The Ubud hotels and villas listed here derive their charm from the magnificent setting along the river gorges and rice paddies near Bali's artistic and cultural capital. Ubud is an inland town where tradition reigns supreme - temples and shops selling Balinese craft work with the pastoral surroundings to create a peaceful, romantic retreat from the modern world.
Should you choose to stay in the vicinity of Ubud and its surrounding towns, consider the accommodations listed below. For cheaper options, check out this list of budget hotels and homestays in Ubud. For accommodations elsewhere in Bali, consult our list of Bali hotels.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
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Four Seasons Resort at Sayan overlooks the Ayung River, a collection of suites and private villas nestled in seventeen acres of forest and rice terraces. An elliptical lotus pond sits on the roof of the Four Seasons' central reception building, providing a stunning welcome to first-time guests.
Choose from the Four Seasons' 18 suites and 28 villas; the latter are furnished with individual, private plunge pools and outdoor showers with views of the valley. The Spa is famous for their massages; the Ayung Terrace dinners benefit from a menu that serves the best of Asian, Indonesian, and Balinese foods.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Sayan, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 361 977 577
Alila Ubud
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Alila Ubud makes the most of its lush hillside setting, sitting on the edge of the Ayung River Valley. The architecture works with the landscape, combining Balinese architecture with a generous use of open space.
Guestrooms have iPod decks provided, and offer panoramic views of the Ayung River Valley. Onsite restaurant serves daily breakfast, lunch and dinner; complimentary continental breakfast provided. Don't miss the infinity pool overlooking the valley. Alila Ubud is about ten minutes' drive from Ubud town, and provides (paid) transport there and back.
- Star Rating: ★★★★
- Address: Desa Melinggih Kelod Payangan, Ubud 80572, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 361 975 963
Komaneka at Tanggayuda
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The Komaneka at Tanggayuda is a honeymoon resort overlooking the Oos River, populated by spacious and luxurious villas with individual private plunge pools, verandas, and gardens. Rooms are furnished with Ubud-crafted furniture and earth-toned fabrics. Villas are well-spaced for privacy.
The eastern incline facing the Oos River bears a series of stone steps leading to the main resort pool with a generous view of the valley. Guests get complimentary use of fitness center and free afternoon tea and appetizers too. Try the cooking class that introduces you to the art of Balinese cuisine.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Banjar Tanggayuda, Bali, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 361 978 123
Maya Ubud Resort & Spa
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Maya Ubud Resort sits on ten hectares of beautifully-landscaped hillside, only a few minutes' walk from Ubud town's art and dining. Two pools on premises let you cool off under shade. Should you tire of the excellent views of the valley, Maya Ubud offers free shuttle service into town and back.
The Riverside Spa is a major highlight at Maya Ubud, where you can get yourself pampered with natural treatments derived from aromatic herbs and Balinese flowers. The Spa's double treatment pavilions allow couples to get their spa treatments together.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Jalan Gunung Sari Peliatan, Ubud 80571, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 361 977 888
The Viceroy Bali
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Five minutes' drive from Ubud, the Viceroy Bali commands a magnificent view of the Petanu Valley's river gorge and rice terraces close by. Garden Villas and Terrace Villas have individual private pools. Free Wi-Fi can be accessed all around the resort.
The Lembeh spa attached to the resort provide calming treatments for wellness enthusiasts, and the CasCades restaurant provides an eyeful of the Petanu gorge as well as delicious Balinese cuisine. The Viceroy has its own helipad, for easier transfers to the airport at Denpasar.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Jin Lanyahan Br Nagi Ubud Bali 80571, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 361 971 777
Kupu Kupu Barong Villas & Tree Spa
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Kupu Kupu's Ubud villas are located near the Ubud Monkey Forest, in a pleasant arboreal setting. The 27 villas in the complex come with DVD players, air-conditioning, and complimentary water/coffee/tea. Two-room villas have their own plunge pool. Outdoor pool's poolside bar is not to be missed.
Breakfast and shuttle into Ubud town is complimentary as well. Guests are pampered by exclusive butlers. The inhouse spa (Mango Tree Spa) provides five exclusive spa treatment rooms, and a spa garden to absorb the Bali atmosphere from.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Kedewatan Ubud
- Phone: +62 361 975 478
The Royal Pita Maha
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The villas esconced in the Royal Pita Maha's richly landscaped gardens are heavily inspired by Balinese architecture (dark wood, parquet floors) and have their own private gardens, pools and sundecks. Balconies provide views of the Oos River. Dining and living areas are separate.
Complimentary American-style breakfast is served daily. Three restaurants serving international and Balinese cuisine are on premises, commanding views of the River Oos and the Ubud Valley. The Royal Pita Maha's recreational programs include cooking and Balinese dancing classes, as well as rafting, trekking, and cycling adventure tours.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Desa Kedewatan PO Box 198, Ubud
- Phone: +62 361 980 022
Uma Ubud
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Overlooking the Tjampuhan Valley, the Uma Ubud sits amid tranquil rice fields ten minutes away from Ubud town. The distance works for the Uma Ubud - the peace of being far from civilization is one of its top selling points.
Facilities include an infinity pool shaded by trees, the Shambhala Spa with a variety of relaxing treatments, and a restaurant with a fine grasp of organic and vegetarian food. Shuttle service leaves for Ubud every two hours from 9am to 5pm, with drop-off and pick-up in front of the Ibu Oka restaurant in town.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Jalan Raya Sanggingan, Kedewatan, Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia
- Phone: 00 800 37 46 83 57
Furama Villas & Spa Ubud
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The Furama Villas make full use of the natural spring water in the area - guests of the Furama's 19 Deluxe Pool Villas and 5 Royal Pool Villas enjoy the luxury of spring water in their private plunge pools.
The Furama Villas & Spa lies amidst rice paddies, at a twenty-minute drive from Ubud town; a shuttle service can be hired from the reception, and can accommodate requests for drop-off outside the town center. Bicycles can also be rented for short runs beyond the villas, and a guided walking tour can also be hired for the nearby village.
- Star Rating: ★★★★
- Address: Banjar Bindu, Mambal, Jalan Raya Mambal, Ubud Bali 80571, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 361 7463064
The Ubud Village Resort
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A retreat-style boutique resort only minutes away from Ubud town. Walled villas offer complete privacy with landscaped gardens and a sunken outdoor bathtub. Take time to do a few laps and relax at the main U-shaped pool, supposedly the longest in Ubud.
The attached Angkul-Angkul restaurant provides ample romance and a delicious menu, with an excellent view of the rice terraces surrounding the resort. If you want to explore the world outside the resort (if you really have to) take advantage of the in-house shuttle service.
- Star Rating: ★★★★★
- Address: Jalan raya Pengosekan, Bali, Indonesia
- Phone: 62-36-1972448
