Amankila
Ultra-luxury Aman clifftop resort, east Bali
Photos: Amankila (via Kiwi Collection)
Amankila is an Aman resort on the cliffs at Manggis in east Bali, above the Lombok Strait and near Candidasa. This is the quiet east coast, well away from the crowds of the south, and the resort is built as free-standing suites terraced into the hillside, each one facing the sea. The setting is the reason to come here: open water on one side, hills behind, and very little else around.
Its signature is a three-tiered infinity pool that steps down the cliff toward the strait, one of the most recognisable pools in Bali. For weddings, the pool terrace holds intimate ceremonies, while the Coconut Grove and the private Beach Club take larger celebrations, up to around 250 seated and about 350 for cocktails. You can keep a small ceremony at the top of the cliff or bring a bigger party down to the beach.
We treat Amankila as a match for couples who want an ultra-luxury wedding on a stretch of coast most visitors never reach, with Aman service and an ocean backdrop that needs almost no styling. Costs sit at the top end and are quoted per wedding, depending on the venue, your guest count, and catering. We pull a current, itemised quote from the resort for your date, and reconfirm room counts and capacities, so the numbers are clear before you commit.
Key details
Ceremony & reception spaces
Why we love it
An Aman on the cliffs of east Bali
Amankila is one of the Aman resorts, set on the cliffs at Manggis above the Lombok Strait, well away from the busier south. Its free-standing suites are terraced into the hillside, each facing the sea, which is the backdrop for the whole day.
The three-tiered pool
The resort's signature is a three-level infinity pool stepping down the cliff toward the water, one of the most recognisable pools in Bali. Ceremonies on the pool terrace sit against that and the open strait beyond.
From intimate to a real celebration
Small ceremonies work on the pool terrace, while the Coconut Grove and the private Beach Club take larger receptions, up to around 250 seated and 350 for cocktails. You can keep it intimate at the top or bring the party down to the beach.
What the venue offers
- Aman clifftop resort at Manggis, east Bali, near Candidasa
- Free-standing suites terraced into the hillside, all facing the sea
- Signature three-tiered infinity pool over the Lombok Strait
- Coconut Grove for garden ceremonies above the sea
- Private beach and Beach Club for beachfront receptions
- Receptions up to around 250 seated, 350 cocktails
- Full Aman service, dining, and spa on site
Where it is
Amankila · Jl. Raya Manggis, Manggis, Karangasem Regency, East Bali
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Common questions
Where exactly is Amankila?+
It sits on the cliffs at Manggis in Karangasem Regency, east Bali, above the Lombok Strait and near Candidasa and Padangbai. This is the quiet east coast, roughly 90 minutes to two hours from Ngurah Rai Airport, well away from Seminyak and the south.
How many guests can Amankila host?+
Intimate ceremonies work on the main pool terrace, while the Coconut Grove and Beach Club take larger receptions, up to around 250 seated and about 350 for cocktails depending on the setup. We confirm exact capacities and fees with the resort for your date.
What is the three-tiered pool?+
Amankila's signature is a three-level infinity pool that steps down the cliff toward the sea, one of the most photographed pools in Bali. The main pool terrace is one of the ceremony settings, with the open Lombok Strait beyond.
What does a wedding at Amankila cost?+
Amankila is an ultra-luxury Aman resort, and costs depend on which venue you use, your guest count, and catering. Prices are quoted per wedding and sit at the top end. We gather a current, itemised quote from the resort for your date and numbers.
