Our stay at Alam Jiwa was one of the best we’ve ever had. The rooms were pristine and extremely comfortable, surrounded by stunningly beautiful nature. It is perfectly located away from the madness of central Ubud, while still being very walkable, though there are also some fantastic eating spots nearby. However, it was the team at Alam Jiwa who really made our stay so unforgettable - from the huge, family-like welcome to the 2am volcano trek breakfast boxes, nothing was ever too great an ask for them. We couldn’t recommend Alam Jiwa (and its employees) enough.

That we couldn’t stay longer.

The location is close to some good cafes, restaurants, wellness spas, art shops and yoga places. However, there is no need to leave the hotel if you’re seeking a relaxed abode. The pool and the room are so beautiful and relaxing I could have stayed there and just chill. I even had a massage therapist came to my room. Everything is very clean and they have clean filtered water for you in the room and on near the pool. The staff is so lovely and kind and go out of their way to make your stay the best one ever. I was unfortunately unwell one day and ended up in hospital (an infection I caught on one of my outings). When I called the reception a doctor was there very quickly and one of the staff members stayed at the hospital with me for hours to make sure I'm okay. The staff also brought me some flowers. I can't tell you how much these people care and really look after you.

The quality of towels good be better. They were a bit on the 'old' and thin side and at times not that white any longer.

The staff were the highlight of my trip. They were warm, friendly and helpful... a true embodiment of the spirit of Ubud. The breakfast served in our private terrace was delicious and generous. You are provided with a menu and are able to select the items you want and can order via whatsapp. The terrace views are lovely and gardens are gorgeous. We also enjoyed the outdoor shower quite alot. The location is great with restaurants and the monkey forest was within walking distance.

Our rooms were somewhat aged and in need of some maintenance. The walls have some water damage with paint peeling in some places. This was something I was willing to overlooked in light of the many positives.

The staff was wonderful. The apartment was nice with a beautiful view of the rice fields. We enjoyed the breakfast very much. The juice served is marvelous. The location is very quiet and the hotel itself is original Bali style. Built near the jungle with fruit trees around you and the tranquilizing sound of running water, you get the sensation of walking in The Gardens of Eden.

The only thing we didn't really like was that we had booked full board. The hotel has no kitchen facilities so all food comes from outside as take away. Even though the staff makes a great effort to serve the food the best possible way, it gets boring after at few days always have to select from the same few dishes. At the end, we knew the menu card by heart, and on the last days we skipped lunch and dinner and had something outside. Besides being takeaway, full board is also very much overpriced for what you get. So, I cannot recommend the meals beside breakfast, but we loved everything else.

Room was well appointed and it was actually pretty big. The sitting and lounging area were pretty great too. Bathroom was super clean and the outdoor shower was a nice touch. Breakfast service was also pretty good. Staff was excellent, super helpful and extremely friendly.

Rooms could use a little more lighting. it was pretty dark in the room (the dark wood didnt help the cause). The bath towels were very very small. As awesome at the stay and location of the hotel are, I do think relatively to other properties available and we ended up staying after, Alam Jiwa was more expensive than it should have been.

The property is lovely and peaceful, and the room itself was huge with a beautiful balcony looking over the rice fields. The breakfast was amazing with the option to have it on the balcony in the room or by the pool. Afternoon tea and cake was also available everyday. The staff were so lovely and friendly! The location was good, within walking distance to the busy centre but also plenty of restaurants and cafes close by and away from the main crowds.

Nothing! There were some bugs in the room but that is to be expected given the location and the staff were always lighting mosquito coils.

so peaceful - beautiful grounds, stunning pool and incredibly accommodating staff

The breakfast was excellent and we had a choice of having it served at our terrace or by the pool. It's a complete spread with fresh fruit, fresh juice, a hot breakfast, and coffee. There's no restaurant on the property. The rooms are very spacious and beautiful. My husband and I enjoyed having our tea poolside. The staff at Alam Jiwa was very warm and friendly. The service was outstanding. The neighborhood is close to town but in a quieter area with plenty of cute restaurants and bars. We felt very safe walking around even at night. The hotel provides a free shuttle service into and out of the main thoroughfare, but my husband and I ventured out to town by walking through the narrow and very busy road (with motorbikes) alongside the Monkey Sanctuary. It was about a 20-minute walk. We really loved this area of Ubud - Nyuh Kuning - and will definitely stay here again. Just a few steps away from Alam Jiwa is an outstanding yoga studio - Taman Hati, and a charming little restaurant called Warung Rama that serves traditional Balinese comfort food with a lot of love.

I would have liked a bar or lounge on the property, but it really was not a big deal because there are plenty of spots to walk to. The neighborhood where Alam Jiwa is located is very lovely and venturing into the neighboring restaurants and bars is highly recommended. There's a store a few steps away so one can pick up some beers and keep them cold in the fridge in your room.

The property is magnificent. The gardens are just lovely, private and beautiful. We loved our Balinese style home with its natural wood and carvings. The outdoor private shower was spectacular. You are surrounded by peace lilies and other beautiful tropical plants as the water pours overhead. It was just magical and felt terrific. Each morning we had a delicious breakfast served to us on our private veranda which overlooked our private yard of tropical plantings. The staff could not have been more welcoming, kind and responsive. They arranged for drivers to and from Ubud, who were more than accommodating. In one case, as we went into a store to purchase an extra suitcase, our driver patiently waited for us, then dropped us off to explore Ubud while he drove our suitcase back to Alam Jiwa. This was service that went above and beyond. It so added to what is now for us a visit of a lifetime. Alam Jiwa is a treasure.

We wished the lighting in the room was better. During the day, with all the windows and beautiful Balinese light, it wasn’t a problem. But at night it was too dark in the bedroom area. The bathroom areas, however, was very well lit. We would recommend better lamp lighting, especially by the bed.

A hidden gem, an oasis of calm in bustling Ubud. At the end of a cul-de-sac, you walk into the park-like garden of Alam Jiwa. What a paradise. A lovely swimming pool, hospitable welcome with fresh fruit juice. You are in the middle of nature; our villa (divided into two large accommodations; one downstairs and one upstairs) was very large and luxurious. Showers overlooking the rice fields, a terrace also with beautiful views over the rice fields. Every morning a delicious, huge breakfast full of fresh products and afternoon tea with cake. You feel like God in Bali here. Lots of care and attention to detail; fresh flowers everywhere, fresh fruit, offering bowls. Highly recommended!