UBUD This is the BaliDave.com guide to the
best hotels in Ubud. Ubud is the cultural heart of Bali, surrounded by rice paddies, and local
countryside, though not located on any beachfront. Here you can find tons of great dining choices,
health retreats, cultural performances, and many hotels with stunningly gorgeous landscapes.
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We start with the gorgeous Four Seasons, in the lush Sayan River valley, with audible
water flowing through it below. The infinity pool sits above the river, blending seamlessly with
the surrounding jungle. On the hillside above, the main spaceship-like building that houses 2
restaurants, the immaculate spa, and boutique hover over manicured rice paddies and coconut
groves that cover the stunning hotel grounds. Just north of central Ubud, The Viceroy is
a romantic, award-winning boutique resort. It also sits along a river valley, with the
sound of rushing water audible from below, and vast views of the surrounding emerald forest,
with a spectacular infinity pool at the center of it all. The hotel features one of Bali’s finest
restaurants, Apettif, incorporating ingredients from the on-site spice garden and greenhouse.
Just down the road in the same pristine valley is the luxurious Kamandalu. Landscaped like a
traditional village with rice paddies and terraces, it’s a great choice for
both families and honeymooners. At the center of it all is a beautiful infinity pool, and
each of the individually designed villas feature traditional decorations and elegant furniture.
Close to the center of Ubud yet outlying enough to still be surrounded by terraced rice paddies and
juicy forest, is a collection of excellent hotels along peaceful Jalan Bisma street.
Let’s start with Komaneka Bisma, surrounded by natural beauty and yet somehow located
in central Ubud. The reception area and accomodation hover over the lush valley,
where emerald pools and a luxurious spa are surrounded by rice paddy and papaya groves,
and suites and villas enjoy stunning balcony views out over the verdant landscape.
The expansive Tejaprana Bisma has arguably the finest location in central Ubud. It’s quiet,
intimate vibe, is extremely romantic, and each villa is elegantly decorated. The
infinity pool is one of central Ubud’s finest, together with an excellent bar and restaurant,
the spa is top notch, and the entire grounds are surrounded by lush forest and dramatic views.
Just up the street, in the tree canopy, Bisma Eight is a fashionable and elegant
choice. The stunning rooftop infinity pool looks out over a jungly valley,
while the modern suites below enjoy the same amazing views.
Goya is another boutique hotel with an exquisite infinity pool that looks out
over the forest canopy, and stylish rooms on the floors below share the
same view. The hotel is covered in Balinese crafts and art works,
and the hotel’s walkways are lined with lush palm trees and bamboo.
Royal Kamuela is a modern, classy resort, with a stream flowing through the center of it.
The front entrance leads right out to a busy area of shops and dining while
the back side is a quieter zone of rice paddies and other luxury resorts. There’s
a giant pool just outside the rooms, and additional private villas are hidden
among manicured gardens. Rates here are often not as high as probably expected.
Though located right in busy, central Ubud, popular Alaya is a deceptively large luxury hotel
with beautifully landscaped grounds. The pool area is an oasis of tranquility, with an exquisite
spa adjacent. Large rooms here feature stylish Balinese decor, there are multiple restaurants
to choose from, and Ubud’s shopping and cultural attractions are just beyond the front entrance.
Alam Indah, on the edge of the Monkey Forest is an affordable treasure of a hotel. It’s
packed with traditional charm and beauty, featuring just 10 uniquely designed bungalows.
The grounds feature stunning gardens filled with sculptures and fountains, all above a glorious
pool deck on the top of a wooded ravine. Its a perfectly isolated location on the edge of a small
village, with a quiet, enchanting atmosphere. And finally, Tjampuan Hotel & Spa,
originally built for royalty a century ago, is charmingly old fashioned. It’s a unique
collection of accomodation cascading down the side of a forested river valley. Winding paths
meander through an endless maze of terraced gardens, fountains, and lotus ponds. And there
are extensive spa facilities throughout, including a series of sculpted cave pools.
For our travel guide and lots more great hotel coverage from Bali and beyond, check
out BaliDave.com, to plan your next trip. Thanks for watching.