1.) Citadines Berawa Beach is a 4-star apart-hotel that offers a perfect blend of high-end hotel services and the convenience of apartment living. It is one of the most popular stays in the Berawa area (the neighbor to Batu Bolong).

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Why it’s great for Surfers:

• Walking Distance to Surf: It is only a 3-minute walk (approx. 200 meters) to Berawa Beach.
• The Surf Spot: Berawa Beach is excellent for beginners and intermediates. It has a sandy bottom with some scattered rocks, but it generally offers long, workable waves that are slightly less crowded than Batu Bolong.
• Rooftop Surf Check: You can head up to the rooftop infinity pool in the morning to check the wave sets and the wind conditions before walking down to the sand.

Hotel Highlights:

• The Rooms: Most units come with a kitchenette, which is perfect if you like to prepare your own healthy pre-surf breakfast or keep drinks cold.
• Pet-Friendly: It is one of the very few high-end hotels in Bali that allows you to stay with your pets.
• Facilities: * Two swimming pools (one on the rooftop, one on the ground floor).
  • A fitness center and a dedicated yoga deck.
  • A kids’ club, making it a great choice for families.
• Prime Social Location: It is located right next to Finns Beach Club and Atlas Beach Fest, and surrounded by famous cafes like Milk & Madu and Peloton Supershop.

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Quick Comparison: Citadines vs. DAMAI

Feature	Citadines Berawa	DAMAI Batu Bolong
Area	Berawa (Modern/Upscale)	Batu Bolong (Trendy/Busy)
Room Style	Apartment with Kitchenette	Boutique Hotel Room
Vibe	Professional & Family-friendly	Social & Minimalist-Chic
Walk to Beach	~3 Minutes	~2 Minutes

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Pro-Tips for Berawa:

1. Board Rentals: There are several local board rental shacks directly in front of the beach path from Citadines. You can usually negotiate a weekly rate if you plan to surf every day.
2. Beach Clubs: Since you are staying so close to Finns, you can walk over for a sunset drink after your afternoon surf session.
3. Transport: If you want to visit Batu Bolong (the other surf spot we discussed), it is just a 10-minute scooter ride or a 15-minute walk along the beach sand.