Welcome to Ubud
I personally stayed in Poka Ubud Villas- a quite place 7mins away from Ubud Centre. they have few units, all with private pool, staff very kind and friendly. Perfect privacy and comfort.
Poka Ubud Villa
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Lovely and quite place jast outside the center or Ubud. Frogs and birds will be your companion for the holiday. Staff very friendly and available for any needs. Perfect for privacy
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But first thing first you need to rend a motorbike, yes i know, not an expert but driving in Ubud is less complicate then the rest of the island. More pleasant. I personally rent from a place called Darma Putra Bali Scooters. I got in touch weeks before my arrival, communication was smooth and clear. Price for a Unit Yahamah Nmax 155c for 3 days was 420k Rupies + 500k rupies deposit (phone holder 25k rupies). Delivery at my villa.
Darma Putra Bali Scooter Rental, Car Rental & Motorbike Rental Bali - Main Office
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I rented with this company and I got in touch before my arrival to arrange the delivery of the bike at our villa. All perfectly smooth, communication, how they handle the booking, team courteous and available. Prices good and nice motorbike!
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After a full tank of petrol we start our journey up north, but first coffe! i suggest a stop to this beautiful place called HUMA CAFE' by Goldmine, with a lovely venue and a great menu!
So fresh juices, nice food and relaxing environment overview the ricefields. (perfect also for sunset views)
Huma Cafe by Goldmine
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Lovely place for a juice or smoothie! Food is amazing ambience is great and people lovely! Face the rice field and us perfect for sunset view
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After coffee , the first stop on the way up to north (optional, personally too touristic for me) is Alas Harum Bali, a mix of nature, relax, instagram spot , lots of activities and attractions, and much more!
Alas Harum Bali
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Alas Harum Bali, a greenery lush tropical rice terraces inspired,. Located in the heart of Tegallalang, 20 minutes ride from Central Ubud.
Designed to provide a memorable experience, for adventure seekers to fun and instaworthy photo hunters. Enjoy the expansive iconic three-layered pool, enjoy good food with 2 restaurants perfect for foodies.
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In this area you can just simply enjoy the view of the famous Tegallalang Rice Terrace , parking can be quite tricky, i suggest to ask to one of the restaurant around to park in their spot, i paid 10k Rupies for the spot. The view from the top is breathtaking! i simply enjoed my fresh pineapple juice watching the rice fields.
Otherwise another tip is to go from the other side, and park here to access to the rice terraces (is not always free but cheaper then the main entrace) and you have direct access to the rice fields.
On the road stop also by Ceking Rice Terrace and Mupu.
Ceking Rice Terrace
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A must stop… if you don’t know where to park and you don’t want to be charge extra, ask to a cafe owner if you can park in their spot- usually 10.000 ind will be enough and you can enjoy stroll Around!
My advice is to find a small place and get a juice or coffee (for less then 25.000ind) and enjoy the beautiful view over the rice terrace
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Continuing our trip next stop is Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu, the cost is 30k Rupies for adults. The Hindu temple is nice and peaceful, worth a stop.
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On to the next temple, not far away there is the Pura Tirta Temple, this one is one of the biggest in the area, we were there on a Sunday and there was a ceremony going on, lots of people doing donations, purification in the bathing area, lets say that you need to be careful where you are going as lots of areas in the temple are not allowed to non-hindu.
Pura Tirta Empul
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Beautiful temple in the heart of the forest. Cost is Rupies 50000 per person / you can park the motorbike outside free
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In Ubud there are SO MANY TEMPLES! but be carefull, not evey temple if visitable, actually most of them are private as are located inside houses- if you want to visit it you need to ask permission to the owner.
And now, My suggestions for:
For artisan shopping lovers:
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For (Luxury) Gym lovers:
Gymnasium Bali
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On holiday but don’t want to skip the gym? This place is insane! Very well curated inside one of the best and cool complex in Ubud.
Entrance daily is Rupie 220 per person but you have access to all facilities and the gym is really well equipped
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For the coconut lovers:
Tukies Coconut Shop
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Small place .. they have only coconut items, good and tasty ! And they sell only local product..lots of dried fruits
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For the Indonesian's Food lovers (What a gem this one for a cute dinner date):
In Da Compound Warung
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This is a TRULY hidden gems in Ubud!!
Family business lovely location inside a home complex.
Food amazing and prices really really low… the service is great with a nice and chill vibes
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For Vegans lovers:
Wild Vegan
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Vegan friends, check this out! In Bali sure they don’t miss vegan option! But this place is quite good and they do delivery also on Grab!
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For the healthy (with a touch of contemporary cuisine) lovers:
Herb Library Bali
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What’s better that a place with good food, greens and bamboos around?
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For Indians lovers:
Chai of The Tiger (Indian Street Food) - Jl Sukma
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Someone said Indian’s food?
This place is for you! Lovely presentation of the dishes and nice flavors-the only thing is the place closed at 9.30pm a bit early
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For the undecided ones:
Pison, Ubud
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Very famous in Ubud but is not the only branch. Extensive menu, a bit of everything, they do cocktails as well.
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For the Instagram lovers:
Ivy Cafe
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Location always cozy and lovely. Greg healthy menu with lots of options. Nice espresso! (I’m Italian) and great portion
Fruit platter was the best and really affordable prices
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For the organic lovers:
Given Ubud - juice, healthy drinks, dessert, healthy snacks, plant based milk
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A lovely hidden place with an extensive menu of juices, smoothies, and more
Really nice and fresh ingredients.
amazing smoothie, the colors, the balance.
The place is small with all raw products, organic products, all made by the owners this lovely couple!
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For coffee lovers and artisanal pastry lovers:
Decafo Cafe
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You don’t need big spaces. Just a comfy chair, a nice cup of capuccino with home made cake , cozy and feels like home
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For the fancy place lovers:
The Upper Deck Ubud
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Indonesian/internation with a fine fine touch!
Amazing location and food
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For the fresh smoothies lovers:
Vitamin Detox Bar
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Amazing drink list with all so cool and fresh ingredients! Packaging in glass bottle , so not only good for your body and souls but also eco friendly!
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For supermarket Lovers:
Pepito Market Tebongkang
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Really nice and cool supermarket...good selection of local products, fresh bakery and gastronomy desk. Nice stop on the way to the city
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Ubud has been amazing and this is just SOME of the places i personally loved it!
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