Jl. Tirta Tawar, Banjar Kutuh Kaja, Ubud, Indonesia | (937) 315-4602
Beautiful complex of luxurious villas set on lush grounds
Large suites and villas have tasteful design and private gardens
Two gorgeous outdoor pools are tranquil
Wellness center includes a spa and yoga studio (for private booking)
Restaurant serves tasty Balinese and Asian dishes
Butler service is included, and room service is also available
Freebies include Wi-Fi, shuttle into Ubud, breakfast, and afternoon tea
Not within walking distance of Ubud's center
Jungle setting may not be enjoyable for some
No fitness center
The 17-room Purist Villas and Spa is a luxurious property that offers a quiet jungle respite beyond the center of Ubud. Owned by an architect and an interior designer, the resort masterfully combines modern conveniences with traditional Balinese and Indonesian art and architecture. A compact facility with a tropical vibe, the hotel has a lovely restaurant that serves local and international dishes, as well as free breakfast and afternoon tea. The lush grounds include two beautiful outdoor pools, and there's an Ayurvedic-based spa in which to relax and unwind, as well as a yoga studio available for private classes. Spacious suites and villas feature simple and elegant decor and a host of modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Plus, many of the luxurious villas have private pools. Travelers might also want to compare rates with similar properties nearby, such as the Wapa di Ume Resort and Spa or Kamandalu Ubud.
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Scene
Luxurious resort combines natural colors, modern furniture, and traditional art with lush grounds
The Purist, like many Balinese resorts, celebrates nature and combines it with Balinese-style architecture and decor to create a serene, organic atmosphere. There are small ponds and rocky pools along pathways meandering through the lush grounds, which are filled with greenery, tropical plants, and palm trees. Though not an overly large property, there are two outdoor pools at the Purist, both beautiful infinity-style rectangles. Cushioned loungers overlook the pools and gardens, which have a jungle landscape (though this wilderness might not suit all tastes). The Purist exudes a quiet calm, and guests note a peaceful secluded feeling, even when the hotel is well booked. The reception area is a set of open-air pavilions with grey stone floors and a long, beautiful check-in desk and simple white couches, while surrounding shelves and tables display traditional Balinese artwork and sculpture. Ubud is an area known for its traditional arts and dance, and the resort celebrates this history in its decor.
Location
Near the botanical gardens and a short drive to center of Ubud
While not on the outskirts of town, the Purist is not quite near the center of Ubud's action either. To reach the town center will take a long (approximately 25-minute) walk or a short five- to 10-minute car ride. Taxis to town are relatively inexpensive and the hotel also runs a free shuttle to and from Ubud. Surrounding the property there is little beyond greenery and babbling brooks, though there is one restaurant within walking distance and the botanical gardens are about a seven-minute walk away. Ubud is known for its iconic landscapes of rainforest and Hindu temples and shrines dotted among terraced rice paddies, and the hotel can assist in scheduling tours to experience the local attractions. The Ngurah Rai International Airport is over an hour away.
Rooms
Large villas and suites with simple, elegant decor and a host of amenities, including private pools in some
The suites and villas at the Purist are large and tastefully appointed with a simple elegance. Even the smallest rooms, the Valley Suites, are spacious and have private garden space. The design of the rooms, and the resort at large, has the feel of a spa, with soft colors and simple lines infused with natural elements. Though rooms have modern reading lamps, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, iPod docks, minibars, and coffeemakers, there remains a sense of historic authenticity in the spaces thanks to the Balinese sculptures and artwork, such as ceramic basins and large traditional murals. Bathrooms are impressive in both size and design, with lovely stone tubs, separate walk-in showers, and marble sink basins. Villas are significantly larger, with separate bedrooms and living areas, plus more outdoor lounge space including private dipping pools. All rooms also include Wi-Fi accessibility and butler service, plus free breakfast and afternoon tea.
Features
Two beautiful pools, Ayurvedic-based spa, yoga studio, restaurant, and freebies including Wi-Fi, breakfast, and afternoon tea -- but no gym
The Purist has two beautiful, large outdoor pools, which are well integrated into the garden greenery and surrounded by sundecks with padded loungers and umbrellas. There is an Ayurvedic-based spa that offers beauty and body treatments, as well as a yoga studio for private classes (there are yoga mats in all guest rooms as well). The hotel has its own restaurant, generally well-regarded for its mix of local and international options, with an outdoor patio that overlooks one of the pools. Drinks and tapas are available during off-meal hours, and a lovely breakfast and afternoon tea are included in all room rates. Wi-Fi is free and the hotel provides shuttles into Ubud.
