Overview of Maya Ubud Resort & Spa
Around 2.7 km from the Ubud Royal Palace, on Jalan Gunung Sari in the village of Peliatan, Maya Ubud Resort & Spa spreads down a hillside towards the Petanu River. The property's own website describes 18 hectares of tropical landscape and a "hidden river valley below", which is the defining trait of this address: the upper part of the resort looks across forest and rice terraces, while the lower level sits right beside the river, where the Infinity Riverside Pool, The River Café and the Spa at Maya are found.
According to Traveloka's listing data, the resort was built in 2001 and last renovated in 2013. It is classified as a 5-star resort with 108 rooms spread over three floors, two restaurants and one bar. Traveloka's listing also notes that the property was previously named "Maya Ubud Resort and Spa", so travellers searching older guidebooks or booking confirmations may see the name written with "and" in place of the ampersand; it is the same resort.
The mix of accommodation is unusual for central Ubud. Rather than a single block of identical rooms, the resort combines forest-facing suites in the main buildings with a set of walled villas, some with a private pool or an outdoor whirlpool tub, and a Presidential Villa at the top of the ladder. That range makes Maya Ubud Resort & Spa relevant to several kinds of trip at once: couples on a honeymoon, families who want a kids' pool and kids' club, and groups who need a two-bedroom villa.
The official address is Jalan Gunung Sari, Peliatan, Ubud 80571, Bali, Indonesia. On Traveloka, the property sits within the Ubud area of Gianyar regency, and the listing places it roughly 1 km from the city centre reference point used by the platform.
Room Types at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa
The resort's official website lists six accommodation categories, split into two families: the Impressive suites in the main wings and the Heavenly villas set in their own gardens. They are presented below from the entry suite up to the largest villa. Rates and availability vary by date, so check the live room list on Traveloka for what can be booked on your travel dates.
Impressive Forest Suite
The entry category is the Impressive Forest Suite, which the official site lists at 48 square metres. It can be set up with one king bed (200 x 200 cm) or two single beds (100 x 200 cm) and accommodates up to four adults. The suite has expansive windows and a private balcony overlooking either a misty valley or rice terraces, and butler service is included. Connecting suites are available, which helps families or friends travelling together.
Impressive Forest Corner Suite
The Impressive Forest Corner Suite is slightly larger at 56 square metres, with the same choice of one king or two single beds and the same four-adult maximum. Its distinguishing feature is a corner position with two private balconies, giving views over rice paddy fields or the Petanu River. Butler service is part of the stay.
Heavenly Jacuzzi Villa
The first of the villa categories, the Heavenly Jacuzzi Villa, measures up to 245 square metres according to the resort's website. It offers king or twin bedding for up to four adults, with an outdoor whirlpool tub set in a Balinese garden and terrace, plus butler service.
Heavenly Pool Villa
The Heavenly Pool Villa extends to up to 360 square metres and adds a 14-square-metre private pool, 1.2 metres deep, along with an outdoor rainforest shower and a Balinese garden. It sleeps up to four adults, comes with butler service, and connecting villas are available.
Heavenly Two Bedroom Pool Villa
For groups or larger families, the Heavenly Two Bedroom Pool Villa covers 385 square metres with one king bedroom and one twin bedroom, accommodating up to eight adults. It has a 21-square-metre private pool (1.2 metres deep), an outdoor whirlpool tub, a living room and butler service.
Maya Presidential Villa
The top category is the Maya Presidential Villa at 950 square metres. It combines a king bedroom with a twin bedroom (two 120 x 200 cm beds) for up to eight adults, a 30-square-metre private pool, a separate living area, an outdoor rainforest shower, a complimentary minibar and butler service.
Across the property, Traveloka's facility list includes air conditioning, a bathrobe, bathtub, shower, desk, hairdryer, in-room safe, minibar and TV among in-room facilities, and non-smoking rooms are available. Exact fittings differ between suites and villas, so read the room details on the listing before you book.
Facilities and Amenities
Water is the theme of the resort's leisure areas. The official site names two main pools, both described as infinity pools: the Infinity Forest Pool on the upper grounds, where morning mist drifts across the water, and the Infinity Riverside Pool, which overhangs the banks of the Petanu River. A separate kids' pool is provided for younger swimmers, and Traveloka lists an outdoor pool with sun loungers and a children's pool.
Wellness is the other pillar. The Spa at Maya is set at river level, and Traveloka's data confirms both a spa and massage services. The resort also has a fitness centre, a yoga pavilion offering Balinese yoga classes, and a tennis court. On the official site, a kids' club, the Growing Grounds activity space (used for cooking classes, mixology classes and other nature-led activities), an open-air lounge and the Maya Art Lounge, which displays antique handicrafts, fabrics and homewares, complete the list.
- Pools: Infinity Forest Pool, Infinity Riverside Pool and a kids' pool (official site); outdoor pool with sun loungers (Traveloka)
- Wellness: Spa at Maya, massage, fitness centre, yoga pavilion
- Sport and recreation: tennis court, garden, bicycle rental
- Family: kids' club, children's pool, babysitting with a surcharge
- Business: business centre and meeting facilities
- Connectivity: free WiFi, including WiFi in public areas
- Transport: free parking, valet parking, car rental, area shuttle and airport transfer with a surcharge
Service is handled by a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security, according to Traveloka, with a concierge, bellhop, multilingual staff, laundry service, luggage storage, a safety deposit box and tour arrangements. The official site adds an in-house guest clinic with a doctor on call. The property is listed as wheelchair accessible; guests with specific mobility needs should contact the resort about the routes down to the riverside level.
Location and Getting There
Peliatan sits on the eastern side of Ubud, which gives Maya Ubud Resort & Spa a quieter setting while keeping central Ubud close. The resort's official site states that the centre of Ubud is a leisurely stroll away and also offers a free shuttle into Ubud centre, which it describes as a 5 to 10 minute drive. Distances published on the official location page include:
- Pepito Market Andong: about 1.7 km
- Ubud Royal Palace: about 2.7 km
- Ubud Art Market: about 2.8 km
- Saraswati Temple: about 2.9 km
- Museum Puri Lukisan: about 3 km
- Monkey Forest: about 3.4 km
- Campuhan Ridge Walk: about 3.5 km
- Goa Gajah: about 4.6 km
- Tegallalang Rice Terrace: about 9.6 km
- Tegenungan Waterfall: about 10.2 km
- Tirta Empul Temple: about 13.2 km
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport lies about 38 km to the south, according to the resort's website, and Traveloka's listing estimates the trip at around 55 minutes; actual journey times depend on traffic through Denpasar and Gianyar. Travellers from Singapore can book flights to Bali on Traveloka and then arrange the resort's airport transfer, which Traveloka lists as available with a surcharge. Free parking on site is useful for anyone driving a rental car.
With Ubud's temples, markets and rice terraces all within reach, it is easy to plan day trips from the resort. For guided tours, cooking classes or tickets to nearby attractions, browse things to do in Ubud and around Bali on Traveloka before you go.
Dining at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa
The resort's official website lists three dining venues, each tied to a different level of the property. Traveloka's data, which records two restaurants and one bar, also confirms a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, a café, a coffee shop, a bar and buffet breakfast.
- Mayasari: the all-day restaurant, serving an extensive breakfast buffet with à la carte specialties in the morning, afternoon tea, and themed cultural dinners in the evening.
- Tree Bar: an open-air pavilion above the Ubud valley serving international dishes with Mediterranean influences, beers, cocktails and wine by the glass, open from morning until late evening.
- The River Café: an open-air riverside café overlooking the Petanu River and the Infinity Riverside Pool, serving Italian-inspired favourites during the day.
Room service is available 24 hours, according to Traveloka, which is handy for late arrivals from evening flights. Breakfast may or may not be part of your rate, depending on the room package you choose; Traveloka's policy notes indicate an extra breakfast charge per guest when it is not included, so check the inclusion before confirming. Beyond the resort, the free shuttle to central Ubud makes it simple to try the town's cafés and warungs for an evening out.
Why Stay at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa
The clearest reason to choose Maya Ubud Resort & Spa is the riverside setting. Within a short shuttle ride of central Ubud, the resort pairs an upper level of forest suites with a lower level of pools, spa and café right on the Petanu River. Guests can spend the morning walking to the palace and art market, then return to swim beside the river in the afternoon.
The second reason is choice. The six categories run from a 48-square-metre suite to a 950-square-metre Presidential Villa, every one with butler service, so a couple, a family with children and a group of eight adults can all find a suitable layout within the same resort. Connecting suites and connecting villas widen the options further.
The third is the range of things to do without leaving the grounds: two named infinity pools, a kids' club, yoga classes, a tennis court, cooking and mixology classes at the Growing Grounds, and the Maya Art Lounge. Combined with a free shuttle into town, free parking and 24-hour room service, the resort works well for both active sightseers and guests who want a slower pace. If you are still weighing your options, compare other hotels in Ubud on Traveloka to see how the resort sits alongside nearby choices.
Tips for Booking Maya Ubud Resort & Spa on Traveloka
- Match the room to your group. The suites take up to four adults; for six to eight adults, look at the Heavenly Two Bedroom Pool Villa or the Maya Presidential Villa.
- Request a view preference. Forest suites overlook either the valley or rice terraces, and the corner suite has two balconies. Add your preference in the special request field, noting that requests depend on availability at check-in.
- Check the breakfast inclusion. Some rates include breakfast and others do not; an extra breakfast charge per guest applies when it is not part of the package.
- Read the domestic-rate rule. The resort's check-in instructions state that bookings under a "Domestic" room type require an Indonesian ID, KITAS or KITAP at check-in. Foreign visitors, including travellers from Singapore, should choose a standard room type.
- Plan around check-in and check-out. Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00. Use the luggage storage if your flight leaves later.
- Bring ID and a payment card. Valid government-issued identification and a credit card or cash for deposits and incidentals may be required at check-in.
- Arrange transfers early. The airport transfer is available with a surcharge; book it ahead, especially for late-night arrivals.
Booking on Traveloka lets you compare room categories, see the current inclusions and pay in a way that suits you, all in one place. Ready to put the rest of your Bali trip together? Start planning on the Traveloka homepage.
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