Mandala Desa

We liked the staff the food was fantastic and the owner is so nice. Would highly recommend staying here

Awesome awesome awesome

Jan and the entire staff made us feel like we were part of the family. We stayed here for a week while attending a retreat nearby and they literally took care of our every worry - from drivers to delicious homemade meals delivered to our rooms. A true respite of calm and peace just a short trip from Ubud. Highly recommended!

Sehr schön gelegen mit Blick ins Reisfeld und tolle Einrichtung mit offenem Bad und Himmelbett. Persönliche Begrüßung des Hausherrn Jan. Schöner, großer Pool und toller Gartenteich um das eigene Bungalow.

Das Abendessen war gut, das Nasi Goreng beim Frühstück war mir zu kreativ anders.

They were incredibly accommodating here in every aspect. They let me check in early, check out late, arranged transportation for me to the zoo as well as a fire dance. Jan was an incredible host.

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Het is een hele speciale plek in de rijstvelden met een bijzondere admosfeer.je wordt er totaal relext.daarbij heerlijk eten en een perfect ontbijt maar liefst 6 keuzes .dus top lokatie en gewrldige mensen

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オーナーとスタッフが丁寧、親切

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The staff was amazing!! So kind, helpful and service minded. The pool area and garden were so beautiful and peaceful. The food was very good quality, and you get room service for every meal without an additional cost!

As with anywhere in Bali, there were a lot of insects, so bring bug spray and keep your food away from the ants. There were a lot of noises around since the neighbors had roosters, dogs and children making a lot of noise just behind the fence.

This little gem is a must see when in Bali. It’s incredibly close to the zoo and reptile/bird park. It’s got two or three jewellery making classes walking distance from it. The rooms are spacious, the facilities are very nice and the common areas are very well maintained. The pool is large and the garden is amazing. The surrounding views are beautiful . The meals are authentic and delicious. And of course the staff are just amazing - you feel like you are on your own and have total privacy while it only takes a minute for the staff to get anything you need.

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Hidden gem! Got discovered during our month long honeymoon here in Bali. We were tired of city traffic, noises and this place came in right time. we really enjoyed our stay here. Because the property offers everything to you - laundry cleaning, breakfast and dinner on place( had several good options),gives information about all acitivities possible around there. I booked fishing trip with local Indonesian guy and Mandala Desa helped me organizing everything. EVEN prepared breakfast because I had to leave early morning. That fishing trip was one of highligts during all my trip. ALSO I manage to catch quite big Tuna( and the Mandala staff prepared it for us, taste was absolutly Great!)And other day we had village tour - What was also amazing, to see real local people life there. Mandala Desa was perfect stay if you want to see real Bali without crowded places and tourists everywhere.

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稻田風景視野好，工作人員貼心，餐點美味。

Schöne ruhige Lage abseits der Touristenmassen, trotzdem recht zentral auf Bali, daher ist man schnell an vielen Ausflugszielen. Das Frühstück/Essen war ausgezeichnet!

Such an amazing property out of the hustle and bustle with an authentic tranquil vibe. Idyllic views when you first wake up and a nice pool area to relax which is situated in the sun so always a nice temperature! The staff were also super friendly and there to accommodate all needs. The food options were also of high quality and very fresh ingredients, with loads of international options to suit children as well as authentic local dishes. Will definitely return next time we are in Ubud!

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Grande chambre (lit à baldaquin, baignoire), beaucoup d’activités possibles dans les environs (canyoning, silver crafting…), possibilité de prendre le petit déjeuner (copieux) à emporter, piscine agréable, très belle vue depuis la chambre

Pas de restaurant : repas servis dans les chambres Hôtel assez isolé, les lieux alentours sont durs d’accès sans voiture ou taxi

Es war sehr erholsam und sehr ruhig. Es ist ein sehr kleines Hotel. Das Personal ist sehr aufmerksam. Das Haus ist sehr geräumig und groß. Man kann Frühstück und auch Abends auf der Terrasse essen. Das Essen ist sehr lecker.

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If paradise exists, then it is at Mandala Desa. Jan and his home are authentic, and fortunately, we didn’t encounter the Bali of mass tourism here. Instead, we stayed in a traditional house reminiscent of the colonial period (no offense to the Indonesians), overlooking a wild and beautiful natural landscape. Jan is an exceptional host, and his staff will pamper you every moment, making you feel both a guest and a local at the same time. The true luxury here, beyond the meticulous attention to guests, is the sincerity of the place and the people. Nestled in a small rural village, Mandala Desa is an eastern gem I will never forget. Thank you, Ja

We stayed with our 2 young boys and had a wonderful time. The staff are attentive, kind and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. The cabin was very spacious and beautiful. We loved our time here.

The hosts are extremely welcoming and well organised (they created a WhatsApp group to coordinate the breakfast, other meals or activities). The room we stayed in (Rice field view) is very spacious and clean with a large bathroom and terrace. The accommodation is away from traffic and has a really nice pool, although we didn't have time to use it. We had breakfast and dinner and each meal was delicious. The accommodation strives to.br sustainable and they have taken many actions to be as eco-friendly as possible.

A general issue in some places in Bali: during the shower we always ran out of hot water and after a couple of minutes it came back. Staying so close to the rice fields meant geckos, mosquitos and other insects around and in the room. It shouldn't have been a problem, but the windows and doors don't fully close. There was about a 1.5 cm gap in the front 5 windows so if you kept the light on during the evening, you would invite a lot of insects inside. Personally, I was stressed about the mosquitos, especially because the rice fields near the house were full with water - the perfect conditions for mosquito larvae.

Amazing quiet location with exceptional view and awesome staff.

Nothing not to like for the price!

Personal touch was really good. (Owner living in property next to you. And what an area ! Beautiful nature. Really good organic food made locally !

Interior of the villa a bit empty. Maybe to use some good designer would make it from perfect to extraordinary :)

Everything was lovely on this place, the view, the staff, the pool, and the village is extra special- we’re in love with Mandala Desa and the incredible people there

The attentive staff and owners really made this an outstanding stay. We started our trip in Bali at Mandala Desa and it was hard for any other stay to compare after this! There's so much special about this stay that it's hard to put it into words. The food was so good and Mandala Desa staff were super understanding of gluten free and were able to adapt almost everything on their menu. The local people were welcoming and had amazing stories. We wanted to thank all the staff for making our stay incredible. We certainly hope to be back in the future!

Found this place completely by accident and I wish we had more time to spend there. Everything was perfect. Even though location is further from bigger cities, there were still lots of activities around. It was really quiet and relaxing. The view of rice fields and mountains from the pool and villa was spectacular. Delicious homemade food. We stayed with toddler, they even served breakfast for him. Bed was comfortable, AC and Wifi worked fine. Staff was superb. Good communication with all team.

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We loved everything! The accommodation, grounds, staff, food, everything. Such a beautiful peaceful space. We spent 4 nights wth our two daughters aged 4 & 6 and they had a great time swimming, walking the grounds and feeding the horses, feeding the fish, eating dinner outside and just relaxing in the room. It is very close to Bali Zoo and a quick grab to the butterfly park in Sukawati, the staff even drove us to the zoo. The Indonesian food and home made bread were highlights. Highly recommend and we would stay again! Oh yes and the VIEW, even from the outdoor shower is beautiful.

Couldn’t fault it, especially for the price!

We had booked elsewhere for 7 nights but were forced to leave after 2 nights as it was totally misrepresented. Luckily we found MandalaDesa and it became our safe haven and an absolute delight to come to. We felt very much looked after by the hosts and the excellent staff. They introduced us to Tude the driver who took great care of us. We have to especially thank all the staff as they were all so kind and helpful. We also ended up having all our meals in-house and they were very well prepared and tasty and my wife's dietary were fully met. Thank you. Another thing to note is that MandalaDesa is in a very authentic Bali style complex and right in Sukawati next door to rice paddies. Very interesting to view the fields being prepared for planting. Sukawati turned out to be very nice to discover, lots of interesting houses, shops, temples and locals who, without fail, were friendly and helpful. Thank you all at MandalaDesa you SAVED our Bali Holiday.

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We had the most wonderful few days at Mandal Desa - the staff was very friendly and helpful, there were there at any time we needed them, villa itself was spacious and clean, children thoroughly enjoyed the pool, lovely breakfast and complimentary treats. We certainly enjoyed our time there and hoping to be back one day.

The village itself is quite ordinary, we really enjoy walking and exploring on foot, however, Mandala Desa is quite isolated and there is nothing to see in the village. However, it is the only con of the whole stay.

Such a place of beauty and relaxation! The villa was very comfortable and private and had stunning views of the rice fields, palm trees and volcanos in the distance. The pool was amazing and enjoyed by our kids in both sun and rain. Every breakfast was AMAZING - the Nasi Goreng, the pancakes, the omelet, home made bread, fruit and juice, excellent coffee. We ordered in lunch and dinner too and they were delicious. The short walk nearby was great for views and local life seeing cows and chickens. We visited both the Bali reptile park and Bali bird park which are nearby and we would highly recommend. But probably the overall highlight was the brilliant staff - Kobo, Koman and others who were so lovely, as was the owner Jan, as well as the drivers who they organised. Just a stunning stay, we would love to come back one day.

Nothing! Even on a very wet day we enjoyed ping pong, scrabble, watching a film on our laptop in the cosy room, and rainy pool swims 🙂

Scenary and hospitality of the host and staff

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Great location in a quiet area surrounded by beautiful rice fields - the best price-quality ratio I had during my stay on the island. Very good service and delicious breakfasts (especially in the gazebo, which added a lot to the experience of eating together with the family). Very nice owner and a big plus for preparing a pdf document with recommendations and information about the facility.

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Every aspect is exceptional - service, ambience, facilities, complimentary breakfast,

Our villa had been cleaned impeccably. It was spacious for our foursome. No issues with mosquitoes as the villa was sealed up fairly well. Aircon was nice and reliable. Actually, we had very little issue with bugs in the unit at all, a rarity for our time in Bali. The breakfast was excellent. 4 options offered and all well executed. My personal favorite: Omelette. You'll love the homemade bread. The staff was very attentive and on point with any issue that arose. The property is beautiful with horses and pet birds for the family to enjoy visiting. Bikes we could use to sightsee and get around! The owners Irmi and Jan (who live on the property) were so warm and made sure we had everything we needed.

It's clear many guests don't use the bikes so they were in need of maintenance. Nothing the hotel can control but Bali is still contending with reducing trash in its waterways. Something felt only when I was off the property grounds.

Mandala Desa felt like paradise home for our family. A warm THANK YOU to Jan & Irmi and their friendly staff! It is so peaceful and beautiful at every corner: kids loved feeding the horses, little fish in the pond next to our villa, trampoline, table tennis, swimming pool with rice fields view, delicious breakfast and good options for food when we came back after a long exciting day. I can go on as it was truly one of the most charming and peaceful places. Location was superb too: kids attractions (safari, zoo, bird's and reptile parks), waterfalls nearby, surfing and diving reachable (we did 2 dives from Sanur - totally recommend), bike trips through rice fields. Thank You, Jan, Irmi and the family! We hope to be back!

Nothing, it was a paradise and felt like home away from home!

Great place to get away from crowds. We really enjoyed everything about this property. The Owner and staff were friendly, kind and caring. We Stayed in Villa 1. The room was very comfortable and cleaned, big bathroom 😍. The foods was excellent., The massage Spa also was wonderful. Unfortunately my husband just stayed one night, he must be jealous 😂 Thank you so much for Bung El and Bu Made that always reminded me to order my lunch and dinner and went out of their way to make sure all I need. Wish I can stay more at this Amazing Villa. It is the Best Villa I have been to by far around Sanur. Would definitely stay here again and would not hesitate to recommend it.🫶🏽🥰

This was a beautiful stay. Really enjoyed it. Room was big and decorated beautifully. Had everything you needed. Pool was lovely. Felt very homely and welcoming. Staff very accommodation and the owner very helpful. And bonus you can feed the horses it was amazing! Definitely will be back!

Nothing everything was great

Such a lovely place for a relaxt stay! The room is huge, the food delicious, and the swimming pool great. Staff is super-friendly. Everything is very well maintained and designed with an eye for detail. Location is outside of Sukawati, with views on the lush green rice paddies and rural sounds. Would love to return one day. Highly recommended!

Boutique hotel with 4 rooms and 2 villsa, we were 2 adults and our 2 kids (3&5) and rented Villa 2. We took Grab to the location from the airport. The Villa had was very nice overlooking fields and some trees, birds and butterflies flying about. Horses and a pony in their lower paddock and the kids took a pony ride. Nice garden and you can walk a short distance on paths nearby in the area, which I did with whichever kid woek first in the morning. Very close to the Zoo and close ish to waterfalls, bird park and the Bali Safari. Kids enjoyed the stick insect, a frog, caterpillars and snails outside. Pool was nice for a cool down swim after day activities. Breakfast included was decent and also a reasonable choice of other foods for order later in the day. Complimentary afternoon tea was a nice touch. Decetnt staff and owners also nice people. We stayed 5 nights and very much enjoyed it.

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Staff were amazing. Beautiful and very peaceful. I felt a little bit like royalty.

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Value for money, helpful and friendly staff, cute dog on property, beautiful view, clean room and facility, friendly owners who greet us

Location is a bit off and hard to locate but served my stay well

The family and staff who own and run this resort are absolutely incredible. The service and willingness to please is beyond compare. The food was some of the best we had after being in Indonesia for 2 weeks. If going to the zoo to ha e breakfast with the elephants and orangutans is on your list, this resort is convenient and very special. We would highly recommend and we have stayed all over Bali and the World. Well run place with people who genuinely care.

Spacefull apartment You have a feeling that you are in a private space Great staff Nice breakfast

You can order dinner only till 18:00 Location it's not the best one, there is nothing really interesting in the nearest neigberhood - you have to use grab Really basic cosmetics under the shower The hairdryer in the room is really slow

Good choice of breakfast - Balinese, western. All great. Really excellent service and friendliness - beyond expectation. Rural bucolic location. Our villa was super sized and very well maintained.

Beautiful place, peaceful surroundings, delicious food and super friendly staff. Too bad we only stayed one night.

All staff were friendly, happy and doing their best to accommodate any inquiries or requests i.e. food arrangements, transportations, room service. The owner and his family were always around greeting me and assuring everything is ok.

Incredible place with a fantastic pool and spacious rooms. The restaurant also serves excellent meals!

Nothing! Only bear in mind that it’s 15 min away from Sukawati center, so better rent a scooter to move around.

Lovely, quiet getaway! Book if you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of Ubud. They have a great garden and pool. The Villa is located right next to some lovely rice fields.

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We loved every moment of our stay here. The villa was amazing, the staff was so friendly and the property is just a piece of paradise.

It’s been a while since we’ve had a true 10/10 experience, and Mandala Desa provided it. Central location so you can explore the island in every direction, with great facilities in case you just want to relax at the resort. The owners will provide anything you need, from services, tips, rentals etc. Whether you’re visiting Bali to rest or to explore, Mandala Desa is the place to go. p. s. they have horses on site and you can feed and pet them

The view on the rice fields and nature, the staff and owners were really nice. Willing to help you with anything you need at all times. Pool area is such a vibe. And breakfast was 10/10. We will come back for sure , even if it is only for Nala..

Mandala Desa is a little paradis in the middle of rice fields! The staff was amazingly kind. They cared and helped with everything! We had the big villa. It was a beautiful house with a rain shower, a little garden and a fish pond! Everything was perfectly clean because they cleaned the room and brought new towels everyday. We would recommend Mandala Desa to everyone who want to have a quiet place but in the near to a bigger city like Ubud.

Excellent host who helps you with everything you need. The food is awesome especially home made bread. Beautiful scenery.

The staff and owner were very attentive. The pictures do not do it justice

Just a little hard to find

If you like the look of this place, just go ahead and book, preferably for a couple of days longer than you first intended. You won't regret your choice! Friendly and welcoming, comfortable and beautiful, great food, helpful hosts. Calm, relaxing, safe base for local adventures on borrowed bikes with a lush pool to return to.

Very quiet place and the sounds you can hear from the nature and the chanting of the temple at night. There’s farmer working in the rice field during the day. Flowers and green everywhere. You can just sit outside enjoy this quite unique feelings. There’s also a lovely dog three horses and a snail on the window, my daughter love it so much. Most important the owner is very kind and willing to help

Jan and the staff was very helpful and kind, recomended place if you like to explore the other side of Bali

It is very hommy, the owner greet us directly, the serene ambiance❤️

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The staff was super friendly, and the breakfast was delicious with organic options. We also enjoyed the welcome drink, Balinese snacks, and afternoon tea. The WiFi was excellent, and not only did they have Indonesia-style power plugs but also USB outlets, which was very helpful for charging smartphones and laptops. The outsourced massage service was skillful and reasonably priced. I am truly satisfied with my stay!

If I were to nitpick, it would be the location surrounded by rice paddies, making it a bit challenging to walk to restaurants or convenience stores. However, the hotel's dining services were reasonably priced, and since we used delivery services like Go-food, it wasn't too inconvenient.

We spent 5 weeks in Bali, every week in a different location. This was the best.

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Wow, Mandala Desa far exceeded all our expectations - we're still talking about how nice it was. Beautiful luxurious room and grounds, super friendly and helpful staff, and a delicious breakfast and other surprise treats. We were even able to buy a nice bottle of Bali wine which we enjoyed by the pool after a swim. If like us you don't have a vehicle, don't worry because it was quick and easy to get a GoCar from here to Ubud etc. I can't imagine a better place in the Sukawati area, at any price.

Everything! The location is excellent, beautiful view on rice fields. Staff is extremely helpful and friendly. We loved the breakfast.

We liked it all, no complaints.

NaLa the dog was gorgeous. The setting is so peaceful and quiet. Owners were super helpful and amenable with great local knowledge. Staff were awesome and very kind. Thoroughly recommended.

Great location. Beautiful surroundings.Jan and his wonderful friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Breakfast and dinner were delicious.

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We enjoyed our stay very much. The owners were very nice and helpful. They even came to pick us one night when we couldn’t find a taxi It was very pleasant to be a little bit away from the crowd of Ubud. We enjoyed the calm of the rice fields around and the beautiful swimming pool. Great breakfast!

Wonderful find, disappointed that we only stayed one night. Perfect place to stay whilst visiting the nearby zoos. Very relaxing, great pool and beautiful views out over the rice paddies. Super friendly staff. Highly recommended.

Directly located at beautifull rice terraces this place is definitely recommendable! The staff is great and caring, the surroundings are quiet although is it not to remote from interesting places. Great also for a trip to Ubud or some of the temples or waterfalls.

Everything was perfect. The best hotel where I ever been. The staff and the family owning the place were amazing. Thanks a lot!

After arriving we instantly booked an extra night of stay because of the great villa, the quit spot and the very kind staff.

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After a long journey, arriving at Mandala Desa was so rejuvenating. We were greeted warmly with refreshing hibiscus tea and balinese snacks. Our villa was beautifully decorated, light, spacious and comfortable. What we loved the most was looking out onto the rice fields and hearing all the sounds of nature around us. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and welcoming. We had a delicious home cooked evening meal and breakfast the next morning. We only stayed for one night but I would have liked to move in! We especially loved hearing about the passion projects from the owner and how Mandala Desa works with the local community. Next time we are in Bali we will be sure to visit again. Thank you so much

Everything was perfect

Very calm around, no tourists even during NY season, while Ubud (20 mins ride away) is full of traffic. Location is nice, Keramas beach is in 15 min by bike; zoo, bird park and reptile park are super close. We had a villa with a great view for rice terrace. The staff is so friendly and pleasant, the owner and his family are very nice and intelligent expats from Europe, who are interesting to talk to!

Beautiful grounds in a great setting. very quiet and peaceful.

wonderful view from the pool area. lovely room and bathroom. the family and staffs are really friendly and gave us the best hospitality.

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Such a good resort with such a price tag. We arrived at night, it was completely dark which was a bit worried. But when it comes to sunrise, the pool view was exceptional and amazing. The staff there was very nice, friendly and helpful. Really recommended since it was really out of my expectation. Very good accommodation for staying.

Our family had a lovely time at Mandala Desa! Jacinta and her team were so welcoming and friendly – from the warm initial greeting to helping us throughout our stay. The villa itself was perfect, the view was beautiful, and the food was delicious. Overall, it was a highlight of our Bali trip – thank you!

Mandala Desa was our favorite stay during our entire 2-week trip to Bali, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida, and Gili Meno. Everything was perfect, including the hostess, staff and service, location, scenic overlook of the rice fields, room comfort and cleanliness, amenities, food service, etc. We felt like it was home away from home. I would highly recommend and would absolutely return for a longer stay.

The stay was absolutely amazing, the staff was so friendly and accommodating they go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need, there food from the kitchen is so fresh and is made with care, they are definitely a family there and they make you feel as part of that family