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Hanging Gardens of Bali
Bali, Indonesia · Independent · Core Luxury
Villas cascade down a 45-degree jungle slope above the Ayung River near Ubud, reached by funicular, toward a twin-tier infinity pool that looks as if it were floating in the canopy. About 700 local craftsmen built the house between 2003 and 2005 without heavy machinery. It opened as Orient-Express's Ubud Hanging Gardens and now stands independent, still the photograph that sells the gorge.
- 39 rooms
- Opened 2005
- Neighborhood: Ayung River
- Architect: Gordon Shaw
- Interiors: Clint Nagata & Henk O. T. Design
About Hanging Gardens of Bali
- A twin-tier infinity pool appears to float above the Ayung rainforest, the image that made the gorge famous.
- Villas drop down a 45-degree slope; a funicular carries guests from reception into the canopy.
- Some 700 local craftsmen built the resort between 2003 and 2005 without heavy machinery.
- It first opened as the Ubud Hanging Gardens by Orient-Express before going independent.
History
Hanging Gardens of Bali was built between 2003 and 2005 on a steep jungle hillside above the Ayung River near Ubud, its villas cascading down a 45-degree slope reachable by a funicular. It was reportedly built by some 700 local craftsmen without heavy machinery, and is famous for its dramatic twin-tier infinity pool that appears to float above the rainforest.
The resort originally operated as the Ubud Hanging Gardens by Orient-Express before becoming an independent property.
The setting
13 km from Neka Art Museum. 19 km from Tirta Empul water temple.
Experiences
- Twin-tiered heated infinity pool — Iconic twin-tiered heated infinity pool inspired by Bali's cascading rice terraces, appearing to float above the rainforest canopy.
- Private villa infinity pools — Every private villa has its own heated infinity pool.
Amenities
- Spa
- Infinity pool
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
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