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General Information
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Alila
Ubud is a tranquil and secluded hillside retreat that sits
high up on the edge of the rich green Ayung River valley
in Bali’s central foothills. The resort is located
just minutes from Ubud, the island’s cultural heart.
Blending contemporary design and traditional Balinese architecture,
the secluded courtyards, spacious terraces and private gardens
create an intimate feeling like none other.
Alila
Ubud, in the traditional Balinese hill village of Payangan
and on the banks of the mystical and magical Ayung River,
is just five kilometers from Bali's artistic center of Ubud,
the place where artists and painters, writers and musicians
from around the world find their inspiration. Here guests
can visit a number of art galleries and museums, see dramatic
and opulent temple festivals and dances, and take in the
magic of the real Bali.
The
hills and valleys surrounding Alila Ubud contain a number
of traditional villages and family compounds as well as
some of the most spectacular scenery in Bali. Various tours
are available from Alila Ubud featuring treks through the
stunning local countryside away from the tourist crowds.
Not-to-be-missed
tours include a trip to the island's central volcanoes,
the village of Kintamani and the beautiful scenery of Lake
Batur; a cultural tour of Ubud and a visit to Gianyar, the
home of ikat weaving and the Goa Gajah Elephant Cave.
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If
you were to rank the 50 most beautiful hotel swimming pools in
the world, then Alila Ubud would be right up there at the top
(actually it is – see the cover photo left). Moving from
the pool bar into the cool depths, the water’s surface seems
to flow endlessly through the terraced jungle and reach up to
the sky.
Alila Ubud Room
The
resort’s rooms and suite villas stand above a ravine on stilts
like tree houses. The world-renowned architectural firm Kerry
Hill Architects makes use of traditional Balinese design, but
it is transformed into modern geometry. Smooth plaster walls and
concrete meet thatched roofs; terrazzo tiles meet gravel or crushed
rock; wood meets glass.
The
56 Deluxe Rooms featured below are housed in 14 two-storey blocks
designed to resemble a Balinese village. All rooms have panoramic
views of the magical Ayung River and surrounding volcanoes.
The
lower floor rooms (Deluxe - pictured below) feature individual
garden terraces and a back courtyard with an open-air bathroom
and shower. The upper floor rooms (Superior) feature a private
balcony and unobstructed views.
There
are four superb Ayung River Villas (pictured left) and four Garden
Villas. The Ayung River Suites offer a spacious walk-around deck
and are perched over the valley affording spectacular views of
the Ayung River. The Garden Suites provide a private tropical
garden and an outside bath surrounded by a lotus pond.
Alila Ubud Facilities
The
Pool
The
dramatic emerald-green swimming pool is perched on a terrace and
appears to float above the plunging Ayung River valley below.
The pool is surrounded by stone-tiled sun decks that feature comfortable
sun-beds with attractive Balinese umbrellas.
Mandara
Spa
The
Mandara Spa at Alila Ubud comprises one double Deluxe Spa Villa,
a double Spa Pavilion, a double Spa Suite, a dedicated Thai Massage
Suite, two single Spa Suites, a Manicure and Pedicure Salon and
Spa Reception.
The
Spa Pavilion and Suites all feature open-air treatment areas and
bathrooms with waterfall showers, while the Thai Suite offers
air-conditioned comfort.
Leisure
Concierge
Tours
of the surrounding area can be arranged from Alila Ubud’s
leisure concierge. They include trips to the mountain village
of Kintamani, the spectacular rice terraces at Tegalalang, the
natural springs at Tampaksiring, Ubud’s galleries, museums
and souvenir shops, and the village of Petulu, home to a large
flock of white egrets.
Village
Trekking
Alila
Ubud's location in a traditional mountain village above the sacred
Ayung River lends itself to a series of scenic and cultural treks.
Alila Ubud-organized tours include a knowledgeable local guide.
Mountain
Biking
Alila
Ubud has its own 18-speed mountain bikes for guests to explore
the surrounding countryside alone or on specially-arranged tours
with experienced adventure guides.
The
Fine Art Gallery
The
Art Gallery at Alila Ubud provides a showcase for contemporary
Indonesian art. Each year, some major exhibitions are held as
part of the hotel’s commitment to help promote gifted local
artists.
Meeting
Facilities
The
relaxed and calm environment of Alila Ubud is conducive to small,
intimate meetings. A meeting room located on the ground floor
of the hotel's central courtyard can host up to 30 participants.
Others
Library
& TV Lounge
Boutique and Drugstore
24-hour room service
Complimentary shuttle service to Ubud
Room Safe
Laundry and Dry Cleaning
Airport Transfer and Car Rental
Sculpture Garden
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