The Wood Rooms at Locavore NXT
In the verdant embrace of Ubud’s Lodtunduh, The Wood Rooms at Locavore NXT offer a singular retreat where culinary artistry meets reforested serenity.
Born from the vision of chefs Eelke Plasmeijer and Ray Adriansyah, this intimate enclave of three cabins is no mere stay, it’s a pilgrimage for the senses. Hailed by food lovers and travellers alike, Locavore NXT’s dining experience has been referred to as a “masterclass in sustainability” seamlessly woven into a stay that envelops you in Bali’s wild heart. Enclosed by a reforested grove, each cabin invites you to pause, dine, and connect, gently blurring the lines between guest, artist, and steward of the land.
Need to Knows
- Rooms: 3 King Rooms.
- Check-in / Check-out Times: Check in is at 3pm and check out is noon (or after the backstage tour is finished).
- Parking: Available on-site.
- Room Features and Amenities: Air-conditioning, bathrobes, bath/shower gel, toiletries, hairdryer, PC connection point, mini-bar (included), safe/deposit box, shampoo, slippers, umbrella, wireless internet (Wi-Fi), welcome drink, dinner at Locavore NXT, off-menu breakfast at NXT Canteen, private tour of NXT project with research and development lab access, meet-the-chefs experience.
What’s There
The Wood Rooms reimagine hospitality, seamlessly integrated into Locavore NXT’s ambitious sustainability ethos. Eschewing grand hotels and predictable lobbies, these three king-bed cabins nestle within a reforested grove, a collaboration with a local reforestry foundation, Junglo. The Full NXT Experience binds an extraordinary dinner at Locavore NXT, a night in the tranquil cabins, a private tour of the NXT project, including its innovative research and development lab—and an off-menu breakfast at the Canteen, among the finest morning meals we’ve encountered.
The mini-bar, included in your stay, brims with artisanal snacks and drinks (we loved the kombucha) honouring local producers. The eco-conscious toiletries—crafted in-house at Locavore NXT—are sustainable, embodying the project’s environmental devotion.
On-site, a rooftop garden flourishes above the restaurant, a well-considered gift shop offering delivers keepsakes, and a 24-hour security ensures tranquillity. The experience is deliberate, intimate, and tethered to Ubud’s creative rhythm.
What’s Around
Ubud, a crucible of culture and artistry, envelops The Wood Rooms. Steps away, the Locavore portfolio beckons: Locavore To Go for elevated casual fare like sandwiches and burgers, Nusantara for Indonesia’s rich culinary heritage, Herbivore for plant-based brilliance, and Night Rooster for cocktails that ignite dialogue. Beyond the table, Ubud’s rice terraces, yoga studios, and artisan markets lie within easy reach, alongside wellness retreats and galleries that pulse with local creativity.
What’s Super Special
The Full NXT Experience is a masterstroke: a multi-course dinner at Locavore NXT, hailed as “a transformative ode to Bali’s terroir,” it highlights the island’s most distinctive ingredients. The private tour, including a glimpse into the research and development lab and a meet-the-chefs session, unveils the alchemy of a culinary revolution.
Children
The Wood Rooms cater to those seeking a serene, immersive escape, ideal for couples or solo travellers drawn to Ubud’s creative essence. While families are accommodated, the experience is best suited to older children who can savour the artistry of the experience.
Breakfast
Begin your day at NXT Canteen with an off-menu breakfast as inventive as Locavore NXT’s evening offerings. Fresh, hyper-local ingredients are transformed into dishes that both surprise and soothe—vibrant plates that echo Bali’s abundance. Served in the open-air Canteen, it’s an invitation to linger over robust, strong coffee and bask in the morning’s quiet. Guests can pick a Western (created by Ray) or Indonesian (by Eelke) style breakfast.
Eating and Drinking
Cuisine is the soul of The Wood Rooms. Locavore NXT, the heart of the experience, delivers a dining journey that’s bold, sustainable, and rooted in Bali’s terroir. Each dish celebrates local farmers and flavours. It’s a multi-course narrative that unfolds with every bite. The bar, integral to the Full NXT Experience, offers a la carte cocktails and drinks that resonate with the ambiance: inventive, tropical, and refined. For lighter fare, the nearby Locavore venues (Night Rooster, Locavore To Go, Nusantara, Herbivore) extend the culinary exploration.
Things to Book
The Full NXT Experience is the centrepiece—reserve it for a fluid fusion of dinner, stay, tour, and breakfast. Add-ons are understated yet impactful: arrange airport transfers or explore Ubud by rented bike with guidance from an exceptional concierge team. The booking engine at locavorenxt.revasi.net/reservations streamlines planning. There is also a foraging tour for Wood Room guests.
Notes
With only three rooms, The Wood Rooms are an exclusive haven. The absence of an in-house spa or meeting spaces underscores the focus on intimacy and connection to Ubud’s essence. For wellness, the concierge directs guests to nearby yoga and spa destinations. The gift shop has just unveiled new exclusive items, each worthy of a place in your luggage.