The Royal Pita Maha Resort has lovely grounds that emphasize Balinese design and tropical greenery, including mature trees and a manmade lagoon. You’ll want to make plenty of time in your daily schedule for visits to the spa and leisurely drinks on the terrace. There’s a lovely selection of thoughtfully designed villas.

By car, it takes about 10 minutes to get to downtown Ubud. Visitors usually make a stop at the Sacred Monkey Sanctuary and the Royal Palace, where you can see some interesting Balinese architecture. Get a more complete picture of Balinese art and architecture with a visit to galleries and museums. Leave town to explore nature along the scenic Campuhan Ridge, or at the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces.

The meals are quite fresh, made from locally grown ingredients wherever possible — some ingredients are as local as the hotel’s backyard. Royal Pita Maha focuses on health and offers vibrant, artistically arranged meals. The restaurant has an open-air dining area with a lovely view of the landscape. The open bar and open kitchen that provides some entertainment while you wait for your meal. You can start your day with the breakfast that’s included in your stay. If you want a gourmet snack, book the hotel’s afternoon tea service.

The spa has open-air treatment areas, allowing you to feel surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Balinese landscape as you unwind. Choose from packages that combine a healthy afternoon tea, a body scrub, and massages. You can continue your self-care routine with on-site yoga classes and dips into the blue-green swimming pool and hot tub.

All of the resort’s luxury villas have small private pools and sumptuous views of the Ayung River valley. They also come with nicely appointed private bathrooms and evocative design, including four poster beds with canopies. If you don’t feel like making your way to the main lodge for meals, order convenient room service. You’ll feel like you’re in your own world while you’re here, but it’s easy to stay in touch thanks to the Wi-Fi.

Royal Pita Maha Resort caters to busy travelers. There’s a business center with internet access and a conference room. The staff also offers dry cleaning and laundry services.