Bali is perhaps most famous as a coastal vacation destination. Tourists traveling to Bali dream of opening up the shutters of their luxury suite to be welcomed with oceanfront views.
Here at The Bali Sun, we love an oceanfront view as much as the next traveler, but we also have a special place in our hearts for Bali’s rivers and the stunning riverfront rooms, suites, and studios that Ubud has to offer.
The best of Bali’s riverfront rooms do come with a price tag, and rightly so.
With resorts offering not only the most breathtaking views of Bali’s jungles but also world-class service, these are once-in-a-lifetime stays that will stay with guests forever.
No exploration of riverfront suites would be complete without highlighting Four Seasons Resort at Sayan.
This multi-award-winning hotel is one of the most impressive resorts in all of Bali. Situated on the banks of Bali’s sacred Ayung River, just minutes from central Ubud, and surrounded by pristine forest and rice paddies, Four Seasons Resort at Sayan is more than a jungle escape.
The Four Seasons Resort at Sayan has a seriously impressive range of cultural activities to enable guests to learn about Balinese culture and immerse themselves in daily life, should they wish to do so. From visits to working rice fields to meet local farmers, to personalized sessions with a traditional Balinese healer, to guided tours of top cultural landmarks, this is a hotel where going above and beyond for guests is standard.
One of the highlights of a stay at Four Seasons Resort at Sayan is a visit to the Sacred River Spa.
As described by the team, the spa is “immersed in the lush jungle greenery of the Ayung River valley, our luxury Resort in Ubud offers blissful spa treatments that draw on the water’s energy and ancient Balinese healing rituals for a serene escape that embodies one of the best spas in Ubud, Bali.”
Truly, the toughest decision guests have to make for their stay at Four Seasons Resort at Sayan is to decide which room to book.
The River-View Two Bedroom Villa offers guests stunning panoramic views of the jungle, the paddies, and the river. Guests will fall asleep and wake to the sounds of the flowing river and native birdsong.
At the River-View Two Bedroom Villa, guests have access to their own private outdoor living room and a private book, which offers a real sense of sanctuary during a stay.
The next hotel that must be added to the bucket list for riverfront rooms is the Hanging Gardens of Bali. This 5-star stay offers next-level exclusivity and luxury. The Hanging Gardens of Bali management describes the hotel as “a rare sanctuary for romance, adventure, and relaxation.
Wrapped in lush greenery and guided by the gentle flow of the Ayung River, every corner invites you to pause and breathe. Swim in infinity pools spilling into the treetops or unwind in villas that feel part of the earth itself. This is more than an escape; it’s an awakening.” Here at The Bali Sun, we’re inclined to agree!
Hanging Gardens of Bali is another multi-award-winning hotel that has received international acclaim since it opened in 2005. Situated too along the Ayung River, though much further north than Four Seasons Resort at Sayan, Hanging Gardens of Bali boasts one of the most impressive cascading infinity pools in the world, as designed by French architect Gordon Shaw.
Top stays at the Hanging Gardens of Bali include the Emperor Suite. Offering guests 200 square meters of retreat and sanctuary, the space offers unrivaled views of the Ayung River and perfectly designed tropical gardens.
Our final pick for a top riverside stay in Bali is the stunning COMO Shambhala Estate. Offering guests access to the fast-flowing Ayung River and a sacred spring, the hotel seamlessly brings the elements and Bali’s stunning natural landscape into every aspect of the property.
More than a hotel, COMO Shambhala Estate is a 22-acre wellness retreat space where guests have access to world-class treatments, healthy dining, and simply gorgeous riverfront rooms.
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