Spa Hotels in Banyuwangi Regency

"Banyuwangi truly is the ultimate ”sanctuary of stillness,” and ÉL Hotel Banyuwangi provides a beautiful, serene backdrop to experience it. I had a wonderful stay overall, and while there are a few areas where the hotel can step up its game, the foundation is absolutely there for this to become an exceptional property. 🏨 The Hardware & Facilities (Top-Notch!) On the physical side of things, the hotel completely delivers. The rooms are comfortable and well-designed, the gym is well-equipped for a holiday workout, and the swimming pool area is beautiful—perfect for soaking in the quiet energy of the region. 🍳 Food & A Soothing Morning Ritual The culinary experience was a highlight. The food quality was solid, and the local flavors were genuinely delicious. But my absolute favorite part of the morning was the outdoor breakfast area, where they offer fish feeding. Watching the fish move gracefully through the water while enjoying breakfast was incredibly calming and set a beautiful, soothing tone for the day. 🌱 Areas for Growth: Service & Sustainability To truly elevate this hotel to a 5-star luxury standard, there are two areas I’d love to see improve: Eco-Friendly Amenities: In a pristine destination like Banyuwangi, sustainability matters. Currently, the hotel is still using single-use plastic containers for bathroom amenities. Shifting toward refillable dispensers or biodegradable alternatives would align beautifully with the natural essence of the area. Staff Guidance: The young team members have incredible potential and are clearly eager, but they just need a bit more structured guidance and hospitality training. With the right leadership, this passionate young staff could easily turn good service into an exceptional guest experience. 🗺️ The Verdict Overall, I will absolutely come back! There is so much promise here, and I have high hopes that the team will take this constructive feedback to heart and continue to polish their service. If you are looking for a peaceful getaway in Banyuwangi, this is still a highly recommended spot. #ElHotelBanyuwangi #BanyuwangiTravel #SanctuaryOfStillness #WonderfulIndonesia #HotelReview #TravelBlogger"

"I was quite surprised during my stay at Hotel Santika Banyuwangi. We booked two rooms, 218 and 219. During our stay, housekeeping staff entered room 218 without us requesting any cleaning service. At the time, we had just gone down for breakfast, and all our personal belongings, including our phones, bags, wallets, laptops, and other valuables, were still in the room. After we inquired, we were told that this was according to their SOP because we had extended our stay. Frankly, that explanation only raised more concerns. Our understanding has always been that occupied rooms should not be entered without permission, except under specific circumstances and after prior notification or consent from the guest. In this case, we received no notification whatsoever. Our main concern isn't just about staff entering the room, but rather the security and privacy of guests. At that moment, all our valuables were still in the room. If anything had gone missing or any undesirable incident had occurred, it would have been very difficult for both the guests and the hotel. If this action is indeed part of the hotel's SOP, then we believe the SOP needs to be re-evaluated as it could potentially cause discomfort and reduce the sense of security for guests who are still legitimately occupying their rooms. Good service standards should always prioritize guests' privacy, security, and rights to the rooms they are using. We kindly request that this incident be seriously investigated and evaluated. We hope that management can provide clarification, review the existing SOP, and provide training to the relevant staff so that similar incidents do not happen to other guests in the future. Thank you for your attention and follow-up."