Handara Golf & Resort Bali

High in the misty highlands of Bali, where clouds drift between forested peaks and the air carries the scent of rain and earth, lies a destination unlike any other—Handara Golf & Resort Bali. Tucked within the ancient crater of an extinct volcano, this storied resort has redefined what it means to escape, unwind, and play.

More than a golf course, Handara is a journey into the soul of Bali. Here, the game unfolds against a backdrop of crater lakes, towering trees, and dramatic mountain ridges—an 18-hole championship course shaped by the hands of legends and sculpted by nature itself. Designed by five-time British Open Champion Peter Thomson and his partners, the course remains one of Indonesia’s most iconic sporting landscapes. But it’s the cool mountain air and unspoiled serenity that turn a round of golf into a meditative experience.

Awarded Best Luxury Golf Resort in Indonesia 2025 by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards, Handara’s recognition is not just for its facilities, but for its ethos. This is a place where hospitality is deeply personal, where guests are known by name, and where the warmth of Balinese culture meets the precision of world-class service.

Beyond the fairways, the resort welcomes guests through its famous Handara Gate—a symbol not just of arrival, but of entry into a more tranquil state of mind. The gate has become an emblem of Bali itself, echoing the enduring grace Handara embodies.

General Manager Shan Ramdas and his team are not merely maintaining a legacy that began in 1974—they’re reimagining it. With eyes on new markets across Europe and the Middle East, Handara is designing experiences that resonate globally while staying rooted in place.

At Handara, luxury is found in the details, but it also lives in the landscape, the heritage, and the way guests feel long after they leave.