We recently stayed at the Jayakarta Beach Resort at Legian Bali. This hotel was referred to us as being friendly, comfortable and close to the beach. This was correct as we had a nice time. The beach is right outside and to my surprise clean. On my last visit to Bali we went to Saminyak and the beach smelt and what appeared like raw sewerage was flowing from the creeks. But Legian beach was so much better. Spent every day of our 8 day holiday on the beach (in between shopping & eating). For AU$3.00 we had 2 beach lounges and an umbrella. The location of the hotel was good for walking to restaurants and shops. Plenty of transport available when we wanted to sightsee. The transport company located within the hotel grounds was just as cheap when negotiated direct with the driver as with most other places. Wayan & Mambo were really good drivers and loved a chat. The hotel is in need of maintenance, but that was being completed to areas of the resort while we were there. Our travel agent Natalie from Flight Centre warned us before booking. There was also a constructions site next door, but that none of these works caused any inconvenience. Our room #208 was close to the beach, pool, hotel restaurant & Sunset Bar. Brilliant positioning amongst the very well kept grounds. The room was a suite with a bathroom. It was cleaned every day and the bed very comfortable. Linen is not replaced unless requested (which we found was a great initiative). Bath towels were replaced every day. The only concern I had with the hotel was the pool bar where the staff allowed patrons to drink bottled and glass beverages in the pool. However the staff in general were helpfull. The nearby restaurants along the beach front (turn right out of the hotel on the beach) were all good value, great food and cheap drinks (average meal with food & drinks under AU$30 for 2). Unfortunately we found the cheapest Bintang at AU$1.50 on our last night. Discovery Mall was a nice 40 minute walk along the beach. Great chance to walk off the food and Bintangs. Other shops in Seminyak & Legian were much closer and within easy walking distance. Overall the Jayakarta is worth the money considering the location to the many shops, restuarants and especially Legian beach. Would definitely stay there again and have recommend it to others.

My family which consisted of 2 mid aged children, my husband and I were suppose to stay here. We checked out within 10 hrs as it was so awful. The apartments are smelly, noisy and dirty. Prior to checking in we had stayed in 3 other hotels in and around Bali, these were fantastic and beautiful, which just highlighted the horrid Jayakarta. I last holidayed in Bali 20 Years ago. I was pleased that this was not our 1st return port -of call, otherwise I would have returned home. There are so many nicer cleaner, cheaper places to stay. Also Sth Kuta you will find cleaner beaches, sand and a lot less hassle. Don't waste your time and money staying here

Once again ( we stayed here last March too) we had a great time. We stayed in The Residence which is adjoined to the main hotel. Although we didn't stay in the main hotel buildings we had access to all amenities at the hotel, pools,restaurants,massages etc. I understand the main hotel rooms are not quite as nice as the adjoining buildings rooms ..... I think most of the adjoining apartments are privately owned so the quality comes down to the efforts of the owners. Highly recommended !
Once again, we dined a fair bit at Wali Warung on Jl Padma Utara no.16 ( just down the street and around the corner) the people there are just so nice ! Food is always good and at prices that make you want more and more.Overall, the Jayakarta complex is one of the best places to stay in Legian, we have been there many times and always recommend it. Unfortunately, Bali is becoming somewhat 'gridlocked', the amount of traffic is unbelievable so allow extra time to travel to almost anywhere. A lot of major roadworks are underway so hopefully, when done, travelling around will be easier. Bali is and always will be a fantastic place to visit so give it a go!