During a vacation to Bali I stayed at Arya Villas Ubud for four days, and my experience was excellent from start to finish. Everything was far above my expectations, and the kindness of the staff truly made the stay memorable.
My mornings began with breakfast at the restaurant, where I was greeted with fresh juice of local fruits, great coffee, and a wide selection of breakfast options. All days I ended up with the breakfast smoothie bowl because I loved it so much.
I had dinner at the restaurant every evening as well. The staff were always kind, and the food was consistently excellent. I can highly recommend the tuna steak or the mie goreng — both were outstanding.
During the days, I explored Ubud and the surrounding areas. The team at Arya Villas were always ready to help arrange tours or offer guidance in general. From home I had pre-booked one full-day tour before arriving, and I was picked up early one morning. Without me saying a word, the restaurant staff asked if they should prepare a breakfast meal box for me to bring along — really nice gesture.
I also tried the hotel’s massage service twice, mainly to reset after the long flight. The massages are more expensive than in town, but in my view the experience and quality is on a completely different level. I was welcomed with cold tea, asked about my preferences and allergies, and even got to choose the type of oil. The massages themselves were excellent and deeply relaxing. Enik and Widnyani - two of the massage therapists were both gentle, attentive, and checked in often about pressure and comfort. I’m not exactly a massage expert, but the quality really impressed me — I even fell asleep during one session.
My villa was fantastic — clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with air conditioning, a bathtub, and a shower - all kept in Balinesian style. Housekeeping kept everything spotless each day. I didn’t spend much time at the pool, but it’s a peaceful spot with views over the rice fields and plenty of space to relax.
While the facilities were wonderful, it was the staff who truly made my stay exceptional. Their politeness, warmth, and genuine friendliness stood out every single day.
A special thanks goes to Wardu, who picked me up at the airport and handled the free shuttle rides to Ubud. He was incredibly kind and always ready to help. I also want to thank Dipa, the hotel manager, helping me calmly and politely with some challenges related with traveling in a new country. And finally, a heartfelt thanks goes to the desk team — especially Juli. Juli welcomed me upon arrival with a warm smile and patiently explained everything I needed to know. Every morning, she greeted me just as warmly, offering help in a way that felt polite and genuine but never forced.
I’m sending Arya Villas Ubud and the entire team behind my best recommendations. If I return to Bali, I will undoubtedly choose to stay here again.