The Collection · Desa Oculus

A place for every kind of stay in the highlands

Three distinct properties. One valley. Each designed for a different way of being in Kintamani — whether you're here with family, seeking solitude, or anchoring a cultural deep-dive into Bali's volcanic heartland.

Find your stay

Desa Oculus

The communal heart of the highlands
 
Adults-only boutique hotel perched on the rim of the Batur caldera. The anchor of the Collection — where cultural programming, volcanic dining, and the signature outdoor bathtub experience come together. The departure point for all highland excursions.
Adults only
Cultural excursions
Danu Spa on-site
Kedisan Kintamani restaurant
Outdoor volcanic bathtub

Room types

Suite

Deluxe Lake View

37.5 sqm · Balcony · Lake & Mt. Batur view

Suite

Panorama Suite

39 sqm · Balcony · Full caldera panorama

Suite

Summit Suite

39 sqm · Highest ridge position · Mt. Batur view

Suite

Suite Mountain View

42 sqm · Mountain view · private balcony

Pakubon

Stay close. Stay private. Stay rooted.
 
A contemporary highland compound inspired by the traditional Balinese sakaros — clustered family homes designed for togetherness without sacrificing privacy. Two distinct villas sharing one private landscape, inside the Mount Batur ecosystem. Managed and programmed by Desa Oculus.
Two-villa private compound
Forest + mountain aspects
Private outdoor spaces
Family-first design
Dedicated Desa Oculus team

Two villas

Villa

Alas

Cradled by forest · shaded & private · ideal for families who prefer enclosure and calm

Villa

Tegal

Open to the mountain · airy and panoramic · for exploring souls who want the view present

Signature offer · 3+ nights

Stay longer. Save 47%.

Includes: welcome drinks on arrival · daily all-day breakfast · floating breakfast · one-time premium afternoon tea · Danu Spa access (10% off) · dinner at Kaki Gunung restaurant · daily turndown service.

Children policy: children under 5 years are not permitted.

KUDO

A quiet mountain cabin for those seeking stillness, solitude, or simply a pause.
 
Minimal by intention. KUDO distils the highland experience to its essentials: mountain views, honest materials, unhurried mornings. For solo travelers, couples, and anyone who needs the noise to stop. Two room types — one with a private pool, one with pure mountain exposure.
Minimal design
Private pool option
Mountain view rooms
Solo & couple-friendly
No forced programming

Room types

Suite

With Private Pool

Front-row volcano views · personal plunge pool · for guests who want paradise entirely to themselves

Suite

Mountain View

Serene interiors meeting sweeping mountain skylines · for reflective, slower stays

Signature offer · 3+ nights

Stay longer. Save 47%.

Discover calm within the forest. Longer stays unlock the pace KUDO is designed for — no rushing, no programming required. The highland quiet is the offering.

One highland ecosystem. Three ways to stay.

All Collection properties sit within the Kedisan, Kintamani area and share access to Desa Oculus’s highland programming. Booking any property gives you access to the full ecosystem below.

Spa

Danu Spa — available to all Collection guests, with property-specific discounts

Dining

Kedisan Kintamani restaurant — bookable from any property in the Collection

Excursions

Jeep Tour · Mount Batur Hike · Kintamani Tour — arranged for all Collection guests

Location

All properties in Kedisan village · 20 min to Mt. Batur trailhead · one coordinating team

Cultural activities

Canang Sampian craft making · Barista class with Kintamani beans · Moonlight Balinese dance

Concierge

Shared Desa Oculus team handles logistics, transfers, and programming across all three properties

Compare at a glance

For guests who haven’t yet committed to a property — a side-by-side decision aid.

 Desa OculusPakubonKUDO
Best forCouples · culturally curious solo travelersFamilies · extended groupsSolo · couples seeking quiet
Property styleBoutique hotel · 4 suitesPrivate compound · 2 villasMountain cabin · 2 room types
Signature featureOutdoor volcanic bathtub facing BaturTraditional compound layout (sakaros)Private plunge pool option
Adults onlyYesNo (under 5 not permitted)Yes
On-site diningKedisan Kintamani restaurantVia Desa OculusVia Desa Oculus
Spa accessDanu Spa on-siteDanu Spa · 10% guest discountDanu Spa access included
Cultural programmingJeep Tour · Mount Batur Hike · Kintamani TourVia Desa Oculus · can add-onVia Desa Oculus · can add-on
Best dealDesa Deals (curated packages) 1 night – save 47%3-night · save 47%3-night · save 47%

Desa Oculus

Flagship
Best For

Couples · culturally curious solo travelers

Style

Boutique hotel · 4 suites

Signature

Outdoor volcanic bathtub

Adults Only

Yes

Dining

Kedisan Kintamani restaurant

Spa

Danu Spa on-site

Excursions

Jeep Tour · Mt. Batur Hike · Kintamani Tour

Best Deal

Desa Deals — curated packages

Pakubon

Family & groups
Best For

Families · extended groups

Style

Private compound · 2 villas

Signature

Traditional compound layout (sakaros)

Adults Only

No (under 5 not permitted)

Dining

Via Desa Oculus

Spa

Danu Spa · 10% guest discount

Excursions

Via Desa Oculus · add-on available

Best Deal

3-night stay · save 47%

KUDO

Wellness retreat
Best For

Wellness seekers · slow travelers

Style

Eco-conscious retreat · curated rooms

Signature

Holistic wellness programs · nature immersion

Adults Only

Mostly adults-focused

Dining

Plant-based cuisine · seasonal menu

Spa

Holistic treatments · yoga & meditation

Excursions

Healing sessions · nature walks · rituals

Best Deal

Wellness packages · extended stay offers

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