Cempaka Belimbing Villas is a collection of traditional Balinese villas set on the slopes of Mount Batukaru, in the village of Belimbing (Tabanan regency, Bali). The property is surrounded by terraced rice fields and mountainous terrain, away from the touristy zones of the island's south.

Why stay here

• An authentic rural setting on the slopes of Batukaru, far from the hustle of Kuta or Seminyak
• Direct immersion in active rice terraces and volcanic landscapes
• Traditional Balinese rooms surrounded by private gardens
• An on-site spa and excursion desk
• English-speaking staff alongside Indonesian colleagues

Atmosphere

The property emphasizes tranquility and rural immersion. Villas are scattered throughout a planted garden, with views of the surrounding rice fields and mountains. The architecture draws on traditional Balinese codes: thatched roofs, carved wood, open-air designs. The pace is unhurried, marked by birdsong and agricultural rhythms.

The rooms

Accommodations take the form of traditional Balinese rooms, each surrounded by a small garden. They are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom, sitting area, television, safe, and minibar. Wi-Fi is included, along with toiletries. Breakfast is part of the package.

Services and activities

Dining

The open-air restaurant serves Indonesian and international dishes, with views overlooking the rice terraces.

Spa and wellness

The wellness center offers massages and traditional baths, following Balinese healing traditions.

Excursions and logistics

The hotel provides shuttle service and car rental. The excursion desk organizes notably:

• Hiking through rice fields and surrounding forest
• Trekking sessions on the slopes of Batukaru
• Balinese cooking classes

The staff is multilingual (English, Indonesian), making it easy to arrange outings on-site.

Location

The precise address is Jalan Raya Belimbing, Banjar Suradadi, Belimbing Village, Pupuan, Tabanan Regency, Bali. Belimbing sits in central-western Bali, approximately 2 to 3 hours' drive from Denpasar airport depending on traffic. The village is known for its terraced rice fields and subsistence agriculture (rice, coffee, cloves, fruit).

Nearby attractions

• Jatiluwih Rice Terraces: UNESCO-listed, accessible in less than an hour's drive
• Pura Luhur Batukaru Temple: forest sanctuary on the volcano's flanks
• Lakes Bratan, Buyan, and Tamblingan: highlands region, about an hour away
• Munduk Waterfalls: jungle hiking trails
• West coast (Balian, Medewi): wilder beaches than those in the south

Going further

If you're building an itinerary in Bali or elsewhere in the archipelago, you can compare this rural property with other Indonesian accommodations: the Abian Ayu Villa in another Balinese setting, the Blue Moon Villas on Nusa Lembongan, the Ayana Resort & Spa in Jimbaran, or the Baliem Pilamo Hotel in Papua for a complete contrast.

To plan a full stay, explore our trips in Indonésie.