Hoshinoya Ubud, Bali
More photosTucked away in the dense, emerald jungles of Tampaksiring, east of Ubud, Hoshinoya Bali is a masterful blend of Japanese zen minimalism and rich Balinese spirituality. Launched in 2017 as the iconic luxury brand’s very first overseas outpost, this 30-villa sanctuary sits dramatically atop a hill that plunges 170 meters down into the sacred Pakerisan River valley.
The resort’s unique layout is the brainchild of Japanese architect Rie Azuma, who spent months studying local villages and traditional craft workshops. Instead of building isolated private plunge pools or a loud, central infinity pool, Azuma ingeniously lined the villas along three 70-meter-long, canal-like swimming pools. This layout mimics the flow of a natural jungle stream and honors Bali’s communal spirit.
Water is truly the lifeblood of the property. The resort is woven directly into an ancient subak irrigation canal—a centuries-old, UNESCO-recognized system that distributes water to nearby rice paddies and temples. Landscape designer Hiroki Hasegawa carefully preserved this historic channel, ensuring the soothing melody of flowing water echoes throughout the grounds.
For the ultimate view, guests gather at Café Gazebo, a series of open-air lounges styled like birdcages that project directly out over the steep, mist-shrouded valley, making you feel as if you are floating effortlessly above the jungle canopy.
Expert reviews
“Luxury minimalism at its best. This is Hoshinoya’s first property outside of Japan, and the rooms are larger while the room count is smaller (30 villas total) than most of their properties. The resort was designed by Rie Azuma, who spent considerable time researching Hindu temples and traditional Balinese culture.”
Featured in CN Traveler’s 2018 Hot List
“Hoshino Resorts’ first property outside Japan blends together influences of its homeland with a Balinese edge, creating an elegant, tranquil hillside retreat that holds its own among stiff competition in Ubud’s luxury retreat scene.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Beautiful hotel
- Swimming pool
- Friendly staff
Location
Recent guest reviews
19 January 2026
Fabulous
5 January 2026
Exceptional
21 October 2025
Exceptional
5 October 2025
Exceptional
17 September 2025
Exceptional
9 September 2025
Exceptional
27 August 2025
Fabulous
9 June 2025
Exceptional
4 June 2025
Exceptional
27 April 2025
Exceptional
20 January 2025
Exceptional
11 January 2025
Fabulous
8 January 2025
Exceptional
2 January 2025
Fabulous
24 December 2024
Very poor
13 September 2024
Disappointing
15 August 2024
Once bitten, twice shy
food, breakfast, dinner, river to swim
Dark rooms, cannot swim in the dark, poor list of activities for kids, yoga, spa
28 July 2024
We enjoyed our stay at Hoshinoya and would love to come back someday.
Beautiful location set in the thick of the rainforest. The resort design and connection with the land is really well considered.
The dining options were decent overall, but the real highlight for us was being able to swim and enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest. The room itself was amazing - a perfect balance to of modern and traditional aspects.
20 July 2024
Exceptional
20 March 2024
Exceptional
30 October 2023
Very good
Clean, great service, amazing swimming pool and good cages for a morning coffee with amazing view.
The food was expensive and small portions. The whole complex was almost empty, no clients .
8 October 2023
Nature
place. scenery
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14 September 2023
This place is amazing... in every way! Quiet, beautiful, luxurious... no words.
Everything!
Nothing.
27 August 2023
Pleasant
Swimming pool
Bathroom’s water was not hot enough. Changed the room was the same situations. We waste one night stay in the room without hot water.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (free)
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Minimarket on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Ironing service
- - Daily housekeeping
Activities
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Cycling
- - Diving (additional charge)
- - Snorkelling (additional charge)
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Walking tours
- - Themed dinner nights (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture
- - Live music/performance
- - Bicycle rental
Entertainment & family services
- - Board games/puzzles
Pool and wellness
- - Plunge pool
- - Shallow end
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Kids' pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
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