The Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal is a popular destination for people traveling to Ubud, Bali. Owned by the village of Padantegal, the village members serve as the governing council, The Padangtegal Wenara Wana Foundation. Visitors numbered only about 800 people per month in 1986 but have grown to more than 10,000 people visiting each month. Monkey Forest Road provides a number of hotels for travelers to chose from when visiting the Forest.
The Sahadewa Resort and Spa offers many luxurious amenities for a very reasonable price. A welcome drink, short welcome massage, American breakfast, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, free Wi-Fi in the hotel lobby and restaurant and shuttle to the Ubud market/museum are all included in the room rate. Each room includes a private bath, refrigerator, television and air-conditioning. The hotel architecture is built in the Balinese style with intricately carved wood fixtures and traditional statuary and gardens. Offering yoga and spa services, the hotel is also in walking distance to the Monkey Forest Sanctuary. Room rates range from about $100 to $140 per night as of 2010.
Sahadewa Resort Spa
Jl. Hanoman, Padang Tegal
Ubud, Bali Indonesia 80571
62-361-971590
sahadewaresort.com
Named after the Hindu elephant headed deity, Casa Ganesha Hotel offers posh accommodations at a budget price. With 24 rooms to chose from, 17 rooms have double beds and seven have twin beds. The hotel is minutes away from the city center and mixes traditional Balinese architecture with modern design. Hidden courtyards, large terraces, spa, swimming pool, art gallery, Fish Pond Restaurant & Bar and free Wi-Fi in all rooms are all part of the Casa Ganesha Hotel experience. Each room includes a television, minibar, hair dryer and air-conditioning. Rates are about $40 a night as of 2010.
Casa Ganesha Hotel
Jln. Raya Pengosekan
Ubud, Bali Indonesia 80571
62-361-971488
casaganesha.com
Located in close proximity to the Monkey forest, Pertiwi Resort and Spa is named after mother earth. Offering a lush tropical landscape and total privacy, the hotel also has two swimming pools, two restaurants, room service, spa, laundry services and free Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel. Each room has a television, balcony, air-conditioning and refrigerators. Rates vary depending on the accommodations, and the hotel offers rooms ranging from a standard hotel room to a two-bedroom family pool villa. Pricing starts at $85 a night up to $475 as of 2010.
Pertiwi Resort and Spa
Monkey Forest St
Ubud, Bali, Indonesia 80571
62 361 975236
pertiwiresort.com
