Alila Ubud
Payangan, Ubud
Hotel in Ubud, Indonesia
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Price
$100–200per night
Why go
Alila Ubud is a strong fit for travelers who want Ubud as a calm retreat rather than a walk-out nightlife base. Its MICHELIN Guide hotel selection recognition gives it a useful trust signal, and the better comparison set is wellness and resort-led Ubud properties rather than central city hotels.
About Alila Ubud
Alila Ubud is an Ubud hotel with MICHELIN Guide, Hotels Selected recognition for 2025. A clear hotel-recognition signal makes it a strong candidate for an Ubud stay.
Use Alila Ubud as a candidate when the brief is an Ubud hotel stay and confirmed recognition matters.
Planning your stay at Alila Ubud
For a trip linked to work, rest, or a special occasion, Alila Ubud is best considered as an Ubud hotel with a confirmed MICHELIN Guide hotel selection signal.
Compare Alila Ubud with other hotel options such as COMO Shambhala Estate, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Kappa Senses Ubud, Abisena Wellness and Resort Ubud, and Chapung Sebali.
Who should cross-shop before committing
COMO Shambhala Estate, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Kappa Senses Ubud, Abisena Wellness and Resort Ubud, and Chapung Sebali are natural comparison points for travelers reviewing hotel stays.
Choose Alila Ubud when you want an Ubud hotel with MICHELIN Guide, Hotels Selected recognition. For a trip built around restaurants, start with the Ubud restaurants guide; for broader planning, use the Ubud hotels guide, the Ubud bars guide, the Ubud wineries guide, and the Ubud experiences guide.
Quick reference: a strong choice for travelers seeking an Ubud hotel with a confirmed 2025 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection signal. Dress code: smart casual.
Planning details
- Location
- Melinggih Kelod, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80572, Indonesia
- Website
- hyatt.com/alila-hotels-and-resorts/en-US/dpsau-alila-ubud?src=corp_lclb_google_seo_dpsau
- Phone
- +62 361 975963
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Alila Ubud sits dramatically above the Ayung River gorge, trading rice-paddy panoramas for a more theatrical jungle-and-rapids setting. The property reads as design-led and architecturally considered rather than formulaic, a quality that survives its inclusion in the Hyatt portfolio. That combination of considered architecture and a remote, elevated site gives the hotel a refined, scenic temperament: guests are framed by dense canopy and river vistas rather than the bustle of central Ubud. Because it sits north of the main cultural corridor, the overall atmosphere skews secluded and meditative rather than urban or touristy.
Best For
Alila Ubud suits travelers who prioritize setting and design over immediate access to Ubud’s cultural cluster. Its location above the Ayung River gorge means guests trade walking proximity to the palace and galleries for dramatic natural views and an intentionally designed physical environment. The 2025 MICHELIN Selected designation and comparisons with other high-end resorts place it in a peer group aimed at people who book premium stays for the environment and dining as much as for brand-level service. It’s a fit for those who expect thoughtful architecture, scenic seclusion, and elevated hospitality.
Stay Tips
The dining programme is a strategic differentiator for properties in this tier, and Alila Ubud’s 2025 MICHELIN Selected designation underscores that food and beverage are a notable part of the stay. If dining is a central reason for choosing this hotel, treat the hotel’s restaurants as part of the core experience and factor them into your planning. Also bear in mind the property’s location north of Ubud’s main corridor: excursions into town require a drive, so allow time for transfers if you plan to combine hotel dining with visits to central Ubud.
Venue details
Ambiance
Tranquil and serene with lush jungle surroundings, open-air terraces, and calming natural light fostering deep connection to nature.
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Experience
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About the Stay
- Rooms
- 74
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 12:00
- Property Type
- Boutique hotel
- Property Style
- Contemporary Balinese Hillside Village Blending Modern Geometry with Traditional Architecture
- Design Style
- Minimalist Fusion of Smooth Plaster, Concrete, Thatched Roofs, Terrazzo, and Natural Materials
- Airport Transfer
- Available
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- Yes
- Families
- Welcome
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Melinggih Kelod, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80572, Indonesia
Planning details
Location
Melinggih Kelod, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80572, Indonesia · Directions
hyatt.com/alila-hotels-and-resorts/en-US/dpsau-alila-ubud?src=corp_lclb_google_seo_dpsau
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to look if this is not the right fit
Choose COMO Shambhala Estate if wellness is the priority. Choose Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve if the occasion calls for a more polished resort stay.
Hotel context
How Alila Ubud compares in Ubud
Alila Ubud is the calmer, retreat-leaning choice in this set. COMO Shambhala Estate is the stronger pick when wellness programming is the whole point of the trip, while Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is the more obvious splurge comparison for travelers who want a higher-touch resort experience.
Kappa Senses Ubud and Abisena Wellness and Resort Ubud are better cross-shops for value-conscious travelers who still want an Ubud wellness mood. Chapung Sebali is worth comparing if ambiance and a softer design-led stay matter more than formal luxury signals.
The practical call: pick Alila Ubud for a quiet special-occasion or post-meeting reset; pick COMO Shambhala Estate for wellness depth; pick Mandapa when budget is secondary to resort polish; pick Kappa Senses or Abisena when value is the deciding factor.
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Compare Alila Ubud
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Alila Ubud | Ubud | 2025 Michelin Selected Hotels |
| Kappa Senses Ubud | Ubud | No published awards |
| COMO Shambhala Estate | Ubud | 2026 Virtuoso Luxury Hotel Collection2026 Forbes 4-Star2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels2026 La Liste Top Hotels2026 Michelin 1 Key2025 Michelin 1 Key2025 Forbes 4-Star |
| Abisena Wellness and Resort Ubud | Gianyar | No published awards |
| Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve | Ubud | Top 10 Resorts in Indonesia: Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 · #12026 Travel + Leisure 100 Favorite Hotels in the World · #452026 World’s 50 Best Hotels 51-100 · #61100 Most Incredible Hotels in the World · 20262026 Forbes 5-Star2026 Virtuoso Luxury Hotel Collection2026 La Liste Top Hotels2026 Michelin 3 Keys2025 Travel + Leisure 100 Favorite Hotels in the World · #13 |
| Chapung Sebali | Ubud | 2026 Michelin 1 Key2025 Michelin 1 Key |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Alila Ubud compare to other hotels?
Alila Ubud is best compared with other stays such as COMO Shambhala Estate, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Kappa Senses Ubud, Abisena Wellness and Resort Ubud, and Chapung Sebali. The clearest confirmed point for Alila Ubud is its 2025 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection recognition.
Which room category is best at Alila Ubud?
Specific room-category guidance is not offered here. Choose based on the room descriptions, inclusions, and policies Alila Ubud currently publishes for your dates.
