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Amandari
Ubud, Indonesia · Aman · Grand Luxury
Peter Muller designed Amandari in eight days and opened it in 1989 as the second Aman resort, modelling 30 thatched pavilions on a traditional Balinese village above the Ayung River Gorge in Kedewatan. It introduced Bali's first infinity pool, its rice-paddy curve has been replicated across the island ever since, and a centuries-old ritual procession route still passes through the grounds to a spring-fed pool flanked by a seventh-century stone tiger.
- 30 rooms
- Opened 1989
- Neighborhood: Kedewatan
- Rooms from 2,691 sq ft (250 m²)
- Architect: Peter Muller
About Amandari
- Muller completed the entire resort design in eight days after Aman founder Adrian Zecha chose the site above the Ayung River Gorge; Muller was simultaneously the architect, builder, and one of four original owners.
- Amandari's rice-paddy-shaped pool was the first infinity pool ever built in Bali; within a decade the design had been replicated by dozens of resorts across the island.
- A traditional Balinese ritual procession route predating the resort passes through the grounds and descends to a spring-fed pool flanked by a seventh-century stone tiger guardian, the hotel was deliberately sited around it rather than displacing it.
- Peter Muller first developed his 'Balinese village as hotel' concept in 1970 after studying local vernacular architecture; it took him nearly two decades to find a client and site that allowed full realisation, Amandari was the result.
- The resort holds a MICHELIN One Key award and appeared on the Condé Nast Gold List, cementing its status more than three decades after opening.
History
Amandari, the second Aman resort after Amanpuri (1988), was designed by architect Peter Muller in eight days and opened in 1989 on a site atop the Ayung River Gorge chosen for its serenity, views, and sacred ties to Kedewatan Village. Modeled as a traditional Balinese village with alang-alang thatched roofs, the first infinity pool in Bali, hand-woven fans, kamasan tapestries, and complimentary temple sarongs, it introduced intimate luxury blending culture and nature. Its timeless design, sacred stone tiger guardian, and integration with local life (dance classes, processions) hold enduring cultural significance.
The setting
Amandari commands the edge of the Ayung River Gorge in Kedewatan village along Jalan Raya Kedewatan, about 15 minutes from Ubud's center. Opened in 1989 as Bali's first village-style luxury resort, architect Peter Muller arranged 30 thatched pavilions along winding stone paths in the manner of a Balinese village and introduced the island's first infinity pool, its rice-paddy curve mimicking the terraces below. A centuries-old ritual procession route still passes through the grounds, descending to a spring-fed pool flanked by shrines and a seventh-century stone tiger. Kedewatan's position above the gorge — cool, forested, and steeped in spiritual life — established this corridor as the benchmark address for luxury in Ubud. 10 km from carved caves of Goa Gajah.
Restaurants and bars
- The Restaurant — Restaurant
- The Bar — Bar
- The Bale — Restaurant
- Lotus Pond — Restaurant
Experiences
- Spiritual Journey — Early morning water purification and meditation at Pura Mengening, then breakfast and a numerology session with a Balinese shaman led by Luh Manis.
- Spiritual Counseling — Private session with Made Lunas at his local home, a traditional Balinese healing practice with readings on health, love and career.
- Village Artisan — Visit village ateliers of silversmiths, wood carvers and Balinese painters, or take a private painting session at Amandari.
- Rindik performance — Nightly rindik players perform in the golden pavilion by the pool.
- Cycling or Trekking — Countless trails from the resort into the Ayung River Gorge, through remote villages, jungles and rice paddies.
- Museum Puri Lukisan drop-off — Drop-off and pick-up service to Museum Puri Lukisan in Ubud Centre, offered to guests.
Amenities
- Spa (open-air bales, sauna, steam)
- 28m infinity pool
- gym
- yoga/meditation in forest glade
- tennis court
- library
- boutique
- rice paddies
- Private pool
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended (2026)
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
- Condé Nast Gold List
- Forbes Travel Guide Star Rated
- One MICHELIN Key
- World Travel Awards World's Leading Boutique All-Suite Hotel (2020-2021)
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