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Pool at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa

The pool experience is outstanding overall, featuring two distinctive infinity pools with stunning jungle and river views set in natural forest surroundings. One minor note: pools are not heated.

PositiveStrong evidence·based on 26 reviews

Strong recency bias toward recent reviews: 27 of 30 claims date from 2025–2026 (July 2025 onwards), with clustering in late 2025 (November) and mid-2026 (June–July). This reflects current conditions and ensures high relevance to prospective guests. No temporal decline or improvement pattern detected—sentiment remains consistently positive throughout the period.

Two distinctive infinity pools with stunning views of jungle and river—reviewers highlight the river-facing pool as a 'one of a kind experience' and praise the picturesque design with forest backdrop

Natural surroundings significantly enhance appeal; pools are set amid trees, flowers, and jungle landscape creating a serene, forest-immersed atmosphere

Consistent positive sentiment across 29 claims (96% positive), with frequent use of superlatives: 'phenomenal,' 'breathtaking,' 'magical,' 'a dream,' and 'paradise for relaxation'

Private villa pools are also noted as serene and well-integrated into the resort experience

Pools are not heated—a practical limitation noted by one reviewer that may affect comfort in cooler months or for temperature-sensitive guests

Unheated pools may limit seasonal comfort despite overall acclaim

One reviewer (claim 42317, July 2025) noted that pools are not heated, which stands in contrast to the overwhelmingly positive sentiment about the overall pool experience. This is not a contradiction in the sense of disagreement about quality, but rather a practical limitation that some guests may find significant. The lack of heating is unlikely to be an issue during warm months (when most recent reviews cluster) but could affect comfort during cooler seasons or for guests with temperature sensitivity.

Representative quotes from 29 supporting reviews
Positive
the river infinity pool was my favorite- Truly a one of a kind experience surrounded by jungle
Hotels.comFeb 2026View reviews on Hotels.com
Positive
great pool
Hotels.comNov 2025View reviews on Hotels.com
Positive
relaxing villa and pools
Hotels.comNov 2025View reviews on Hotels.com
Positive
Fantastic pool areas
Hotels.comNov 2025View reviews on Hotels.com
Positive
we really love staff and pool
Hotels.comOct 2025View reviews on Hotels.com

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