Fivelements Retreat

(2 Reviews)

Ubud, Bali (Indonesia)

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Garden of Peace Fivelements Retreat Bali

Fivelements Retreat

(2 Reviews)

Ubud, Bali (Indonesia)

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This intimate boutique retreat with 18 suites along the Ayung River is about a 15-minute drive from Ubud. It offers unique healing and energy massages and treatments. There’s also a plant-based restaurant and daily yoga classes.

Where you are going...

At Five Elements Retreat, you’ll find yourself immersed in nature. Nestled in lush tropical surroundings and located right by the sacred Ayung River, the resort offers a peaceful escape. Ubud is just a 20-minute drive away, and the property is surrounded by six sacred sites that help you connect with the five elements and achieve mental and physical harmony. Nearby, you can discover waterfalls, temples, local markets, museums, and stunning rice terraces. A complimentary shuttle service (20 minutes) takes you easily to the heart of Ubud, while Denpasar Airport is about a 75-minute drive from the retreat.

Why you’ll love it...

In Fivelements, everything is deeply connected to nature. You’ll be surrounded by the calming sound of the Ayung River, and the 18 bamboo and wood suites and villas blend seamlessly into the lush garden. A peaceful koi fish pond winds its way through the retreat, adding to the tranquility. The centerpiece of Fivelements is the stunning yoga dome, towering up to 30 meters high. In the resort’s gardens, they grow vegetables, fruits, herbs, rice, and even the flower petals used for the spa's ritual baths. The belief at Fivelements is that nature has a healing power, and you’ll feel that the moment you step inside. Here, everything slows down and invites deep relaxation. Fivelements is dedicated to emotional healing and personal transformation, offering a reset for body, mind, and spirit. The retreat works with traditional Balinese healers, who have an intuitive approach and are deeply rooted in their spiritual heritage. There are a variety of treatments and massages focused on emotional balance, relaxation, mindfulness, meditation, and breath work. Everyone is unique, and Fivelements embraces this by offering a tailor-made approach to each guest's wellness journey. This holistic approach to wellness is complemented by the nourishing plant-based meals, daily yoga sessions, and the serene surroundings, creating an ideal space for inner peace and healing.

Wellness, Spa and Health

Fivelements is a place for deep emotional healing, offering a true reset for your mind, body, and spirit. The retreat works with highly skilled practitioners, traditional healers, and therapists from Bali. Fivelements offers a range of treatments, healing sessions, and massages designed to help restore your inner calm. The wellness center focuses on emotional balance, energy healing, and spiritual sessions, led by traditional Balinese healers, who are deeply connected to their spiritual heritage. Many of the programs incorporate therapies such as water therapy, prana healing, and reflexology. The retreat has a Watsu pool for water therapy, a spacious outdoor pool with massage jets, and some villas even feature private plunge pools. Daily yoga classes are held at 9 AM in the impressive yoga dome, and guests can regularly join in on traditional Balinese ceremonies. There is also a shuttle service to Ubud each day.

Holistic Activities and Sports

Meditation
Yoga
Martial arts
Bicycle
Hiking
Rafting

What’s on the Menu

The restaurant at Fivelements offers a fully plant-based menu, although they don’t refer to it as ‘vegan’ due to the occasional use of honey. The food is exceptional, with several breakfast choices and an extensive lunch and dinner menu, including a wide variety of starters, main courses, and desserts. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared, based on the belief that food plays a key role in healing the body. A unique feature of the restaurant is its bamboo structure, with a roof shaped like a banana leaf, a symbol of food in Bali. The restaurant’s outdoor terrace by the Ayung River provides a peaceful dining experience. There’s also a Friendship Table where guests can connect with others. Room service is available during restaurant hours.

We love

The complete tranquility of the resort, combined with the vibrant town of Ubud, just twenty minutes away. With the free shuttle service, you can easily reach the center of Ubud
Everything in the resort is intertwined with nature: the open yoga spaces, lush gardens with the the healing watsu pool, the bamboo restaurant, and the garden where vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flower petals are grown
The fragrant tropical flowers and the use of only organic ingredients in all the products and food enhance the natural experience
Sustainability and community support are key values: the temple next to the resort is cared for, a portion of the revenue is donated to a local orphanage, and many staff members from the nearby village have worked here for years
Once a month, during the full moon, Fivelements hosts a special full moon ceremony in the sacred space in the resort

Good to know

Smoking is prohibited in the resort, there is a designated space for smokers outside Fivelements

At a glance

Boutique hotel (< 25 rooms)
Surrounded by nature
Single friendly
Destination spa
Bamboo yoga dome
Adults only
Free holistic activities
Gourmet Healthy cuisine
Cycling facilities and walking trails
Various ceremonies that you could attend if you wish

Boutique hotel (< 25 rooms)
Surrounded by nature
Single friendly
Destination spa
Bamboo yoga dome
Adults only
Free holistic activities
Gourmet Healthy cuisine
Cycling facilities and walking trails
Various ceremonies that you could attend if you wish

Wellbeing programmes

Spa & Wellness

from € 262 p.p.

Min. 2 nights, breakfast

from € 262 p.p.

Min. 2 nights, breakfast

Panca Mahabhuta Holistic Healing 3 nights

from € 1234 p.p.

Min. 3 nights, full board, holistic healing

from € 1234 p.p.

Min. 3 nights, full board, holistic healing

Panca Mahabhuta Holistic Healing 5 nights

from € 2057 p.p.

Min. 5 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

from € 2057 p.p.

Min. 5 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

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Panca Mahabhuta Holistic Healing 7 nights

from € 2879 p.p.

Min. 7 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

from € 2879 p.p.

Min. 7 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

Tri Kaya Parisudha Holistic Detox Retreat 7 nights

from € 3667 p.p.

Min. 7 nights, detox plant-based full board

from € 3667 p.p.

Min. 7 nights, detox plant-based full board

Panca Mahabhuta Holistic Healing 10 nights

from € 4113 p.p.

Min. 10 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

from € 4113 p.p.

Min. 10 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

Tri Kaya Parisudha Holistic Detox Retreat 10 nights

from € 5238 p.p.

Min. 14 nights, detox plant-based full board

from € 5238 p.p.

Min. 14 nights, detox plant-based full board

Panca Mahabhuta Holistic Healing 14 nights

from € 5758 p.p.

Min. 14 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

from € 5758 p.p.

Min. 14 nachten, volpension, holistic healing

Tri Kaya Parisudha Holistic Detox Retreat 14 nights

from € 7333 p.p.

Min. 14 nights, detox plant-based full board

from € 7333 p.p.

Min. 14 nights, detox plant-based full board

Important

Flights to Denpasar (DPS)
Transfer time from airport: Denpasar about 75 minutes
Check-in 2 PM / Check-out at noon
Late check-out: possible with an extra charge and subject to the availability
Parking is free of charge
This is an adults-only hotel (children below 16 years old are not allowed)
Pets are not allowed
Swimwear is obligatory in the swimmingpools
Internet is free and available in the lobby
Bathrobes, towels and slippers are provided in your room

Visa requirements for visiting Bali (Indonesia) depend on your nationality, the purpose of your visit, and the length of stay. Most travellers to Indonesia need a visa. Before you start your holiday to Indonesia, you’ll need to arrange a few documents. Although it may seem like a lot, the process is fairly quick. Please check the terms and conditions that may apply for you regarding your passport and visa requirements when travelling to Indonesia. Always check with the Indonesian embassy or consulate in your home country for the most up-to-date requirements before traveling to Bali. Also, make some copies of your important travel documents and/or save them in a secure online site.

General Requirements:

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date
Proof of onward or return travel

Visa on Arrival (VOA)

Travellers to Indonesia require a Visa on Arrival (VOA). This visa allows a stay of 30 days and can be extended once for an additional 30 days (total stay of 60 days. Costs around IDR 500,000 (approx. € 32) and can be obtained upon arrival at Bali's international airports or seaports. This Visa on Arrival (VOA) often involves long queues. We recommend to apply for an e-visa in advance, which will make getting through customs much faster. Keep in mind, the e-visa takes around 3 days to process, so make sure to apply ahead of time. You can apply your electronic Visa on Arrival (E-VOA) here. This E-VOA is valid at international airports of Jakarta, Bali, Yogyakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Manado and the Batam seaport.

Tourist tax

Starting February 14, 2024, every traveler will need to pay a one-time tourist tax of IDR 150,000 per person (around €9) when visiting Bali. You can pay this tax online in advance or through the "Love Bali" app, or pay upon arrival with a credit card. Please apply for the tourist tax here, via the 'Love Bali' website. Cash payments aren’t accepted at the moment. After paying, you’ll receive a Levy Voucher with a QR code that will need to be scanned upon entry to Bali.

Electronic Customs Declaration form and Health Declaration Form

Around 2-3 days before you arrive in Indonesia, you’ll need to complete the Electronic Customs Declaration Form online. Once submitted, you’ll receive a QR code that will be required at departure or upon arrival.

Additionally, you’ll need to fill out a Health Declaration Form the day before your departure. This form asks for your personal details, health information, and travel history over the last 21 days. Once completed, you’ll receive a QR code, which you should save or screenshot, as you may be asked to show it at the airport upon arrival.

Rooms

At Fivelements, you’ll be surrounded by nature, staying in one of 18 spacious and luxurious suites, each with a veranda that includes comfortable lounge chairs and a cozy seating area. The River Front Suites feature a balcony and an outdoor bathroom complete with a rain shower and bathtub. The Hillside Suite and River Suite have indoor bathrooms with a rain shower, bathtub, and a private plunge pool (around 4 by 2 meters). Every suite is thoughtfully equipped with either a king-size or queen-size bed, hairdryer, tea and coffee-making facilities, a safe, phone, air conditioning, desk, seating area, ironing amenities, fan, iPod dock, iPad, mosquito net, and dining area. Bathrobes, slippers, toiletries, and towels are also provided for your comfort.

River front Suite

Hillside Pool Suite

River View Pool Suite

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February 4, 2020

Een luxe toevluchtsoord, weg van alles. Fivelements ligt op 15 minuten afstand van Ubud, ze bieden een gratis shuttle die prima werkt. Laat terugkomen is geen probleem, want taxi's zijn overal in Ubud.

Het retreat zelf is een kleine oase in de jungle. Prachtig ontworpen en mooie kamers met een lokaal tintje. Geweldig veganistisch eten wordt geserveerd in het restaurant! Ontbijtmenu is geweldig met een goede keuze aan eten. Ik verbleef 5 nachten en had elke dag iets anders te eten. Grappig is dat het restaurant erg goedkoop is in vergelijking met de kamerprijs. Diner kunt u gemakkelijk naar elk restaurant in Ubud gaan. Ik heb wat massages en de colonreiniging geboekt, fantastisch!

Ook zijn er dagtochten te boeken bij de conciërge. Villa's zijn erg mooi, de nieuwe zwembadvilla's zijn cool maar niet zo authentiek als de villa's aan de rivier. Pure ontspanning!

Als je van yoga houdt, ben je ook op een goede plek! Het is prijzig, maar toch de moeite waard. Zoals gezegd, een geweldige plek om ver weg van alle drukte te ontspannen!

Anoniem

January 11, 2020

Jungle river location - out of the way, quiet and with the noise of the forest and river at night. Very friendly staff who really make an effort to get to know you and what you need from the stay. A wonderful chef who takes the cooking classes there - very thorough teaching and you learn what makes up the basis of their excellent meals served at the restaurant and the principles of the raw vegan cuisine. Yoga teachers were amazing even for someone like me with little experience, a lot of fun to wake you up in the morning! A great place!

Robin

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