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<h2><strong>Why stay?</strong></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A hidden retreat from reality, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is an oasis of calm that inspires relaxation from the moment you arrive. With hectares of grounds, a burbling river and traditional temples still used by locals, this is a luxury retreat that once discovered will never be forgotten.</span></p>
<h3><strong>The Neighborhood</strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ubud, Bali&#8217;s arts and crafts center, is more commercial than 10 years ago but still retains an independent feel. Some of the most iconic temples in Bali are nearby, amidst lush vegetation under spectacular skies. Quite honestly, if you stay at Mandapa, you won&#8217;t want to venture away from its uniquely magical ambiance. Worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Reserve experience promises a lush, unspoiled sanctuary, and it delivers.</span></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-143910 size-full" src="https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Ritz-Carlton-Reserve-Mandapa-Aerial-View.jpg" alt="The Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Mandapa - Aerial View" width="1200" height="800" srcset="https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Ritz-Carlton-Reserve-Mandapa-Aerial-View.jpg 1200w, https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Ritz-Carlton-Reserve-Mandapa-Aerial-View-300x200.jpg 300w, https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Ritz-Carlton-Reserve-Mandapa-Aerial-View-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Ritz-Carlton-Reserve-Mandapa-Aerial-View-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></p>
<h4><strong>The Feel</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A magical kingdom was discovered, with breathtaking views from every angle. Set among 24 acres of lush paddy fields and vegetation alongside the Ayung River. It&#8217;s apt that Mandapa (meaning temple in Sanskrit) has an ancient temple on the grounds, which local villagers still use daily. Furnishings are traditionally Balinese with a contemporary twist and luxurious attention to detail. Expect to feel cossetted but not suffocated by intrusive service. Now a decade old, the property feels established but not tired. Both the grounds and accommodation are immaculately kept.</span></p>
<h5><strong>Guest Quarters</strong></h5>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Villas have their own pool and outside seating area. Enjoy the privacy of your own garden, or socialize by the main pool. From walk-in bathrooms (villas include an indoor and outdoor shower) to vast vanity areas with immaculate wooden sinks and Dyson hairdryers. Everything has been thoughtfully considered,  from the straw hats and bag provided in-room to use in the resort to a generous spray bottle of insect repellant. At turn down, a rollerball vial of essential oils aids blissful sleep in the enormous bed. Expect nocturnal animal noises (such as the grumbling of bullfrogs) from the gardens, which are comforting rather than alarming, and all add to the mystical charm of the reserve.</span></p>
<h6><strong>Food and Drink</strong></h6>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The reserve features four main dining concepts from the Ambar Ubud bar (perfect for sunset cocktails, where Japanese fusion food is served). All-day dining can be found at Sawah Terrace overlooking the Ayung River, while <a href="https://destinasian.com/bali-dining-kubu-at-mandapa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kubu at Mandapa</a> features zero-waste fine dining. The pool bar and library offer further dining options, while in-villa and private dining options on the reserve can also be catered to.</span></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-142829 size-full" src="https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/Mandapa-4-e1745310812118.jpg" alt="Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Bali - Kubu Restaurant" width="1200" height="800" srcset="https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/Mandapa-4-e1745310812118.jpg 1200w, https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/Mandapa-4-e1745310812118-300x200.jpg 300w, https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/Mandapa-4-e1745310812118-768x512.jpg 768w, https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/Mandapa-4-e1745310812118-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></p>
<h6><strong>Wellness Factor</strong></h6>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If there&#8217;s anywhere you can relax, it&#8217;s here. Log off, disconnect, and unwind. Along with the relaxing burbling of the Ayung River, which runs through the property to a gym and spa, the Reserve&#8217;s disconnect to reconnect program offers more than 23 bespoke transformative wellness experiences in disciplines that utilize the best of Western and Eastern therapies, from Watsu (aquatic therapy) to gong bath therapy, sleep therapy, and Vipassana (meditation).</span></p>
<h6><strong>Family Matters</strong></h6>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Resident cows Manda and Dapa are regular attendees at the Mandapa Camp kids&#8217; club and symbolize the resort&#8217;s commitment to sustainability. At the club, children learn about eco-conscious practices and animal care, and feeding the cows is an integral part of the experience. The Reserve features an organic farm, and an educational Kid&#8217;s Hut tucked away from the rest of the resort. Morning yoga and jungle gym hikes occupy even the most adventurous little ones. </span></p>
<h6><strong>Sustainability Cred</strong></h6>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mandapa supports Balinese artisans, hires locally, and incorporates Balinese traditions into wellness and dining experiences. Through the wellness program, the resort encourages visitors to engage with the environment and embrace sustainable living. Kubu, the on-reserve restaurant, is a zero-waste dining concept. In March 2025, the hotel received its first Green Globe Certification, a worldwide sustainability system based on internationally accepted criteria for sustainable operation and management of travel and tourism businesses. Green Globe is an Affiliate Member of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).</span></p>
<h6><strong>What Else?</strong></h6>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Guests may never want to set foot outside the gates of this magical property (which even hosts a traditional temple used daily by locals). If an added dose of culture is needed, the local area can be explored in a vintage VW 181  convertible safari jeep with a knowledgeable guide (the Tirta Empul temple, home to daily purification rituals, and the historical Gunung Kawi Temple, are both well worth a visit). The reserve offers a wide range of trips that are managed in typical Ritz-Carlton style, never far from a bottle of chilled water and a refreshingly fragrant cold towel.</span></p>
<p>Reviewed by <strong>Alison Marshall</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/dpsub-mandapa-a-ritz-carlton-reserve/overview?DestinAsian" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ritzcarlton.com</a><br />
+62 361-4792777<br />
<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/e5ByXhLwGhLBzRHb8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jl. Raya Kedewatan, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali </a></p>


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