Ubud City-Centre
In the city centre
As hectic as it gets in Ubud. The city centre revolves around Ubud Market, the old forum of street trade. Browse for suitcase-filling souvenirs, then go bananas in the Monkey Forest. Stroke your chin at paintings at Museum Puri Lukisan before tapping your foot to some jazz stylings at Laughing Buddha Bar. The fun doesn’t stop!
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Campuhan
1.4 miles from city centre
How green is your valley? Campuhan’s is mega-lush. Breathe deep as you clamber along the Ridge Walk through rice paddies and the thickest, greenest vegetation. Head back into town and tuck into a plate of sticky pork ribs from legendary restaurant Naughty Nuri’s. If you have a sweet tooth, don’t miss the dark chocolate brûlée at Room4Desserts.
Places to stay from £7 per night
Set amid tropical jungle ravines, terraced rice paddies and emerald rolling hills, the town of Ubud has long been considered the spiritual and cultural hub of Bali.
A peaceful respite from the livelier Kuta, Ubud is all about kicking back, relaxing and being at one with nature. One of the town’s most famous attractions is the Ubud Monkey Forest – a dense swathe of jungle housing three holy temples and over 600 Balinese long-tailed macaques who delight in roaming the ancient site. Another must-see spot is the UNESCO-listed Tegalalang Rice Terrace, known for its photo opportunities, verdant scenery and the iconic ‘Love Bali’ swing.
The hilltop Campuhan Ridge Walk – the best-known of Ubud’s hiking trails – takes you on a journey through beautiful rice paddies and grasslands, from where you can enjoy sweeping countryside views. Another great lookout spot is the summit of Mount Batur – located about an hour or so north of town. Hikers enjoy climbing this active volcano to be rewarded with spectacular views of the crater and the shimmering Lake Batur.
Ubud is a great place to soak up Balinese culture. From the rock-hewn cave of Goa Gajah to the ancient Hindu temple of Pura Taman Saraswati, there are plenty of cultural gems dotted around this laid-back town. You can also shop for traditional Balinese arts and crafts at the Ubud Art Market, which famously featured in the film ‘Eat, Pray, Love’.
Tonight
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | Rp 1,000,000 = £49.21 |
| Language | Indonesian |
| Average weekend price | £77 per night |
| Average weekday price | £78 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Ubud Market
0.1 miles from city centre
Goa Gajah
1.9 miles from city centre
The Yoga Barn
0.8 miles from city centre
My stay at the hotel was wonderful, save for one unfortunate...
21 September 2024
My stay at the hotel was wonderful, save for one unfortunate incident at check-out. Before leaving, we visited a nearby Water Temple and used the room's conditioner to rinse our hair. Upon returning, we were accused of taking the conditioner. Despite our protests, we were forced to search our belongings. We eventually found the small bottle and returned it to the receptionist. This was an unpleasant experience, especially as we had no intention of stealing.
We had both good and bad experiences.
19 September 2024
We had both good and bad experiences. The meals and service we had at Balinese Home Cooking and Mozaic were fabulous. Despite booking 5 star accomodation the service at our first Hotel was initially poor and at the second Hotel the accomodation was simply not of 5 star standard as evidenced by the rat living in our bedroom pavillion. At the midpoint of our stay I contracted a severe case of food poisoning despite being careful with everything consumed. I was taken to hospital by ambulance where I had excellent care for the following 3 days. Walking or travelling any distance in and around central Ubud can be a nightmare. The footpaths along the major thoroughfares are narrow with broken uneven surfaces and the scooter and car traffic is abominable. It was often much faster to walk than to take taxi's but it is dangerous and exhausting. Our driver on the last day hit a pedestrian with his mirror and didnt stop. Fortunately it appeared to be a glancing blow. Traffic jams could occur at any time, though typically early afternoon was worst. We had a number of instances where it took over 30mins to travel less than 3 klms. Alternatives such as public transport are non existent. There are many fantastic elements evident in Balinese culture. The Aung Rai museum for example beautifully shows the historical transition from traditional painting to modern expression. The communal manner of traditional Balinese life evident in the villages and expressed in rituals, ceremonies and gatherings is uplifting to experience. The authenticity of the Balinese culture still shone despite its rampant commercialization but it is in growing danger of being overwhelmed by the weight of burgeoning visitor numbers, very poor infrastructure and the desire of the Balinese to achieve a higher standard of living on the back of scooters, cars and tourism.
In general I like Ubud - I have been there seven times since...
18 September 2024
In general I like Ubud - I have been there seven times since 1998. In 1998 I loved Ubud - Over the last 5 years it has totally changed, there is an incredible amount of people and scooter/cars. It is often faster to walk than taking a Taxi/Scooter - The footpaths are extremely busy - in the past 99% walked to the left - now 80% walks to the right😏
There is so so so much to do.
17 September 2024
There is so so so much to do. The local people are warm and I found their gratitude spiritual. Simply paying way was agreed with no tip, and they receive it deeply. I want to come back and spend more time here, it is truly a place that enhances spirituality.
This is a very picturesque place, ideal if your looking for...
17 September 2024
This is a very picturesque place, ideal if your looking for a quiet getaway and a chance to experience a more easy going rural experience in Bali, the people are really friendly and eager to make you feel welcome and they are very happy to share their culture and way of life with you. I recommend a trip to a coffee plantation, go see the cleansing ceremony and definitely visit the volcano and hot spring less that 15mins away !
Ubud remains a charming place, if you avoid the endless...
16 September 2024
Ubud remains a charming place, if you avoid the endless streets of shops. The walking trails through the rice fields are beautiful, dotted with a few cafes. Campuhan Ridge Walk is IMO overrated, I never saw the views depicted in the photos which must have been taken by drones. It's still a nice enough walk, especially if you stop at this tiny ice cream kiosk, Gourmet Gelato, a little way after the end of the trail. If you like Balinese art, my favourite places to view them are the Neka Art Museum, ARMA (Agung Rai Museum of Art) and the Blanco Renaissance Museum. Unfortunately, the normally gorgeous museum housing Antonio Blanco's not-to-be-missed art was badly in need of maintenance when I visited in August 2024.
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