Taroo Ubud

Rice‑Field Escape in South Ubud

Set slightly away from central Ubud on Jl. Rapuan in Mas, Taroo Ubud (also called Paddy Pool Lounge) feels more countryside than city. Guests talk about wide lawns, palm trees and rice‑field views where egrets drift past and the noise of town drops away.

Families mention spending entire days here, moving between the warm pools, garden and shaded tables, often with “the place to ourselves” on weekdays (Google reviews 2023–2024). Several visitors call it their regular stop every time they’re in Ubud.

Warm Pools, Kids’ Corners and Garden Space

Taroo is built around several heated pools with different depths, including a separate kids’ pool with warm water. Parents like that children can splash safely while adults relax on sofas or by the rice‑field edge.

A small playground, large garden, mini river, and even arcade games, a pool table and board games keep younger guests busy. One review notes foam parties on a schedule and no minimum spend, with some guests highlighting free pool use for customers.

Entry Fees, Hours and Practical Details

Opening hours are generally 08h00–23h00 every day. One detailed review reports an entrance fee of 25k for children from 5 years and 75k for adults, with a typical bill for two around 300k for food and drinks including taxes.

Another family notes free entry but paying for food and towels if you don’t bring your own, so policies may vary; checking on arrival is wise. Toilets and changing rooms are widely praised, though several guests feel the open shower near the pool sits too close to dining tables and lacks privacy.

Food: Strong Local Dishes, Mixed Western Plates

The menu is extensive, with Indonesian and Western choices plus a kids’ menu. Many reviews rave about fresh, flavorful food, beautifully presented signature dishes and tasty items like crispy duck, beef black pepper, oxtail soup, burgers and ice matcha.

Others are less impressed with some Western plates, calling certain pizza crusts, maki and gyoza underwhelming or “a bit pricey”. Overall, the pattern suggests local dishes and house specialties shine most.

Service, Atmosphere and Small Frictions

Service is often described as warm, humble and attentive, with staff handling big groups "always with a smile" and keeping an eye on kids (Google 2024). One large group of 12 reports fast, smooth meals from breakfast through dinner.

A minority experience the opposite: difficulty getting staff attention, confusion at the entrance about seating availability, and cutlery requests ignored until they left. Another regular guest notes management works hard to keep the place clean but asks visitors to respect rules about swimwear, toilets and litter.

Digital Presence and Who It Suits

The official website link http://tarooubud.com/ no longer works; Instagram (@tarooubud) acts as the main channel for menus, photos and events, with Facebook largely mirroring it.

Taroo Ubud best suits families and relaxed groups wanting a warm‑pool day in the rice fields, who are happy to linger over slower service at peak times and lean into the Indonesian side of the menu.