Running since 1966, the 11-storey hotel remains the tallest commercial accommodation ever built on the island, just a few years before the Tri Hita Karana building philosophy
was introduced (no building should exceed 15 meters high, or as high as the tallest palm-tree). Room number 327 is worth mentioning since it is still considered the special residence of the late Soekarno, Indonesia’s first president. Even now his suits, kris and other belongings are taken care of daily by a Balinese spiritual guru. Coffee and snacks are still ushered to the room every single day, as if Soekarno never left it, ever. Once in 1993 a fire engulfed the whole hotel, and 327 was the only room left unscathed. In addition, this hotel also boasts cottage 2401. It’s believed to be the home of Indonesian legendary spirit Nyai Roro Kidul, aka the queen of the southern sea of Java. These rooms are open to the public every Thursday evening, with some
exceptions.