Fivelements Retreat Bali, Ubud

That extra massage after a tiring but wonderful trip to Mount Batur was exactly what I needed. The resort also gave me a complimentary late checkout and surprised me with lovely gifts several times. I spent nine days at Five Elements, including a seven-day retreat, and felt pampered and cared for from the start. My days included morning yoga, healing massages, rituals, acupuncture, the Agni Hotra ceremony, and more. The whole place feels natural, comfortable, and carefully thought through. I loved the creative, delicious food and the relaxing pool area. Every staff member was attentive, kind, and ready to help with a genuine smile. If you're looking to heal, recharge, and focus on wellness, this is a lovely place. I can't recommend it highly enough. Thank you for making my stay unforgettable.

The staff were genuinely friendly and went above and beyond. I also recommend trying the hotel's yoga and taking a tour of the John Hardy factory. I received an amazing room upgrade, which isn't something you can generally count on, but the hotel itself was impressive too. Getting in means taking tiny, single-car-width lanes past old Hindu homes and temples. The hotel sits in the jungle near a pleasant, fast-running river. You can't swim there, but it's lovely to listen to at night and watch the surrounding nature. The place clearly suits eco-minded, spiritual, and vegetarian travelers, though meat is available. Rooms are well-made bamboo structures, with private outdoor showers and, if you're lucky, a private bath and pool. There's AC and wifi for Western comforts too. A really amazing experience. I'll be back!

The gardens were always being cared for by the groundspeople, who were cheerful and never failed to greet me. Housekeeping kept my room meticulous, and I never wanted for anything. I came home just a day ago and already miss the place. Fivelements felt like a piece of paradise, and I'll definitely go back to recharge. I spent five days there hoping for peace, quiet, reflection, and a bit of indulgence, and the resort delivered on all of it. I chose it for the plant-forward restaurant and every meal was delicious, so I didn't need to leave. The restaurant staff were attentive and helpful, and nothing felt like too much trouble. At the spa, I had relaxing massages and a lovely facial. The rooms are spacious and beautiful, and the service was top quality. I wish I could have spent more time there. The spa team were so kind and willing to do anything for me. Thank you, Fivelements. See you again soon!

We booked the five-night Sattva Yatra retreat and stayed in a riverfront suite. The daily morning yoga and the special sound-healing and yin-yoga session were wonderful, though we did wish there were an afternoon yoga class each day for more variety. The retreat's spa treatments were another highlight, with beautifully designed, peaceful rooms and massages that felt both excellent and therapeutic. The room was quiet, set in lush forest, and completely private. We loved the outdoor shower behind it and the bathtub on the front terrace. As meat eaters, we weren't sure we'd enjoy plant-based meals, but the vegan dishes were creative and full of flavor. The wholesome juices were refreshing, we ate more than enough, and we appreciated being able to have meals brought to the room. This was our first retreat, and Fivelements set a very high bar.