In Reply to: Amed/Accomodation posted by Bob on Wednesday, 10. May 2006 at 11:46 Bali Time:
Vienna Beach, Coral View and Hidden Paradise, all on the beach, and enjoyed them all. We've also seen very good reports of Bayu Cottages, which although not right on the beach, is close enough.
Good safe close in snorkeling right in front of Vienna Beach [and handy to the other places mentioned]. Live coral and lots of fish. The conditions can vary with the tide, so hope you strike it lucky.
Have a look at Good Karma whilst you're in the area. The kids will probably love it. Just a quick drive from Lipah village where the other hotels mentioned are. Possibly the only downside is that you have to make this quick drive if you want the good variety of warungs in Lipah.
If you're coming in from Candidasa to the south, come up the coast road past Ujung Water Palace. Great undulating coastal scenery. And when you leave, take the inland road past the wonderful mountain and rice terrace scenery and Tirtagangga Water Palace.