Things to do and where to stay in Ubud, Bali
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Ubud is the cultural and spiritual heart of Bali, set in the centre of the island amid lush green rice terraces and tropical forest. It's known for its art, Balinese dance, yoga, and wellness retreats, with everything from rice-field villas to luxury valley-edge resorts. It suits couples, travellers seeking calm, and anyone who wants to experience the real Bali.

🌾Rice Terraces🐒Sacred Monkey Forest🧘Yoga & Retreats🎨Art🛕Temples & Waterfalls
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Why stay in Ubud, Bali

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Tegallalang Rice Terraces

Green rice terraces as far as the eye can see — a famous photo spot with a valley swing.

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Sacred Monkey Forest

The Sacred Monkey Forest, a shady forest in the middle of town with macaques and an ancient temple.

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Yoga & Wellness Centres

Yoga studios, spas, and world-class wellness retreats spread throughout the town.

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Town of Artists

Museums, galleries, and craft villages that reflect the artistic heart of Bali.

Ranked reviews — find your ideal stay in Ubud, Bali

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Local dishes to try in Ubud, Bali

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    Bebek Bengil (Fried Duck)

    Crispy fried duck marinated in Balinese spices — a legendary dish of the town.

    📍 Ubud
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    Ayam Betutu

    Chicken wrapped in banana leaves and slow-cooked with bold Balinese spices — tender and deeply fragrant.

    📍 Local eateries
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    Vegan & Healthy Food

    Health-focused cafés, vegetarian food, and organic bowls line the streets all over town.

    📍 Central Ubud
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    Luwak Coffee

    Taste civet coffee and Balinese tea at coffee plantations with nature views.

    📍 Coffee plantations
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    Nasi Campur Bali

    Rice served with an assortment of Balinese-style dishes — bold-flavoured and easy on the wallet.

    📍 Local warungs
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    Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

    A macaque sanctuary and ancient temple in a rainforest, shaded by giant trees.

    📍 Central Ubud
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    Tegallalang Rice Terraces

    Beautiful rice terraces with swings and one of Bali's most popular viewpoints.

    📍 Tegallalang
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    Tegenungan Waterfall

    A large waterfall in the tropical forest where you can swim, with a viewpoint and café.

    📍 Near Ubud
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    Tirta Empul Temple

    A sacred spring temple where Balinese come to perform purification rituals in the clear pools.

    📍 Tampaksiring
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    Ubud Palace

    The old royal palace with beautiful Balinese architecture and evening dance performances.

    📍 Central Ubud
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    Lempuyang Temple (Gates of Heaven)

    A temple gate framing Mount Agung — an iconic Bali photo spot (visited as a day trip).

    📍 East Bali

Things to do in Ubud, Bali

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★ TEAM'S TOP PICKS

3 Ubud, Bali hotels our team picked for you

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Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve★ 9.6Luxury

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

📍 Ubud, Bali⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#1 Luxury Reserve · private pool villas on the Ayung River

From~$1,571/night
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Purana Suite Ubud★ 9.5Upper-mid

Purana Suite Ubud

📍 Ubud, Bali⭐⭐⭐⭐

#2 highest-rated · 9.5/10

From~$140/night
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Capella Ubud, Bali★ 9.5Luxury

Capella Ubud, Bali

📍 Ubud, Bali⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#2 Unique experience · luxury tents in the forest

From~$1,286/night
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The Kayon Jungle Resort

★ 9.4⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Ubud, Bali

#1 rice-terrace view · three-tier pool

~$343/night
#5

Kuwarasan A Pramana Experience

★ 9.4⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Ubud, Bali

#4 in the Tegallalang fields · free yoga

~$283/night
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Amandari

★ 9.4⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Ubud, Bali

#3 Aman Classic · the original Bali luxury blueprint

~$1,086/night
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Bidadari Private Villas & Retreat

★ 9.3⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Ubud, Bali

#3 Private villa · 10 minutes from town

~$226/night
#8

Komaneka at Bisma

★ 9.3⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Ubud, Bali

#4 Best location · Campuhan valley views

~$514/night
#9

Beehouse Dijiwa Ubud

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Ubud, Bali

#5 Adults-only · rice-field & Mt Agung views

~$226/night
#10

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Ubud, Bali

#6 Top luxury · Ayung River villas

~$686/night

🚆 Getting around Ubud, Bali

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Renting a motorbike

Nimble for getting around Ubud, but the roads are narrow and winding — ride carefully.

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Car with driver

The most popular way to visit the rice terraces, waterfalls, and temples that are far apart.

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On foot

Central Ubud is easy to explore on foot — the palace, market, and monkey forest are all walkable.

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Grab / Gojek

Available but limited in some areas — check first or ask your accommodation to call one.

Where to go next near Ubud, Bali

Frequently asked — where to stay in Ubud, Bali

Who is Ubud best for?+

It suits couples, nature lovers, yoga fans, and anyone who wants to experience real Balinese culture more than beaches.

Does Ubud have a beach?+

No — Ubud sits inland on high ground; if you want a beach you'll need to drive about 1–1.5 hours south.

How many nights should I stay in Ubud?+

2–3 nights is just right to see the rice terraces, monkey forest, waterfalls, and temples, and soak up the peaceful atmosphere.

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