Bali, Indonesia – 17 September 2026: Fivelements Ubud has been named Best Hideaway Retreat in Indonesia 2026 at the Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, recognising the retreat’s distinctive setting, intimate scale and approach to holistic wellbeing.
Set along the banks of the Ayung River and intentionally removed from Bali’s busier tourist areas, Fivelements Ubud offers guests the space to slow down and reconnect with nature. With just 19 suites surrounded by tropical gardens, the retreat combines privacy and a strong sense of place with convenient access to the cultural heart of Ubud.
The recognition reflects an experience that extends well beyond accommodation. Traditional Balinese healing, personalised wellness programmes, yoga and meditation, sacred rituals and plant-forward cuisine are brought together within a stay designed around physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
“We are very proud to receive this recognition, particularly because the idea of a hideaway speaks so closely to what makes Fivelements Ubud special,” said Stefan Zich, General Manager of Fivelements Ubud. “Our location gives guests the opportunity to step away from the pace of everyday life and spend meaningful time in nature, while experiencing the healing traditions and culture of Bali. This award belongs to our entire team, whose care and dedication shape that experience every day.”
The 2026 award adds to more than 95 international industry accolades Fivelements Ubud has received over the years across wellness, hospitality, spa, cuisine and sustainability. As the retreat continues to evolve, its riverside setting and connection to Balinese healing remain central to the Fivelements experience.
About Fivelements Ubud
Opened in 2007, Fivelements Ubud is an intimate wellness retreat set within tropical gardens along the Ayung River near Ubud, Bali. The retreat was founded on the belief that wellbeing is shaped through the relationship between people, nature and the deeper dimensions of life.
Its approach draws on Balinese healing traditions and the philosophy of Sekala-Niskala, recognising the seen and unseen aspects of wellbeing. Guests can experience results-oriented wellness programmes, traditional healing therapies, yoga and meditation, sound healing, water and fire blessing rituals, and other holistic practices led by experienced Balinese healers, therapists and wellness practitioners.
Food forms an integral part of the experience through Fivelements Ubud’s plant-forward wellness cuisine, centred on fresh produce, seasonal ingredients, fermented foods and nourishing dishes, with additional options available for different dietary preferences.
Across its 19 suites, healing spaces, riverside venues, and tropical gardens, Fivelements Ubud offers an environment designed for rest, reconnection, and meaningful personal renewal, while remaining deeply connected to Bali’s culture and natural landscape.
Fivelements Ubud
Banjar Batur Rening,
Mambal, Badung, Bali 80352
T +62 361 469 206
WA +62 811 3332 0036
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About The Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards
The Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards was founded as an independent and impartial initiative to recognise the highest achievements in the global hotel industry. This esteemed awards organisation stands out due to its distinctive approach, prioritising the quality of guest feedback over the number of votes from judges or the general public.
