Are there any nice places for shopping near the hotel and if so, where are they?

Mandala Desa is surrounded by many art craft villages/ shops.

Sukawati (1km): Paintings and handicrafts, 2 big art markets, local market, several supermarkets and also a pharmacy;

Celuk (2 km): famous for silver and gold;

Mas (4 km): Wooden furniture and wooden sculptures

Batubulan (3 km): Stonecarvings

Batuan (2 km): Paintings & masks

Ubud (8 km): Various shops