Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve 

Ubud, Bali

Stay 

Mandapa, by Ritz-Carlton features 35 suites and 25 private pool villas. There are one, two and three-bedroom options, each with a forest, rice terrace or riverfront view. All are extremely spacious decked out in traditional yet contemporary Balinese interiors with plenty of teak and local artwork, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Suites and Villas have a private terrace and boast a large marble bathroom. Villas have the benefit of private tropical gardens and come with 10-metre pools.

ChildCare 

Families with children are welcome to stay at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. There are options for interconnecting two suites or, if you're looking for a little extra luxury, opt for a Pool Villa. The Mini Explorers programme for children offers a wide range of activities including kid’s yoga, nature walks, scavenger hunts, chocolate making, and rice paddy exploration. Babysitting service can be arrange, upon request.

Dine 

Guests have a choice of four different restaurants at the Mandapa. Bamboo built and featuring individual pods over the Ayung River, Kubu Restaurant serves delicious Mediterranean cuisine. While the Sawah Terrace overlooking the beautiful rice paddies and tropical forest, serves a selection of Balinese, Asian and western dishes. For healthy Asian fare hit the Pool Bar, and pre-dinner drinks and sunset tea at The Library.

Relax 

There is a large heated swimming pool situated at the centre of the property. Guests receive hourly treats — infused face towels, fruit skewers, a shot of gazpacho soup and a refreshing mocktail. Three cabanas are furnished with an ice-box of soft drinks and fruit. Mandapa also has a riverside Spa with six treatment rooms, steam rooms, vitality pools, and a variety of lifestyle programmes to choose from. There is also a yoga pavilion and the river bank, a perfect spot for meditation. 

Experience 

Guests at Mandapa can take a complimentary shuttle service into Ubud and explore its galleries, temples, shops and dine in its gourmet restaurants. Mandapa offers signature private guided tours to visit 11th-century Pura Kehen Temple, and Tirta Empul- The Mother of Water temple in Bali. Other activities include cycling and hiking to nearby villages and whitewater rafting. The hotel also organises complimentary artisan classes and cultural workshops.