Cendana Resort & Spa by Mahaputra

I stayed in 5 different hotels in Ubud and this one was my favourite. It is an older, traditional style hotel with lovely gardens and overlooks the rice fields. There are 2 swimming pools, with plenty of loungers. There is a restaurant and spa on-site. I did not use the spa, so can't comment. The location is so perfect, right on Monkey Forest Road, but once you are inside the property, you don't hear the noise from the road. The pool at the bottom of the property overlooks rice fields. I stayed in room 321 which overlooks the first pool. The room was quite dark but this meant it was nice and cool during the day. The towels and bedding were clean and fresh-smelling. There are signs in the room that you can put up if you want the staff to change the towels and/or bedding. They are trying to be eco-concious and I think it's great. There was mosquito plug-in plus tablets provided - very convenient. The water pressure in the shower was not great. They provided hand towels, whch is something that most hotels don't seem to do and I was very appreciative of that. The WiFi was good. We had a troop of monkeys visit us one morning; which was a bit unnerving but they ventured off quite quickly. Now the big thing: the NOISE from the club next door. While I was aware that there might be noise, based on previoius reviews, I honestly did not think it would be as loud as it was. It sounded as if the DJ was standing outside my door. The first night I was awake until 2am, and the next 2 nights, probably till about 1am. Having said that, I stayed in the very first block, which I think gets the most noise. I think if you stayed down towards the bottom, it might be less. But even so, I still rate this hotel as my best one - despite the noise.

We had a wonderful stay at Cendana Resort & Spa! The location is unbeatable — just a short walk to the Monkey Forest, Saraswati Temple, and Ubud Palace. It’s tucked slightly away from the main road, offering a peaceful atmosphere while being just steps from the lively center of Ubud, filled with great food and shopping options. The resort offers a truly Balinese-style experience — calm, cultural, and full of character. Please don’t expect ultra-modern luxury like you’d find in Dubai, Singapore, or Hong Kong. Instead, come here for the local charm and authenticity. The staff were very warm, helpful, and always willing to assist with a smile. The stay was definitely value for money. Just a note — the property itself has limited in-house activities or entertainment options, so plan your days with nearby sightseeing and experiences in mind. It’s a great base to explore Ubud and return to for rest and relaxation.

The buildings and beautiful stunning architecture. Most amazing place to stay right in heart of Ubud. Set amid the paddy fields yet at the heart of everything. It really was exquisite. The pools just added even more to the experience. They were fantastic. The rooms were so special with wooden carved doors and tiny shutter sealed windows. We had beautiful balconies that opened up to the rice paddy. The whole atmosphere of the place especially at night was amazing. Photos on the website do not do it justice. Brekky was delicious in a lovely raised area overlooking pool. All very tasteful. Must also mention the staff who were so attentive. Would highly recommend.

The staff are loving and very helpful. The hotel is beautiful, from the gardens to the swimming pools (equipped with towels), the rooms are very spacious and comfortable, with a minibar, which is a plus. The breakfast is varied and very good! I would definitely go back.

This hotel felt really special and very Balinese. The rooms are very grand, especially the bathroom and the pools were stunning! It was like a retreat and Ubud can get pretty busy so it was nice to have this quiet corner. Although it’s very tucked away it’s super central to everything I’m Ubud and we found it super easy to navigate. They also provide trips run by hotel staff who are all amazing and so friendly. They have a small on site restaurant that we mostly used for snacks by the pool! Also so close to all the monkeys!