Bali: Dwaraka, The Royal Villas, Ubud

9/3/2018

The view from bed, inside the Govardana Villa.

Perfect is an understatement!

"Oh my god, Becky!" - I like big villas, and I cannot lie...

My gosh! The Govardana villa at Dwaraka, the Royal Villas, in Ubud, Bali, is stunning! I highly recommend staying at Dwaraka to experience utopia and a touch of royalty during your visit to Ubud.

Dwaraka the Royal Villas & Hotel Grounds

Developed and launched in 2015 by a member of the Balinese Royal Family, Dwaraka, the Royal Villas, is a gorgeous boutique hotel located 2 kilometres north of central Ubud. Featuring elegant, ornate and colourful Balinese architecture throughout and surrounded by lush tropical gardens overlooking a rice paddy field, Dwaraka the Royal Villas is a tranquil slice of paradise and the ultimate place to recharge one's batteries.

One of many Balinese stone statues found around the property.

The intricate gold detail at the entrance to the Royal Villa.

Dwaraka the Royal Villas consists of 10 luxurious villas:

4x one-bedroom private pool villas
4x two-bedroom private pool villas
1x four-bedroom private pool villa
Plus a Balinese Royal Villa that is the preferred choice for members of the Balinese Royal family whenever visiting Ubud. (This room is also available to be reserved when not occupied).

Stunning communal areas.

Gilded Bali bale, utilised for weddings and celebrations.

The opulent doorway featured in the Lobby.

My Experience

Due to a significant storm crossing over Ubud, I unfortunately didn't manage to make check-in until 10:30 pm. I arrived at reception hungry, and as the kitchen had closed at 10 pm, the staff had the forethought to prearrange a filling sandwich to be prepared for my arrival. I was appreciative they were courteous enough to think ahead for me.

The front door to the Govardana Villa.

Govardana Villa, front courtyard. Dwaraka, the Royal Villas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia.

Govardana Villa, private front courtyard.

Ornate doors inside the villa.

After being shown to my villa, I ran around for about 10 minutes, in awe, looking at everything and repeating the word 'wow'. The Govardana villa is impressive. The detail of the Balinese fixtures and fittings inside the villa is incredible, plus frangipanis were placed throughout, adding a soft aroma to the villa and indulging my senses even further. Additional to the charming setting, tiny fireflies floated around outside, above the pool. Picture perfect.

Govardana Villa bathroom.

One of two outdoor showers.

Close up of the bath fittings.

After taking advantage of a lovely bottle of white wine in my room, and chasing around the intriguing fireflies, I ended up falling asleep watching a spectacular lightning storm and woke up to a beautiful view.

Included in the price was a complimentary 15-minute foot massage at Radha Spa (located on the property), which once completed immediately made me book a full body Balinese massage. Super relaxing and a solution to aid my sore shoulders after lugging around my heavy backpack.

After an amazing foot massage.

Complimentary tea at Radha Spa.

Single massage room at Radha Spa.

I cannot praise Dwaraka the Royal Villa's highly enough. Any sentence I say cannot do the property justice. I loved every second of my stay, so much so, I threw the majority of my plans out the window just to relax and make the most of the exquisite accommodation and excellent service provided. Dwaraka the Royal Villas were to be my last private accommodation before travelling to Java and then commencing a long stretch of staying in backpacker hostels throughout Malaysian Borneo, and I was savouring every second of luxury. I didn't want to leave.

The 4 poster bed inside the Govardana Villa.

Inside the Govardana Villa.

The view from the Govardana Villa's private infinity pool, overlooking rice paddy fields.

Relaxing on the 4 poster bed inside the Govardana Villa. Dwaraka, the Royal Villas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia.

Lounging by the pool.

Private pool and seating area, over-looking the rice paddy field.

Swimming in the pool. Dwaraka, the Royal Villas, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia.

Such a beautiful place. I didn't want to leave.

Extra Special Dwaraka the Royal Villas Services

Yashoda Kitchen and Bar: Open 7 am - 11 pm (last food order 10 pm). Delicious meals and signature cocktails served either in the restaurant or via room service. Between 7 am - 11 am guests are spoiled for choice with a selection of Continental, American or Asian breakfast items available. Yashoda kitchen also provides a lunch box service to guests with plans to explore Bali's attractions.
Radha Spa: Relaxing massages and rejuvenating beauty treatments.
Free shuttle service: To central Ubud, hourly from 9 am to 11 pm.
12 pm check out time. Express checkout available.
Airport transfers and Airline reservations.
Tour bookings.

Available inside the villa:

Infinity pool.
300 count cotton bed sheets.
Power adapter/ transformer.
Satellite TV & DVD.
Free WiFi.
Minibar.
bathtub.
Baby cots (available on request).
Babysitting service (must give 6 hours notice. Fee is applicable).

Watching a storm roll in. The view from Yoshoda Kitchen, the hotel restaurant.

The view from outside Radha Spa.

The pool for all guests, located beside Rahda Spa.

Activities

Yoga.
Rice paddy trekking.
Petulu tour.
Balinese offering lesson.
Balinese dancing lesson.
Cycling tour and/ or bike hire
Traditional kite making.

Rice paddy trekking.

Nearby Attractions & Gianyar hotspots

• Botanic Garden Ubud - 0.5 km
• Wisata Burung Kokokan - 0.9 km
• Sari Organic Restaurant - 1 km
• Neka Art Museum - 1.4 km
• Mozaic Restaurant - 1.5 km
• Lotus Cafe - 1.6 km
• Museum Puri Lukisan - 1.6 km
• Ubud Palace - 1.7 km
• Ubud Market - 1.7 km
• Ubud CBD - 2 km
• Sacred Monkey Forest - 2.9 km
• Goa Gajah/ Elephant Cave - 6.4 km

• Mas village - 7 km
• Tegallalang Rice Terrace - 7.4 km
• Bali Zoo - 11.1 km
• Batuan Temple - 11.5 km
• Bali Safari & Marine Park - 12.8 km
• Gunung Kawi Temple - 12.9 km
• Celuk village - 14 km
• Sukawati Art Market - 14.5 km
• Batubulan village - 15.8 km
• Tirta Empul Temple - 16.2 km
• Ubung Bus Station - 17.2 km
• Bali Museum Monuments - 19.1 km

A baby monkey sticking close to his mother at the Sacred Monkey Forest.

Location

Dwaraka the Royal Villas
Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Address: Jl. Sri Wedari No.11B, Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia
Phone: +62 361 4792599