bukan hotel tapi villa

[@tfft]

Thanks for watching 🩴

[@cusodha1]

If god asks you which resort you want to spend your last day… what resort would you name? You cannot answer home.

[@tfft]

If I have one day left and I choose to stay inside a resort, I'd say there was something wrong with me lol

[@happytravel_777]

When was this. I was there recently in july. 😊

[@tfft]

Many months before that lol

[@happytravel_777]

@@tfft 😂😂😂

[@giorgiomatera3395]

Best breakfast in bali??? Ahahahahaha

[@tfft]

I think everyone wants some of what you’re having.

[@giorgiomatera3395]

@@tfft i am staying at the westin in nusa dua...come over and i'll show you a real breakfast!

[@tfft]

This feels like satire lol