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Petit Futé 2023 Bali

murni — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 09:31:56 +0000

Petit Fute Bali Lombok 2023

Petit Futé 2023 Bali

Recommended hotel

Murni’s Houses & Spa

Jalan Raya Ubud
✆ +62361975165
www.murnis.com

Cet établissement possède 12 maisons confortables à la décoration traditionnelle balinaise. Certaines maisons comportent deux chambres, un salon, une véranda et deux baignoires. Murni’s Houses and Spa appartenait au célèbre pionnier local Murni qui a fondé le premier r estaurant international d’Ubud en 1974, ainsi que le premier magasin d’arts tribaux et d’antiquités à Ubud. Les objets d’art ornent les murs et font du Murni’s Houses un véritable musée. Aux maisons, au restaurant et à la boutique s’ajoute un spa, propice à la détente.

The hotel has twelve comfortable houses with traditional Balinese decoration. Some have two bedrooms, a living room, a veranda and two bathrooms. Murni’s Houses and Spa belongs to the famous local pioneer Murni who founded Murni’s Warung, Ubud’s first international restaurant in 1974, as well as the Murni’s shop, the first tribal arts and antiques store in Ubud. Art objects adorn walls and make Murni’s Houses a real museum. As well as the houses, the restaurant and the shop, there is Tamarind Spa where qualified staff welcomes you in an atmosphere conducive to relaxation.

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The Dusit Thani Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand – The Last Day

murni — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 05:38:11 +0000

On 5 January 2019 the iconic Dusit Thani Hotel, Bangkok, closed its doors. Dusit Thani means ‘Heavenly City’. These photographs were taken on that sad day.

It was one of the earliest 5-star hotels in the city, known for its famous guest list, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Whitney Houston, Ronald Reagan and Tom Jones, and striking modernist architecture. At that time, Bangkok was full of American GIs, who were fighting the Vietnam War. They were there for rest and recreation. Most Bangkok hotels were emphasising Western modernity, but the Dusit Thai concentrated on Thainess. There were 517 rooms and suites and a funky hexagonal pool.

The hotel was on the corner of Rama IV and Silom roads across from Lumphini Park and opened on 27 February 1970. It was then Bangkok’s tallest hotel, designed by Japanese architect Yozo Shibata and had a golden spire on top of the roof, inspired by Bangkok’s Wat Run, Temple of Dawn, up the river. It was a favourite dining and events location, especially for weddings of the rich and famous. More than 20,000 couples were married in the hotel’s Grand Ballroom. At one time there was a white elephant standing outside at the front.

The Dusit Thani was the creation of Chanut Piyaoui. She opened her first Bangkok hotel, the 3 star Princess Hotel, in 1948. Over the next seven decades, her company owned 29 hotels in 18 countries – 9 self-owned and 20 managed. Dusit International also manages 240 luxury villas in Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

It will be replaced by a mixed-use 440,000 square metre development on a 60 year lease. Upon completion in 2023/24, the project will comprise the 39 storey, 250 room Dusit Thani Bangkok Hotel, all rooms with a view of Lumphini Park, a 69 storey residences condominium, an 80,000 square metre Central Park Shopping Complex and 40 storey Central Park Offices. The investment is estimated to be 36.7 billion baht (US$1.16 billion). There will be a golden spire on the rooftop and an indoor waterfall.

The Hindu/Buddhist shrine near the junction of Silom and Rama IV roads will be kept. So will the banyan tree planted by Chanut decades ago.

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Murni’s Houses & Spa – Trip101.com

murni — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 04:25:28 +0000

Trip 101

10 January 2020

Stay in comfort at the award-winning Murni’s Houses, a hotel just a short walk away from Ubud’s town center. With spotless guestrooms adorned with traditional Balinese art, shared amenities like swimming pool and garden, and a spectacular view of the mountain, this is an accommodation that won’t disappoint. Free Wi-Fi, coffee, breakfast, and parking are available for guests, and main attractions like Campuhan Ridge Walk and Saraswati Temple are just a stone’s throw away. This is a place you’ll love coming home to after a long day of activities.

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Petit Futé 2020 Bali

murni — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 20:06:01 +0000

Recommended hotel

Murni’s Houses & Spa

Jalan Raya Ubud
✆ +62361975165
www.murnis.com

Le studio à partir de 475 000 Rp jusqu’à 2 500 000 Rp l’appartement pour 5 personnes. Petit déjeuner en option.

A seulement trois minutes de la rue principale d’Ubud, vous pouvez profiter du calme de ce lieu devenu une institution. Cet établissement possède 12 maisons confortables à la décoration traditionnelle balinaise. Certaines maisons comportent deux chambres, un salon, une véranda et deux baignoires. Le salon possède également un lit. Murni’s Houses and Spa appartenait au célèbre pionnier local Murni qui a fondé Murni’s Warung, le premier restaurant international d’Ubud en 1974, ainsi que le magasin Murni’s shop, le premier magasin d’arts tribaux et d’antiquités à Ubud. Les objets d’art ornent les murs et font du Murni’s Houses un véritable musée. Aux maisons, au restaurant et à la boutique s’ajoute un spa où le personnel qualifié vous accueille dans une ambiance propice à la détente.

Just three minutes from the main street of Ubud, you can enjoy the calm of this place becoming an institution. The hotel has twelve comfortable houses with traditional Balinese decoration. Some have two bedrooms, a living room, a veranda and two bathrooms. The lounge also has a bed. Murni’s Houses and Spa belongs to the famous local pioneer Murni who founded Murni’s Warung, Ubud’s first international restaurant in 1974, as well as the Murni’s shop, the first tribal arts and antiques store in Ubud. Art objects adorn walls and make Murni’s Houses a real museum. As well as the houses, the restaurant and the shop, there is Tamarind Spa where qualified staff welcomes you in an atmosphere conducive to relaxation.

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Romantic Honeymoon Package

murni — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 04:39:24 +0000

Fall in love all over again!

Murni has created a special Romantic Honeymoon Package at Murni’s Houses & Spa.

Stay at Murni’s Houses & Spa with its lovely garden full of sculptures and tribal art objects, which the New York Times said is one of the best small hotels in the world and that was even before Murni improved it!

Relax in one of our new luxurious couple’s rooms at the popular Tamarind Spa at Murni’s Houses, which many say is the best spa in Bali, and a spa enthusiast even said was the best spa in the world (and she should know). En suite baths and showers, subdued lighting, individually controlled music, air conditioned.

Dine at the historic Murni’s Warung which was first real international restaurant in Ubud, now celebrating over 50 years, in a stunning, riverside gorge, a real photogenic location, and try Bali’s most famous local dishes.

Murni’s Romantic Honeymoon Package includes:

Pick Up at the Airport.
Tropical Welcome Drink.
3 Nights in The Suite at Murni’s Houses.
Murni’s Big Breakfast.
Honeymoon Package at the Award Winning Tamarind Spa (3.5 hours).
All Day Tour (up to 8 hours).
Our Ebook: Murni’s Bali Tours, Where to Go, What to do and How to do it.
Romantic Candlelit Dinner at Murni’s Warung.
Honeymoon Cake.
Drop at the Airport.

IDR 9,999,999 per couple.

In many cultures, including Chinese and Japanese, the number 9 is considered lucky, often associated with longevity, good fortune, and success.

NOTE:

We can change the type of room (if you wish) and add nights at Murni’s Houses (subject to availability).

Reviews for Murni’s Houses in Magazines, Papers and Books

To book

and please mention the Romantic Honeymoon Package

Email: murni (at) murnis.com

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Videos of Hotels

murni — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 07:04:47 +0000

Videos of Hotels

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Sawo Apartment 2

murni — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 16:53:46 +0000

Murni’s Houses Sawo Apartment 2

Living Room

Sawo Apartment 2 at Murni’s Houses, Ubud, Bali is on the first floor of a new two-storey building.

2 bedrooms.
1 bedroom with a double bed.
1 bedroom with a bed with 2 mattresses which can be pushed apart on request.
Both bedrooms have en suite bathrooms – shower, basin and WC.
Option of air conditioning in the bedrooms or open windows.
A living room with a Chinese Wedding Bed, a sink and a WC.
Both bedrooms have verandas with views.
Electronic Safe.
Private entrance, porch and rear door to the garden.
Fans throughout.
Fly screens.
Free Welcome Drink on Arrival.
Free Fiber Optik Wi-fi (Biznet) throughout.
Free parking.
Free coffee and tea facilities in the room.
Books.
Mini-bar.
Breakfast and other meals.
Daily housekeeping.
Laundry.
Transport.
Tours, Activities and Classes.
Spa.
Swimming Pool.
Garden.
Dining area.
24 hour security.
Sleeps up to 5 people.

Kitchenette

Entrance to Bedrooms 1 and 2

Bedroom 1

Bathroom: Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bathroom: Bedroom 2

View

Breakfast

Murni’s Big Breakfast is two eggs served to order, ham or bacon, toast with home made jam, yoghurt with fruit and honey, and coffee or tea. Vegetarian and Balinese options available.

Meals

Murni’s Warung, the first real restaurant in Ubud, which I founded in 1974, is only 5 minutes’ walk and we can deliver meals to your accommodation, if you wish.

Check in and Check Out

Check in: 2 pm.

Check-out: 12 noon.

Pick Up or Drop

You can get a pick up or drop back anywhere, please let me know.

Tours, Classes and Activities

There’s a lot to do in and around Ubud.

You can book tours, courses or activities (such as photography tours, helicopter tours, chocolate factory tours, cooking classes, Indonesian or Balinese language lessons, Balinese flute lessons, gamelan lessons, white water rafting, elephant safari park trip with a ride on an elephant, Bali Swing, Jungle Buggies, bicycle drive through the villages, climbing a volcano at sunrise, rice paddy trek, bird walks, herbal walk through rice paddies, tarot reading, Balinese dance classes, batik painting classes, making Balinese offerings, snorkeling or scuba diving or a boat trip to a deserted island). I’ll be happy to do this for you.

Reviews for Murni’s Houses in Magazines, Papers and Books

Email: murni (at) murnis.com

Murni’s Houses Sawo Apartment 2

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Murni’s Houses Sawo Apartment 1

murni — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 16:23:01 +0000

Murni’s Houses Sawo Apartment 1

Murni’s Houses Sawo Apartment 1 is on the ground floor of a new two-storey building.

2 bedrooms.
1 bedroom with a double bed.
1 bedroom with a bed with 2 mattresses which can be pushed apart on request.
Both bedrooms have en suite bathrooms – shower, basin and WC.
Option of air conditioning in the bedrooms or open windows.
A living room with a Chinese Wedding Bed, a sink and a WC.
Both bedrooms have verandas with a view of the back garden.
2 Electronic Safes.
Private entrance, porch and rear door to the garden.
Fans throughout.
Fly screens.
Free Welcome Drink on Arrival.
Free Fiber Optik Wi-fi (Biznet) throughout.
Free parking.
Free coffee and tea facilities in the room.
Books.
Mini-bar.
Breakfast and other meals.
Daily housekeeping.
Laundry.
Transport.
Tours, Activities and Classes.
Spa.
Swimming pool.
Garden.
Dining area.
24 hour security.
Sleeps up to 5 people.

Living Room

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2 Bathroom

Veranda

View

Breakfast

Murni’s Big Breakfast is two eggs served to order, ham or bacon, toast with home made jam, yoghurt with fruit and honey, and coffee or tea. Vegetarian and Balinese options available.

Meals

Murni’s Warung, the first real restaurant in Ubud, which I founded in 1974, is only 5 minutes’ walk and we can deliver meals to your accommodation, if you wish.

Check in and Check Out

Check in: 2 pm.

Check-out: 12 noon.

Pick Up or Drop

You can get a pick up or drop back anywhere, please let me know.

Tours, Classes and Activities

There’s a lot to do in and around Ubud.

Reviews for Murni’s Houses in Magazines, Papers and Books

Email: murni (at) murnis.com

Reviews for Murni’s Houses in Magazines, Papers and Books

Murni’s Houses Sawo Apartment 1

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The Suite

murni — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 15:49:06 +0000

Murni’s Houses The Suite

Bedroom

The Suite at Murni’s Houses, Ubud, Bali is on the first floor of a two-storey building.

1 bedroom with a double bed or twin beds.
Option of air conditioning in the bedroom or open windows.
A living room with a Chinese Wedding Bed.
En suite bathroom – shower, basin and WC.
Veranda with a view of the garden.
Electronic Safe.
Private entrance.
Fans throughout.
Fly screens.
Free Welcome Drink on Arrival.
Free Fiber Optik Wi-fi (Biznet) throughout.
Free parking.
Free coffee and tea facilities in the room.
Books.
Mini-bar.
Breakfast and other meals.
Daily housekeeping.
Laundry.
Transport.
Tours, Activities and Classes.
Spa.
Swimming Pool.
Garden.
Dining area.
24 hour security.
Sleeps up to 3 people.

There is a communicating door if The Room and The Suite are booked together.

Bathroom

Living Room

Veranda

Tropical View

Breakfast

Murni’s Big Breakfast is two eggs served to order, ham or bacon, toast with home made jam, yoghurt with fruit and honey, and coffee or tea. Vegetarian and Balinese options available.

Meals

Murni’s Warung, the first real restaurant in Ubud, which I founded in 1974, is only 5 minutes’ walk and we can deliver meals to your accommodation, if you wish.

Check in and Check Out

Check in: 2 pm.

Check-out: 12 noon.

Pick Up or Drop

You can get a pick up or drop back anywhere, please let me know.

Tours, Classes and Activities

There’s a lot to do in and around Ubud.

Reviews for Murni’s Houses in Magazines, Papers and Books

Email: murni (at) murnis.com

Murni’s Houses The Suite

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The Room

murni — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 15:29:28 +0000

Murni’s Houses The Room

Bedroom.

The Room at Murni’s Houses, Ubud, Bali is on the first floor of a two-storey building.

1 bedroom with a double bed.
Option of air conditioning or open windows.
En suite bathroom – shower, basin and WC.
Veranda with a view of the garden.
Electronic Safe.
Private entrance.
Fans throughout.
Fly screens.
Free Welcome Drink on Arrival.
Free Fiber Optik Wi-fi (Biznet) throughout.
Free parking.
Free coffee and tea facilities in the room.
Books.
Mini-bar.
Breakfast and other meals.
Daily housekeeping.
Laundry.
Transport.
Tours, Activities and Classes.
Spa.
Swimming Pool.
Garden.
Dining area.
24 hour security.
Sleeps up to 2 people.

There is a communicating door if The Room and The Suite are booked together.

Bedroom

Bathroom

Veranda

View

Breakfast

Murni’s Big Breakfast is two eggs served to order, ham or bacon, toast with homemade jam, yoghurt with fruit and honey, and coffee or tea. Vegetarian and Balinese options available.

Meals

Murni’s Warung, the first real restaurant in Ubud, which I founded in 1974, is only 5 minutes’ walk and we can deliver meals to your accommodation, if you wish.

Check in and Check Out

Check in: 2 pm.

Check-out: 12 noon.

Pick Up or Drop

You can get a pick up or drop back anywhere, please let me know.

Tours, Classes and Activities

There’s a lot to do in and around Ubud.

You can book any tours, courses or activities (such as photography tours, helicopter tours, chocolate factory tours, cooking classes, Indonesian or Balinese language lessons, Balinese flute lessons, gamelan lessons, white water rafting, elephant safari park trip with a ride on an elephant, Bali Swing, Jungle Buggies, bicycle drive through the villages, climbing a volcano at sunrise, rice paddy trek, bird walks, herbal walk through rice paddies, tarot reading, Balinese dance classes, batik painting classes, making Balinese offerings, snorkeling or scuba diving or a boat trip to a deserted island). I’ll be happy to do this for you.

Reviews for Murni’s Houses in Magazines, Papers and Books

Email: murni (at) murnis.com

Murni’s Houses The Room

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The Studio

murni — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 12:17:51 +0000

The Studio

Private Living Room.

The Studio at Murni’s Houses, Ubud, Bali is on the first floor of a new two-storey building.

1 bedroom with a bed with 2 mattresses which can be pushed apart on request.
En suite bathroom – shower, basin and WC.
Balcony with panoramic views to the west over the mountains.
Walk in dressing room with a desk.
Electronic Safe.
Spacious entrance hall with 2 armchairs and table.
Private entrance.
Air conditioning.
Fans throughout.
Fly screens.
Free Welcome Drink on Arrival.
Free Fiber Optik Wi-fi (Biznet) throughout.
Free parking.
Free coffee and tea facilities in the room.
Books.
Mini-bar.
Breakfast and other meals.
Daily housekeeping.
Laundry.
Transport.
Tours, Activities and Classes.
Spa.
Swimming pool.
Garden.
Dining area.
24 hour security.
Sleeps up to 2 people.

Private Living Room

Bedroom

Dressing Room

Bathroom

View

Breakfast

Murni’s Big Breakfast is two eggs served to order, ham or bacon, toast with home made jam, yoghurt with fruit and honey, and coffee or tea. Vegetarian and Balinese options available.

Meals

Murni’s Warung, the first real restaurant in Ubud, which I founded in 1974, is only 5 minutes’ walk and we can deliver meals to your accommodation, if you wish.

Check in and Check Out

Check in: 2 pm.

Check-out: 12 noon.

Pick Up or Drop

You can get a pick up or drop back anywhere, please let me know.

Tours, Classes and Activities

There’s a lot to do in and around Ubud.

Reviews for Murni’s Houses in Magazines, Papers and Books

Email: murni (at) murnis.com

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Murni’s Houses Introduction

murni — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 11:31:27 +0000

Murni’s Houses & Spa

The Pool.

Winner of UK Luxury Travel Award 2023/24

Travel & Hospitality Awards UK: Murni’s Houses & Spa is Winner of Boutique Hotel of the Year in Bali, 2021

Murni’s Houses & Spa is Winner of Wellness Hotel of the Year, Indonesia, 2023/24

Murni’s Houses are in a very quiet part of Ubud.

These 11 guest accommodations and spa are each designed with individual character, built in a traditional Balinese compound, where you will enjoy peaceful seclusion that’s just a three-minute walk to Ubud’s main street.

Free Welcome Drink on Arrival
Free Fiber Optik Wi-fi (Biznet) throughout.
Free parking.
Free coffee and tea facilities in the rooms.
Electronic safe in every room.
Verandas.
Books in every room.
Fans in every room.
Optional air conditioning in all rooms
Fly screens.
Mini-bar in every room.
Shower, basin and WC in every room.
Breakfast and other meals.
Daily housekeeping.
Laundry.
Transport.
Wheelchair.
Tours, Activities and Classes.
Spa.
Garden.
Swimming Pool.
Dining area.
Elevator in the main building.
24 hour security.

A New York Times travel writer called Murni’s Houses one of the world’s ten best small hotels. Since then, they’ve just gotten better.

Murni has recently added 6 luxury rooms and, very rare for Ubud, a panoramic glass-walled elevator in The Big House overlooking the countryside: https://www.murnis.com/long-stay-rental/luxury-rooms-murnis-houses.

Murni’s Houses is more than just a beautiful boutique hotel; it is an elegant and romantic home, full of Balinese art in every corner.

From the moment you book Murni will share her local knowledge and provide personal assistance to help you plan the perfect stay.

Murni lives here and welcomes all her guests personally.

Murni’s Houses: No 2 on Trip Advisor in 2023, 2024 and 2025

✨ Now featuring breathtaking drone footage from a whole new perspective! ✨

Glide over the tropical gardens and soothing pool of Murni’s Houses & Spa in the heart of Ubud.

Peak Season Concerns in Ubud — and Why Murni’s Houses is the Perfect Solution

1. Heavy Traffic & Congestion

During peak seasons Ubud’s narrow roads become clogged with cars, scooters, and tour buses. Travel times can double, especially around Monkey Forest Road, Jalan Raya Ubud, and Campuhan Ridge.

Perfect Solution: Murni’s Houses is tucked away in a quiet, green enclave — yet just a short walk from the centre. You’re close to everything, but shielded from the chaos.

Murni’s Warung 200 m

Murni’s Warung Shop 200 m

Rice Fields 200 m

Campuhan Ridge Walk 250 m

Museum Puri Lukisan 350 m

Blanco Renaissance Museum 400 m

Ubud Palace 650 m

Ubud Market 650 m

Neka Art Museum 1.8 km

Monkey Forest Ubud 2 km

2. Accommodation Shortages & High Prices

Many top villas and hotels get booked up months in advance and prices surge, especially during holidays and international school breaks.

Perfect Solution: Murni’s Houses offers excellent value year-round. With a variety of room types, you’ll find something special — and authentic — at a fair price.

3. Crowded Attractions

Popular spots like the Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terraces, and Tirta Empul can be overwhelmed by tourists, affecting the atmosphere and photo opportunities.

Tip: Visit major attractions early in the morning (before 9 am) or late afternoon. For a more peaceful experience, explore lesser-known temples and rice fields.

Perfect Solution: To provide the best personal service for guests staying at Murni’s Houses & Spa, we have created 7 specially curated tours, accompanied by an ebook Murni’s Bali Tours, Where to go, What to do and How to do it, also a paperback and audio book and YouTube videos, so that you can experience the best of Bali. Our drivers will set off as early (or as late) as you wish. We recommend early to avoid the traffic and heat and can arrange early breakfasts.

4. Overbooked Restaurants & Long Waits

Iconic restaurants and even casual cafés often have long waiting lists or queues.

Perfect Solution: Murni’s Houses is only 4 or 5 minutes walk from Murni’s Warung (which will also deliver to Murni’s Houses).

We guarantee, exclusively for guests staying at Murni’s Houses & Spa, a reserved table at Ubud’s oldest and most romantic restaurant, which speciaises in authentic, local cuisine. Just let us know your preferred date and time.

5. Spa Bookings are Filled Fast

Good spas are often booked up during peak periods.

Perfect Solution: Tamarind Spa at Murni’s Houses is on-site and award-winning. Guests can walk there in a second.

6. Noise & Disruption

Some parts of Ubud become noisy.

Perfect Solution: Murni’s Houses, nestled among gardens and running water, is a haven of calm — even in the busiest season. Tranquil countryside in the middle of town.

7. Peak Season Extended Stay Packages

If you plan on staying more than 31 nights, please ask for details.

Escape to Paradise – One Price, All-Inclusive!

Indulge in the magic of Ubud with our exclusive All-Inclusive Travel Package at Murni’s Houses & Spa.

For one set price, enjoy:

- ✨ Beautiful Balinese-style accommodation
- ✨ Daily Breakfast
- ✨ Luxurious spa treatments
- ✨ Airport transfers
- ✨ Optional tours. activities and classes
- ✨ Free Wi-Fi

Everything is taken care of – all you have to do is relax, explore, and enjoy.

Located in the heart of Ubud – tranquil, authentic, unforgettable.

Book your all-inclusive escape now!

Click here: https://www.murnis.com/murnis-houses/murnis-travel-package-ubud-bliss-getaway/

Recent Trip Advisor Review

Gringo in Paradise wrote a review May 9, 2026

San Diego, California

★★★★★ A Hidden Sanctuary in the Heart of Ubud

In all my years of traveling, this has to be one of the top accommodations I’ve ever had the pleasure of experiencing.

My time at Murni’s Houses turned out to be one of the highlights of my visit to Bali.

From the moment you arrive, the property creates a sense of peace and serenity. The lush jungle surroundings, traditional Balinese architecture, carved teak details, peaceful pathways, and flowing water features all blend together beautifully. Extraordinary statuary, antiques, and art pieces collected by Murni over decades are thoughtfully placed throughout the property, giving every corner its own sense of discovery and character. The entire atmosphere immediately slows you down and makes it easy to disconnect.

Located just a short walk from central Ubud, Murni’s somehow manages to feel completely removed from the chaos of town. After stepping through the entrance, the noise disappears and you’re surrounded by the sounds of birds, flowing water, and the jungle.

The staff were warm, gracious, and genuinely welcoming throughout my stay. My room was uniquely Balinese in character, comfortable, and full of charm rather than feeling like a generic resort. The private terrace overlooking the grounds was an added bonus and became one of my favorite places to simply sit, relax, and take in the peaceful atmosphere.

Having the spa on the property was also a wonderful convenience. Both massages I had during my stay only added to the overall sense of relaxation and tranquility that defines the entire experience at Murni’s.

Another wonderful touch was being able to order food directly from Murni’s Warung, located just down the road, and have it delivered either to the beautiful open-air veranda and lobby area or directly to my room. The meals I had there captured the flavors of authentic Balinese cuisine beautifully. It also adds another layer of history to the experience knowing that Murni’s Warung, opened in 1974, was the very first restaurant established in Ubud.

One of the absolute highlights was having the opportunity to meet Ni Wayan Murni herself — a true Balinese legend whose contributions to preserving and sharing Balinese culture are remarkable. Sitting down over tea and her famous fried bananas while listening to stories about Bali was an experience I’ll never forget.

This is not the place to stay if you want giant pools, loud beach clubs, or sterile luxury. This is the place to stay if you want to actually feel Bali.

Murni’s Houses feels less like a hotel and more like a peaceful cultural retreat hidden inside the jungle.

Highly recommended for travelers seeking authenticity, tranquility, and genuine Balinese hospitality.

The Mother of Ubud: Finding Bali’s Soul at Murni’s Houses

For me, that moment came on my third day in Ubud, sitting across from a remarkable woman named Ni Wayan Murni, a plate of fried bananas between us, listening to her tell me the story of her life. By the time I left Bali, I understood that finding Murni’s Houses had been one of the great strokes of luck of my traveling life.

Read the full story: The Mother of Ubud: Finding Bali’s Soul at Murni’s Houses

Top 3% of accommodation worldwide in 2018

Murni says:

“I am pleased to say that Murni’s Houses has been awarded the HotelsCombined Recognition of Excellence for 2018 in Indonesia.

This award is in recognition for consistently achieving the highest standards of Customer Satisfaction worldwide. HotelsCombined analysed customer opinions on websites, forums and social media, resulting in an incredible score for Murni’s Houses of 10 out of a possible 10.

Murni’s Houses now represents the top 3% of accommodation worldwide for Customer Satisfaction.”

2018

RECOGNITION OF EXCELLENCE

Murni’s Houses

10.0 Rated by Guests

Murni’s Houses & Spa on Instagram

We have over 1,000 photos already on Instagram and add more every day.

Follow along with us @murnishousesandspa for a daily look inside our peaceful Ubud sanctuary— featuring authentic Balinese rooms, award-winning spa, a serene pool, warm local staff, fresh food, and our relaxing tropical gardens.

To book

or Email: murni (at) murnis.com

Murni’s Houses & Spa

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