Luxury Java Tours made for you

The luxurious and decadent Amanjiwo hotel is quite simply mesmerising. Furthermore across the Kedu Plain, Amanjiwo looks out to Borobudur, the 9th century Buddhist sanctuary and UNESCO World Heritage site: the sole reason many come to Java. Taking this site as inspiration, the shape of Borobudur is very much reflected in the architecture and style of Amanjiwo with its 36 suites set in two graceful crescents around a central rotunda. The suites feature high ceilings with domed roofs, outdoor sunken stone baths within a high walled garden, marble floors and a raised four poster bed. Some of the spacious sun terraces come with their own private pool offering ultimate privacy. High limestone walls give shape to the walkways that link the suites to the main building, and that winds down to the forty-metre infinity pool. In spite of your privileged views, a private tour to Borobudur cannot be missed. Watching the shadows of the Buddha’s shift and the sky burn as the sun rises over Mount Merapi is truly a magical experience. We can arrange entry to the temple before dawn, avoiding the crowds, allowing plenty of time to reach the summit in relative peace.

Start your day watching the sun creep over the ornate beauty of Borobudur Temple from the deck of this peaceful hotel. Enveloped in lush forests and mountains, Plataran Borobudur is found in central Java just five minutes from the renowned ancient temple, boasting spectacular views. This tranquil escape is designed with Indonesian style. Dark, polished wood and traditional pieces of art grace the spacious rooms which house lavish four poster beds, while villas enjoy private pools and gardens. With a soothing mood, Plataran Borobudur encourages its guests to truly relax with its concept of detoxification which is chiefly carried out at the spa and yoga club. Dining is also well taken care of here with the Patio Lounge and Restaurant serving a range of Indonesian and international cuisine.

Tucked into the tropical scenery of volcano-wrapped plantation fields is the secluded wellness sanctuary: MesaStila. With an ornate and traditional Javanese style, the the mood here is blissful relaxation. Each spacious, antique-filled villa is designed with rich local flair and fitted out with modern amenities, alongside a large living area and outdoor area looking out to gorgeous coffee plantation and mountain views. With peaceful privacy the focus here, the wonderful team usher you through a myriad of reviving pursuits. Explore pristine scenery on horse rides and cycling tours, re-charge your strength with martial arts and jungle gym sessions and sink into indulgent treatments at the award-winning – and unique to Java – Turkish Hammam Spa.

At 2,000 metres above sea level Jiwa Jawa is often set in cloud. Built in a wooden chalet style this is a modest yet charming retreat which blends into its landscape amidst the Pobolinggo mountains of eastern Java seamlessly. With just nine cabins, this is the perfect accommodation for those that love the outdoors and wish to explore the number of small local villages, go mountain biking, horse riding, and tour the nearby volcanoes. There is also one further, larger cabin to suit families. Jiwa Jawa has a small café offering delicious coffee from the nearby plantations as well as Indonesia and European food. The café is set within a small gallery space showcasing photography from across the region and diners occasionally entertained by a local light jazz band.

Just a thirty-minute light aircraft flight from the north coast of Java, the Karimunjawa archipelago is a collection of 27 verdant islands in a sparking blue sea, each ringed by white sand and azure lagoons. A short speedboat journey delivers you to the most exclusive of these: Kura Kura Private Island Resort. Covered in tall palm trees swaying in the breeze, Menyawakan Island is home to Kura Kura. This luxury, barefoot-chic resort has no Wi-Fi or televisions, which makes it the perfect place to shed everyday stresses and distractions, and completely unwind. The pool villas afford space and privacy, with large outdoor living rooms, which are perfect for unwinding in after watching the sunset and before you stroll off to the pool restaurant for a candle-lit dinner. For those who prefer to wake to the sight of the sea, the Superior and Superior Deluxe rooms are just a short hop from the crystal-clear water. Snorkelling, diving and island-hopping are the order of the day here, and there are daily trips that leave from Kura Kura that take guests to nearby islands and reefs where they can swim with shoals of tropical fish and laze on ice-white beaches. Guests can also make use of the kayaks that are lined up along the island’s shore. ‘Kura Kura’ means ‘sea turtle’ in Bahasa Indonesian, so it is no huge surprise to find a turtle sanctuary here during hatching season. Over the summer, you can watch them grow stronger in their safe haven just by the shore, until they’re released into the open sea. About forty minutes away from Kura Kura, Krakal Island presents your chance to be a ‘castaway’ for a night. This stunning, virtually untouched island has three simple cabins on the beach, each ornately carved in a traditional Indonesian fashion. The island is booked on an exclusive basis for adventurous travellers keen to experience true seclusion.

Filled with fascinating antiques, adding not only to this hotel’s locale in the heart of Malang Old Town but acting as a piece of cultural history itself; Tugu Malang gives you a comfortable and full experience here in eastern Java. The 49 rooms at the hotel are furnished in a colonial style with a strong nod to east Javanese heritage. The Melati restaurant is famed its recipes based on Indonesian home cooking as well as a vast steak menu with Dutch and French influences. Afternoon tea is served daily in the Tugu Tea House and the Roti Tugu bakery offers fresh organic produce which is popular with hotel guests and local residents alike. All guests to the Tugu Malang are welcomed to the hotel with a relaxation foot and shoulder massage; a welcome treat before setting off to explore the pretty colonial streets of Malang.