There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sounds and colors of the Balinese jungle, and there’s nowhere quite like the Viceroy to have that experience at. High above Ubud’s Petanu River Gorge, Viceroy Bali sits in the heart of what locals call the “Valley of the Kings.” The resort’s forty villas are designed for privacy and space, each with a heated infinity pool that spills out toward the jungle.
The architecture blends modern minimalism and Balinese tradition, with stark white walls that curve suddenly into steep thatched roofs. Marble and stone tubs in the bathrooms invite a soak, while open-air private pagodas provide a shaded place of respite after a swim and a tan. Views here are cinematic, whether you’re watching the colors of the dawn develop with a coffee or enjoying dinner from their restaurant, Cascades.
For a touch of romance, simply ask the staff to set up an individualized table setting for you and your loved one, complete with flower petals if desired. Afterwards, enjoy an inventive cocktail or two at their unique speakeasy-inspired cocktail bar, The Pinstripe Bar.
We wouldn’t blame anyone who doesn’t even want to leave the property, but for those seeking adventure, guests are able to arrange anything from cooking classes, immersive, guided cultural excursions, and tours of the countryside by way of the property’s vintage car collection.
Fast Facts
Location: Ubud, Bali, overlooking the Valley of the Kings
Rating: Five-star
The vibe: Romantic, secluded jungle retreat with opulent Balinese design
Room Count: 40 private pool villas
Starting Rate: From around $600 per night
Dining: Cascades Restaurant for all-day Indonesian and European dining, Apéritif for fine dining with 1920s-inspired interiors, and Pinstripe Bar for after-dinner cocktails and cigars.
Amenities: Akoya Spa with infrared sauna and cold plunge, private infinity pools, yoga pavilion, cooking classes, cultural excursions, and helicopter transfers directly to the resort.
Our Favorite Thing About the Hotel: The ability to soak in your surroundings from your own private pool overlooking the lush valley below.
What’s Nearby? All of the shops, temples, and galleries of central Ubud are just five minutes away by car.
Any personal neighborhood recs? The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is a must-visit, as well as Tegallalang’s rice terrace walk
Closest Airport: Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Denpasar, about an hour and a half away by car.
