This is our second stay at Maya and wouldn't stay ...

This is our second stay at Maya and wouldn't stay anywhere else on Bali. The last time we were here was in 2006 and on deciding to have a relaxing (do nothing) vacation this year,8 years later decided to come to Bali again - which meant staying at Maya Ubud!

The hotel is amazing. We are staying in a Deluxe Pool Villa, as we did last time and nothing has changed. Wonderfully maintained, great vibe, relaxing, totally private and feels like your the only one here. Better than staying at a private villa as you have all the wants from a private villa, however you also have the convenience and security of the amazing resort. In addition, great restaurants & food, beautiful pools & sunbathing areas as well as friendly service that you can't fault. Of course, the forest outlook and villa pool are great, so it you don't want to share your sun baking/swimming environment, you don't need to.

Ubud village also has great food to cater for any taste - the area has some internationally renowned restaurants.

I rate this resort a 10/10 and will definitely be returning in the future when Bali is on the radar. Not usually a big resort lover, but this one is certainly different due to the Villa. Personally I wouldn't stay in a hotel room as that's just boring - the Pool Villas on the hand - amazing. We also stayed a night at their Deluxe Duplex Villa which is much larger, but then decided to go back to the hut style pool villa, as we found it more cosy.

We have travelled the world many times and have always stayed in five-star hotels/boutique hotels in the biggest and smallest cities. We are fussy/perfectionist gay travelers, from professional backgrounds and take it from us - we know you will love your stay - we certainly are!

George & Scott

PS: the internationally awarded Maya Spa is also incredible, as are many of the local spas. We usually have some sort of treatment every day. Life is tough!! :)