BeingSattvaa

Built in 2014, BeingSattvaa aims to create a wellness experience for its guests. The name means essence or goodness in Sanskrit, and the focus here is on complete relaxation and healing. With that in mind, the hotel is non-smoking and all of the food is completely vegetarian. It’s a quiet property, as there are only 15 rooms and villas, so guests often feel like they have the huge grounds, pool, and facilities to themselves. 

Traditional buildings are dotted throughout the property, and the interiors are decked out in dark wood floors and solid teak furniture. There are lots of Indian touches throughout the hotel’s decor as well, like the colorful table linens used in the restaurant, which are made in Jaipur, India. The color scheme throughout the hotel uses rich reds, yellows, and oranges, and the open-air buildings let in plenty of light and breezes. 

The beautiful Balinese gardens are full of tropical plants like heliconias and frangipani, as well as Balinese lanterns. There are also several fountains dotted here and there, plus a lotus pond near the entrance that's filled with multi-colored water lilies. The sound of running water can be heard throughout the property, which adds to the feeling of serenity. The hotel mainly attracts couples, and the occasional family, looking for a peaceful getaway.

BeingSattvaa is located on a small road up in the hills near the Tegallalang area on the outskirts of Ubud. There's a small village just down the road from the resort, but otherwise not much is in the area. Lush tropical gardens surround the property and a river runs alongside it. The tranquility of the hotel feels a world away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Ubud, but it's only a 20-minute drive south to get to the center of town. Once there, shops, restaurants, cafes, and yoga centers are in every direction, plus attractions like the Ubud Market, Ubud Palace, and the Museum Puri Lukisan, which displays modern and traditional Balinese paintings and wood carvings. The hotel runs a free shuttle into the center five times a day. The closest airport is Ngurah Rai International, which takes around one hour and 20 minutes to reach by car. 

There is a wide range of rooms to choose from here, ranging from traditional hotel rooms to stand-alone villas. All are spacious -- with entry-level rooms starting at 50 square meters (538 square feet) -- and they have a breezy, stylish look that blends traditional Balinese and Indian elements with modern touches. Rooms are furnished with dark Indonesian teak furniture that has a rich feel, and a colorful mix of soft furnishings and textiles from Bali and India provide welcome pops of color. Walls are plain white, as is the bedding, and four-poster beds add an elegant touch in many rooms. As with the public areas of the property, the outside is brought in -- almost all bathrooms are partially open to a private tropical garden. The interiors are contemporary, with stone tile floors and urban-chic concrete walls plus large vanities with sharp, square vessel sinks, a rainfall shower, and a separate soaking bathtub.

The resort's nine "pavilions" are hotel-style rooms with private terraces. Two one-bedroom Joglos, which are Javanese wooden houses set in the rice fields, have separate living rooms and terraces. Four multi-bedroom duplex "pavilions" and villas are available that can accommodate four to eight people people. All units include free Wi-Fi, iPod docks, air-conditioning, robes and slippers, free mineral water, and a safe. The Joglos and the three-bedroom villa are the only ones with a TV, as part of the property's aim to promote peace and quiet.

There are a number of features at this hotel that are aimed at helping guests relax and re-center. For starters, there's an infinity pool that's surrounded by decking made of Borneo ironwood. It's placed to make the most of the sunset views over the rainforest. There are plenty of comfortable loungers, and the river can be heard rushing below. Guests can also unwind with some low impact activities -- free yoga classes are available three times a week in the outdoor yoga pavilions which overlook the rainforest, and there are free trekking tours on offer around the village and rice fields. A range of treatments is available in the two lovely spa treatment rooms, including body scrubs, massage, aromatherapy, manicures, and pedicures.

The hotel’s vegetarian-only restaurant is a highlight for many guests. The open-air pavilion overlooks the pool and gardens and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and also serves a free afternoon tea with assorted Balinese cakes. Cuisine is an international mix of Indian, Indonesian, Western, and Mediterranean food. It focuses on foods that are beneficial to the body, and avoids dishes that use high amounts of sugar or processed ingredients. Many dishes contain fruit and vegetables grown organically on-site, such as coconuts, papayas, bananas, and tomatoes. Breakfast is included in the room rate and items fresh fruit, cold-pressed vegetable and fruit juices, and freshly made whole-grain bread are available. Room service is offered during limited hours. There's also a small bar within the restaurant -- wine is served, but no other alcohol is available at the property. 

Other amenities at the hotel include free parking, a free shuttle into Ubud, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a business center, meeting room, and conference space for corporate guests.