Arya Wellness Retreat

A very nice hostel in a prime location in Ubud. It's set back from the road so you don't get all the hustle and bustle from the main road outside. The rooms were beautiful and very comfortable, the pool was lovely, all the staff were so kind and helpful and the food was very good. There is an excellent range of activities that you can sign up for (many are free), and breakfast is also included. It's worth noting that not all the staff are female; this didn't bother me personally (and every single staff member is brilliant) but perhaps something to keep in mind given that it's a hostel only for female guests. Four stars because I think it could do with a touch more security, especially given that the hostel is only for females; the front door to the hostel is always open to allow guests to come and go as they please, and although there is a security guard 24/7, this also means that theoretically anyone could just wander in off the main street if they wanted to, and there's nothing separating the front desk area from the rest of the hostel, including the rooms. We stayed in a private room so we were able to lock the door from the inside at night, but I understand that the doors to the dormitories are also always left open (for the same reason as the front door); not sure I'd have been comfortable with this myself if I had stayed in a dorm, especially at night and given that the front door is never locked. My suggestion would be keycards and scanners; this would enable all doors, including the front door, to stay locked at all times, while allowing guests the freedom to come and go at their leisure. We were also given only one key between two of us for our private room which was tricky logistically when we sometimes had separate plans; it was workable but it would have been nice to have been given a key each. Overall I would highly recommend this place. We had a very pleasant and comfortable stay, and I will remember the kindness and hospitality of the staff for a long time. They also organised safe onward transport to get to our next destination, which was very much appreciated. Worth noting that if you are paying for your stay when you arrive at the property, there is an extra surcharge if you are paying the balance by card.

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. When you arrive and go to reception it feels like you are staying at a hotel. All guests are really friendly and sociable and it is super easy to meet lovely girls. Lots of activities, including free ones and ones you can book on to like tours of Ubud or rafting. It is very central in Ubud yet tucked away and quiet. The private rooms are on the pricier side for a hostel but are stunning and truly like a hotel room. The dorms are comfortable and quiet.

I really loved this hostel, the staff is super friendly and the rooms are clean and there is enough space. The food they offer was delicious. They also offer free manicures and pedicures and a 15 min free massage. In the mornings you can do yoga and meditation for free or they have a lot of other hostels activities too. Would definitely come back!!

I had a wonderful stay at Arya Wellness and made some wonderful friends. It’s the perfect place to rest and relax. The rooms are spacious and clean. Breakfast is great, the pancakes are delicious and filling! The pool is nice and there’s always lots going on, yoga, day trips, massage, sound healing etc. Location is within walking distance to lots of shops and local warungs. Would recommend some ear plugs if you end up sharing a room with others who lack hostel etiquette. Also, there is construction going on at the front of the hostel during the stay

This Villa is located in a wonderful location, a walking distance from a lot of downtown markets and shops. If you are looking for a quiet place, this may not be the best recommendation as it can get quite noisy around 6:30 AM to 7 AM . The breakfast is wonderful and the staff are amazing. They go above and beyond to have something to do every night and do it uniquely there are always there to welcome you and help you. I was, however, left dissatisfied with the cleanliness in the bedroom . The bedsheets and pillows had stained on them and they smelled stale and unclean. Two of the nights I couldn’t fall asleep because my whole body was itching and it turned out that the bedsheets were the issue because when the staff changed them, I was not itching anymore. The double bed indicated as a private room is actually two single beds put together. It was extremely uncomfortable to sleep on and you could not sleep in the middle There were also lots of insects on my bed, which also bit me and I had to deal with a big bite for a few days . The bathroom isn’t kept as clean in my opinion. The caulking has turned black and needs to be replaced, which is very disgusting to look at while you are showering. Another suggestion that I would like to add that the massages included in the Stay should be in a private area . As a woman’s only hostel, you have to undressed in front of other females and male workers around you to get a massage. When I saw this, I felt extremely uncomfortable and was not able to take advantage of the service.

I stayed here for a week for my first solo travel and I don’t think I could’ve stayed in a better place. All the girls were lovely and the staff were amazing. The cherry on top was the daily free massages and manicure/pedicures. The daily activities hosted by the hostel were inclusive and fun including cultural and wellness activities. I’ll definitely be going back.

Great stay at Arya! Located right in central Ubud - female only hostel like no other. Vegan foods, free classes, massages and pedicures for guests. Optional family dinner night for a price (100k IDR).

The hostel staff acted racist toward me. During a jamu-making class, a male instructor handed ingredients to every girl from left to right but skipped me—I was the only Asian in that group. I called him out the second time, but honestly, this was really unbearable. There were more male staff than female staff, and while they were polite, I still felt a bit uneasy when they knocked on my door for housekeeping or AC adjustments. The cleanliness was also disappointing: the bathroom wasn’t properly cleaned, water pooled around my feet when I showered, the sink was clogged, and there were hairs stuck to the walls. Two nights were like this. The yoga class in the morning was a disaster to me 😅 as a yoga instructor I probably should had just gone out to the studios nearby… The only good thing was the girls I met here. Otherwise with this money you can definitely stay in a very nice homestay. Oh I had bad sleep there because the AC too strong and the matter was hard. It was the worst 2 nights I have ever had in Ubud