Some places just get it. Faces Ubud is that rare kind of spa where you walk in thinking you’re about to get a massage, and walk out feeling like you’ve had a soulful therapy session. This newcomer to Bali’s wellness scene doesn’t do the usual “rub some oils, call it a day” routine. No, here every touch is like poetry for your nervous system — grounding, surprising, cooling, and honestly, kinda emotional. The face and head massages? So intricate and thoughtful you might just tear up a little (we did).
Why we picked Faces Spa
We visited Faces Ubud five times. We tried a full body massage with several therapists.
Therapists we loved – Andi or Agung for a stronger massage.
Best feature – So detailed, so caring, it felt like a nervous system reset. And at a decent price.
Post-treatment reflection time – Ink, paper, tarot, and tea… we cried and wrote poetry. Not even kidding.
Booking system – Smooth, no awkward texting, total introvert dream.
What we loved a little less – noise from the road.
Thoughtfulness Level: Off the Charts (And Perfect for Introverts)
Right from the jump, Faces Ubud sets the bar ridiculously high. Picture this: a massage bed that’s just the right size and scented with something heavenly. Sarongs so soft they basically hug you. Massage oils warmed to the perfect temp. Bathrooms stocked with tiny luxuries that’d make a beauty editor swoon. It’s like stepping into a dreamy Instagram feed — but better.
And booking? A dream. No texting back and forth, no “when are you free?” chaos. You see your therapist’s photo, pick your time and treatment, click, done. No awkward “Hi dear 🙏🏼” texts needed.
Slow, Surprising, and Completely Unique Treatments
The massages here are a totally different vibe. Slow and deliberate, with each therapist bringing their own style. Not the usual “where’s the elbow?” guessing game. If you ask us — and you should — request Andi or Agung. Trust us, you’ll be thanking us later.
The Post-Massage Magic
After your treatment, Faces gifts you something pretty special: uninterrupted time. And not just “go sit somewhere” time — we’re talking quills and ink, like you just stepped into a 16th-century palace, ready to pen your memoirs. We felt like we were about to meet King Louis himself. Cue the tears, poetry, tarot cards, and actual tea you’ll want to finish (we did all the above).
There are also some cheeky surprises we’re not spilling. You’ll just have to go see for yourself.
Luxe Without the Guilt
You might expect this level of pampering to cost a small fortune. Nope. Faces Ubud is kindly priced, like they actually want you to come back — and we already know we will.
For example, our favorite full-body massage cost IDR 650K — and in Bali, that level of technique and attention to detail would typically run you at least twice as much.
Meet the Magic Makers: Anna & Evgeny Dubinin
Behind Faces Ubud are Anna and Evgeny Dubinin, two spa veterans with over a decade of experience who crafted this sanctuary as a love letter to modern wellness. Their treatments lean into ancient elemental rituals — earth, water, fire, air — but the real secret sauce? The fifth element: love.
Not the mushy “feel good” kind of love. The deep, lingering kind that sticks with you long after you leave. You’ll find it most powerfully in their signature Element of Love treatment — it’s like a quiet click inside you, setting everything back to just right.
What we liked a little less
The Bali success is a double edge sword – fewer and fewer offerings have the luxury of being located in a quiet serenity. Faces spa is located on a fairly busy Ubud street. If, like us, you are sensitive to noise, bring the earplugs – motorbike noise problem solved. Truth be told, with the level of bliss you will receive, the noise quickly fades into the backgrouns.
If your body and soul are begging for some thoughtful TLC that actually gets you, Faces Ubud is your new obsession. Go now. Cry if you need to. Write some poetry. We won’t judge.
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