Kastara Resort
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, book it if you want a quiet five-star stay outside central Ubud with one of the best guest scores in the area. Skip it if you want to walk everywhere or keep a tight food budget, as dining prices draw complaints.
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Kastara Resort is our Luxury pick in Ubud. It has an official five-star rating and a guest score of 9.5 out of 10 from 2,784 reviews, a large sample for such a high mark. It suits couples and anyone who wants calm surroundings, a spa and a pool after days out.
It is less suited to travellers on a tight budget. Room rates are seen as reasonable, but guests say food and drink at the resort are expensive. If you plan to eat in most nights, that adds up.
Location and getting around
The resort is at Jalan Bangkiang Sidem, Keliki, Tegallalang, Gianyar, in the Sambahan area. Guests describe a peaceful jungle setting near the Campuhan Ridge Walk and rice fields. The location score is 9.2.
Puri Lukisan Museum is about 2 km away, roughly 25 minutes on foot. Goa Gajah is about 5 km, around 63 minutes, and Gunung Kawi about 9.2 km, close to 115 minutes. Both of those are far, so plan on a taxi or a driver. Free parking is listed if you rent a vehicle.
These walking times are straight-line estimates and have not been checked. Paths in the area may be longer than the numbers suggest.
What guests say
Staff are the most praised feature. Reviewers call the team friendly, helpful and attentive, with a warm welcome. The quiet, green setting is the other strong theme.
The main criticism is value at the restaurant and bar. Rooms are considered fairly priced, but food and drink prices are seen as high.
Price and value against our other Ubud picks
The reference price was €125.34 per night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 Nov) for 2 adults in one room. That is about €251 for two nights, against a sample median of €74.33. These are not live quotes. Check today's price for your dates.
Our other two Ubud picks cost far less. Jati 3 Bungalows, the Budget choice, scored 8.2 with 3 stars at €19.75 a night. The Iyang Ubud, our Best Value pick, scored 9.1 with 3 stars at €26.57. Kastara costs about €99 a night more than The Iyang Ubud.
What you get for that: five stars, a spa, a pool, a gym, a restaurant, a terrace, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast options listed include continental, full English, vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, kosher, Asian, American and breakfast to go. Check whether breakfast is in your rate.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 16 eligible hotels in Ubud. Kastara shared first place on guest score among them, and five-star hotels get priority for our Luxury slot. A 9.5 from nearly 2,800 reviews made it an easy choice for the top category.
Before you book
Check whether breakfast is included and read the cancellation terms. Neither has been assessed, and nor have room size, noise or renovation condition.
Confirm spa and pool hours and any fees. Budget for meals, or plan some dinners away from the resort. If you want to visit Goa Gajah or Gunung Kawi, arrange transport in advance.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Kastara Resort close to Ubud centre?
Puri Lukisan Museum is about 2 km away, roughly 25 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. Guests describe the setting as peaceful jungle near the Campuhan Ridge Walk.
Is food at Kastara Resort expensive?
Yes, that is the main complaint. Guests find room rates reasonable but food and drink prices high.
Does Kastara Resort have a spa?
Yes, it lists a spa and wellness centre, plus a pool and a gym. Check opening times and fees for your dates.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price was €125.34 a night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. Check today's price for your dates.
Can I walk to Goa Gajah?
Not comfortably. It is about 5 km away, around 63 minutes on foot, so take a taxi or arrange a driver.