Ubud

Travel Guide
Elephant Cave which includes a temple or place of worship and rainforest

Ubud is a traditional Balinese Hindu village and is known as the island’s artistic, cultural and spiritual heart. See typical Indonesian paintings, watch Balinese dancers, join a cooking class or revitalize with health treatments.Explore Ubud on foot, bicycle or motorbike. Alternatively, hire a local guide who will point out the highlights. After your tour, shop for souvenirs along Jalan Raya and Dewi Sita, two of the main roads. At sunset, play badminton with the locals. Then, head to the ornate Puri Saren Palace, opposite the tourist center on Jalan Raya, where dancers delight the crowds with a different performance each night.Ubud is home to some of the finest art galleries in Bali. These galleries include the Neka Art Museum and the Museum Puri Lukisan. Don’t miss the chance to visit the extraordinary Don Antonio Blanco Museum, created by the “Dali of Bali” himself. At the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA), browse paintings done in the classical Balinese artistic style of Kamasan, learn how to dye fabric using the batik method, and see musicians perform.Those who are into pampering and alternative healing will love Ubud’s health retreats. Join yoga sessions, enjoy rejuvenating body treatments and partake in cooking classes. Try something from the menu at a juice bar or at cafés and restaurants specializing in raw food and vegan cooking. Visit the many temples of Ubud to see the spiritual side of this part of Bali. Walk through a stone mouth to reach Goa Gajah, the mysterious Elephant Cave. Meet the macaques that live around temple complex in the Ubud Monkey Forest.To enjoy the lush countryside, kayak on the Ayung River, hike along the Campuhan Ridge or book an elephant safari.Ubud is located in central Bali. The village has accommodation for all budgets, both near the town center and in the countryside. Denpasar International Airport is about an hour away by car and taxis have fixed rates.Come to Ubud to immerse yourself in the Balinese way of life and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside.

Where to stay in Ubud

Puri Lukisan Museum which includes a pond, a garden and a luxury hotel or resort

Ubud City-Centre

4.5/5(97 area reviews)

Ubud City-Centre is beloved for its spectacular forests. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ubud Monkey Forest and Ubud Traditional Art Market.

Ubud City-Centre
Arma Museum featuring art and interior views

Pengosekan

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

Travellers come to Pengosekan for its forests, and you can see top attractions like Ubud Monkey Forest and Agung Rai Museum of Art while you're in town.

Pengosekan
Ubud Monkey Forest showing zoo animals, animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Nyuh Kuning

4/5(9 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Nyuh Kuning, Ubud Monkey Forest and Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal are top sights worth seeing.

Nyuh Kuning
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Sambahan

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Check out the spas, river views and forests while spending some time in Sambahan. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Alila Ubud Art Gallery or Scenic Rice Paddy Walk.

Sambahan
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Kutuh Kaja

5/5(1 area review)

While Kutuh Kaja isn't home to many top sights, Ubud Monkey Forest and Ubud Palace are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kutuh Kaja
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Kutuh Kelod

Kutuh Kelod might not have many top sights, but Ubud Monkey Forest and Ubud Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kutuh Kelod
Alaya Resort Ubud
Alaya Resort Ubud
5 out of 5
Jl. Hanoman, Ubud, Bali
The price is €127 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
€127
per night
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff here are wonderful. But especially the pool staff, Peburi, Putri and Watifa were amazing. Keeping us entertained and made our stay amazing. The room was sensational, huge comfortable bed, and great patio area."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Alaya Resort Ubud
Visesa Ubud Resort
Visesa Ubud Resort
5 out of 5
Jalan Suweta, Banjar Bentuyung Sakti, Ubud, Bali
The price is €133 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€133
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (351 reviews)
"All the staff was so kind friendly and will respect they all made us so welcome 🙏 🥰resort was beautiful we diffinitly will be back if there was a 10 star ⭐️ I will give it to them"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Visesa Ubud Resort
Ayung Resort Ubud
Ayung Resort Ubud
4.5 out of 5
Desa Melinggih Kelod, Banjar Begawan Payangan, Ubud, Ubud, Bali
The price is €136 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
€136
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (566 reviews)
Delightful!
"Nestled in the jungle, this place will provide you with breathtaking views of Bali's natural elements. The resort is 1st class, the villas are exceptional and the service wraps up the experience in a delightful package. We stayed in 4 resorts in Bali and this one was by far our favourite. The travel ..."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

Ayung Resort Ubud
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ubud Green Resort Villas Powered by Archipelago
Ubud Green Resort Villas Powered by Archipelago
4 out of 5
Jln. Sri Wedari No. 8, Tegallantang, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Ubud, Bali
Stay at this 4-star villa in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Ubud ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (186 reviews)
"Booked for one night. At reception I was presented with a healthy drink then shown my villa with a pool. Excellent service and hospitality. Would definitely come back again next time I'm in Bali."

Reviewed on 29 Feb 2024

Ubud Green Resort Villas Powered by Archipelago
Kayumanis Ubud Private Villas & Spa
Kayumanis Ubud Private Villas & Spa
5 out of 5
Sayan Village, PO BOX 777, Ubud, Bali
Stay at this 5-star luxury villa in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly, helpful"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Kayumanis Ubud Private Villas & Spa
The White Villas Ubud
The White Villas Ubud
4 out of 5
Jl. Sandat 38, Ubud, Bali
Stay at this 4-star villa in Ubud. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
A little piece of paradise
"The property was gorgeous.. lush vegetation and quiet setting — perfect for getting over jet lag! Putu, who picked us up at the airport and drove us to the Monkey Forest and back to the port was great… very helpful and friendly… as was all the staff. The villa was huge and well appointed. And the ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

The White Villas Ubud
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ubud

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
9 Apr 2020

Ubud was wonderful if had sea I would never have left

5/5 - Excellent

Cat
22 Mar 2020

Loved it here. Lots of restaurants and bars. Very friendly staff everywhere. Easy to walk around and felt totally safe.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
16 Mar 2020

Ubud is lovely far and away the best place we visited in Bali

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Mar 2020

I highly recommend going to Ubud as you'll experience the true Balinese culture

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
25 Feb 2020

Ubud was lovely. Buzzing during the day with lots of spas, places of interest and the market however, all the restaurant close at 10/11pm so if you go for dinner late, everything is shut.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
10 Feb 2020

Traffic to busy and unsafe walking