Bali Accommodation: Ubud Village and More Tranquil Places to Stay in Ubud
Different from most of the popular areas in South Bali, Ubud Village is more green than blue. It means that instead of the aquamarine-colored sea, you will face greenery. This highland area of Bali is not as crowded as the coastlines. So, if you want to take yourself away from the hustle bustle of the beaches, Ubud is the best getaway. Staying in Ubud Village Bali also means you’ll get quieter and calmer vibe. Read up if you still have no idea where to stay in Ubud.
1. The Ubud Village Resort & Spa Gianyar
Situated about 45-minute drive from the airport, The Ubud Village Resort & Spa Gianyar has a strategic location. It is on Jalan Raya Nyuh Kuning, Pengosekan, Ubud, and within a short walking distance to the center of Ubud. Let’s say you want to visit Monkey Forest, Ubud Palace, and Ubud Market (all of those always appear in any Ubud Hot Place Day Tour). You can visit all those tourism objects by taking a walk for some minutes. Convenient, isn’t it?
With lush vegetation surrounding it, Ubud Village Resort & Spa is a heaven for couples, especially honeymooners or newlyweds. This hillside resort also comprises of well-structured tropical gardens. Besides rice paddies (which you’ll find a lot in Ubud, by the way), you can also see coconut palms, lawns, and lotus pond. In addition to the picturesque scenery and excellent service, there is another reason to stay in Ubud Village Resort & Spa. During your stay, you can know more about Balinese art and culture. To showcase Balinese’s local heritage, The Ubud Village Resort & Spa Gianyar opens various classes. There, you can learn traditional dance, music, wood carving, painting, fruit-sculpting, and cooking.
2. Viceroy Bali
When you visit Bali, make sure you get the best you can have. It is also applicable for accommodation. Viceroy Bali presents you the chance to have sumptuous stay in Ubud Village with all its grandeur. This extravagant villa is a perfect place to stay in Ubud with your loved one. With Ubud Palace and Agung Rai Museum just few kilometers away, Viceroy Bali has strategic location in a tranquil village. Their grand villas have stunning valley views and are completed with flat-screens, lounge, and luxurious marble bathroom.
To satisfy the needs of their guests, Viceroy Bali also presents classy amenities including restaurant, bar/lounge, spa, fitness studio and library. Besides, the hilltop infinity pool with fountain, as well as the swim-up bar, adds up the lavishness of the establishment. There’s even a helipad in this luxury resort!
3. Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa
If you look for the best Ubud village hotel on tripadvisor, you will definitely find this institution. Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa is also a key mark you need to follow to get to Campuhan Ridge. So, if you plan to have Campuhan Ridge Walk during your visit to Ubud, staying here can be an advantage. Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa is in the center of Ubud Village and just in walking distance to the sacred Gunung Lebah Temple.
Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa offers spacious luxury suites with king-sized beds and pool villas. Amenities include fine dining, spa, tropical gardens, and pool with the mystical sound of Balinese gamelan. Anything you do during your stay in this institution, you can unwind yourself and get ultimate relaxation.
4. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
Overlooking Ayung River in Sayan Village, Ubud, Four Seasons Resort Bali offers you bed and breakfast. Their grand suites and villas feature flat-screen TVs, minibars, tea and coffeemaker. Some of them even have their own private pools. Here, free on-site activities you can experience are standard facility for all suites and villas. You can do trekking, yoga, or meditation, swim in their whirlpool and plunge pools, have cycling tour. Besides, you can even practice Balinese traditional dances or attend their cooking classes. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan is also within few minute drives to Blanco Renaissance Museum and Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave. To make it convenient for the guests, they also provide free shuttle for a round trip to Ubud Village square.
5. Bambu Indah
Also in Sayan, there is one more place to stay that you can put into consideration. It is Bambu Indah. John Hardy, a jeweler who also founded Green School, establishes this lovely eco-friendly boutique hotel in Sayan. As the name suggests, in Bambu Indah, you will see many bamboo decorations including bamboo lift. A bamboo tree house settled high above the beautiful gardens. Besides, the fertile permaculture garden becomes the main ingredients supplier for the organic menu at their restaurant.
Rustic and chic teakwood houses in Bambu Indah all have unique and classic design and decoration, including Balinese lacquerware. Though they don’t include TVs or radios that can distract your tranquil moment, Bambu Indah provides free WiFi access to help you stay connected. By staying in this hotel, you will be able to feel the traditional but cool vibe that you won’t find anywhere else.
6. Hanging Gardens
First off, have a look at the picture above, please. You will see a resort that looks like it is in the middle of nowhere. It is Hanging Gardens of Bali. This lavish resort spreads in a luxuriant rain forest, facing the sacred Ayung River. You must’ve known that Ayung River is famous for whitewater rafting. Not only does it have great stream, Ayung River also offers an outstanding view.
Hanging Gardens is actually quite away from the center of Ubud, at around 30-minute drive. But, if you have plans to explore Ubud and wish to stay in a bit more exclusive area, Hanging Gardens is a great choice. Their stylist villa contains one bedroom, hand-crafted furniture, flat-screen, bathrooms, and complimentary WiFi access. Upgrade version even includes butler service that will spoil you 24-hours a day.
Bali Ubud Hanging Garden Day Tour allows you to enjoy your quality time in this institution. Besides, you can even have a relaxing massage and afternoon tea time there. Swimming in their infinity pool overlooking the flourishing greenery is also highly recommended.
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