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Royal Kamuela Villas & Suites At Monkey Forest Ubud - Adult Only

A 5-star, adults-only retreat in Ubud's rural heart, steps from the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and the centre's restaurants and shops.

  • Private pool villas with outdoor living areas
  • Central Ubud location with secluded feel
  • Top-rated staff and personalized service
9 Perfect 998 reviews Booking.com 9 · 998 reviews

About

Royal Kamuela Villas & Suites At Monkey Forest Ubud - Adult Only

Royal Kamuela Villas & Suites is a 5-star adults-only property set in a rural pocket of Ubud, about 1.4 km from the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. The hotel pairs tropical gardens with a full spa menu — facials, massages, and body treatments — plus an outdoor pool and sun terrace. Guests arrive to 24-hour reception, valet parking, and a welcome drink; the vibe is calm, personal, and decidedly for grown-ups.

Accommodation spans King Suites to One-Bedroom Villas, the latter with private pools, garden views, and open-air living spaces. Breakfast is a highlight — served in-room or at the restaurant, with options like chocolate waffles and brioche French toast. The property keeps a tight footprint, so service feels attentive, and the central location means Ubud's restaurants, shops, and the Monkey Forest are all within easy reach.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Attentive, personable staff — Guests repeatedly mention the warm, friendly service and how it elevated their stay. It's a consistent theme across reviews, aligning with a 9.6 staff rating.
  • Secluded yet central location — The property feels private and rural, yet it's close to Ubud's restaurants, shops, and the Monkey Forest. Several guests highlight this balance as a key plus.
  • Private pool villas — The One-Bedroom Villas come with their own pool, outdoor living room, and garden views — a feature guests call out as a highlight for privacy and relaxation.
  • Memorable breakfast — Breakfast earns regular praise, from the quality and selection to specific dishes like chocolate waffles and brioche French toast. It's a recurring positive in reviews.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Adults-only policy — The hotel is explicitly adults-only, so families with children cannot stay here. This is a structural constraint rather than a flaw, but it narrows who can book.
  • Comfort and facilities ratings lag — While rooms and service score highly, comfort (8.2) and facilities (8.3) are the lowest categories — worth noting if you expect the very highest level of physical amenities.
  • Limited dining options on site — The hotel has a restaurant and snack bar, but some guests suggest exploring outside for variety — one review mentions walking a mile to another bar. If you want multiple on-site restaurants, this may not be it.
  • Small property scale — With a limited number of rooms and a boutique feel, guests who prefer large resorts with extensive facilities might find the offering intimate but not expansive.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

King Suite

  • 1 King-size bed

One-Bedroom Villa

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
  • Bathtub

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • In-room breakfast
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
  • Coffee shop
  • Dinner
  • Happy hour

Wellness & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Fitness centre
  • Yoga class
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Valet parking
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Safe deposit box

Property & Outdoors

  • Garden area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Horseback riding
  • Live entertainment

Room Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Safety & Policies

  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed
  • Adults only

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

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Perfect 998 reviews

Guest-rated 9/10 from 998 reviews

Booking.com · 9 · 998 reviews
9Verified guest

“Easy to reach with a comfortable location close enough to the waterfalls, all the restaurants, and tourist walks like Campuhan Ridge. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, with options like chocolate waffle or brioche French toast topped with ice cream.”

9Verified guest

“We had a brilliant stay at this small hotel. The food was outstanding and the location was ideal. We could get a drink at Lamak Restaurant & Bar, about a mile away.”

9Verified guest

“Loved the villa. Great location and a good breakfast selection.”

9Verified guest

“Excellent staff — personable and friendly. Good location that feels secluded yet very close to Ubud's centre. The villa was brand new, luxurious, and very comfortable with a private pool.”

9Verified guest

“Luxurious suite with really good staff whose warm service and attentiveness made our stay special. The delicious breakfast fuelled our adventures, and the pool area was beautiful for relaxing.”

9Verified guest

“Enjoyed the breakfast and excellent service.”

04 — Location

Getting around Ubud

The property sits in Ubud.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: Located about 1.4 km from the hotel, this Hindu temple complex is a must-visit. Guests love being so close to the forest and its resident macaques.

Ubud Centre: The hotel's central location means restaurants, shops, and tourist walks like Campuhan Ridge are easily reachable on foot.

Waterfalls & nature: Several waterfalls are within easy reach, and the rural setting offers plenty of hiking and cycling opportunities.

Jl Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 08:00-12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
25 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is from 08:00 until 12:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers parking, including valet parking.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at Royal Kamuela Villas & Suites.

Does the hotel have a spa?

Yes, there is a spa and wellness centre offering facials, massages (back, head, full body, foot), and other treatments.

Is breakfast included?

The hotel offers in-room breakfast and a restaurant with a breakfast menu. Guests have praised the selection, including chocolate waffles and brioche French toast.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.

The bottom line

For couples seeking an adults-only escape in the heart of Ubud, Royal Kamuela delivers on privacy, service, and location. The private-pool villas and top-rated staff make it a compelling choice, though those wanting extensive on-site facilities should weigh the trade-offs.

9Best for couples wanting central Ubud access with a secluded, service-focused stay.

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