When you dream about villas in Bali, you can’t help but picture those beautiful infinity pool villas surrounded by luscious jungle and endless rice terraces.
No area offers such breathtaking villas as Ubud. With an abundance of lush tropical gardens, elegant infinity pools, and innovative designs, you’ll find an impressive array of villas with a private pool.
Whether you’re longing for traditional Balinese architecture, super sleek cutting edge designs, or a perfect blend of the two, Ubud has it all.
Aesthetic Rice Paddy Views
When you are looking to relax, disconnect and unwind from your usual daily stresses, Villa Lush is a beautiful place to spend a peaceful getaway. Located on the outskirts of Ubud, the villa has easy access to the amenities of the town whilst being far enough away to remain quiet and tranquil.
Sitting beside rolling rice paddies, and featuring a lush shared garden with a glistening swimming pool, you can enjoy the tropical heat, cool breezes and stunning views.
Villa Lush is a 2 bedroom villa that shares property with another 2 bedroom villa – Villa Luna. Together, they are a perfect retreat for larger groups.
Traditional Ubud Joglo
Joglo Wooden Villa is an incredibly spacious home that superbly combines authentic Balinese architecture and craftsmanship with contemporary comforts.
Situated close enough to Ubud’s centre for convenience, but just far enough away to create a peaceful sanctuary, it is ideal for those searching for some serenity after a day of exploring.
Like many villas in Ubud, it’s not ideal for walking into town. But if you’re happy to hop on a scooter, it’s less than 8 minutes to Ubud’s Royal Palace and the central market.
Bright and Tropical Private Villa
Muda Living
Crisp, bright, and artistically designed, this modern Ubud villa is ideal for solo travellers or couples looking to be pampered.
Situated within a family compound, the villa technically shares the pool and kitchen with another bungalow but the lush, towering plants provide plenty of privacy.
Muda Living is worth booking for the free breakfast alone. A beautifully prepared breakfast with freshly brewed espresso will be served in the open-air dining area surrounded by butterflies and tropical flowers, or floating in the pool – dreamy!
Peaceful Family Escape
Villa Rumah Lumbung
Nestled amongst the rice fields, this classic villa provides a peaceful escape from the bustle of central Ubud. With two large bedrooms opening up to a substantial garden area and large pool, there’s plenty of space to stretch out.
The prime spot in the paddies does mean this villa is 10 minutes walk from the closest car parking area. However, the hosts will happily give you, and your luggage, a ride on their scooters.
Epic Jungle View Villa in Ubud
Villa Charles
With a pristine infinity pool overlooking luscious Ubud jungles, Villa Charles is what having a private villa in Ubud is all about! It’s minimal, yet luxurious, design is so beautiful that you’ll never want to leave. And luckily, the private chef means you don’t have to!
If you’re looking for a romantic, secluded getaway, this spot is a perfect choice.
It is a short drive from Villa Charles to the heart of town – we recommend having a scooter, car or driver available. After a day of exploring all the markets, art galleries, temples and amazing Ubud restaurants, you will have a luxurious villa to return to.
Ultra-Luxurious and Modern
Arguably one of the most luxurious villas in Ubud, Villa Santi is sure to take your breath away. The private swimming pool is flawlessly designed to lead you all the way through the property, before dropping off at an endless view of picture-perfect rice fields.
With almost every inch of this contemporary villa boasting panoramic views of Ubud’s sublime landscapes, you feel as though you’re living in nature – with all the conveniences and comforts of a luxury Ubud hotel.
Just 10 minutes out of downtown Ubud, Villa Santi is beautiful!
Stylish Open Villa in the Rice Paddies
As soon as you step into this sleek and contemporary villa, you can’t help but enter a state of pure zen. With uninterrupted rice terrace views and a superb wrap-around pool, Villa Madie is an Ubud dream come true.
Despite its serene setting, this elegant villa is only 5 minutes drive from Ubud’s best cafes, restaurants, and yoga studios.
Hobbit-Inspired Private Villa
Nautilus Treehouse
This unique 5 bedroom villa is straight out of a fairytale. Each section of the hobbit-style Nautilus Treehouse integrates natural materials, shapes, and textures of the jungle to create a truly magical home.
Delightfully quirky with open spaces, a large private infinity pool and 360-degree rice terrace views, this one of a kind villa is the ideal hideaway for families and groups of friends.
Lavish Jungle Private Villa
Hidden away in a gated community, 5km south of Ubud, this ultra-lavish home provides the ultimate sanctuary for those wishing to replenish, rejuvenate and create. Designed as an artist’s-retreat by a music producer, Dragon House is furnished and styled with ultimate comfort and peace in mind.
Original artworks and lavish antiques adorn this opulent villa. It feels more like a jungle palace than a vacation rental. From the Koi pond walk way that welcomes you to the ginormous hand-carved stone bathtub, to the sprawling treetop surroundings, Dragon House is a luxury private villa full of extraordinary secrets for you to uncover.
Bright and Beautiful Ubud Villa
Surrounded by iconic rice terraces, Villa Lina is an ideal luxurious villa for those looking for some breathing space in between their Bali adventures.
Like many other contemporary villas in Ubud, Villa Lina combines white walls, modern style and luscious views to create a wonderfully bright and crisp space.
Unlike other Ubud private pool villas, Villa Lina has a fully enclosed and air-conditioned living space. You’ll stay cool during the day, and won’t be battling those pesky mosquitos at night.
Architecturally Beautiful with Rice Paddy Views
Alpha House
Situated in one of the small artisan villages on the outskirts of Ubud, Alpha House is simply incredible. It has a unique and artistic design that blends in, yet stands out, from the rolling rice paddy landscape.
The superbly designed indoor space flows effortlessly into a vast tropical garden. Created from natural stone, wood, and concrete, this contemporary villa it is the perfect combination of modern, traditional and stylish.
Alpha House has its own swimming pool, 4 lavish bedrooms and picturesque gardens. It’s a stunning setting.
Anything and everything you could ever want, or need, can be arranged by the house manager.
Sprawling Balinese Style Villa
Villa San
Tucked away in a tranquil garden setting, Villa San is an ideal base for exploring Ubud of foot. This spacious 6 bedroom private pool villa is located right in the heart of the action, just a few minutes walk from the Ubud Palace, and central Ubud market.
With in-house spa therapists, babysitters, yoga instructors, personal trainers, and a private chef at your disposable, you’ll want for nothing during your stay at Villa San.
Riverside Haven in the Jungle
Villa Naga Putih
Villa Naga Putih is a stunning 3 storey villa in a spectacular location overlooking Petanu river, and just 3.5km drive northeast of Ubud’s centre.
Featuring both the indoor and outdoor spaces, that have been designed to fully immerse you in tropical wilderness whilst maintaining luxury and comfort, it is a magnificent place to stay.
Completed by a private infinity pool, and 4 sumptuous ensuite bedrooms, all with extraordinary views, Villa Naga Putih is the ultimate Ubud private pool villa for those craving jungle vibes.
Stunning Private Villa in Ubud
Villa Lumia Bali
Villa Lumia Bali is an elegant luxury villa has been carefully crafted around a century-old wooden Joglo (a traditional Javanese pavilion). It features wood carvings and authentic artisan details throughout to create a classic Ubud vibe.
If you’re looking for a fabulous space to spend time with friends and family, Villa Lumia Bali is beautiful.
A free shuttle will drop you in the centre of Ubud in less than 5 minutes. Spend a day exploring the cultural hub of Bali before heading back to your magnificent own villa.
Cool Geometrically Designed Villa
Umah Tampih
Another stunning three bedrool villa in Ubud offering breathtaking views from every angle, Umah Tampih is a haven. If you are looking for a peaceful, scenic and serene escape, Umah Tampih delivers just that.
Wake up and fall asleep to the sounds of the surrounding jungle, dip into the private swimming pool at the height of the treetops, and join the crowds of downtown Ubud – from this sprawling home you can enjoy all the best bits of Ubud.
Iconically Lush Ubud Villa
Located 15 minutes drive outside of Ubud centre, Villa Amrita provides a peaceful setting for an unforgettable stay. A short walk, or cycle, around the villa will give you a fascinating insight into traditional Balinese village life.
When you’re finished exploring, you can cool off in the superbly designed curved infinity pool that cascades down into the steep rice terraces below.
It’s easily my favorite of all the private pools in Ubud.
Final Thoughts
Each of these luxury villas in Ubud offer such a memorable setting, it’s a tough choice to narrow it down.
If I had to pick just one, I wanna pitch up at the Dragon House. Nestled deep in the jungle, this lavishly designed and decorated villa offers a level of luxury and serenity that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime!
But why limit yourself to just one villa in Ubud?
If you’ve got the time, and budget, we recommend staying in a few of the villas on this list! Then you can decide for yourself which is the best. After all, did you even go to Bali if you didn’t stay in at least one luxurious villa?
Featured image: Villa Madie