A newcomer among the rush rice paddies of Ubud, Equipoise Resort offers a sanctuary where every element of the stay experience is anchored by a state of equilibrium. It begins upon the very first moment of arrival, a telltale sign that one has left the hustle and bustle of busy Ubud behind, instead entering a world where time seems to have stopped and the only to-do list item to tick off is relax.
The design, inspired by the spirals of a snail’s shell, ensures a space crafted with equal thought for luxury, sustainability, and reverence for the Balinese principle of Tri Hita Karana. The result is an enclave swathed in bamboo, lending its organic flair, while curved furniture softens the space with a sophisticated lift. All villas here are personal oases, complete with living areas that open to Ubud’s greenscapes with their own private pools attached.
Rest is its own special journey here as the Sleep Concierge Ritual leads evenings into peaceful shuteye in the signature rounded Aireloom beds. Guests can curate their own sleep experience by choosing from seven different aromas and pillows to bolster a better environment.
Still, much excitement awaits beyond the lodgings’ four walls. Terra Verte lures the hungry to its alfresco seats with Mediterranean-Italian-style fare. Unwinding arrives in more ways than one: personalised self-care regimens at the Hammana Spa through Wariga Bali Wellness where each treatment is guided by the Balinese Life Path’s calendar system, explorations to nearby natural sites, or in-resort programmes that allow guests to immerse themselves in local culture, folkways, and art.
Asia Dreams Volume 58
Equipoise Resort
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