UBUD HANGING GARDENS
Perched above a gorge, villas are set in lush rainforest dotted with ancient temples
Bali, Indonesia
High on verdant cliffs, facing an ancient temple, the villas of Ubud Hanging Gardens sit among lush rainforest with infinity pools offering spectacular views. Built in the traditional way, with thatched roofs and outdoor showers, these magical retreats are surrounded by the chatter of monkeys and the song of tropical birds.
Days can be spent relaxing deep in the valley, learning to create Balinese dishes at the cooking school, visiting temples in verdant gorges, meeting local craft workers and purchasing their wares or making adventurous treks up nearby volcanoes.
Where nature inspires art
At a glance
LOCATION Overlooking the Ayung river gorge, 25/30 minutes from the centre of Ubud, 90 minutes (or a 15-minute helicopter transfer) from Ngurah Rai Airport.
ACCOMMODATION 38 individual villas.
DINING Béduur restaurant serving Balinese and French cuisine, and Diatas Pohon café.
FEATURES Tropical landscaped gardens. Large, free-form infinity swimming pool. Ayung Spa. Library. Shuttle bus to Ubud centre.
GENERAL MANAGER Ms Karin van Zyl
