Exquisite Awards 2026Bali
MERUSAKA NUSA DUA
BEST SUSTAINABLE HOTEL - Bali

Merusaka Nusa Dua
Where the turquoise swell of the Indian Ocean strokes the pristine sands of Mengiat Beach, Merusaka Nusa Dua stands as a triumph of conscious luxury. Named poetically after a sacred dwelling, this palatial Balinese sanctuary effortlessly mirrors the layouts of a traditional village. It redefines high-end hospitality by proving that true indulgence does not require earth-shattering cost. Holder of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Certification and crowned a Platinum Green Hotel, the resort breathes the island's philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, the eternal harmony between humanity, divinity, and nature.
Where the turquoise swell of the Indian Ocean strokes the pristine sands of Mengiat Beach, Merusaka Nusa Dua stands as a triumph of conscious luxury. Named poetically after a sacred dwelling, this palatial Balinese sanctuary effortlessly mirrors the layouts of a traditional village. It redefines high-end hospitality by proving that true indulgence does not require earth-shattering cost. Holder of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Certification and crowned a Platinum Green Hotel, the resort breathes the island's philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, the eternal harmony between humanity, divinity, and nature.
Every room option prioritises not only comfort, architectural beauty, exquisite furnishings, and comprehensive amenities, but also environmental consciousness. Guest experiences are seamlessly coupled with profound environmental stewardship. Single-use plastics have been gracefully exiled from the airy suites and private beach shacks, replaced by zero-waste initiatives such as innovative bioconversion of food waste. The resort even employs advanced seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) systems to provide pure, drinking-quality water directly from the surrounding sea. Evenings at the signature Gading Restaurant present a culinary journey crafted from organic ingredients harvested daily from the resort's own thriving Boemi Merusaka kitchen garden.
True luxury, however, lies in how deeply Merusaka cares for its surrounding shores. Guests can join local conservationists in the reef-protected waters to release sea turtle hatchlings or explore restored native mangroves. Fragrant local flora, including frangipani and lotus woven among the tiered lagoon pools, reflects this commitment to preservation. Merusaka does more than shelter travellers; it actively protects the very soul of Bali.