Ubud Hanging Gardens

Ubud Hanging Gardens is enveloped deep within a lush secluded valley a short drive north of Ubud where, unlike most of the other luxury resorts along the River Ayung, it is situated on the opposite western bank. Approached via a quiet winding road through traditional Balinese villages and emerald green rice fields, the property suddenly comes into view, dramatically suspended upon a gravity-defying terraced hillside.

Ubud Hanging Gardens as part of Orient-Express Hotels is an intimate retreat comprised of 15 Riverside Deluxe Pool Villas, 15 Panoramic View Deluxe Pool Villas, 6 Valley View Family Pool Villas, and 2 Panoramic View Suite Pool Villas, each boasting its own refreshing infinity-edge 6 x 3-meter infinity heated pool with a spectacular jungle backdrop.

The style is romantic and elegant with ethnic touches. Graceful furnishings, burnished teak decking, open balé pavilions, yielding king-size beds, and large bathrooms with both indoor and outdoor facilities are complemented by soft lighting and magnificent panoramic glass windows. The villas, spa centre, large free-form swimming pool, restaurants, bars, boutique and library are easily accessed by a private funicular. Nestled beside a sacred spring, Ayung Spa overlooks the fast flowing river.

Rich green foliage extends in every direction that the eye can see, and a remarkable temple clings to the hillside within a sheltered glade. At night, the floodlight temple appears to be floating upon the clouds on the far side of the gorge. Removed from the world and totally encompassed by nature, the peaceful environment is ideal for total relaxation.