We loved the beautiful and quiet location not quite in central Ubud but within walking distance.

It’s a bit outdated in the rooms - but spotlessly clean and comfortable.

I returned to Alam Jiwa after many years away and I am so glad I did. The location is so convenient. The area is so peaceful but just a short walk alongside the Monkey Forest and you are in the hustle and bustle of Ubud. There is also a shuttle available if you don't want to walk. The rooms are well appointed and are kept spotless. The beds are comfortable, as are the many chairs and day beds on offer in the room and on the balcony. The bathrooms are a highlight. Very large and beautiful. Even the provided toiletries are of a high quality. The staff are super friendly and go out of their way to help make your stay a great experience. The pool is well maintained and there is plenty of room to relax poolside for a lazy day. There are many wonderful restaurants very close to Alam Jiwa. No need to go to Ubud unless you really want to. I will be back to Alam Jiwa as soon as possible.

The little bar fridges could do with an upgrade sometime soon. It seems that the slightly larger models keep the cold in a lot better, and probably save on power as well. Not a dealbreaker, just a suggestion.

What a great hotel. The rooms are spacious, the bathroom was spacious, the bed was large and very comfortable. The airconditioning was great and rooms were clean. Rooms have a veranda or balcony Everything was very beautiful, the woodwork, the stone carvings on the property, the flowers, plants and trees. The swimming pool is a great place to relax and cool down after a day of activities. The hotel is very quiet, but it is only a couple of minutes walk to some very good restaurants. Central Ubud is perhaps a nice 30 minute walk from the hotel, but there is a shuttle available if you don't want to walk. The staff is really super friendly. Because this is a small hotel it has a personal feel (not anonymous like some larger hotels). This is one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed in and I am looking forward to come back some day.

Everything about this hotel was amazing. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. We were four people with three spacious, spotless rooms. As a group we especially loved the size of the balcony which offered a table big enough to host a feast and a sofa to relax. The location is also amazing. It's slightly outside of the busy city center but still close enough to reach it within 10-15 minutes bike ride. Trust us, you want to be here - you have the nature views but you're still super close to everything. An added bonus was the hotel’s shuttle service - they bring you to places and also pick you up in the Ubud area. We had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend it!

The beautiful setting along a river, overlooking rice fields. Large rooms and spacious bathrooms with outdoor shower. Traditional Balinese decor all round and impeccable gardens, lotus ponds etc. Excellent complentary shuttle car service into Ubud. It was great that our group could order in dinner on the evg of our arrival - convenient and delicious! Breakfast options are varied and all of high quality. Some rooms have large outdoor terraces - great for lounging. Lovely helpful staff. This was our 4th stay here - and I hope to return again.

Everything was great.

This place absolutely blew us away. It was like staying in a medieval castle in the middle of a botanical garden. Stunningly beautiful, quiet and peaceful, with the most amazing hospitable staff. They have a free shuttle to and from Ubud and are happy to arrange anything else you need. There are so few rooms that it feels like you are the only ones in residence most of the time. Breakfast and any order in food is very good quality and can be enjoyed on the terrace or in your room.

Nothing! Could have stayed forever.

Outstanding staff/service; excellent location; beautiful Balinese decor/gardens/scenery; peace/privacy; great breakfast; spacious room/balcony; pool (large, clean, garden-setting); ability to order in lunch/dinner.

Parts of the property are looking worn/shabby (eg outdoor blinds, roofs, linen). Our first stay it was very peaceful and relaxing. This stay (our second) had large families with loud children who took over the pool area (sometimes unsupervised) and parts of the property.

We loved the spacious rooms, beautiful gardens and pool setting, Balinese furniture and buildings. Service was friendly and punctual. Breakfast is generous, with choice of service near the pool or in your room /balcony. Shuttle to the centre is available and free. View from our terrace over the rural landscape. Village location, though with a good choice of restaurants and cafes locally. Overall, a very pleasant stay in a quiet and relaxed environment.

Soft furnishings need cleaning, as did some areas of our room. Kitchen utensils such as a knife to cut fruit are available on request. The kitchen in our villa had very old appliances and no utensils.

We love everything about this resort. My husband said it feels like a giant spa. The facilities is gorgeous, the room is spacious and clean. The staff are wonderfully helpful, courteous and friendly. They have a lovely pool but we didn't get a chance to use it. Breakfast is great! They have the most delicious Nasi Goreng!

At our villa, we have an outdoor shower and bathroom. While it's unique and refreshing, I don't find it comforting. Especially the property is near Monkery forest - a monkey sanctuary. Also various wild bugs/animals can easily enter the bathroom. It would be much more comforting if they put some kind of net/bar to cover the open area.

Everything other reviewers expressed, we agree with. Loved the peaceful garden setting, fabulous staff, spacious rooms, relaxing pool area, proximity to great eating places as well as outstanding breakfasts at Alam Jiwa. Bonus was afternoon tea offered by the pool. What may not have been noted is how beautiful the little village is, and a delight to walk along. We loved our stay.

Minor points. Felt that the quality of towels didn’t match the standard of the accommodation but appreciated plentiful supply. Pool temperature was refreshing…bracing almost, but pool area magic setting.