A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated July 2025.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Bali, Indonesia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor pool with sun terrace, The Alena Resort is located in Ubud, a 15-minute drive from Ubud Palace and Ubud Market. The resort offers free WiFi access throughout the premises and Guests also enjoy daily scheduled shuttle service from resort to the Ubud town
Every room at The Alena Resort is fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a refrigerator. It's furnished with a four-poster bed with mosquito nets, a wardrobe, a desk and a dining table. Each room comes with an en suite bathroom. For extra comfort, guests are provided with a hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes and free toiletries.
Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or order room service to dine in privacy. Relaxing massages can be requested at the spa centre. The resort also offers a 24-hour front desk. The staff can arrange car rental, bike hire and airport transfer at a surcharge.
Elephant Cave is 5 km from The Alena Resort, while Ubud Monkey Forest is 5 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 23 km away.Show full description
This resort has a highly rated breakfast and great affordability!
Resort.Popular among couples. Poised on a ridge overlooking the verdant Valley of the Kings, Viceroy Bali is a revered retreat for discerning visitors to the extraordinary island nation of Bali.
Located in the central foothills of the Gianyar regency, Viceroy Bali is just 5 minutes’ drive to the thriving culture and arts centre of Ubud, yet the location feels like another world -- the perfect place to relax and renew in utter tranquility. Show full description
Lovely luxurious villa in a tranquil location with great views. The rooms are spacious and well-furnished with illy coffee machine and modern marble bathrooms. In addition, they also have a great library with different books and DVDs.
Resort.Elegant. Located just a 10-minute drive from Downtown Ubud, Mandapa, A Ritz- Carlton Reserve offers a retreat amongst the greenery in Ubud. This hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool, an on-site spa and wellness centre, as well as providing free WiFi access throughout the entire property. Complimentary 24-hour butler service is available in all rooms.
Every villa and suite at this property is air-conditioned and comes with an ample seating area with sofas, flat-screen satellite TV, minibar, personal safe and an en suite bathroom, which has separate bath and shower facilities. Fresh towels, bathrobes, and other bath amenities are also provided. Most of the villas and suites offer views of the surrounding rainforest, rice paddies and even views of the Ayung River.
Other facilities available at Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve include a 24-hour front desk with concierge service where the staff are available to help guests with arranging airport transfers, bicycle rental, laundry requests, even assist to organise massages at the spa. There are also a kid's club, meeting/banquet facilities, and an on-site shop where guests can conveniently shop for souvenirs. A fitness centre is also accessible for free.
This hotel also offers several on-site dining and lounging options like Kubu Restaurant serving
International cuisines, Sawah Terrace with their authentic Indonesian cuisine, and Ambar Ubud Bar, where guests can experience the handcrafted cocktail with Japanese fusion dining.
It takes about a 15-minute drive from the property to the sacred Tirtha Empul Temple and the Goa Gajah historical site is reachable within a 20-minute drive. Getting to Bali Denpasar International Airport will take around 1 hour by car.Show full description
Resort.Highly elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Great breakfast. Popular among women. Overlooking Tjampuhan Valley, COMO Uma Ubud provides free scheduled area shuttles, free guided morning walks and free scheduled yoga classes with a yoga master. Providing free Wi-Fi, it also has a sauna, outdoor pool and gym.
The spacious rooms come with marble flooring and four-poster beds. Rooms are fitted with a minibar, a safe and satellite TV. En suite bathrooms have both bathtub and hot shower facilities.
Located in Bali, COMO Uma Ubud is a 5-minute drive from town centre’s many tourist attractions. It is 1.5 km from The Blanco Renaissance Museum and 30 km from Ngurah Rai Airport.
Guests can visit the spa for a massage, or enjoy activities such as white water rafting and volcano climbing. Car and bicycle rental facilities are provided so guests can explore the area freely.
Kemiri restaurant serves breakfast and a venue for special occasion. Uma Cucina offers menus that are strong on fresh, locally-sourced produce and the flavours of Italy . Show full description
This might be one of the most ELEGANT resorts in Bali.
Resort.Great location. Great views. Bvlgari Resort Bali is located 150 meters above sea level and offers sweeping views of the Indian Ocean. It features luxurious villas with a private sundeck and plunge pool. The resort also offers an infinity swimming pool overlooking the ocean.
The spacious villas at Bvlgari Resort Bali come with traditional Balinese décor and audiovisual systems. The floor-to-ceiling glass bathrooms overlook the private courtyard.
Recreation choices include working out at the 24-hour fitness centre or enjoying a massage at the spa whilst enjoying unobstructed view of the ocean. The resort provides free WiFi and parking. Travel and sightseeing arrangements can be made at the front desk. Guests also can take advantage of the 24-hour butler assistance.
Il Ristorante Luca Fantin serves creative and modern interpretations of Italian cuisine, adopting refined techniques and artful creativity of their Italian Resident Head Chef. Other international dishes are also served at Sangkar Restaurant.
Padang Padang Beach is 3.9 km from Bvlgari Resort Bali, while Dreamland Beach is 5 km from the property. It is 4 km from Uluwatu Temple and 18 km from Ngurah Rai International Airport.Show full description
A luxurious and peaceful hotel with a perfectly relaxing ambiance and mesmerizing ocean view with the cliffs. Incredible design and beautiful green grounds. Some of the rooms have a private plunge pool. High class!
Resort.Romantic. Unique. Great views. Popular among couples. Munduk Moding Plantation Nature Resort offers luxurious suites and villas with free Wi-Fi. An outdoor infinity pools and jacuzzi provide scenic views of the surrounding coffee trees, rice fields and mountains. The resort also boasts its own spa, restaurants.
Buyan Lake and Tamblingan Lake are both a 5-minute drive from Munduk Moding Plantation Nature Resort. Munduk Waterfall is just a 15-minute trek away.
Featuring wood flooring and furnishings, each room has a 4-poster bed and floor-to-ceiling windows. A Smart TV is provided. Private bathroom includes a shower and terrazzo bathtub.
Enjoy massage services and various body treatments at the resort’s spa. Activities such as cycling and horse riding are available. The resort also provides laundry services.
Indonesian and European meals are prepared at the MiMPi Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. While Balinese cuisines are available at Warung Bongkot. Dining can also be enjoyed in the rooms via room service.Show full description
Magical top-notch property with the most amazing views into the mountains and plantation. Rooms are perfect for tranquility - floor-to-ceiling windows, a soft king-size bed, and a lovely bathroom with great amenities. This resort also has a FABULOUS infinity pool and various body treatments at the spa center.
Opened March 2024. Located in Ubud, within 4.1 km of Monkey Forest Ubud and 4.9 km of Blanco Museum, Belvilla Prakriti Near Monkey ForestNearCampuhan Ridge Walk provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Goa Gajah is 5.6 km away and Neka Art Museum is 6.3 km from the hotel.
At the hotel, every room is equipped with a balcony.
Ubud Palace is 5.5 km from Belvilla Prakriti Near Monkey ForestNearCampuhan Ridge Walk, while Saraswati Temple is 5.6 km away. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 31 km from the property.Show full description
Set in Payangan, 13 km from Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Ayatara Resort Ubud offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a garden, the property also features a restaurant, as well as a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. Ayatara Resort Ubud provides certain units with river views, and all rooms come with a balcony. The units at the accommodation come with a seating area.
An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property.
The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 5-star hotel.
Neka Art Museum is 19 km from Ayatara Resort Ubud, while Blanco Museum is 20 km away. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 52 km from the property.Show full description
Great location. Good breakfast. Featuring modern living with plenty of natural light and greenery, KLEO Seminyak, part of JdV by Hyatt, offers city views. There is an on-site restaurant, a bar, and a rooftop swimming pool. This hotel provides free WiFi and multiple public seating areas.
Every room at KLEO Seminyak, part of JdV by Hyatt, has air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. You can enjoy seating area in certain rooms. Amenities provided include an electric kettle, bathrobes, slippers, and free toiletries.
This hotel provides free shuttle service. There is a merchandise shop on site.
Free use of bicycles is available at this hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. The hotel also offers car hire. Petitenget Temple is 200 metres from KLEO Seminyak, part of JdV by Hyatt, while Ku De Ta is 800 metres away. The nearest airport is I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, 7 km from the property.
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This luxury hotel has a great location in Seminyak.
Resort.Delightful property. Nice style. Superb interior design. Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, The Royal Purnama Luxury Villas - Adults Only - art suites and villas is located right across Purnama Beach.
The accommodation will provide you with air conditioning and a minibar. There is a full kitchen with a kitchenware. Featuring a shower, en suite bathroom also comes with a bath and free toiletries.
At The Royal Purnama Luxury Villas - Adults Only - art suites and villas you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings.
This resort is 15 km away from Sanur area and a 45-minute drive from Bali Denpasar International Airport.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most beautiful small luxury hotel in Bali.
Resort.Great value. Located in Payangan just 13 km from Ubud, Padma Resort Ubud offers luxurious accommodation surrounded by lush greenery. WiFi access is available throughout. Daily scheduled shuttle to Ubud centre is available.
Spacious and well appointed rooms here are fitted with air-conditioning, seating area and a balcony. They also feature an iPod docking station, cable TV with a DVD player, and ironing facilities. En suite bathroom comes with a shower, bathtub and free toiletries.
At Padma Resort Ubud, the friendly 24-hour front desk staff can assist with laundry and airport transfer services. An outdoor pool, kid's club and children's playground are available, while guests can also arrange for an event at the meeting/banqueting facilities. Relaxing massage is available upon request.
Seminyak is 37 km from Padma Resort Ubud, while Nusa Dua is 47 km away. Ngurah Rai Airport is 42 km from the property.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples and women. Situated in Ubud, 3.9 km from Neka Art Museum, Kastara Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, this 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a balcony. Rooms come with a safety deposit box, while certain rooms are equipped with a patio and others also boast pool views. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.
A continental, American or Asian breakfast is available at the property.
Blanco Museum is 5.3 km from Kastara Resort, while Saraswati Temple is 6.1 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 41 km away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has super comfortable beds and very cosy rooms. And it is the most popular small luxury hotel in Bali, among couples.
Newly opened, June 2025. Situated in Ubud, 2.8 km from Neka Art Museum, Anumana De Suite features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Boasting room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Anumana De Suite offers some rooms with pool views, and rooms have a kettle. The rooms have a wardrobe.
Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and American options.
The accommodation offers a children's playground.
Blanco Museum is 2.8 km from Anumana De Suite, while Saraswati Temple is 3.6 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 33 km away.Show full description
Resort.Newly opened, June 2025. Situated in Nusa Penida, 100 metres from Suana Point Beach, Seven Dreams A Pramana Experience features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. 3.1 km from Giri Putri Cave and 10 km from Pulau Seribu Viewpoint, the property provides a terrace and a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms at Seven Dreams A Pramana Experience are fitted with a seating area.
Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Indonesian and Italian cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested.
Teletubbies Hill is 11 km from Seven Dreams A Pramana Experience, while Seganing Waterfall is 22 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 81 km away.Show full description
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Rooftop bar. Wapa di Ume Sidemen has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and garden in Sidemen. 30 km from Goa Gajah and 33 km from Tegenungan Waterfall, the property offers a terrace and a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
At the resort, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a balcony with a mountain view. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms at Wapa di Ume Sidemen have air conditioning and a desk.
An American breakfast is available at the accommodation. At Wapa di Ume Sidemen you will find a restaurant serving American and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and vegan options can also be requested.
The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the resort.
The property has a hairdresser's and business centre.
Monkey Forest Ubud is 34 km from Wapa di Ume Sidemen, while Saraswati Temple is 35 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 54 km away.Show full description
This is one of the most relaxing, unique and authentic resorts in Bali! It also has a popular rooftop bar. WOW!
Hygge Hotel and Villas Seminyak has a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Seminyak. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. Rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box and some rooms have pool views. All rooms in Hygge Hotel and Villas Seminyak are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an à la carte breakfast.
Batu Belig Beach is 1.4 km from Hygge Hotel and Villas Seminyak, while Petitenget Temple is 1.2 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 11 km away.Show full description
Resort. HANGING GARDENS, BALI LUXURY RESORT
Located North of Ubud, nestled secretly in serene and exotic jungle surroundings with marvellous views of the Dalem Segara temple is Hanging Gardens of Bali, the quintessential romantic luxury Bali Resort. Our beautiful jungle inspired villas, offer unparalleled accommodation in a luxurious setting and come with private infinity pools, spacious living areas, and panoramic views of the surrounding lush landscape. Our truly luxurious Spa Collection will sooth mind, rejuvenate the body and energize the soul while listening to the rushing sounds of the Ayung River.
Beyond relaxation, the Bali resort may offer various activities and excursions, such as guided jungle walks, cultural experiences, and tours to nearby attractions.
Each day of your stay will be filled with Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences that only one of the world's top resorts can provide.
The Bali resort has 40 Ubud luxury villas with private pools that represent Bali's natural and calm beauty. Hanging Gardens of Bali is designed to integrate with the natural environment, providing guests with a sense of tranquillity and escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.
Experience a gastronomic adventure that is without equal in Bali with legendary service that is the essence of Balinese hospitality. Dine while overlooking our spiritual core, “The World’s Best Swimming Pool” so named by Conde Nast Traveler. All of our Bali romantic villas exude a feeling of understated elegance, with trademark hand-crafted furnishings, exotic textiles, open-air dining rooms and a stunning master bathroom. Each villa lets you hide away in total privacy while enjoying the splendour of its own infinity pool. A wide terrace provides the ideal relaxing place and space to enjoy nature, while floor-to-ceiling windows allow the serene jungle ambiance to seep into the room.Show full description
Resort.Charming. Very stylish. Nice interior design. COMO Shambhala Estate offers a private location in Begawan Village, a 15-minute drive from Ubud city centre. Surrounded by tropical greenery, the resort offers a large outdoor pool, spa and free Wi-Fi throughout. Guests can enjoy complimentary daily 1-time shuttle service (drop off or pick up) to/from Museum Puri Lukisan in Ubud Centre.
Each room features wooden furniture set against a backdrop of greenery. Guests can relax in the outdoor terrace, which offers a seating area or daybed. The bathroom is semi-outdoors.
COMO Shambhala Estate is a 45-minute drive from Kintamani, where famous Mount Batur is located. Ngurah Rai Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away.
Offering individually designed programmes for guests to benefit mind, body and spirit, COMO Shambhala Estate provides Yoga and Pilates instructors, an Ayurvedic doctor, a Dietician. Outdoor activities that can be arranged from the resort include trekking, cycling, and rafting, canyoning and cultural tours. Airport shuttle service is available at a charge.
Western and European cuisine can be enjoyed at glow Restaurant, while Asian dishes are featured at Kudus Restaurant. Room service is available for convenience.Show full description
This is likely the most charming and stylish small luxury hotel in Bali.
Opened June 2023. Set in Ubud, 7.8 km from Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Inara Alas Harum offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. 11 km from Neka Art Museum and 12 km from Blanco Museum, the property features a terrace and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms also feature a kitchenette with a fridge. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe.
Breakfast is available, and includes continental, American and Asian options. At Inara Alas Harum you will find a restaurant serving Indonesian, Seafood and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel.
Ubud Palace is 13 km from the accommodation, while Saraswati Temple is 13 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 44 km away.Show full description
Resort. Situated in Tegalalang, 5.6 km from Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the bar.
The rooms at the resort are fitted with a seating area and a TV. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms at Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection have air conditioning and a wardrobe.
Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Indonesian, Mediterranean and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested.
Speaking English and Indonesian, staff are willing to help at any time of the day at the reception.
Ubud Palace is 16 km from Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection, while Saraswati Temple is 16 km from the property. Ngurah Rai International Airport is 49 km away.Show full description
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