KUPU KUPU BARONG | RESORT INFORMATION | IN AND AROUND UBUD | GROUND FLOOR

The resort was name Kupu Kupu Barong because of the many beautiful butterflies seen fluttering from one plan to another around the resort. "Kupu Kupu" means butterfly and "Barong" means giant, hence the name "Giant Butterfly" or in Indonesian Kupu Kupu Barong.

The resort is perched above the Ayung River, which is not only the largest but also the longest river in Bali, almost cutting the island in two. It was traditionally the border dividing the early kingdoms of Mengwi and Gianyar. The present villagers are descendants of the warrior class who were positioned on the edge of the valley by their king to repel any invasion by the neighbouring kingdom of Mengwi. The Village of Payangan, just north of the resort, was famous in the past for it's many beautiful women, which was the reason for so many raids into this area by the surrounding Rajas to obtain wives for the Heads of the Royal Families.

Many years later the story of Kupu Kupu Barong started to unfold with the opening of the Restaurant in March 1986. It's spectacular location and view led to many enquiries about accomodation, to satisfy the demand, six bungalows, alongside the Restaurant were completed in december 1987.

Increased demand ledt to the construction of five more bungalows just below the Restaurant which wee completed in April 1989.

Within the first year of operation the resort was elected by the prestigious Harpers Hideaway Report (U.S.A) as  "The Most Exotic Mountain Hideaway" in the Asia Gacific Region".

In terms of construction, the site involved unique challenges, especially as the work was done almost entirely using traditional building methods and simple hand tools. A labour force of 120 village men and women excavated three thousand five hundred cubic metres of earth from the hilside to reach bedrock and provide a stable foundation. afterwards, some four hundred trcukloads of stone were used to contruct the retaining walss and pathways, all of this being transported by the village women carrying cane baskets on their heads.

Once again, demand outstripped the number of bungalows available and further land was obtained along the ridge next to the existing resort, where a further nine bungalows were constructed, together with a new pool, pool bar and grill. Out of sight, new housekeeping and laundry together with staff rooms were also completed.

The stage of development was finished by December 1991 and during 1992, we then returned to the original eleven bungalows and completely stripped them to the ground and rebuilt and refurnished these to the standard of the nine new bungalows. At the same time creating from two of the original bungalows our "Barong Suite" with private pool area.

The resort now comprises nineteen bungalows, one with a private pool area, two guest pools, massgae pavillion with whirlpool, pool bar and completely new reception building allowing vehicles to drive right up to reception.

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Set admist 3 hectares of beautiful tropical gardens overlooking the spectacular Ayung River valley with a backdrop of glorious volcanic mountains Kupu Kupu Barong is an idyllic retreat for the discerning traveller.

Village suite, featuring a spacious bedroom, a lounge room and superb bathroom. All bungalows have aircontioning, ceiling fans, double sixe beds, bathtub and shower (some with spa bath), mini bar, refrigerator, balcony.

Ayung River Villas, featuring one or two bedrooms, lounge room and balcony with breathtaking views, superb bathroom with bathtub and separate shower, airconditioning, ceiling fans, mini bar, refrigerator.

Royal Suite with private swimming pool. A superb 2 storey suite with airconditioned lounge and dinging area and adjoining open lounge area for ultimate relaxation in the tropical highlands. The lower level consists of aircontioned bedroom with queen size four poster bed leading to dressing and bathroom areas. Bathroom with spa bath and shower. Access to swimming pool and pool side bale overlooking the Ayung River is gained through the bedroom. Mini Bar and refrigerator.

Check out time is 12 noon.
Credit Cards accepted Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club and American Express.
Doctor service available 24 hours.
Electricity is 220 volts, 50 Hz.
Flight Reconfirmation available.
Foreign Exchange available.
Gallery & Resort Boutique open daily.
Laundry service available
Massage by appointment
Mountain Bikes available free of charge to resort guests
Postage service available.
Restaurant with spectacular views of the Ayung River and its valley open daily between 6:30am and 10:30am
Room Service operating between 6:30am and 10:30pm daily.
Swimming Pool - main swimming pool with pool bar located on the lower level and adjacent to deluxe bungalows and another pool with a Bale Bengong (dream house) located on the upper level adjacent to lobby and luxury bungalows.
Shuttle courtesy service daily to the centre of Ubud - every hour on the hour between 9:00am and 10:00pm
Tours can be arranged through Reception.

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Ubud is what we refer to as the artistic heart of Bali, for it is in this area one can find the arts represented in may ways, form painters and wood carvers and wood carvers to dancers and musicians. Ubud got its name from the word Ubad which means medicine, due to the fact that there are many plants in this area used in making traditional medicine.

This area is steeped in culture and tradition where just a leisurely stroll arround ubud will see you witnessing anithing from a local ceremony to a traditional dance performance not to forget local market scenes, picturesque rice fields and the White Herons coming home to rest in the nearby village of Petulu.

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