I have recently booked a family suite at the HOTEL for three weeks in August. Stayed there once before just before it went from Raddison to Plaza Hotel, It was great, especially the buffet brekkie's.
There are Plenty of posts in the archives about both of these properties which I used to help make a decision before booking with Paradise Plaza (Raddison)again. After reading several recent JBR's we went withthe Hotel and not the Suites even though we are travelling with midgets. Apparently the suites are a looking a bit tire and in need of a bit of TLC like so many places in Bali given the down turn in tourism after the bombing.
Last year we stayed at the Bali Aston In Tanjung Benoa and despite being a "bit tired" (being in need of a thorough paint and a bit of new decor) it was one of the best stays weve had. Staff and service were great.
From recent forum converstaions I can tell you that there are a number of forum members staying at both of these properties next month who have promised JBR's, so if you can, hold off till then before making a decision.