Billy Bagus
Oct 07, 2025
Nestled in the peaceful hills of Ubud, Heavenly Spa by Westin TM ️ offers a comprehensive journey to restore body, mind, and spirit through traditional Balinese rituals, including their latest Ultimate Spiritual Healing Journey package. From the gentle introspection of palm readings and spiritual cleansing to the calming flow of a Balinese massage, What's New Bali team experienced this transformative treatment firsthand, leaving feeling lighter, calmer, and fully renewed. Keep reading to see how a visit here can leave you refreshed, centered, and completely revitalized.
From the gentle introspection of palm readings and spiritual cleansing to the calming flow of a Balinese massage, What's New Bali team experienced this transformative treatment firsthand
First Things First: Welcome to Heavenly Paradise
Walking into Heavenly Spa by Westin™️ was like slipping into a secret pocket of Ubud, where everything—the air, the light, the sound of water—seemed designed to soothe. The scent of frangipani filled the air, water flowed softly nearby, and greenery surrounded every corner. The spa features five indoor treatment rooms and three outdoor pavilions overlooking Ubud’s tranquil landscape. It feels peaceful in a way that invites quiet reflection.
The staff greeted us with warmth and explained our treatment for the day: The Ultimate Spiritual Healing Journey. The program promised three hours of relaxation inspired by Balinese rituals and natural wellness traditions.
Step One: The Spiritual Cleansing Ceremony
The journey began with us changing into traditional Balinese attire provided by the spa. Dressed in sarongs and sashes, we walked down to an outdoor pavilion surrounded by lush tropical greenery. Waiting there was a Balinese Mangku (priestess), calm and welcoming, her presence immediately setting a sacred yet comforting tone.
She began by asking our names and birth dates, then carefully noted them down on a palm-leaf script. Using these details, she calculated our life number, a spiritual representation of personal energy and destiny. With quiet focus, she explained what the numbers revealed, offering insights into our path for the months ahead — a blend of reflection, prediction, and gentle advice that felt deeply personal.
The metenung session continued with the Mangku reading the lines on our palms. Her observations touched on character, fortune, and emotional balance, unfolding like a story we didn’t know was written in our hands. The experience was both grounding and eye-opening, blending ancient intuition with a calm sense of guidance.
Afterward, she led us into the melukat purification ceremony. Using holy water, flower petals, and sacred mantras, the Mangku performed a cleansing ritual meant to release negative energy, bad luck, and lingering burdens. Cool droplets of water fell over us as she chanted, creating a rhythmic flow that felt symbolic of renewal and release.
Once the cleansing was complete, she guided us through the steps of a Balinese prayer. With patient care, she showed how to hold the flowers, how to raise our hands to the forehead, and how to align each gesture with gratitude and intention. The act felt peaceful and humbling, a quiet connection between self and spirit.
The ritual concluded with ngayap, a closing blessing performed with incense and sacred smoke. The Mangku circled the fragrant smoke around us while murmuring final prayers, sealing the ceremony with protection and calm. The air felt lighter, almost as if the smoke carried away the last traces of heaviness.
Before we left, she tied two rope bracelets around our wrists — one tridatu in red, white, and black, symbolizing balance and protection, and one plain white, representing purity and renewal. More than a mere aesthetic decoration, they were given as sacred reminders to carry the energy of the ritual forward in daily life.
Step Two: Balinese Massage Bliss
Once the ceremony ended, we continued to a private indoor room for a 90-minute Balinese massage. Before it began, the therapist performed a short blessing ritual using incense smoke and marigold petals, followed by a gentle feet-washing ceremony.
We were then invited to choose from four handmade oils: Fresh Breeze (our favorite), White Tea Aloe, Forest Ocean, and Nature Heaven. Each oil was freshly prepared using local ingredients, creating a natural aroma that instantly relaxed the senses.
The treatment began with a gentle feet-washing ritual, a symbolic cleansing that set the tone for the experience ahead. Warm water infused with fresh flowers and natural herbs washed away any lingering fatigue, leaving us grounded and ready to unwind.
Next came the sound therapy. The therapist placed a large singing bowl nearby and began to play it with slow, steady motions. The vibrations filled the room, resonating through our bodies in soft, rhythmic waves. The sound was deep and comforting, almost meditative, as if each tone was realigning our inner balance before the physical treatment began.
When the massage started, our minds were already quiet. The therapist used a perfect balance of pressure and rhythm, combining long, flowing movements with precise, firm strokes that reached deep into tired muscles. Every touch felt purposeful, easing knots in the shoulders and releasing tension along the spine. Gentle stretches followed, opening the joints and improving circulation until the body felt lighter and more fluid.
Step Three: Relax, Reflect, Rejuvenate
After the treatment, we moved to the Relaxation Lounge, a quiet space overlooking the garden. Warm herbal tea and organic snacks were waiting for us. The view, the scent of the oils, and the lingering calm made it easy to stay present. The feeling of renewal was undeniable.
Why This Experience Feels Transformative
The Ultimate Spiritual Healing Journey combines Balinese spirituality, skilled therapy, and mindful hospitality in perfect harmony. The presence of the Mangku adds an authentic spiritual dimension, while the therapists deliver complete relaxation through touch and energy balance. Each stage of the program flows naturally into the next, creating a continuous sense of renewal.
One of Westin’s wellness philosophies, Feel Well, is reflected in every detail. The experience encourages balance, mindfulness, and appreciation for the simplicity of being fully at ease.
Final Verdict: A Journey Worth Taking
Our time at Heavenly Spa by Westin Ubud was deeply restorative. The blend of ritual, touch, and quiet reflection created a sense of peace that lingered long after we left.
For those visiting Ubud, this is one of the most memorable ways to experience the island’s spiritual side. The journey offers connection, calm, and clarity through the timeless grace of Balinese tradition.
The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud
Jl. Lod Tunduh, Singakerta, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571
Phone: +62 361 301 8989 ext. 8966
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