Cover A sweeping aerial view over the emerald canopy of The Hidden Palace, Ubud
A sweeping aerial view over the emerald canopy of The Hidden Palace, Ubud
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Following a thoughtful restoration led by London-born director Stephanie Peretz—representing the next generation of the family behind Hanging Gardens of Bali and The Hidden Palace—this storied estate prepares to unveil its next chapter in Ubud.
There is a quiet rhythm to the rainforest that surrounds Hanging Gardens of Bali. To reach The Hidden Palace, one must descend via a private funicular through a sheer curtain of green, leaving behind the tropical heat for the cool, shadowed air of an ancient valley. Tucked out of sight for more than two decades, the 2,000-square-metre estate was never originally conceived as a hotel or commercial retreat. It was a private family home, one in which Stephanie Peretz herself spent part of her childhood. Today, that deeply personal residence begins a new chapter, transformed into one of Bali’s most exclusive, world-class private estates.
Handcrafted over six years by more than 600 Indonesian artisans, the sanctuary stands as a profound homage to local craftsmanship and family legacy. Five individually designed suites rest beneath an impressive traditional Javanese joglo and Balinese timber roof structure, while expansive open-air living spaces look directly over a pristine canopy and the rushing river far below. Among its distinct offerings, guests can train in a fully equipped gym surrounded by jungle views or unwind beside the spectacular 360-degree infinity pool.
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Above Inside the expansive bedroom suite
Inside the expansive bedroom suite
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The soul of the estate is inextricably linked to its heritage. Born in London, Peretz first arrived at the Palace at age nine for what was meant to be a one-month holiday. Instead, the jungle became her home. Raised between private tutoring, local culture, and the family business, she began her hospitality journey early—wearing a custom-tailored receptionist uniform at the family’s neighbouring resort at just nine years old.
Now 22, Peretz brings a deeply personal perspective to the estate’s reintroduction. Having grown up alongside the property, her approach favours quiet authenticity over grandiosity, ensuring the estate's rich origin remains at its heart.
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Above Stephanie Peretz
Above Unhurried luxury in the estate’s intimate living room
Stephanie Peretz
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"The Hidden Palace has never sought attention; it has earned its reputation quietly over time," notes Peretz. "This celebration is not about introducing something new. It is about inviting the world to discover a place that has always been extraordinary—and to experience the next chapter of its story."
Above The Hidden Palace, Ubud
The Hidden Palace, Ubud
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Supported by dedicated staff and separate quarters for an accompanying entourage, The Hidden Palace enters its next chapter—its history preserved, its soul intact, and its doors finally open to the world.
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Since embarking on her career as a food journalist in 2012, she has penned hundreds of articles delving into culinary trends, chef profiles, and gastronomic destinations across Asia. Born and raised in Bali, Eve is dividing her time between Bali and Jakarta.
