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The Royal Pita Maha
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Located in the picturesque area of Kedewatan, in the Ubud region of Bali, The Royal Pita Maha overlooks the Ayung River at Batu Kurung.
This exquisite mountain retreat commands spectacular views. Kedewatan is a spiritually revered place as the area is believed to be blessed by the gods.
The resort is a luxurious expression of the true essence of Bali. Constructed using traditional Balinese design methods, such as alang alang roofs, the resort is fully integrated into the surrounding landscape. Open pavilions overlook rice terraces, river gorges and tropical woodlands.
Owned, built and managed by Ubud’s royal family, the resort offers a Royal House, 10 Healing Villas and 41 Pool Villas. Each villa has a private garden, outdoor lounging area and a swimming pool overlooking the Ayung River.
The facilities and services include 24-hour villa service, laundry and drycleaning, access to a doctor and complimentary broadband in each villa. There is also a wellness and healing centre, organic farm, in-house watersports and a departure lounge. Two lobby lounges and two main swimming pools, as well as a springwater lagoon on the Ayung River front, complete the resort. Business travellers also have a full range of facilities available, including an in-house event organiser to ensure every function hosted at the resort is a success.
Palatial setting
The main restaurant is elevated over three levels to allow sweeping views and serves Balinese inspired cuisine, international specialities and afternoon tea and cocktails on each of the three levels respectively. There is also an organic restaurant—the Ayung River Bar & Lounge offers light snacks and beverages against a stunning natural backdrop.
Guests have privileged access to the nearby attractions of the Ubud Palace, the colourful traditional market, the exciting monkey forest or the Museum Puri Lukisan. Go on jungle treks, whitewater rafting and guided elephant tours. Day trips can be easily made to Kuta, Nusa Dua or Sanur. Local artists and performers feature regularly at the resort which has an open-air stage for cultural performances and an in-house art gallery showcasing the best of Ubud’s artists.
With panoramic views and luxurious villas, The Royal Pita Maha is a resort of true elegance and beauty.
Location of The Royal Pita Maha
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.