In Reply to: Lovina info please posted by rhon on Saturday, 6. November 2004 at 16:44 Bali Time:
Just in case you haven't got definate booking yet for the Sol Lovina - myself & many others think that Rambutan Cottages is definately one of THE best places in Lovina.It's right in town but 1 street back from any noise.The grounds,gardens,pools,restaurant,breakfast,rooms & staff are fantastic.We wouldn't stay anywhere else these days.The rooms range from real budget > total luxury.
Lovina is a lot slower pace than the hectic Southern beach areas but that is the beauty of it.There are a few shops only but they are great.Some great cafes & restuarants with terrific prices - mainly in Kalibukbuk.
We have stayed out of town before but never would again.Lovina is not like down South where if you are out of town standing on the side of the road that you get 101 offers for transport.There are a few places to change money & they are honest but you do get a considerably lower rate than down South so we tend to change it before we get there.
Some of the fun things other than totally relaxing & doing nothing are snorkelling,dolphin tours,walking along the beaches,bit of of town - going to the Hot Springs,Buddhist temple,waterfalls hike,Coffee plantations ( scenic drive through the mountains)drive around the lakes,visit to the Botanic Gardens,market visit or a trip to Singaraja.You can be as active or as quiet as you want to in Lovina - the choice is yours alone.
If you have anymore questions please feel free to ask.