The best 5-star hotels in Ubud

Ubud, the heart of Bali, is renowned for its spiritual atmosphere, picturesque landscapes, and distinctive culture. Here, among rice terraces and tropical forests, luxurious 5-star hotels offer guests impeccable service, exquisite cuisine, and an unforgettable vacation.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Built in the style of a traditional Balinese village, the resort is located on the banks of the Ayung River. Surrounded by verdant rice fields and hills, it invites guests to immerse themselves in a world of nature and culture. The name "Mandapa" means "temple," reflecting the resort's commitment to providing a sanctuary for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Accommodation

The resort offers 35 suites and 25 private pool villas. The rooms blend traditional Balinese aesthetics with modern touches and are meticulously designed to ensure guests' comfort and privacy.

Nutrition

Mandapa offers four unique dining concepts. Kubu Restaurant transforms local produce into culinary masterpieces, offering diners a 10-course tasting menu. Perched on a cliff, Ambar Restaurant offers Japanese fusion cuisine and cocktails accompanied by jazz music. Overlooking rice fields, Sawah Terrace Restaurant serves Balinese cuisine, Asian delicacies, and healthy farm-to-table dishes. The pool bar offers light meals and a variety of beverages.

Leisure

Mandapa offers a range of exciting activities, from local sightseeing tours, kayaking, yoga and meditation classes, to participating in traditional Balinese Homa Yajna fire healing ceremonies and Mebayuh water purification.

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

This exquisite hotel, immersed in the lush greenery of tropical forests, is renowned for its impeccable service and serene atmosphere. A unique feature of the hotel is its suspension bridge, which leads you to a picturesque man-made pond.

Accommodation

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan offers luxurious villas and suites. Some villas feature private pools and stunning views of the Ayung River.

Nutrition

At the Ayung Terrace restaurant, you can savor Indonesian cuisine with a modern twist. Riverside Cafe offers European cuisine and a grill menu. For those seeking a truly unique dining experience, the hotel offers a custom-made seven-course dinner created by the talented chef.

Leisure

Activities include spa treatments, rafting, guided rice terrace tours, insights into the lives of local farmers, cycling, dance performances, and visits to famous temples and historical sites.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

Viceroy Bali

Situated 5 minutes from central Ubud, this luxury resort offers a secluded escape amidst lush Balinese scenery.

Accommodation

Viceroy offers 40 well-appointed private villas with modern amenities, each with a private pool.

Nutrition

Overlooking a lush valley, CasCades Restaurant offers a fusion of Asian and Western cuisines, along with an impressive wine list. The fine-dining restaurant Apéritif, named Best in Indonesia at the 2020 World Culinary Awards, offers a tasting menu that blends global flavors with local ingredients. Both establishments emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Leisure

Guests of Viceroy Bali have access to a variety of active recreation and wellness activities.

• Akoya Spa offers a range of treatments that combine traditional Balinese practices with modern wellness techniques.
• A well-equipped gym allows you to stay in shape while overlooking the surrounding greenery.
• Squash court, Balinese cooking lessons, tours of Ubud's art galleries and temples, and traditional dance performances.
• For adventure lovers, the resort can organize trekking, cycling, rice terrace hiking, and rafting.

Viceroy Bali

COMO Uma Ubud

Situated within walking distance of Ubud city center, this hotel is an excellent choice for those seeking a wellness holiday.

Accommodation

The resort offers 46 rooms, suites, and villas with private terraces and panoramic views of the gardens, jungle or valley.

Nutrition

Uma Cucina restaurant offers Italian dishes prepared primarily with locally sourced ingredients. Kemiri restaurant's menu is a sophisticated blend of classic Indonesian recipes, modern culinary techniques, and the signature healthy eating concept of COMO Shambhala.

Leisure

Guests can enjoy vibrant cultural shows, explore the ancient temples and volcanoes of Kintamani, hike the scenic Tjampuhan mountain range, learn the traditional Indonesian martial art of pencak silat, visit the authentic village of Keliki, or rejuvenate with programs at the COMO Shambhala Retreat.

COMO Uma Ubud

Alila Ubud

Situated above the Ayung River, the hotel offers a serene retreat amid lush jungle and alang-alang plantations. Designed to resemble a traditional Balinese hillside village, the hotel seamlessly blends cultural authenticity with modern luxury.

Accommodation

Accommodation options range from cozy 30-square-meter rooms to spacious two-bedroom villas measuring 240 square meters. All rooms offer panoramic views of the magical Ayung Valley.

Nutrition

At the award-winning Plantation Restaurant, guests can enjoy Balinese and Western cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients from the resort's organic garden and nearby farms. The Cabana Lounge serves light snacks and signature cocktails.

Leisure

At the Alila Ubud, there's something for everyone: from time-tested spa treatments to thrilling adventures, including white-water rafting on the Ayung River. The infinity pool, repeatedly recognized as one of the best in the world, deserves special mention.

Alila Ubud

Capella Ubud

Nestled deep in the lush Keliki Valley, Capella Ubud offers an ultra-luxurious jungle retreat. Designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, the resort features a unique design inspired by the era of European settlers in the early 19th century.

Accommodation

The resort consists of 22 extravagant tented accommodations, each with one bedroom and a two-bedroom loggia. Each accommodation at Capella Ubud has a unique theme. For example, you can choose a cartographer's tent, decorated with antique maps and compasses, or a princess tent with a crystal chandelier and antique furniture. All accommodation features heated infinity pools, outdoor terraces with sun loungers, indoor and outdoor bathrooms, and carefully selected guest amenities.

Nutrition

Two restaurants provide dining options for guests. Mads Lange offers a variety of international and local dishes, emphasizing fresh, local ingredients. Api Jiwa, the resort's signature restaurant, offers an intimate Asian barbecue experience.

Leisure

For entertainment, the resort offers campfire movie screenings, guided jungle treks, and excursions to explore Balinese traditions. A gym is also available on site. For relaxation, the Auriga Wellness Spa offers exclusive treatments inspired by local healing practices.

Capella Ubud

Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana

Once the family estate of renowned collector Hendra Hadiprana, this place has been transformed into a luxury resort while maintaining its unique atmosphere. The hotel is named after the nearby Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) temple. The estate houses an extensive art collection reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage.

Accommodation

The resort offers a choice of 24 elegantly appointed villas. The exclusive Hadiprana Suite, measuring 50 square meters, deserves special mention. It features paintings, antiques, and artifacts from his extensive private collection.

Nutrition

The Tempayan restaurant offers local and international cuisine. Overlooking the rice fields, it provides a serene backdrop for dining.

Leisure

The hotel regularly hosts traditional Balinese Kecak dance performances featuring artists from neighboring villages. The lush surroundings invite leisurely strolls, and the resort's proximity to Ubud allows for visits to local markets, galleries, and temples. The resort also offers a number of unique experiences, including jungle buggy rides, a WV Safari van tour, and Bali's first licensed hot air balloon flight.

Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana

Komaneka at Bisma

This luxurious resort is nestled along the Campuhan River Valley in Ubud. Its location allows guests to experience seclusion while still being just a short walk from Ubud's vibrant cultural center. The hotel boasts a 33-meter infinity pool, a dedicated spa, and a wedding chapel.

Accommodation

Guests can choose from a collection of rooms to suit a variety of preferences, from comfortable suites to a split-level family villa with a private 32-meter pool, an outdoor dining area, and a sundeck overlooking the tropical forest. The collection's crowning glory is the Bisma Residence, a villa complex consisting of three separate pavilions with master bedrooms, glass walls, a large dining room, and an infinity pool.

Nutrition

Guests' culinary needs are met by the Seneng Kitchen restaurant, which offers international and Indonesian cuisine.

Leisure

Nestled in a tropical forest, Wana Jiwa Spa offers a variety of treatments using natural products and traditional Indonesian herbal formulas. Guests can enhance their stay with engaging activities such as Balinese cooking and dance lessons, yoga classes, cycling trips, Balinese offering-making workshops, and much more.

Komaneka at Bisma

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa is a tranquil haven nestled along the Petanu River Valley. Guests enjoy pools, a riverside spa, and easy access to Ubud's cultural attractions.

Accommodation

Guests can choose from 60 elegant villas and 48 exquisitely appointed suites. For true connoisseurs of luxury, the Presidential Villa offers exclusive amenities and unparalleled privacy.

Nutrition

The resort's restaurants harmoniously blend international and local flavors. Guests can start their day with a floating breakfast in their private pool, and in the evening, enjoy a romantic dinner under the stars with their loved one.

Leisure

Amenities include a tennis court, yoga pavilion, fitness center, and kids' club. A complimentary shuttle to central Ubud is a welcome bonus.

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa