Lost Lindenberg. Stay near the wild ocean, embrace surfing and satisfy the need for urbanity in middle of the jungle

Lost Lindenberg: floating suites in the jungle with ocean view

The inspiration for the Lost Lindenberg hotel was the magic of the place, its sweet melancholy, the black lava sand, and the magnificent ocean waves. Located near the small Hindu village of Pekutatan on the less touristy western coast of Bali, the resort is not just another honeymoon hotel adorned in rattan but a hidden retreat surrounded by temples, governed by nature and sacred spirits, just a few steps from the famous Medewi Surf Point

Stay suspended between ocean and wild jungle

Built next to tall coconut trees, the towers of Lost Lindenberg host eight suites that offer extraordinary views of the ocean and the jungle and are connected to each other by a so-called Highline: an elevated walkway facing the sea. Alexis Dornier and Studio Jencquel, authors of iconic architectural projects, conceived the hotel with the aim of "giving the sensation of walking in a different world, of resting on a floating ship, elevated and safe, with the wild jungle at the doorstep." Grouped together, the towers form a village among the trees, a small floating city.

Tropical Heat and Evocative Shadows

Lost Lindenberg is designed with great attention to detail, blending tradition with contemporary exaggerations in contrast. The predominant material is wood sourced from sustainable origins, the floors are covered with Bali green stone, and brass is used as an accent throughout the composition. The interiors are warm and inviting with linen fabrics, lava stone, tropical wood, burnt teak, and river stones. The furniture, lamps, ceramic tableware, and almost all accessories are custom-designed by Studio Jencquel. The underlying theme of melancholy and darkness is perceptible in every element.

Immersive Trail through Tropical Gardens and Balinese Meadows

Landscape design is an extension of the architectural footprint (or vice versa). The Highline connecting the towers is actually a continuation of a path that begins in the garden, penetrates the buildings, and ends at the black sand beach. The trail starts at the entrance after the neon installation and first leads through a tropical forest where, among the huge variety of plants, various elements are encountered such as a rock fountain and a bench for meditation. Beyond the forest, the path continues towards "the meadows": a vast area near the reception that extends to the center of the property and where all species of grass available in Bali can be found.

Sensory journey through sacred streams and pandan forests

The landscape changes as you move from one area to another: bundles of river rock channeling rainwater resembling streams; a sacred spring and, next to it, a large river rock carefully positioned between two temples of lava stone; lush bougainvillea surrounding the dining and lounge areas; and finally, a hidden path leading to the beach through a forest of pandan trees.

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Alexis Dornier architect