Short Reviews On Resorts & Hotels In Ubud, Bali

In the heart of Bali lies the spectacular town of Ubud, regarded as the cultural capital of the island. Located almost 2,000 feet (600 meters) above sea level, Ubud endures broiling midday sun, frequent ferocious humidity and cooler weather than the coastal areas, reason why there have been developed numerous hotels and mountain resorts. Despite that, Ubud is a marvelous place to visit and enjoy any time of year except in January and February, when the showers in the region are really heavy. Ubud, nowadays, is a fantastic venue for all connoisseurs in exquisite arts, fine music and dances, bewildering architecture and unspoiled nature. The mystic place keeps everything that Bali is unique and cherished for - vast rice fields, picturesque pristine villages, winding rivers, ancient temples, art galleries and Balinese craft communities. The entire town seems to emit some spiritual magic and engrossing ambiance.

Ubud is a fascinating cultural place offering a full range of accommodations - from inexpensive lodgings to ultra luxurious hotels such as the Viceroy Bali and Amandari Hotel. Another truly sumptuous hotel complex located in the highlands of Bali is Hotel Four Season Resort Bali at Sayan. The high-end accommodation provides 180-degree views of the holy Ayung River valley and spoils guests in huge comfortable suites designed to ensure ultimate relaxation and comfort. Another stylish accommodation in Ubud is Hotel FuramaXclusive Villas and Spa comprising 18 elegant, modernly furnished villas. The resort provides perfect unwinding amidst tranquil fields, spa treatments and refined restaurant. Hotel Komaneka at Bisma is a blissful lodging in Ubud providing splendid views towards the Campuhan River and the surrounding coconut groves, and featuring 24-hour reception services, room service, car park, bar and a restaurant.

The resort town of Ubud is a vacation place affluent in affordable accommodations, cheap guesthouses and budget hotels. One of the inexpensive lodgings in Ubud is Dewa Bharata Bungalows featuring a swimming pool, on-site restaurant and homey rooms with private balconies. The tourist site is favored with an ideal location, lying only 30-minute drive from "Monkey Forest" and 10-minute drive from "Blanco Museum". Another reasonably priced accommodation appears to be Sri Ratih Cottages Ubud nested in the heart of beautiful tropical scenery. The cottages offer cautiously decorated Balinese-style rooms, an outdoor pool and a restaurant serving international dishes. A great value for money is also Panorama Hotel located in central Ubud and offering its guests two pools, souvenir shop, library and a shuttle to the shopping area nearby.

The splendid Ubud is abounding, beside hotels of all categories, in leisure activities such as biking along slippery rice terraces and rough village routes, rafting down swift rivers and enjoying the scenic nature and exotic Balinese flora and fauna, kayaking on amazing Ayung River, bird watching in "Bali Bird Park", elephant trekking in the welcoming village of Taro, night eel-fishing or just strolling. Tourists have just put on comfortable shoes, head in any direction and certainly some sacred temple, royal palace, elegant museum or enchanting nature park will burst on sight! Goa Gajah (or "Elephant Cave"), Pura Kehen Temple, Puri Saren Agung ("Royal Water Palace"), "Museum Puri Lukisan", "Monkey Forest" and "Botanic Garden" are only a minute piece of the "must-see" holiday attractions in cultivated Ubud.