Perched dramatically above the Indian Ocean, Karma Kandara doesn’t clamor for attention—it seduces with quiet confidence. Its cliffside villas, sweeping panoramas, and the effortless nonchalance that only true luxury exudes, all conspire to draw you ever closer to the edge—then gently nudge you over. Just below, Karma Beach awaits: vibrant, playful, and endlessly rewarding.
The journey begins with a flourish. Guests board the resort’s private hill tram, a sleek carriage that glides down the limestone cliff face, Champagne in hand. It’s a moment to savour, with the sun warming your face, the soundtrack of waves below, and di Mare Restaurant or Temple Lounge ready to serve you a chilled libation even before you arrive. No clambering down steep steps—just an uninterrupted descent into pleasure.
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At the base, Karma Beach reveals a captivating quartet of experiences. Le Club 22 brings the seductive glamour of the Côte d’Azur to Bali, perfect for languid afternoons or a golden-hour aperitif. The Phoenix Bar pulses with beachfront energy, its resident DJs setting a sun-kissed soundtrack. Meanwhile, the Tiki Bar tempts with tropical concoctions best enjoyed with sand between your toes.
But Karma Beach is more than just a pretty place—it’s a living stage. Tuesdays unfold under the stars with Dinner Theatre, where curated menus meet cult-classic films. Fridays smoulder with a Beachside Barbecue, rich with convivial smoke and spice. Saturdays belong to fire dancers whose hypnotic performances illuminate the shoreline, while Sundays ease into Sax on the Beach, live jazz floating across a blushing sky. Come weekends, Phoenix Bar turns up the dial with international DJs spinning from the sand.
Then there’s The Beach Shack, an irresistible new chapter. Half perched on a rustic deck, half anchored in the sand, it delivers something delightfully unexpected: vibrant Indian flavours just steps from the surf. Drawing inspiration from Goa’s beach shacks—and a nod to Karma Group’s own Indian roots—it’s soulful, exuberant, and disarmingly relaxed.
