Amandari – Ubud, Bali: A Cultural Hideaway Amidst Jungle and Rice Terraces
Tucked into a lush ridge above the Ayung River Gorge, Amandari captures the essence of Balinese village life with serene design and cultural depth. Conceived like a classical Balinese compound, the resort features 30 thatched-roof villas set among volcanic stone pathways, lush gardens, and lotus ponds. Interiors blend teak, coconut wood, bamboo, and Javanese marble to evoke ancient craftsmanship in a modern sanctuary of elegance.
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The ultimate escape in Ubud
Each villa features its own courtyard with an outdoor sunken marble bath, twin vanities, and some include private plunge pools overlooking rice terraces and the jungle canopy. The infinity pool echoes the curves of the surrounding paddies and nestles beside the restaurant, framed by stone pavilions and soft gamelan music at dusk. The resort remains impeccably tranquil, offering solitude even as Ubud village is just a short drive away.
Signature experiences at Amandari
Wellness at Amandari reflects Balinese tradition with open-air spa bales surrounded by lotus ponds and healing gardens. The spa offers treatments using volcanic clay, jasmine, coconut oils, and signature rituals such as Melukat purification and traditional body scrubs. Daily yoga and meditation sessions take place on garden terraces or beside river shrines, promoting complete restoration. Dining at the teak wood restaurant showcases locally sourced ingredients—Balinese classics, Indonesian rice dishes, and seasonal menus served beneath sweeping views of the Ayung Valley.
Exploring the surroundings
This resort serves as a discreet gateway to Bali’s cultural riches. Guests may visit nearby temples, engage in Balinese dance or cooking classes led by local artisans, or hike through the iconic rice terraces and jungle trails. Guided tours to markets, bird parks and sacred water sites enrich the journey with spiritual and communal connections. Yet guests return to Amandari’s quiet thatched roofs and whispering riverfront just as easily.
Your private gateway to Aman
For travelers who value privacy, authenticity, and holistic luxury, Amandari is best arranged through private booking channels. Guests consistently receive priority service, bespoke wellness programming, culinary enhancements, and the best available enhancements that elevate their stay. To explore curated itineraries or secure bespoke wellness and cultural experiences, contact Mickey at mickey@viptablesgroup.com. Your peaceful Balinese sanctuary in Amandari awaits.