Cretya Ubud — Restaurant in Bali

Nestled near the breathtaking rice terraces, this place is an absolute gem that exceeded all expectations. The sheer beauty of the surrounding landscapes is enough to leave you in awe, but the additional offerings make it truly remarkable.

The highlight of the experience was the opportunity to explore the fascinating world of luwak coffee production. Witnessing the intricate process firsthand, from the selection of coffee cherries to the unique fermentation that occurs within the digestive system of the luwak, was a captivating and educational experience. The knowledgeable staff shared their expertise, enhancing our understanding and appreciation for this renowned coffee.

Beyond the allure of the luwak coffee, the rice terraces themselves were a sight to behold. The lush green fields, meticulously carved into the landscape, created a picturesque backdrop that felt like stepping into a postcard. We spent hours wandering through the terraces, immersing ourselves in the tranquility and capturing stunning photographs along the way.

The presence of an incredible pool added another layer of relaxation and indulgence to our visit. After a morning of exploration, we took a refreshing dip in the pool, soaking in the serene atmosphere while enjoying the panoramic views of the surrounding rice terraces. It was a truly rejuvenating experience, and the perfect spot to unwind and cool off from the tropical heat.

To complement the stunning setting, the place also offers a delightful selection of food and drinks. From local delicacies to international favorites, the menu catered to a variety of tastes and preferences. The attentive staff provided excellent service, ensuring that our dining experience was nothing short of exceptional.

One piece of advice would be to plan an early morning visit to fully embrace the tranquility of the place. As the day progresses, it tends to attract more visitors, and the peaceful ambiance may become slightly disrupted. Arriving early allows for a more intimate experience and an opportunity to relish in the undisturbed beauty of the...

Avoid it at all costs.

I had high expectations for Creyta, as it’s marketed as a tropical paradise where visitors can relax, enjoy the scenery, and indulge in food and drinks. Unfortunately, my experience was nothing like that.

The reality is disappointing. The place feels fake and revolves entirely around the pool. Calling it “paradise” is almost a joke — it’s massively overcrowded, making it impossible to relax. While the entrance fee is reasonable, everything inside costs extra — it feels like even the air you breathe might come with a price tag.

There is no trace of local culture. The atmosphere is completely westernized, and you get the sense that visitors are only seen as dollar signs. Flying 12+ hours just to sit by a man-made pool built next to rice fields is not worth it.

Even the interactions with locals feel staged. Workers in the rice fields accept tips with gratitude but then keep asking for more. In my country, farmers work with pride and dignity — here it feels like part of the act. The entire experience comes across as artificial from top to bottom. You are not allowed to have your own water.. you are obliged to consume inside .. so why should I pay for the entrance 🤔. I ordered watermelon juice I get a colored glas fall of ice.. if you drink that ice 99% chance of getting diarrhea..

In the end, Creyta seems like a place built on hype, clever marketing, and YouTube promotion. Its business model is based on squeezing as much money as possible out of tourists. I am not the last fooled visitor! I would not recommend...

I visited Cretya in Ubud on the 17th of July 2025.

Positives first: Staff were absolutely brilliant really nice and helpful in every way possible. I could really not fault a thing on them!

Scenery was beautiful (maybe too much going on commercially that was affecting the rice terraces naturally beauty but thats just my opinion).

Zip line was brilliant very well ran and lovely views across the rice terraces!

Negatives ( that influencers and social media won’t tell you): A lot of required maintenance around the pool facility. Considerable amount of algae forming on the ceiling where the water trickles down from the top floor pool. This has the potential to affect pool water quality and also affect people swimming right beneath the water falling over the edge. This was spotted around various parts of the facility and just requires consistent management to prevent this occurring.

There is a considerable amount of damaged pool tiles and also missing pool tiles across the pool facility once again down to lack of maintenance.

I understand it’s hard to close a pool for a period of time to fix these issues but definitely should be a part of a yearly shut schedule for the facility (assuming a shut down is in place to maintain a decent standard facility).

Also all above should be rectified as they are easy fixes and the cost of entering the facility and purchasing drinks and food etc… is high enough to most definitely put towards ensuring a high quality facility is sustained and maintained for...