Villa Purnama: An off-the-beaten accomodation
by Mozumbus
We ended up at Villa Purnama due to our luck as we actually booked a room in Dana Guesthouse, located nearby and owned by the same person, Ron. But then, the kind Putu shifted us to the Villa taking into account that we had our baby with us, and that too without extra charges.
We found our week long stay most memorable and comfortable and that too within our modest budget.
Villa Purnama is a basic property located a bit away from the touristy Kuta (15 minutes drive) but situated in a very friendly and peaceful neighbourhood, Kerobokan, and surrounded by paddy crops. There are two bedrooms on the ground floor along with a lounge, which is fitted with a big LCD, and a small kitchen. There was only one bedroom on the first floor with a big lounge, without furniture, a balcony and a shared bathroom. Bedrooms on the ground floor have attached bathrooms while all the rooms are fitted with the AC. The owner was thinking to built some more room on the first floor utilizing the empty lounge space.
It is also possible to rent the whole villa.
They offer free use of auto transmission motorbike, which is a deal maker if you can ride one, as no one else can be this generous. Breakfast, free interbet/wifi, and free airport (for a stay of more than 2/3 nights) make Villa Purnama/ Dana Guesthouse unbeatable.
They have a new model car also, which is available on reasonable prices (USD 40 for the whole day, i.e. ~ 8 hours, inclusive of driver and petrol)
Staff was really friendly and helpful, especially Putu. Though he may try to sell water sports and other packages but will never mind if you find another cheaper option.
However, the place may not suit those who are looking for a splurge or want to live around noise and crazy partying, called Kuta in Bali!
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