The Residence Bintan - Kawal

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The Residence Bintan - Kawal
Kampung Galang Batang, Gunung Kijang Bintan, Kepulauan Riau,Indonesia, Kawal, Indonesia, 29153·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Staff9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.4
Facilities9.3
Value for money8.8
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples30%
Groups8%
Solo7%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Staff9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.4
Facilities9.3
Value for money8.8
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples30%
Groups8%
Solo7%

5-star beachfront resort on Bintan with private-pool villas

Rooms & Villas

The Residence Bintan offers 127 villas, each with a private outdoor deck and pool. Select units are beachfront villas that provide direct access to the private beach. All rooms come with two bicycles for moving around the 70-hectare property.

Dining & Food Sourcing

The Residence Bintan operates three restaurants, including Rica Rica, which serves Indonesian dishes made with locally-grown ingredients. The Dining Room provides all-day dining with Western and Indonesian menus plus daily breakfast buffets. The resort grows produce in its own permaculture garden, and honey from on-site stingless bees is served at breakfast.

Wellness & Activities

ila Spa offers facials, body wraps, massages, and steam room access, plus yoga classes in a dedicated space. Kakatu Kids Club runs daily island activities such as treasure hunts, cooking classes, and animal feeding at the farm. Guests can use the infinity pool, fitness centre, and water sports equipment including kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.

On-Site Experiences

The resort has a permaculture farm where guests can feed rabbits, collect chicken eggs, and taste local honey. Guided firefly tours are operated by a local partner who takes guests to nearby mangroves. Other paid activities include banana boat rides, ATV trails, and snorkelling trips to Mapur Island.

Family & Children

The Kakatu Kids Club welcomes children aged 5 and above with activities such as batik painting, cookie making, and egg collection. The resort provides baby equipment like cots, sterilizers, baby bathtubs, and mosquito nets upon request. A kids' pool, indoor play area, and outdoor playground are available on the property.

  • Location: 1.5 hours from BBT ferry terminal, secluded 70-hectare property
  • Rooms: 127 villas with private outdoor decks and pools
  • Dining: 3 on-site restaurants including Rica Rica and Rimbun
  • Wellness: ila Spa with treatments, yoga sessions, and steam room
  • Activities: Kakatu Kids Club, permaculture farm tours, firefly tours
  • Target audience: Families with children, couples, and corporate retreats

Licence number: 55111,8120108931431

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:30
from 08:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs IDR 250000.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:126
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Rooms and availability

One Bedroom Upper Garden Suite
  • Room size:

    58 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
One-Bedroom Garden Terrace
  • Room size:

    84 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
One-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
  • Room size:

    80 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Children's pool

Kids club

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Archery
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
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Essential information about The Residence Bintan

💵 Lowest room price 145 £
📏 Distance to centre 7.3 km
✈️ Distance to airport 20.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kijang, TNJ

Location

Kampung Galang Batang, Gunung Kijang Bintan, Kepulauan Riau,Indonesia, Kawal, Indonesia, 29153
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Restaurant
LooLa Restaurant
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FAQ about The Residence Bintan

How far is the city centre from the 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel?
The 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel is located in the Gunung Kijang district.
What is the closest airport to the The Residence Bintan hotel?
Kijang airport is located within a 36-minute drive (25 km) from the The Residence Bintan hotel.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to The Residence Bintan hotel?
Airport shuttle which will take you to The Residence Bintan hotel with a 36-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can I leave my car in the resort parking lot for free?
Yes, the resort provides parking spaces for free.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 5-star The Residence Bintan?
Guests of the 5-star The Residence Bintan can check in from 15:00 to 22:30 and check out from 08:00.
What are the booking prices at the The Residence Bintan?
The prices at the The Residence Bintan start from $195.
What payment methods are accepted in The Residence Bintan?
Payment methods in The Residence Bintan include:
  • сash
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the resort offer?
The resort offers such room types as Deluxe One-Bedroom Villa, One-Bedroom Beachfront Villa, and One-Bedroom Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel?
Most rooms of the 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • a personal safe
  • a wardrobe
  • a mini-bar
  • coffee/tea making equipment
  • a sitting area
  • a flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • a clothes rack
  • a safe deposit box
  • climate control
Which facilities are provided in the 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel?
Top locations of the 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel include baggage storage and a barber shop, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
What spa facilities are provided at the 5-star The Residence Bintan?
At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the 5-star The Residence Bintan guests can receive such spa procedures as body wraps, body scrub, and body treatments. Additionally, a treatment room and a steam room are offered on-site.
Do you have a pool at the 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel?
Yes, the 5-star The Residence Bintan hotel features an outdoor pool area.
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