My husband and I stayed 4 nights at Alaya during part of our honeymoon and it was AMAZING. The staff kindly gave us a free upgrade when they found out we were on our honeymoon! The suite was so spacious and comfy. I loved the huge bathroom, which had a big shower and a hot tub in the middle. We also had a serene balcony. The breakfast was so delicious, you could either grab breakfast at the buffet or order a breakfast meal from a menu (surprisingly we liked this more than the buffet). So many people i know who have been to Bali complained about hotel breakfasts, but for us we looked forward to it every morning! We came late once and the staff was super nice about it and didn’t mind at all. The staff are so so accommodating, always willing to help, always smiling and asking us if we need anything. And the location! Perfect! You walk out onto the street and you find a bustling main street with cafes, restaurants, gift shops, massage parlors and everything. You walk back into the hotel and suddenly you’re in a calm relaxing oasis. So many small things that make this place feel so special. Upon arrival we were greeted with cold towels and drinks, every day there is afternoon tea at the lobby (free), they sent us a complimentary cake for our honeymoon, they offer a photo session (we missed ours and still regret it!), the shampoos conditioner soaps are all custom make, smell fabulous and can be purchased Thank you so much Alaya! Our honeymoon wouldn’t have been the same without you.

My boyfriend and I spend 5 incredible nights at Alaya Hotel in Ubud. The hotel gorgeous! Each space is thoughtfully decorated with beautiful Balinese furnishings. We stayed in a Deluxe Room which is stunning and has a beautiful view of the rice fields. Alaya is perfectly situated in the middle of town, 10 minutes walk to the Sacred Monkey Forest and next door to Yoga Barn. There are also plenty of restaurants, bars and shops within walking distance no matter which way you turn out of the hotel. I would absolutely recommend a spa treatment at DaLa Spa and a meal at either of their delicious restaurants. Also, don’t miss afternoon tea! The kitchen prepares locally sourced sweets that are divine! The hotel will also set up tours for you so you can enjoy the local culture and sights. During our stay we went to a rice terracing field, coffee plantation, volcano, waterfall and many gorgeous temples. The drivers are incredibly knowledgeable and kind (we are especially thankful to Darwita, Weian and Bayu for making our tours so enjoyable!). The entire staff at Alaya are wonderful and they really make you feel at home in their hotel. We had an amazing experience and if we are fortunate enough to find our way back to Bali, we would stay here again, no hesitation!

The hotel is located only a 10 minute walk from the Monkey Forest. There are lots of restaurants and Spa Places within a stones throw. In fact, there is a very useful large super market right by it as well. As for the hotel itself. Well, the reception is an open area right by the busy main road. You immediately get the impression that you would have to contend with alot of noise when sleeping but this was a deception. The rooms are actually way back of the hotel and it is genuinely peaceful. There are certain rooms that have advtantages over others. The rooms close to the spa (where I was) were further back and less likely to encounter any noise from other hotel guests. However, this meant a slightly longer walk back to the reception. Accessibility is not the best for a stroller. There are no ramps in some parts of the resort so you would have to take out your baby and carry the stroller. We did find a useful shortcut to exit the hotel - which was to exit out the back entrance where the staff have their cigarette breaks. This goes directly to the back end car park. Other good points are the excellent showers in our rooms as well as the alaya stone bath. We particularly enjoyed the buffet breakfast and made use of the flawless spa facility. Above all we were so grateful for the kind and attentive attitude of the staff towards ourselves and our children. Thank you Alaya Hotel :)