Aman

Amankila

Manggis, East Bali

The verdict

Perched on a lush hillside beneath sacred Mount Agung with sweeping Lombok Strait views, Amankila delivers transcendent East Bali weddings blending royal heritage and spiritual depth. Stilted suites and cascading infinity pools frame intimate ceremonies, while black-sand beach receptions under starlit skies weave Balinese rituals like Penjor blessings and Legong dances into unforgettable multi-day retreats. The resort's serene exclusivity and intuitive service make it Asia's premier clifftop sanctuary for couples seeking profound, culturally immersive celebrations.

The seven-axis profile

Property profile

Composite 6.6/10
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Score breakdown

  • Villa Quality
    Suite/villa product, materials, plunge pools, indoor-outdoor flow.
    8
  • Spa Depth
    Spa size, treatment depth, hammams, signature programs, wellness clinic.
    7
  • Privacy
    Density, walls, beach exclusivity. 10 = private island or villa estate.
    8
  • Beach Quality
    Sand, swimmability, reef, surf-free. 1–3 if no beach.
    8
  • Family Friendly
    1 = strictly adults-only feel, 10 = best-in-class kids club.
    6
  • Easy Transfer
    10 = airport <30 min by car. 1 = seaplane + boat or 4hr drive.
    8
  • Loyalty Value
    Points redemption + status perks. 1 = independent, 10 = great brand value.
    1

Ceremony venues

  • Main pool overlooking Lombok S

    Main pool overlooking Lombok Strait

  • Coconut Grove

    Coconut Grove

  • private beach

    relaxed style

  • Amankila Suite poolside at sun

    Amankila Suite poolside at sunset (smaller groups)

Multi-day program

  1. 01

    Day 1: Welcome beach barbecue; Day 2: Purifying rituals/yoga, sunset ceremony (pool/beach), reception (Terrace/Coconut Grove with Legong); Day 3: East Bali tours/snorkeling, farewell poolside dinner.

The planning team

Resort events team excels in seamless execution of multi-day celebrations, incorporating Balinese traditions with bespoke curation from trusted florists, musicians, and chefs; full assistance on legal docs and every detail.

What's included

In-house

  • venues
  • Balinese rituals/music/dance
  • catering (Indonesian/international)
  • spa/yoga
  • excursions (tours
  • water sports)

Bespoke

  • photographers
  • florists
  • external entertainment

Ready to scope a wedding here?

Tell us your dates, party size, and ceremony preferences. We come back with a private brief: lead time, hold-deposit windows, planner introductions.

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