Staying at Hanging Gardens of Bali - An Icon Above the Jungle
Introduction
Perched high above Bali’s dense jungle canopy, Hanging Gardens of Bali is one of the island’s most iconic luxury escapes. Known worldwide for its cascading infinity pool, this hillside resort offers a stay that feels suspended between sky and forest.
It’s a place designed to impress visually, emotionally, and experientially.
The Setting
Located in the heart of Ubud’s lush jungle landscape, Hanging Gardens of Bali sits deep within a valley surrounded by tropical forest and the Ayung River below. The setting is immersive and dramatic steep hillsides, dense greenery, and constant layers of natural sound.
The resort is built vertically into the terrain, with villas, walkways, and facilities arranged along the hillside. This creates a sense of depth and movement throughout the property, with every level offering a new perspective.
The location feels remote and secluded, yet still within reach of Ubud’s cultural center.
The Experience
The villas at Hanging Gardens of Bali are spacious and designed to maximize privacy, each featuring a private infinity pool overlooking the jungle. Interiors blend traditional Balinese elements with modern comfort, creating a space that feels both luxurious and rooted in place.
The main infinity pool is the defining feature a multi-level structure that appears to float above the forest. It’s not just a pool, but a visual experience that has become one of Bali’s most photographed locations.
Dining is set against panoramic jungle views, offering a mix of international and local cuisine. The spa experience is also a highlight, incorporating natural surroundings into treatments that feel deeply relaxing.
Service is attentive and polished, matching the expectations of a high-end resort.
Our Favorite Moments
Swimming in the iconic infinity pool above the jungle
Waking up to uninterrupted views of the forest canopy
The layered architecture of the resort unfolding as you move through it
The sense of complete seclusion within nature
Who It’s For
Hanging Gardens of Bali is ideal for couples, honeymooners, and travelers seeking a visually striking luxury experience. It’s perfect for those who value iconic design, privacy, and dramatic natural settings.
Travelers looking for a more understated or culturally immersive boutique experience may find it more focused on spectacle but for impact, it delivers.
Final Thoughts & Review
Hanging Gardens of Bali is one of the most recognizable hotels in Southeast Asia and for good reason. As a 5-star luxury jungle resort, its greatest strength lies in its visual identity. The infinity pool alone defines the experience, offering one of the most striking settings in Bali.
The villas are spacious and private, the setting is undeniably beautiful, and the overall experience feels elevated and immersive. There is a strong sense of escape, enhanced by the resort’s vertical design and secluded location.
That said, the experience leans heavily on its iconic elements. While visually impressive, some aspects of the property feel more traditional in design compared to newer luxury resorts in Bali. Additionally, the focus on the main pool means other areas can feel less distinctive in comparison.
We rated Hanging Gardens of Bali 9.1/10 - a score that reflects its iconic status, breathtaking setting, and strong overall experience, while acknowledging that parts of the property feel less contemporary than newer high-end competitors.
Would we return? Yes, for the view, the pool, and the feeling of being suspended above the jungle.
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