Amanjiwo means 'peaceful soul' in the local tongue, which feels entirely apt given this property's privileged location overlooking one of Indonesia's most enigmatic temple complexes. Aman's revered architect Ed Tuttle drew inspiration from Borobudur itself, fashioning the buildings to mimic their illustrious neighbour with their colonnaded walkways, domed stupas and central rotunda. Heavily understated rooms and suites have vast beds raised on pillared plinths and outdoor soaking tubs flanked by thatched bales; the very best with panoramic windows framing Borobudur and the surrounding sacred volcanoes like a watercolour.
A 40-metre swimming pool sits to the side of the resort with entrancing views of rice fields and Borobudur Temple in the distance. Guided tennis lessons are available at Amanjiwo’s private court and sunrise yoga sessions offer a perfect outlet to unwind in this most tranquil of landscapes. Aman's spa is small but discreet, offering traditional therapies such as Javanese Pijat massages, soothing herbal baths and turmeric, honey and rice scrubs.
