We loved our stay at Alam Shanti! We stayed in the Indus room which was beautiful with all the Balinese architecture. The veranda was beautiful and we saw monkeys every morning in the trees. The staff also kept the monkeys away while we ate our breakfast, so we didn’t have to worry about them. We enjoyed a great breakfast and afternoon tea and cake on the veranda. The staff made sure I had gluten free bread and cake in the afternoon, as I have Celiacs which was so appreciated! The staff were so kind, helpful and friendly. While the Ubud area is very busy, Alam Shanti is in a quiet location and felt like an oasis! We are so glad we stayed here!

This accommodation is stunning. The rooms are almost palatial in size, and the beauty of the architecture and artisan detail on everything was just gorgeous. The staff were lovely and so accommodating. My massage therapist Rhonny was fantastic. It felt almost like a family run affair with great attention to detail. The jungle felt right on out doorstep, and the beautiful gardens surrounding each house, were lovingly attended to. Only a 10-15 min walk through the monkey forest to town. Several small, but great little eateries only a few meters down either side of the road. We pre booked a free lift into town once or twice, but it was so much quicker to walk as the traffic in Ubud is now equal to that down in Seminyak and Canggu.

The only downsides (and they were only minor) was that there was no onsite restaurant; and no phone line (you had to use WhatsApp - which I don’t use) As my son was unwell for a few of our days there, it would have been handy if he could have ordered a meal whilst we were out.

Alam Shanti is such a thoughtfully designed property. The layout, the room size and decor is sublime. It was our third stay in the room Gangga and we were as happy as first 2 visits. The room is huge, lovely big outdoor balcony to enjoy the jungle and relax, the outdoor bathroom is very well put together and the whole lot is completed by beautiful traditional Balinese decorations. Also very happy about the refillable toiletries and water, so no plastic waste at all 👏👏👏👏👏 private pool is very large and lovely. Staff were all so friendly and helpful, very much what we love about Bali and it’s people. Can wholeheartedly recommend Alam Shanti. Out of the busy area enough to relax but a short walk if you want the shopping . There are enough restaurants on the Alam Shanti side of the monkey forest that you can stay and be satisfied. Surrounding area is very pretty with traditional architecture and village life.

The staff went above and beyond and were so friendly and personable. Always happy to have a chat and answer questions but also knew when to give you your space. We spent hours relaxing on our downstairs terrace and garden. Felt very private even though shared with room upstairs. We saw fire flies in the evening. Breakfast was delicious. Loved eating it on the terrace and that you could choose something different each day. Rooms clean and bed comfortable. Daily afternoon tea was a lovely touch. Fantastic location I wouldn’t stay in any other area in Ubud. Quiet, great restaurants. Real village vibe. Very spacious our toddler had the best time exploring.

It didn’t bother us but there were monkeys on the grounds and sometimes interrupted breakfast. Staff were very prompt at moving them on but if you’re scared of monkeys I wouldn’t stay here.

You are basically in the jungle. Monkey forest was so close that we had roaming monkeys on our balcony :) The place is magnificent, so beautiful and peaceful. It’s luxurious and spacious. The hotel consists of 4 houses and 8 guest rooms in total. It felt private and in the same time the stuff cared for us without interrupting. This is one of the most unique hotels I have ever been in. Thank you for everything, Alam Shanti!!

I can’t think of anything we didn’t like. Maybe only the limited menu choice in the hotel’s restaurant but it is so tiny compared to all the beautiful things there that it seems insignificant.

Alam Shanti is perfect, set in beautiful gardens in the village of Nyuh Kuning, it is a peaceful escape from busy Ubud (which can be easily accessed by walking or taxi). The rooms are beautiful, and the staff are amazing, providing any help you need, and always so friendly. Breakfasts are varied and delicious and the swimming pool is stunning. They can organise massages, tours and transfers to and from the airport. Nyuh Kuning has some great restaurants and cafes and is a lovely area to wander around. Very close to Tradisi which is a wonderful shop for textiles and sarongs.

Nothing, it was perfect.

Breakfast was excellent and so was afternoon coffee with sweets. Which was free by the way. There is a shuttle bus which will take you almost anywhere in the city and pick you up again! And it's free! Ubud is noisy, but from this hotel you cannot hear any of it. The garden is like a botanical garden with ponds, and they have their own little rice field. Rooms are an experience in themselves. The design is gorgeous. Never saw anything like this. Staff is helpful at all times.

Nothing not to like, but there is perhaps an issue with the drinking water provided in the room. The container gets sunlight during the day and it had a strange taste and smell. I drank from it. My girlfriend did not. I now have serious stomach problems and she does not. I cannot say for sure that this water is the cause.

There was nothing to dislike about this place. It seemed like traditional Balinese accommodation modified for tourist comfort to a high standard. Service to the room was excellent, the gardens a haven of tranquility from the hustle and bustle of Ubud. Whilst there was no direct catering on site, meals were brought in from associated establishments locally, that was in no way detrimental to the quality or the service. It was a stay we'll remember for all the best reasons

Nothing comes to mind given the character and style of the accommodation

Our children were happiest walking around the gorgeous gardens, talking to the beautiful staff and swimming in the pool. Walking distance to a calm street with a great choice of restaurants.

The only downside with young children, is accessing the centre of town. As I understand you can walk through monkey forest, but not with kids. We made the use of the free shuttle, which was fabulous, but be mindful that with traffic it can take 20 mins + Be mindful. Ubud centre is BUSY! We preferred taking day tours outside of town.

A very beautiful place to stay outside the craziness of central Ubud. We stayed here as a family of 9 in 3 “rooms” .. the two one bedroom suites came with a private pool. The suites are huge with so many lovely traditional features, gardens and ponds. Staff are very nice and responsive to any requests . There are plenty of places to eat nearby and a complimentary shuttle into the town if you choose to leave the more peaceful environment of the village. Highly recommend as a base for Ubud.

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