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Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, featuring private pool villas set along the Ayung River, a signature spa, and refined dining, representing one of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Bali, Indonesia, for travelers deciding where to stay in Bali.

LOCATION:

Ubud, Bali

CATEGORY:

Ultra-Luxury River Valley Resort

PRICE TIER:

$$$

FOCUS:

Private Villas · Personalized Service · Luxury Wellness

The Experience

Set along the Ayung River in Ubud, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is defined by its Bali jungle setting, architectural beauty, and service precision. Conceived as a contemporary Balinese village, the property comprises suites and private pool villas arranged for scale, privacy, and uninterrupted valley views. Design is integral, pairing local craftsmanship with modern comfort and seamless indoor-outdoor living throughout. The Reserve model is reflected in the presence of a dedicated Patih, or personal butler, with wellness, dining, and cultural life integrated into the natural flow of the stay.

Mandapa is ideal for travelers who expect uncompromising standards across accommodations, dining, wellness, and service. Its internationally recognized spa and wellness facilities, alongside destination-level dining, are matched by substantial private villas and a river valley setting that lends the property uncommon depth while remaining closely connected to Ubud’s cultural heart. What positions Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve among leading global resorts is the consistency of its offering, delivering comfort, amenities, and care at a level that holds steady from arrival through departure.

Highlights

  • One of a limited number of Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties worldwide, operating at the brand’s highest levels of service and discretion.

  • Set within the Ayung River valley, with suites and villas positioned across rice paddies and lush jungle terrain.

  • Private villas and suites feature infinity pools, marble bathrooms, expansive terraces, outdoor salas, and uninterrupted valley views with seamless indoor-outdoor living.

  • Daily sunrise yoga and meditation sessions held in dedicated pavilions overlooking the river. 
  • Mandapa Spa offers a Balinese wellness focus, with traditional therapies alongside hydrotherapy facilities, saunas, steam rooms, Watsu pools, and sound healing.
  • Tailored spiritual, health, and lifestyle wellness programs focused on rejuvenation, healing, detox, and nutrition.
  • Kubu at Mandapa, the resort’s signature fine-dining restaurant, features a destination-level farm-to-table culinary program.
  • A dedicated Patih, or private butler, is assigned to each guest, providing a single point of coordination for dining, wellness, excursions, and on-property logistics. 

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Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, featuring private pool villas set along the Ayung River, a signature spa, and refined dining, representing one of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Bali, Indonesia, for travelers deciding where to stay in Bali.
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, featuring private pool villas set along the Ayung River, a signature spa, and refined dining, representing one of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Bali, Indonesia, for travelers deciding where to stay in Bali.
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, featuring private pool villas set along the Ayung River, a signature spa, and refined dining, representing one of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Bali, Indonesia, for travelers deciding where to stay in Bali.
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, featuring private pool villas set along the Ayung River, a signature spa, and refined dining, representing one of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Bali, Indonesia, for travelers deciding where to stay in Bali.
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, featuring private pool villas set along the Ayung River, a signature spa, and refined dining, representing one of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Bali, Indonesia, for travelers deciding where to stay in Bali.
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, Bali, featuring private pool villas set along the Ayung River, a signature spa, and refined dining, representing one of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Bali, Indonesia, for travelers deciding where to stay in Bali.

What Defines the Stay

Accommodations

  • Modern Balinese private pool villas and suites positioned throughout the estate, each conceived as a residence with a clear emphasis on space, comfort, and refinement.

  • Expansive indoor-outdoor living with private infinity pools, generous sundecks, landscaped gardens, and broad terraces oriented toward rainforest views.

  • Bathrooms finished in marble and stone, featuring deep soaking tubs and outdoor rain showers, complemented by Frette linens, plush pillow-top beds, and controlled acoustics to support sleep quality.

Luxury Spa & Wellness Retreats

  • Mandapa Spa, the resort’s riverfront wellness sanctuary, offers individual treatment pavilions, local healing modalities, and hydrotherapy facilities integrated into the surrounding landscape.

  • Balinese-led wellness offerings spanning water therapies, Watsu pools, saunas, steam rooms, sound healing, and traditional therapeutic practices.

  • Daily yoga and meditation sessions held in dedicated pavilions overlooking the river, supported by quiet areas for reflection and recovery.

Fine Dining & Amenities

  • Kubu at Mandapa, the resort’s signature fine-dining destination, offering private riverside cocoons and an elevated farm-to-table culinary program.

  • Additional dining venues alongside the cliffside Ambar Ubud cocktail bar, providing range across multiple concepts, with private dining available in villas and secluded settings.

  • Reserve-level service orchestration by private butlers, ensuring dining, wellness, transportation, and on-property arrangements are handled with consistency and discretion.

Booking Notes

Book Your Stay at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Jalan Kedewatan, Banjar,
Kedewatan, Kecamatan, Ubud
Gianyar, Bali 80571
Indonesia

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