Nestled amidst the lush embrace of nature in North Yogyakarta, Garrya Bianti Yogyakarta is an enchanting hotel is a harmonious blend of traditional charm and minimalist elegance. A Banyan Tree Boutique Resort with only 24 villas, I love the intimate setting and picked to stay here as I wanted to have a weekend away from the city.
Secluded yet well connected
I loved that it was a serene and secluded retreat, yet within a 10-min drive, I could reach different cafes and restaurants, and in 30 mins, could be in downtown Yogyakarta.
Located in Gabugan Village, there are Pool view rooms or River view rooms of Denggung River where the resort is located alongside. The architecture of the hotel draws inspiration from Javanese culture and its inner courtyard offers a sense of tranquility, perfect for anyone seeking to unwind and recharge.
Natural Materials and Stunning Bathroom
The bahroom is extremely spacious with a walk-in wardrobe in the middle. My favourite part was the bathtub, a work of art itself using natural rock.
Looking Up
I love how the design takes into account the spaces all around you, including what you will see when you look up above. From the lobby, to the bathroom – there are elements that were thoughfully designed, creating spaces where you can just enjoy meditative moments where time seems to stop.
Massage and Relaxation
Massage treatments at the in-house 8lements Spa were affordable and the Thai Stretch Massage cost 600,000 Indo Rupiah (less than $40 USD for one hour). The treatment rooms were equally stunning and spacious, with an stylish bath area, and that really made a difference in the luxury experience where self-care is emphasied.
I picked the resort because of its emphasis on mindfulness and wellbeing, and there are also other group wellbeing activities such as morning yoga at the riverside deck and other fitness workshops at its Movement Studio.
Nestled amidst the lush embrace of nature in North Yogyakarta, Garrya Bianti Yogyakarta is an enchanting hotel is a harmonious blend of traditional charm and minimalist elegance. A Banyan Tree Boutique Resort with only 24 villas, I love the intimate setting and picked to stay here as I wanted a retreat that I could reset away from the city.
Secluded Retreat yet Conveniently Located
I loved that it was a serene and secluded retreat, yet within a 10-min drive, I could reach different cafes and restaurants, and in 30 mins, could be in downtown Yogyakarta.
Located in Gabugan Village, there are Pool view rooms or River view rooms of Denggung River where the resort is located alongside. The architecture of the hotel draws inspiration from Javanese culture and its inner courtyard offers a sense of tranquility, perfect for anyone seeking to unwind and recharge.
Natural Materials and Stunning Bathroom
The bahroom is extremely spacious with a walk-in wardrobe in the middle. My favourite part was the bathtub, a work of art itself using natural rock.
Looking Up
I love how the design takes into account the spaces all around you, including what you will see when you look up above. From the lobby, to the bathroom – there are elements that were thoughfully designed, creating spaces where you can just enjoy meditative moments where time seems to stop.
Massage and Relaxation
Massage treatments at the in-house 8lements Spa were affordable and the Thai Stretch Massage cost 600,000 Indo Rupiah (less than $40 USD for one hour). The treatment rooms were equally stunning and spacious, with an stylish bath area, and that really made a difference in the luxury experience where self-care is emphasied.
I picked the resort because of its emphasis on mindfulness and wellbeing, and there are also other group wellbeing activities such as morning yoga at the riverside deck and other fitness workshops at its Movement Studio.
Dining at the Resort
For F&B options, there is the all-day dining “Refresh” restaurant called where one can order room service. For breakfasts, one could opt for the buffet option or choose an a-la-carte option (Asian or Western).
And for those that just want a place to chill and enjoy a drink, “Kopi Zop” offers that perfect setting to just be “in the moment” and enjoy the natural surroundings.
The generousity of spaces was something i truly valued during my stay. There was just this sense of calmness that I felt that reminds me of the importance of being present in the moment, where one can breathe and listen to nature’s peace.
And the personalised service with a digital concierge was really helpful and was a special touch I appreciated. I was able to communicate via Whatsapp whenever I needed help or had questions. This truly helped me feel stress-free and if anyone is looking for that luxury stay, I recommend Garrya Bianti Yogyakarta.