Ubud

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Museum Puri Lukisan which includes a temple or place of worship
Elephant Cave which includes a temple or place of worship and rainforest
Don Antonio Blanco Museum showing art and interior views
Elephant Cave featuring a temple or place of worship
Ubud showing a city as well as a small group of people

Visit Hindu temples in lush forests, treat yourself to rejuvenating body treatments and discover the thriving arts scene of Bali's cultural capital.

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 centre 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 centre 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

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

Ubud City-Centre

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Ubud City-Centre is known for its spectacular forests, and you can see some sights in the area like Ubud Traditional Art Market and Saraswati Temple.

Ubud City-Centre
Agung Rai Museum of Art featuring art and interior views

Pengosekan

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

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

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

Nyuh Kuning

5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Nyuh Kuning, you might make a stop by sights like Ubud Monkey Forest and Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal.

Nyuh Kuning
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Sambahan

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Spas, river views, and forests are some highlights of Sambahan. You might stop by Aloha Ubud Swing or Jungle Swing while you're in the area.

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Kutuh Kelod

While Kutuh Kelod might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ubud Traditional Art Market and Saraswati Temple.

Kutuh Kelod
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Kutuh Kaja

While Kutuh Kaja isn't home to many top sights, Saraswati Temple and Ubud Traditional Art Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kutuh Kaja
Maya Ubud Resort and Spa

Maya Ubud Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Jalan Gunung Sari, Peliatan, Ubud, Bali
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $221 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
CA $221
CA $275 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (926 reviews)
"An oasis from the noisy traffic and crowds of Ubud - beautiful architecture and gardens. Just paradise."

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

Maya Ubud Resort and Spa
SereS Springs Resort & Spa Singakerta

SereS Springs Resort & Spa Singakerta

5 out of 5
Banjar Jukut Paku Singakerta, Ubud
The price is CA $145 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $145
CA $176 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (544 reviews)
"Very good place to stay. We really loved the pool that came with our room"

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

SereS Springs Resort & Spa Singakerta
Element By Westin Bali Ubud

Element By Westin Bali Ubud

5 out of 5
JL Raya Andong No 88, Desa Petulu, Kabupaten Gianyar, Ubud, Bali
The price is CA $142 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
CA $142
CA $172 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews)
"Simple room but easy access and not much stair good for elderly"

Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2025

Element By Westin Bali 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.
Damara Village Ubud by Alaya Private Estate

Damara Village Ubud by Alaya Private Estate

4 out of 5
Kawasan Damara Village Ubud Alaya, Collection. Jln Cocoa II No 4, Kedewatan, Ubud, Bali
Stay at this 4-star villa in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private plunge pools. Popular attractions Ubud Palace and Ubud Traditional Art Market are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"Small but oerfect for us. The pool is very small. But it has a nice living area and bedrooms. The staff were very attentive. It’s walking distance to couple of super makets. It was about 20 mins from UbUD centre"

Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2025

Damara Village Ubud by Alaya Private Estate
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 a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (558 reviews)
"Beyond our wildest dreams. Everybody was superfriendly; the location is just gorgeous; you can have a fabulous breakfast 24h a day; the restaurant is top-notch. Only issue: you cannot really walk out; you will need a ride (for free until 5pm). But once you are in, you will not really feel like ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

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 helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (186 reviews)
Lovely oasis in the heart of Ubud
"Lovely place 5 mins walk away from the hustle and bustle of Ubud. We stayed in the 2 bed villa which was beautifully decorated with the main bedroom having a great bathroom. Breakfast was bought to the terrace each morning and was lovely and fresh. The staff were so welcoming and polite, would definitely ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2025

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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