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The Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah
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Nestled in an exclusive estate surrounded by lush greenery and verdant rice fields, the Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah in Ubud offers one of the finest luxury retreats in the world. Originally a private estate, the resort is located just minutes from the centre of Ubud and offers 20 elegantly appointed villas and suites over a five-hectare expanse of rural landscaping. With privacy the essence, all villas and suites are designed to incorporate a traditional Balinese-style of architecture combined with a contemporary flair.
Each of the resort’s seven suites features a large bedroom, spacious bathroom with bathtub and outdoor shower, sitting area, and a private terrace. The nine Pool Villas comprise a luxurious bedroom, living area and a large bathroom with shower and outdoor bathtub. An external dining feature besides a private eight-metre pool with sun deck creates the perfect setting for in-villa entertaining. Assigned to each villa is a personal butler for the comfort and convenience of its guests.
The three Spa Villas each have an open-plan bedroom, sitting and dining areas, a spacious terrace with a daybed and a bathroom with separate bathtub and shower. A private massage suite, sauna, cold plunge pool and an exclusive semi-outdoor rainforest shower and bathtub complete the lavish residence for the ultimate luxury indulgence. Guests at the spa villas enjoy a (one) 90-minute massage for two and an afternoon spa treatment. The Two-Bedroom Estate boasts 550 square metres of living space two separate bedrooms, each with bathroom, large living and dining room overlooking the garden with fountain and a private pool with relaxing bale and is decorated with some impressive pieces from the private art collection of Hendra Hadiprana, one of Indonesia’s renowned architects and interior designers.
Overlooking lush paddy fields and the Gunung Agung volcano, the Club Lounge and The Restaurant is a unique venue for cocktails, afternoon tea and dinner with a delicious menu of international and traditional Balinese cuisines. Nature lovers will enjoy being serenaded by the chorus of birds from the adjacent Tanah Gajah aviary as they enjoy cocktails and cigars in the Bird Lounge.
The resort’s facilities include a large swimming pool, tennis court and private open-air amphitheatre where traditional Balinese dance performances are held.
The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah’s location at the cultural heart of Bali, makes it the perfect complement to its sister properties, The Legian and The Club at The Legian in trendy Seminyak.
The main crossroads in front of the Puri Saren palace is the 'navel' of Ubud—its cultural and historical focal point. Away from the main streets, Ubud is a quiet place featuring small lanes lined with homestays, warungs and Balinese compounds extending north and south from the main road.
A visit to Ubud isn't complete without going to the Monkey Forest Sanctuary south of the village which is inhabited by cheeky monkeys waiting for visitors with peanuts. The interesting Pura Dalem Agung (Temple of the Dead) is also located in the forest and features amazing ancient trees and sculptures.
Ubud features a range of accommodation including luxury properties with great spa settings and facilities, wonderful health retreats and spectacular views. There are cultural shows on nearly every night and organised tours can be easily arranged to visit other parts of Bali. Its central location makes it easy to get from Ubud to the mountains, beaches and major towns.
The main street is also lined with restaurants and cafes with a wide range of delicious foods to cater for all tastes.
Although visitors often outnumber residents during peak periods, Ubud retains the unhurried atmosphere and distinctive way of life of a small rural community. A day is not enough time to properly explore this charming village.">Guide to Ubud
Located in the lush slopes leading up towards the central mountains, Ubud is the cultural centre of Bali. A sanctuary for artisans, this quiet Balinese village is 60 minutes by car from Ngurah Rai International Airport. Ubud has a peaceful atmosphere and is a haven from busy Denpasar and Kuta.
Complementing the ancient temples and palaces is the unspoiled countryside that offers picturesque rice paddies, rivers and gorgeous scenery. There are many wonderful walks in every direction from Ubud, through the rice terraces, villages, jungle gorges and grassy hilltops. Organised walks cover a variety of themes including birdwatching and exploration of historic and cultural sites.
Ubud's beautiful surroundings and gracious way of life have drawn artists from all over the globe in recent decades, some of whom have even adopted Ubud as their home.
The main gallery areas are Jalan Raya, running from the Peliatan crossroads in the east all the way up to Sayan in the west; the main street through Peliatan; Pengosekan Village; Batuan Village; Penestanan Village; and the town of Mas, where the big-name woodcarvers have palatial galleries with impressive facades and enormous signs. Ubud is also known for its selection of Batik fabric, carvings, jewellery and paintings.
Ubud also has several art museums. To gain a true appreciation of Balinese art, visit Museum Neka which features mostly modern works by Balinese, Indonesian and Western artists who have worked in Bali, and also take time to see Museum Puri Lukisan—Ubud's "Palace of Art". Founded around 40 years ago by a group of artists and patrons from the Ubud royal palaces, it is set in a peaceful garden with fountains, statues and pools.
The main crossroads in front of the Puri Saren palace is the 'navel' of Ubud—its cultural and historical focal point. Away from the main streets, Ubud is a quiet place featuring small lanes lined with homestays, warungs and Balinese compounds extending north and south from the main road.
A visit to Ubud isn't complete without going to the Monkey Forest Sanctuary south of the village which is inhabited by cheeky monkeys waiting for visitors with peanuts. The interesting Pura Dalem Agung (Temple of the Dead) is also located in the forest and features amazing ancient trees and sculptures.
Ubud features a range of accommodation including luxury properties with great spa settings and facilities, wonderful health retreats and spectacular views. There are cultural shows on nearly every night and organised tours can be easily arranged to visit other parts of Bali. Its central location makes it easy to get from Ubud to the mountains, beaches and major towns.
The main street is also lined with restaurants and cafes with a wide range of delicious foods to cater for all tastes.
Although visitors often outnumber residents during peak periods, Ubud retains the unhurried atmosphere and distinctive way of life of a small rural community. A day is not enough time to properly explore this charming village.