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Hanging Gardens of BalivsMandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Both Hanging Gardens of Bali and Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve are highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, Hanging Gardens of Bali scores slightly better than Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Hanging Gardens of Bali comes in at #6 in Bali with endorsements from 8 publications like Star Service, Jetsetter and Frommer's.
Hanging Gardens of Bali
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Frommer's
Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Desa Buahan Desa Pavangan, Payangan, Bali 80571, Indonesia
From $536/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure "Pansea opened Ubud Hanging Gardens in the Summer of 2005, in a dramatic Ayung River gorge." Full review
Star Service "This centrally located property is designed to appeal to visitors looking for Ubud proximity (thanks to a regularly provided complimentary shuttle) and authentic elegance." Full review
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There is no formal meeting space, but groups can block off a section of the cafe if they so choose.
Frommer's "It's all beautifully camouflaged amongst a natural rainforest preserve and landscaped tropical grounds, and mercifully all steep levels are serviced by two funiculars." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This five-pearl resort is best known for its breathtaking main pool, which sits dramatically over jungle treetops and offers gorgeous vistas of the gorge below." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Yes, it's that pool. Impossibly suspended and tumbling in tiers down through the rainforest, the infinity pools at Hanging Gardens Ubud may be enough to make you book a stay here." Full review
Jetsetter "Hillside hideaway overlooking Bali's Ayung River Gorge, with infinity plunge pools in every villa." Full review
Lonely Planet "Overlooking the Ayung River, the luxurious Hanging Gardens Ubud offers villas with a private infinity-edged pool. Its 5-star facilities include a spa, 3 dining options and free internet." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A slightly dated but still impressive hotel set deep in a green valley, with iconic swimming pools and spectacular views, a riverside spa and Indonesian and Western restaurants." Full review
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Wallpaper Travel + Leisure The Telegraph Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide Lonely Planet Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
Jl. Kedewatan 9, Banjar Kedewatan, Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia
From $615/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Wallpaper "The sustainably sourced Mandapa resort is modelled on an indigenous Balinese village to include its own temple and private rice paddies, where guests can turn their hand at planting and harvesting." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The third resort in Ritz-Carlton’s ultra-exclusive Reserve group, Mandapa occupies a pristine, 24-acre swath of land where the Ayung River meets a plunging valley in the heavenly high country of Ubud." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"With the Ayung river coursing through its verdant 14 acres, its own sawah (rice paddy) and an ancient temple, plus gracious staff to boot, Mandapa is an homage to Balinese culture." Full review
Jetsetter "Reimagined Indonesian village turned Ritz-Carlton Reserve, nestled among rice fields and bordered by the Ayung, Bali’s longest river." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The magical, secluded location is surprisingly only a 10-minute drive from the center of Ubud, Bali’s cultural hub. " Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Epic doesn't even begin to describe the extent to which this stunning resort soars." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This jungle property, one of a few Ritz-Carlton Reserves in the world, achieves something rare—it feels pristine yet ancient." Full review
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Travel + Leisure "Breathtaking is one way to describe the bird's-eye view of Mandapa, which looks like a fairytale scene combining river, jungle, rice terraces, and temples"
Bali Travel Guide
July 16, 2021
Travel + Leisure "Situated in the emerald Ubud jungle, Mandapa is one of the most lavish (and well-loved) resorts in the region"
The 14 Most Beautiful Jungle Hotels Around the World
March 27, 2022
