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Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Ubud, Indonesia · Ritz-Carlton Reserve · Apex Luxury
Opened in 2015 as the third Ritz-Carlton Reserve ever built, Mandapa takes its name from the Sanskrit word for temple, a fitting description for a 60-suite riverside sanctuary on the sacred Ayung River, Bali's longest waterway. Sole holder of Three MICHELIN Keys in all of Bali and ranked No. 50 on the World's 50 Best Hotels 2025, it draws every butler from the title of Patih, inspired by the ancient royal courts of Ubud.
- 60 rooms
- Opened 2015
- Neighborhood: Kedewatan
- Architect: Miles Humphreys (PT Bali Anugrah Dewata)
- Interiors: Jeffrey Wilkes (DesignWilkes)
About Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
- The only hotel in all of Bali to hold Three MICHELIN Keys (2025), making it one of fewer than twenty such properties worldwide.
- Every butler is called a Patih, a title borrowed from the royal court administrators of Ubud's ancient kingdoms.
- The resort guards a 500-year-old Balinese temple on its grounds, and guests can hear the Ayung River (43 km long, Bali's longest) from every villa terrace.
- The three-bedroom River Estate spans 2,000 sq m with a 172 sq m infinity pool, described by the GM as one of the most exclusive private estates in the world.
- Mandapa was the third Ritz-Carlton Reserve property to open globally; the ultra-exclusive sub-brand has fewer than ten properties worldwide.
History
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, opened in 2015 as the third Ritz-Carlton Reserve property, designed as an indigenous Balinese village sanctuary along the Ayung River in Ubud to offer immersive wellness, gastronomy, and cultural experiences. Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025, it honors Balinese heritage through sustainability initiatives like Tri Hita Karana and community engagement, blending luxury with spiritual renewal in Bali's cultural heart.
The setting
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, sits along Jalan Kedewatan in the village of Kedewatan — a sacred forested ridge 10 minutes from central Ubud that anchors the region's most exclusive luxury enclave. Its name derives from the Sanskrit word for temple, reflecting the Balinese philosophy of harmony between spirit, humanity, and nature. The Ayung River flows directly through the property, audible from every villa terrace, while dense jungle and rice paddies frame the grounds on all sides. Several landmark properties are concentrated on this same hillside above the gorge, each capitalizing on the cool highland air, uninterrupted valley views, and the spiritual weight of land that Kedewatan's communities have regarded as sacred for centuries. 2 km from Neka Art Museum.
Restaurants and bars
- Kubu — Restaurant · Balinese, zero-waste dining philosophy · Chef Chef Eka
- Sawah Terrace — Restaurant · Indonesian archipelago heritage dishes
- Ambar Ubud Bar — Restaurant · Japanese
- The Library — Restaurant
Experiences
- Disconnect to Reconnect — A curated journey with indigenous healers, immersing guests in pristine rainforest and the rhythm of the sacred Ayung River.
- Arak Masterclass — An immersive masterclass on the heritage of Balinese Arak, followed by a 3-course dinner at Ambar with each course paired to the spirit.
- Jagi Melukat — Crafting a Canang Sari palm-leaf offering, then a Melukat water purification ritual at Gunung Kawi Sebatu temple. About 4 hours.
- Hasta Samudrika & Wariga Reading — A Balinese tradition combining palm reading (Hasta Samudrika) and numerology and life-path guidance (Wariga).
- Echoes from the Past: an Ubud Historical Walk — A 3-hour guided walk from a 19th-century royal seat to an art destination, with Balinese coffee tasting and visits to Puri Saren Agung and Museum Puri Lukisan.
- UNESCO Cultural Heritage Excursion — A 6-hour heritage tour of Jatiluwih rice terraces and Taman Ayun temple, built in 1634 by the Mengwi Kingdom.
Amenities
- Mandapa Spa (holistic treatments, yoga pavilion, meditation temple, vitality pool)
- fitness center
- outdoor pools
- rice paddy views
- 24-hour Patih butler service
- Mandapa Camp kids' program
- bicycle rental
- Private pool
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- EV charging
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN Three Keys (2026)
- Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels (2026)
- The World’s 50 Best Hotels (2025)
- World's 50 Best Hotels (2025)
- Forbes Travel Guide recognition
- Green Globe Certified
- Three MICHELIN Keys
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