How to Choose a Retreat in Bali

Bali’s meditation retreats are some of the most beautiful in the world. The incredible island paradise is home to a number of incredible retreats with a range of styles from relaxation, yoga and healing meditation to personal transformation and spiritual awakening. We’ve selected 7 of the best meditation retreats in Bali to find your peace of mind. 

_{1. Villa Mirah} 

If you’re looking for a short rejuvenating stay then the 3 days breathing space yoga retreat at Villa Mirah is the perfect getaway. Have the ultimate long weekend surrounded by nature while practicing transformative healing techniques like yoga, pranayama and meditation. This is the perfect place to relax and re-centre as you enjoy the unique and picturesque eco-retreat.

Length of Stay: 2 nights, 3 days

Price 1 Person: USD$350 / AUD $512

Package Includes: 

• 3 Daily meals
• Daily yoga classes
• Daily meditation classes
• 1 hour healing massage
• 1 ice bath session
• Breathwork or Pranayama
• Zen Walking

_{2. Hot Stone Club} 

Spend 8 days regenerating with healing techniques from around the world at the Hot Stone Club Retreat. Step out of the hustle and bustle of daily life into this relaxing and healing centre created to boost your vitality, cleanse your body and clear your mind. The Hot Stone Club offers a unique program of treatments from Balinese, Chinese, Vedic and Eastern European tradition. The beautiful and tranquil retreat located in Ubud, is fit with cozy villas with private terraces and offers a number of treatments in their amazing package.

Length of Stay: 8 days and 7 nights

Price 1 Person: USD$1,550 / AUD $2,261

Package Includes:

• Daily morning practice: Hath yoga, Kriya yoga, Aqua yoga, QiGong yoga
• Daily hydrogen therapies
• 3 x massages (Balinese, Hot Stone and Aroma)
• 1 x session with a traditional Balinese healer
• 1 x 30 minute acupuncture session
• Daily meals - choice of vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian
• Traditional wood-fired sauna experience

_{3. Fivelements Tri Kaya Parisudha Retreat}

Fivelements Tri Kaya Parisudha Retreat, a sanctuary that embraces the principles of self-care and holistic well-being. Here, you will encounter a unique blend of practices designed to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. Immerse yourself in the following offerings:

1. Balinese healing rituals: Engage in ancient purification ceremonies, restoring balance and promoting rejuvenation.
2. Living foods: Indulge in a detoxifying and nourishing culinary experience, revitalizing your body with nutritious, plant-based meals.
3. Sacred arts: Tap into your inner strength and cultivate integrity through various artistic expressions, fostering dedication and personal growth.

Embark on a mystical adventure through the captivating culture of Bali, as Fivelements invites you to embark on this profound healing journey.

Length of Stay: 7 days, 6 nights

Price 1 Person: USD$5,406 / AUD $8,054

Package Includes:

• 7 nights accommodation in one of our exclusive riverside suites
• Detox with plant-based cuisine ( 7 breakfast / 6 lunch / 7 dinner / 14 healing cleansing elixir)
• Welcome meeting and conversation with the Wellness Liaison to introduce the program
• Fivelements Retreat Morning Yoga
• 3 x colonic hydrotherapy
• 1 Fivelements Sakti Ritual-Body Care Ritual (120 min)
• 1 Pure Seaweed - Body Care Ritual or Fivelements Heaven Scent Aroma Massage (90 min)
• 1 Healing Energy Session (90 min)
• 3 Healing Massage (90 min)
• 1 Ultimate Back Neck and Head Massage / Revive Foot Massage (45 min)
• 1 Healing Reflexology
• + 20 more

_{4. De Moshka}

Escape to De Moksha, an enchanting sanctuary nestled amidst Bali's captivating landscapes, and embark on a retreat experience that will leave you utterly transformed. This eco-friendly luxury resort, embraced by serene rice fields, lush forests, and authentic Balinese villages, offers the perfect backdrop for a much-needed mental and physical reset.

Immerse yourself in the blissful rhythm of daily yoga and meditation sessions, held in our serene semi-open-air yoga shala that seamlessly blends with the surrounding nature. Surrender to the magic of Balinese culture as you partake in captivating workshops, where dance, cooking, and traditional offering making come alive.

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Length of Stay: 7 days, 6 Nights

Price 1 Person: USD $898/ AUD $1,323

Package Includes:

• Daily yoga classes
• 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
• Transportation during the retreat
• 1 hour treatment
• Welcome drink
• Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day
• Specialized workshops
• Group excursions/activities
• Nature hikes with a trusted guide
• Free excursions to sites of interest
• Accommodation
• Luggage storage
• Parking

_{5. Amori Villas} 

The Amori Wellness and Healing experience is a journey of self-discovery. This 6 day “inside out” meditation and yoga retreat is located in one of the world’s most naturally beautiful and unspoiled places in Ubud. This wellness retreat was created by 2 Australians from Perth who wanted a healing island experience to escape the routine of life. Nestled beside one of the island’s sacred rivers,  Amori Villas is the perfect place for relaxing, rejuvenation and healing. 

Length of Stay: 6 days, 5 nights

Price 1 Person: USD $1982 / AUD $2,894

Package Includes: 

• 4 daily yoga sessions
• 2 meditation sessions
• 3 - 1 hour Balinese body massages
• 1 natural facial
• 1 herbal Boreh massage and wrap (2 hours)
• 1 visit to Maha Rese for cleansing
• Ceremonies
• Daily healthy breakfast
• Daily shuttle service to visit the town and surroundings
• Personal service, from: butlers, ches and spa therapists
• Airport transfers 

_{6. Asa Maia Relax & Radiate}

Immerse yourself in a tropical utopia at The Asa Maia, a sought-after retreat nestled within Bali’s lush gardens. This intimate haven is where tradition meets tranquility, as its design pays homage to Indonesia's rich heritage. "Asa" for 'hope' and "Maia" for 'illusion' merge to signify this transformative escape. The Relax & Radiate retreat, the jewel in the crown of Asa Maia, is a holistic sanctuary focused on inner wellbeing and outer radiance. Engage in bespoke healing programs and adopt life-enhancing practices amidst the serene backdrop.

The highlight? Indulge in specialized treatments that rejuvenate your skin and muscles, encouraging a sense of release and renewal. Tailor your stay further with spa sessions, movement classes, or mindfulness experiences. At Asa Maia Relax & Radiate, expect to emerge not just refreshed, but positively glowing with an invigorated spirit.

Length of Stay: 6 days, 5 nights

2 People: USD $3513/ AUD $5,175

Package Includes: 

• 5 nights accommodation
• 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
• Daily yoga classes
• 1 hour treatment
• Welcome drink
• Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day
• Luggage storage
• Parking
• Wifi connectio

_{7. Adiwana Resort Jembawan} 

A stay at the beautiful Adwina Resort, located in the heart of Ubud, will rejuvenate the mind, body and spirit. With picturesque views, all your meals covered and 17 Ayurvedic and spa treatments included in the package, this retreat offers a completely transformative and deeply relaxing experience. If you have any health concerns, their expert Ayurvedic practitioners will tailor their lifestyle program for you. 

Length of Stay: 8 days, 7 nights 

Price 1 Person: USD $2,235/ AUD $3,264

Price 2 People: USD $3393 / AUD$4,955

Package Includes:

• 17 Ayurvedic and spa treatments 
• 7 yoga classes
• 2 excursions and daily resort activities
• 1 wellness consultation
• Daily lunch, breakfast and dinner (with standard drinks)
• Daily gourmet afternoon tea
• Welcome drinks and welcome basket
• Daily turndown service
• Resort butler service
• Free Wi-Fi
• Return airport transfer 

_{Final Thoughts}

There's something for everyone in our 7 best meditation retreats in Bali list. Any of these incredible retreats can facilitate relaxation, healing, spiritual and personal growth. Not only do these experiences take you out into nature and away from the busyness of daily life, they give you space to get back in touch with yourself. Whether you're going solo, with a friend or a partner these retreats can be truly transformative. The only thing left to do is experience it for yourself.