Arya Arkananta Resort & Spa

This hotel is located a little way from the bustling center of Ubud. The surrounding area is rice paddies, and you can hear frogs and birds chirping. The roads around the hotel are very narrow, rough, and dark. The rooms are spacious and clean, and you can flush toilet paper down the toilet. I think it's a great place to relax and unwind. It seems like there might be a lot of bugs, but the room comes with an electric mosquito repellent. Getting around by motorbike taxi can be a bit thrilling due to the dark and rough roads, but it's still possible to move smoothly. The staff at the lobby are very friendly. The food is decent in terms of taste and price. The staff's hospitality is also adequate.

The value for money is pretty good, including breakfast and afternoon tea. However, my room was quite noisy, despite the beautiful and pleasant surroundings.

I really loved this hotel. The grounds are beautiful, well-maintained, and lush with greenery. The pool is super clean, with pleasant music, ample shade, and comfortable loungers. The room itself is huge, very stylishly decorated, with plenty of power outlets and various lighting options. But what I especially loved was the enormous balcony with a large sofa – it was so pleasant to just lie there and do nothing, listening to the breeze and the rustling leaves. Breakfast was impressive: you choose one of about 30 dishes to suit any taste, and everything is high quality. Delicious coffee, fresh juice, fruits, toast, and croissants. The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive. The hotel is a bit off the beaten path from Ubud center (about a 20-25 minute walk), but that's not a downside. Firstly, it ensures a peaceful, tranquil stay away from the noise and traffic of central Ubud. Secondly, if needed, the center is easily accessible on foot or by Grab Bike for less than a dollar. Thirdly, there are nice restaurants in the vicinity, including the hotel's own restaurant. We really enjoyed evening strolls through the local rural landscapes – that's exactly what makes Ubud worth visiting. The hotel also has a beautiful spa. We didn't use it, but it looked very stylish. As mentioned in other reviews, the hotel is located by a road that cars cannot drive on (the road is in good condition, just not wide enough for vehicles). So if you're coming by taxi, you need to set the destination to the address listed on Google Maps for the hotel. There's a small area with sofas where you'll be picked up by a golf cart to be taken directly to the hotel. It's literally just a few minutes' drive and about a 10-minute walk. This wasn't an issue for us at all. To sum up: this is excellent value for money. I highly recommend it, especially the Arkananta Premier Suite room category (rooms on the 2nd floor with a balcony).

This was our first trip to Indonesia and our first booking on Trip.com, so we were a bit anxious about everything going smoothly, especially since we don't speak English. However, the moment we arrived at the hotel, we knew we were welcome guests! The hotel is quite secluded, with not much to do or see right outside the premises. But this is more than compensated for by the beautiful rice paddies. We stayed in a hut with a private pool – the lighting was a bit dim, but otherwise, it was excellent. A comfortable, huge bed, crisp white linens, a great bathroom, and an outdoor rain shower. Everything was cleaned and restocked promptly. In the mornings, we woke up to birdsong, and at night, we fell asleep to the chirping of crickets. We swam in the pool day and night; the water was wonderfully refreshing. Upon our request, they provided us with a scooter, and we enjoyed exploring the surroundings and Ubud, amazed by the island's beauty. The breakfasts were magnificent! We also dined at the restaurant, and both the food and service were excellent. Initially, there was some noticeable discontent from a couple of staff members due to the language barrier, but that misunderstanding quickly dissipated. Honestly, it was more our fault for not knowing any English at all! Overall, the staff were positive, kind, and friendly. We also took part in the dinner with Indonesian dances – we absolutely loved everything. The hotel grounds are well-maintained, full of greenery and flowers, and everything is impeccable and beautiful at any time of day. There's also a spa and yoga classes available. Thank you for your hospitality! If the remoteness doesn't bother you (after all, taxis and scooters are readily available), then we definitely recommend it.

A very cozy hotel! It has a wonderful, secluded area with fish and a clean swimming pool. The service at the hotel is excellent; all the staff are polite, friendly, and always try to help. There's live music in the restaurant from time to time, and the singer has a beautiful voice. It was a bit challenging with the restaurant menu given my gastritis, but I was lucky with my room – it was very aesthetic, with a large, authentic bathroom and a comfortable seating area right outside.

This hotel is wonderful, but the best part is the people! The staff are simply amazing! And the surrounding beauty is marvelous too.