Gajah Biru Bungalows is a three-pearl boutique hotel in the artist's village of Penestanan, about a 20-minute walk or 10-minute free shuttle ride from Ubud Palace. The hotel features an outdoor pool in a lush tropical garden, plus an on-site spa and free breakfast featuring Indonesian, Indian, and Western items. All 12 rooms are spacious suites and villas housed in bungalows, and all come with balconies or terraces, living and dining areas, minibars, and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Free Wi-Fi is available in some areas of the hotel, and lunch and dinner aren't offered. Those exploring nearby options could consider De Munut Balinese Resort, which has similar features and rates, but rooms at Gajah Biru are bigger and have more local charm.
Gajah Biru Bungalows is a three-pearl boutique hotel in the artist's village of Penestanan, about a 20-minute walk or 10-minute free shuttle ride from Ubud Palace. The hotel features an outdoor pool in a lush tropical garden, plus an on-site spa and free breakfast featuring Indonesian, Indian, and Western items. All 12 rooms are spacious suites and villas housed in bungalows, and all come with balconies or terraces, living and dining areas, minibars, and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Free Wi-Fi is available in some areas of the hotel, and lunch and dinner aren't offered. Those exploring nearby options could consider De Munut Balinese Resort, which has similar features and rates, but rooms at Gajah Biru are bigger and have more local charm.
Offering just five apartment-like rooms and lofts overlooking quiet rice fields, Luxe Villas Bali feels like an intimate getaway from Ubud’s tourist center, while still being within a 20-minute walk. The upscale hotel is an incredibly sleek blend of natural and modern materials, and provides a lovely outdoor pool. Water purification systems make the tap water drinkable, butler service and private yoga sessions are available in rooms, and the restaurant offers seven-course tasting menus plus free breakfast and afternoon tea. Guests even get cell phones to call for motorcycle pick-ups when out on the town. Note that kids under the age of 15 aren't allowed here. De Munut Balinese Resort has a similar -- but less upscale -- aesthetic for significantly lower rates.
Offering just five apartment-like rooms and lofts overlooking quiet rice fields, Luxe Villas Bali feels like an intimate getaway from Ubud’s tourist center, while still being within a 20-minute walk. The upscale hotel is an incredibly sleek blend of natural and modern materials, and provides a lovely outdoor pool. Water purification systems make the tap water drinkable, butler service and private yoga sessions are available in rooms, and the restaurant offers seven-course tasting menus plus free breakfast and afternoon tea. Guests even get cell phones to call for motorcycle pick-ups when out on the town. Note that kids under the age of 15 aren't allowed here. De Munut Balinese Resort has a similar -- but less upscale -- aesthetic for significantly lower rates.
The three-pearl Swasti Eco Cottages is a secluded eco-friendly hotel in the quiet village of Nyuh Kuning, a five-minute walk from the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. It takes 10 minutes to reach central Ubud by car, though a walkable shortcut through the monkey forest is available on days that it's open as well. Features include a freeform outdoor pool, a spa, yoga and dance classes, and a restaurant that sources produce from the hotel's organic garden. In keeping with the back-to-nature feel of the hotel, the 14 rooms and bungalows have an eco-chic look -- with plenty of natural wood, stone, and bamboo -- but have no TVs. Wi-Fi is also limited. The hotel is comparable in quality to the nearby Mawa House, but has a more explicitly eco-conscious atmosphere.
The three-pearl Swasti Eco Cottages is a secluded eco-friendly hotel in the quiet village of Nyuh Kuning, a five-minute walk from the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. It takes 10 minutes to reach central Ubud by car, though a walkable shortcut through the monkey forest is available on days that it's open as well. Features include a freeform outdoor pool, a spa, yoga and dance classes, and a restaurant that sources produce from the hotel's organic garden. In keeping with the back-to-nature feel of the hotel, the 14 rooms and bungalows have an eco-chic look -- with plenty of natural wood, stone, and bamboo -- but have no TVs. Wi-Fi is also limited. The hotel is comparable in quality to the nearby Mawa House, but has a more explicitly eco-conscious atmosphere.
Set against the jungle in a quiet neighborhood that's a 10-minute walk from central Ubud, the Bisma Eight is a gorgeous, luxury boutique catering to couples and honeymooners. Thirty-eight beautiful suites feature a hip mix of Balinese and industrial design, and are equipped with large flat-screen TV, huge handcrafted wooden tubs, and free Wi-Fi. The infinity pool offers sweeping views of the surrounding jungle, a few wooden cabanas, and waiter service. The rooftop restaurant serves an excellent farm-to-table menu with ingredients from its own garden, and the adjacent lounge is a popular spot for an intimate nightcap. There are free yoga classes every morning, but the hotel lacks a spa, which is a rarity in Bali. As an alternative, the adult-only Royal Kamuela offers one-bedroom villas with private pools for about the same price.
Set against the jungle in a quiet neighborhood that's a 10-minute walk from central Ubud, the Bisma Eight is a gorgeous, luxury boutique catering to couples and honeymooners. Thirty-eight beautiful suites feature a hip mix of Balinese and industrial design, and are equipped with large flat-screen TV, huge handcrafted wooden tubs, and free Wi-Fi. The infinity pool offers sweeping views of the surrounding jungle, a few wooden cabanas, and waiter service. The rooftop restaurant serves an excellent farm-to-table menu with ingredients from its own garden, and the adjacent lounge is a popular spot for an intimate nightcap. There are free yoga classes every morning, but the hotel lacks a spa, which is a rarity in Bali. As an alternative, the adult-only Royal Kamuela offers one-bedroom villas with private pools for about the same price.
Villa Sibandari is an adult-only, three-and-a-half-pearl hotel that's a 15-minute walk from downtown Ubud. Views of nearby rice fields feature large, and are available from most rooms to the sleek infinity pool. The hotel's modern style tastefully combines with Balinese decor with contemporary elements, and the six rooms have features that can range from outdoor showers to stone outdoor soaking tubs. Free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning come standard, but there are no TVs in most. A great breakfast and afternoon tea are included, though the restaurant doesn't serve dinner. Additional facilities include a boutique spa, a small library, and free bikes. For a stylish option that's better for families, check out the KajaNe Mua Private Villa & mansion, which has slightly lower rates.
Villa Sibandari is an adult-only, three-and-a-half-pearl hotel that's a 15-minute walk from downtown Ubud. Views of nearby rice fields feature large, and are available from most rooms to the sleek infinity pool. The hotel's modern style tastefully combines with Balinese decor with contemporary elements, and the six rooms have features that can range from outdoor showers to stone outdoor soaking tubs. Free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning come standard, but there are no TVs in most. A great breakfast and afternoon tea are included, though the restaurant doesn't serve dinner. Additional facilities include a boutique spa, a small library, and free bikes. For a stylish option that's better for families, check out the KajaNe Mua Private Villa & mansion, which has slightly lower rates.
Kenanga Boutique Hotel is a 21-room, four-pearl property located in the rice fields north of Ubud. The rustic-chic rooms and bungalows feature a blend of contemporary and traditional features with private terraces or patios overlooking rice fields. The hotel has an excellent restaurant that can serve a romantic, private dinner in the rice fields, and basic spa services are available. The drive to Ubud takes 10 minutes, but there isn't much in the immediate vicinity beyond a few similar boutique properties and restaurants. Peace-seeking couples and honeymooners flock to Kengana, but those seeking an equally intimate choice closer to town should consider The Samara, though rooms have slightly less character.
Kenanga Boutique Hotel is a 21-room, four-pearl property located in the rice fields north of Ubud. The rustic-chic rooms and bungalows feature a blend of contemporary and traditional features with private terraces or patios overlooking rice fields. The hotel has an excellent restaurant that can serve a romantic, private dinner in the rice fields, and basic spa services are available. The drive to Ubud takes 10 minutes, but there isn't much in the immediate vicinity beyond a few similar boutique properties and restaurants. Peace-seeking couples and honeymooners flock to Kengana, but those seeking an equally intimate choice closer to town should consider The Samara, though rooms have slightly less character.
The 34-room Bali Spirit is a charming three-pearl hotel with a lovely jungle setting, a 10-minute drive from downtown Ubud. Although it's starting to look a little old and worn in some areas, the property is peaceful and has beautiful grounds that include two quiet pools surrounded by greenery, a simple spa with jungle views, and a restaurant housed in an open pavilion by the river. The free breakfast buffet includes hot Indonesian and Western items. Rooms are spacious and clean, and have flat-screen TVs, free (but sometimes spotty) Wi-Fi, and balconies with jungle or garden views. Some bathrooms are basic, with wet room-style showers and curtains that don’t go all the way to the floor. As an alternative, Lumbung Sari Cottages has larger rooms and a more central location.
The 34-room Bali Spirit is a charming three-pearl hotel with a lovely jungle setting, a 10-minute drive from downtown Ubud. Although it's starting to look a little old and worn in some areas, the property is peaceful and has beautiful grounds that include two quiet pools surrounded by greenery, a simple spa with jungle views, and a restaurant housed in an open pavilion by the river. The free breakfast buffet includes hot Indonesian and Western items. Rooms are spacious and clean, and have flat-screen TVs, free (but sometimes spotty) Wi-Fi, and balconies with jungle or garden views. Some bathrooms are basic, with wet room-style showers and curtains that don’t go all the way to the floor. As an alternative, Lumbung Sari Cottages has larger rooms and a more central location.
The three-and-a-half-pearl FuramaXclusive Villas & Spa Ubud is a lovely away-from-it-all escape, though don't expect easy access to any sights or towns. It's a 25-minute drive from the center of Ubud, tucked amid rice fields, and the vibe is tranquil throughout. The 18 villas are private and modern, with details like canopy beds and dark colors, plus outdoor living rooms and massive bathrooms. They do look a bit tired in spots. Most open onto a shared Lagoon Pool and have wading pools, though Family Villas come with private pools. The small spa has four treatment rooms, and a scheduled shuttle runs into Ubud five times daily. Travelers preferring to be closer to central Ubud might consider KajaNe Mua Private Villa & Mansion instead, which is a bit more polished.
The three-and-a-half-pearl FuramaXclusive Villas & Spa Ubud is a lovely away-from-it-all escape, though don't expect easy access to any sights or towns. It's a 25-minute drive from the center of Ubud, tucked amid rice fields, and the vibe is tranquil throughout. The 18 villas are private and modern, with details like canopy beds and dark colors, plus outdoor living rooms and massive bathrooms. They do look a bit tired in spots. Most open onto a shared Lagoon Pool and have wading pools, though Family Villas come with private pools. The small spa has four treatment rooms, and a scheduled shuttle runs into Ubud five times daily. Travelers preferring to be closer to central Ubud might consider KajaNe Mua Private Villa & Mansion instead, which is a bit more polished.
The Samara is a family-run, upper-middle-range hotel with just a handful of rooms (six rooms and one villa) within walking distance of Ubud's center. It's set in lush countryside, surrounded by paddy fields, but guests have to walk a quarter mile from the road to the entrance. There is a peaceful outdoor pool with lounge chairs and both bikes and scooters are available for rent. Rooms are smart, clean, and modern with fun roofless showers and bathrobes -- though rooms can be small and have little or no Wi-Fi signal. Overall, it's a friendly and charming resort in a lovely setting, although rates are on the high side.
The Samara is a family-run, upper-middle-range hotel with just a handful of rooms (six rooms and one villa) within walking distance of Ubud's center. It's set in lush countryside, surrounded by paddy fields, but guests have to walk a quarter mile from the road to the entrance. There is a peaceful outdoor pool with lounge chairs and both bikes and scooters are available for rent. Rooms are smart, clean, and modern with fun roofless showers and bathrobes -- though rooms can be small and have little or no Wi-Fi signal. Overall, it's a friendly and charming resort in a lovely setting, although rates are on the high side.
Ubud is no longer an idyllic village, but the vibe at three-pearl Ananda Cottages convincingly preserves that once-tranquil past. Situated a five-minute drive from the traffic-clogged heart of town, there are just a few shops and restaurants nearby. The tradeoff? Peace and quiet across the hotel's grounds, which are laced with jungle and rice fields. The 83 rooms are humble and rustic, but spacious and clean, outfitted with air-conditioning, terraces, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. There are free laughter yoga classes twice a week, multiple pools, and several yoga studios that are popular with visiting groups. The restaurant serves Indonesian and international fare, as well as a breakfast buffet. Travelers wanting to be closer to Ubud's center might consider Ketut's Place instead, though it lacks a full-service restaurant and in-room TVs.
Ubud is no longer an idyllic village, but the vibe at three-pearl Ananda Cottages convincingly preserves that once-tranquil past. Situated a five-minute drive from the traffic-clogged heart of town, there are just a few shops and restaurants nearby. The tradeoff? Peace and quiet across the hotel's grounds, which are laced with jungle and rice fields. The 83 rooms are humble and rustic, but spacious and clean, outfitted with air-conditioning, terraces, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. There are free laughter yoga classes twice a week, multiple pools, and several yoga studios that are popular with visiting groups. The restaurant serves Indonesian and international fare, as well as a breakfast buffet. Travelers wanting to be closer to Ubud's center might consider Ketut's Place instead, though it lacks a full-service restaurant and in-room TVs.