Bambootel is a collection of eco-luxury bamboo hotels in Bali, created for travellers seeking a deeper connection with nature, local culture, and a slower pace of life. Each Bambootel resort is thoughtfully designed using sustainable bamboo architecture, natural materials, and heartfelt hospitality, allowing the surrounding landscape to shape every stay. The flagship destination, Bambootel Sawah View, is located in the peaceful village of Maniktawang, near Ubud in central Bali.
Bambootel Sawah View is the flagship resort of the Bambootel collection, located in the peaceful village of Maniktawang, Tampaksiring, around 30 minutes north of Ubud in central Bali. Surrounded by rice terraces, tropical greenery, and rural Balinese life, this eco-luxury bamboo resort is designed for guests seeking a slower pace of life and a deeper connection with nature. The resort features 28 bamboo-crafted suites, sky villas, and private pool villas, alongside two restaurants, Embung Spa, a 24-hour fitness centre, wellness experiences, and cultural activities that celebrate the landscapes and traditions of this part of Bali.
Bambootel Sawah View offers a collection of bamboo suites, villas, and private pool villas designed around the landscape of Tampaksiring, Bali. Accommodation types include the Suite with Pool Access, Deluxe Suite with Jacuzzi, Sky Villa, One Bedroom Pool Villa, Sawah View Pool Villa, Two Bedroom Pool Villa, and Three Bedroom Pool Villa. Each space combines natural materials, thoughtful design, and views of the surrounding rice terraces, tropical gardens, or valley landscape. From intimate stays for couples to spacious villas for friends or small groups, every accommodation option is designed to offer comfort, privacy, and a slower connection with nature.
Bambootel Sawah View offers two restaurants and a bar, each with its own atmosphere while sharing the same connection to the surrounding landscape. The Nini is the resort’s all-day dining restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner overlooking the valley and main pool. Maniq offer a dinner experience with a modern Asian fusion menu inspired by regional flavours and Balinese ingredients. Guests can also enjoy cocktails and light bites at The Nini Bar & Lounge, along with special dining experiences including floating breakfast, romantic dinners, Balinese cooking classes, weekly barbecue evenings, cultural dinners, afternoon tea, and outdoor movie nights beneath the stars. In addition, our in-room dining menu is available until 10.30pm every day.
Yes. Embung Spa at Bambootel Sawah View offers a peaceful setting where wellness is shaped by Balinese healing traditions, natural ingredients, and the slower rhythm of the surrounding landscape. Open daily from 9:00am to 9:00pm, the spa offers a carefully curated menu of massages, body treatments, facials, and wellness rituals designed to restore balance and encourage deep relaxation. Whether visiting after a day of exploring or simply taking time to slow down, Embung Spa is designed as a place to reconnect with both body and mind.
Located in Maniktawang village, Tampaksiring, Bambootel Sawah View connects guests with Balinese culture through experiences shaped by the local community, surrounding landscapes, and traditions that continue to be part of everyday life. Guests can join guided walks through rice fields and village pathways, where members of the local community share stories of farming, traditions, and daily life. Cultural experiences include canang-making in Balinese attire from 4pm to 5pm daily, Balinese cooking classes using local ingredients, visits to sacred temples, and the Melukat purification ritual. Other experiences include the Maniktawang Ancient Tour, morning water meditation at Mengening Temple (daily at 7am), silver crafting with local artisans, and Balinese cultural evenings at Maniq restaurant featuring traditional food, music, and dance. Each experience is designed to create a deeper connection with the people, places, and traditions that shape this part of Bali.
Bambootel Sawah View offers five thoughtfully curated stay packages, each designed around a different way of experiencing Bali. First Taste of Tampaksiring introduces guests to the culture and landscapes surrounding the resort through village walks, cooking classes, and temple visits. The Honeymoon Sanctuary is designed for couples, combining romantic dining, spa treatments, and quiet time together. The Reset Retreat focuses on wellbeing through yoga, nourishing dining, and wellness experiences, while Stay and Savour is created for guests who wish to settle into a longer, slower stay. The Renewal Journey, available for stays of five nights or more, combines wellness, movement, and the traditional Melukat purification ritual.
Yes. Bambootel Sawah View offers an intimate setting for weddings surrounded by rice terraces, tropical landscapes, and bamboo architecture in Maniktawang Village, Tampaksiring. Designed for smaller, thoughtfully curated celebrations, the resort combines beautiful natural surroundings with warm hospitality and personalised planning. Couples can celebrate with ceremonies, receptions, private dining experiences, and accommodation for family and friends, creating a wedding that feels connected to both the landscape and the people gathered there.
Bambootel Sawah View is located in Maniktawang Village, Tampaksiring, in the peaceful highlands of central Bali. The resort is approximately 30 minutes from central Ubud and around 1.5 to 2 hours from Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar), depending on traffic. Guests can reach the resort by private transfer, taxi, or self-drive, with complimentary parking available on site. If you’re arriving from elsewhere in Bali, our team will be happy to help you plan the most convenient route before your stay.
Yes. Bambootel Sawah View is located in the peaceful village of Maniktawang, Tampaksiring, an area known for its welcoming local community and relaxed pace of life. The resort has a professional security team on duty 24 hours a day, giving guests peace of mind throughout their stay. Whether you’re exploring the surrounding village, returning after an evening in Ubud, or simply relaxing at the resort, our team is always available to provide assistance and local advice when needed.
Working at Bambootel means becoming part of a hospitality brand built around nature, thoughtful design, and meaningful connections between people and place. Our resorts are created to offer guests a slower, more intentional way to experience Indonesia, and our team plays an important role in bringing that vision to life. We value genuine hospitality, creativity, respect, teamwork, and a willingness to learn. Whether welcoming guests, preparing memorable dining experiences, caring for the landscape, or supporting daily operations, every role contributes to creating stays that feel personal, authentic, and unforgettable.