munduk bali

munduk's hystory 

Munduk is a small mountain village, located between 500 to 1200 meters above sea level and with average temperatures of 20 to 30°C. 

With a population of 6,200 people, the village of Munduk has a rich history. Legend tells that it was settled by people from the mountains who were escaping an invasion of ants. Several clans then moved from Klungkung to resettle in Munduk Village 200 to 300 years ago. This was the portal through which the vizier of the Majapahit Kingdom in East Java penetrated to South Bali. 

History repeated itself when the Dutch expanded their colonial empire from Java to Bali. They too reached South Bali through the Village of Munduk, and subsequently used it as a mountain retreat from the administrative capital of Singaraja. 

The first guest house for Dutch officers was opened at Munduk in 1908. The Dutch brought colonial architecture to Munduk Village, along with traditional export commodities such as coffee, cocoa, cloves and vanilla. 

Scientists Van Der Tuuck, Lifering and Dr.Goris researched the culture of North Bali early in the last century and established Gedung Kertiya at Singaraja in 1928. This manuscript library, possibly the only one of its kind in the world, contains collections and copies of hand written texts on Balinese literature, myths, medicines, magic formulae and religious texts on palm leaf (‘lontar'). 

A unique combination of western and traditional Balinese musical instruments was played to the first president of Indonesia, Ir.Soekarno, in front of Governors Palace in Singaraja in 1952. 

The President considered this a colonial invasion of the local culture. But the expression of creativity can't be stopped, and continues to manifest in the younger generation. Artists such as Made Trip and others continue these joint performances in France, Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland.

 

 puri lumbung cottages munduk bali

The ‘lumbung' or rice granary is part of Bali's unique cultural heritage. Traditionally used to store rice under the protection of the goddess Dewi Sri, lumbungs are now seldom used because farming techniques have changed.

We discovered several disused lumbungs averaging 80 years old, and with minor adjustments adapted them into simple but charming accommodation. Of course we held a special ritual to transfer Dewi Sri back to the rice fields, but her gentle energy remains.

Puri Lumbung Cottages set in the cool mountain air where fans / aircon are unnecessary. Our compound is designed in the traditional Balinese manner modeled on the sacred human form with shrines at the head, guest accommodation at the heart and other facilities at the foot. Guests enjoy spectacular sunsets and stunning panoramas of the rice fields and coast line in the distance.

The first of its kind in Bali, Puri Lumbung Cottages is more than a hotel-it is an eco-tourism project dedicated to the discovery, conservation and enhancement of the unspoiled area around Munduk. The people of Munduk village are involved as much as possible in caring for our guests. We not only provide employment, but engage them in activities that maintain the tropical rainforest and preserve water. We also encourage the young villagers to keep their cultural heritage alive with traditional dance, music and crafts.

rooms rates 2011

The hotel rates are variated in accordance with their location, size and its view as the following:

Puri Lumbung Cottages

Room Type	Price
Standard Cottage Single	US$ 75
Standard Cottage Double / Twin	US$ 85
Standard Family Cottages	US$ 110
Deluxe Family Cottages	US$ 165
Deluxe Alam Dewata Villas	US$ 245
Extra Bed	US$ 12

deluxe Taman Puri Villa

Room Type	Price
Single	US$ 95
Double/Twin	US$ 105
Extra Bed	US$ 12

deluxe Taman Puri cottages

Room Type	Price
Single	US$ 105
Double / Twin	US$ 120
Ground floor	US$ 75
Extra Bed	US$ 12

Meme Surung Homestay

Room Type	Price
Single	US$ 32
Double/Twin	US$ 39
Extra Bed	US$ 9

puri sunny guest house

Room Type	Price
Suite Single	US$ 65
Suite Double / Twin	US$ 70
Standard	US$ 45

Pondok tamblang/Nature Cabin

Room Type	Price
Single	US$ 32
Double / Twin	US$ 39
Extra Bed	US$ 9

All prices quoted in US$ and are inclusive of 20 % goverment tax, service charge and breakfast
High season surcharge from the 1st of June to 30th of September US$ 5/room/night