Hanging Gardens of Bali: Where Jungle, Luxury & Silence Converge Above Ubud
Built on a 45-degree incline and designed to embrace its dramatic natural setting, the resort’s layout is a work of engineering artistry. Each of the 44 private villas cascades down the hillside, offering panoramic views of the jungle and river below. The villas are thatched, open, and generous in space, drawing inspiration from traditional Balinese design while incorporating contemporary touches — from carved teak furnishings to marble bathrooms and handwoven textiles.
Every villa comes with its own heated infinity pool, suspended above the canopy and lined with volcanic stone that mirrors the dark green of the jungle. When you step out from your room at sunrise, mist drifts across the valley like a living veil — it’s one of those rare places where every moment feels cinematic.
Villas Designed for Privacy and Presence
Hanging Gardens of Bali offers several villa categories, from the Riverside Pool Villas, set close to the Ayung River, to the Panoramic Villas, perched high above the jungle canopy. The interiors are a blend of natural materials — polished wood, stone, rattan — and understated luxury, designed to let the landscape take centre stage.
Each villa opens onto an expansive deck with daybeds and loungers, allowing you to spend hours listening to the forest’s symphony. It’s a sanctuary for reflection, romance, and reconnection — ideal for honeymooners or travellers seeking stillness in one of the most spiritual corners of Bali.
Culinary Journeys at Three Elements Restaurant
At the resort’s Three Elements Restaurant, dining becomes a sensory experience in itself. Perched above the jungle, the open-air terrace offers sweeping views across the valley — best enjoyed at sunrise over breakfast or during the fiery hues of sunset.
The menu celebrates both Indonesian heritage and international refinement, with dishes created from locally sourced ingredients. Expect vibrant Balinese spices, tropical fruits, and freshly caught seafood from the nearby coasts. Highlights include grilled river prawns, slow-cooked duck betutu, and vegetarian options infused with fragrant herbs and lemongrass.
For an unforgettable evening, the Candlelight Dinner by the Pool sets the scene for romance — an exclusive, private-dining experience surrounded by floating candles, flowers, and soft music echoing across the valley.
Wellness in Harmony with Nature
Wellness here feels organic, not orchestrated. The Spa Collection at Hanging Gardens of Bali draws on ancient Balinese healing rituals, using natural oils, volcanic stones, and herbal compresses for rejuvenation and balance. Treatments take place in open-air pavilions overlooking the river, so each breath brings the scent of jungle and the rhythm of flowing water.
Guests can also join yoga and meditation sessions at sunrise, swim beneath the canopy, or simply spend the day between villa, pool, and restaurant — each space blending into the next with effortless calm.
The Spirit of Ubud Beyond the Resort
While the temptation is strong to remain cocooned in this sanctuary, Hanging Gardens of Bali’s location also makes it an ideal gateway to explore the cultural and natural treasures of Ubud. Within a 30-minute drive, you can reach Tegallalang Rice Terraces, the Sacred Monkey Forest, or the Pura Dalem Segara Temple.
Back at the resort, the evening brings quiet luxury — cocktails at sunset, a candlelit dinner, and the distant echo of gamelan music from nearby villages. It’s here, among the treetops and soft lantern light, that you realise what makes Hanging Gardens so special: it doesn’t try to compete with nature — it becomes part of it.
Official website: https://hanginggardensofbali.com/
