Ubud Villa

You've done the right thing when choosing Ubud villa, because Ubud is one of the best villas area in Bali

Ubud is one of tourist destination in Bali as well as the resort area which has been known throughout the world. Ubud which is renowned as an artists' village has been occupied by many art enthusiasts since 30s after the arrival of Walter Spies who was passionate about the culture and landscapes in Ubud. Unlike the other tourist areas in Bali, Ubud is more focus in cultural tourism, arts, and unspoiled natural beauty. This makes Ubud still frequently visited by tourists from around the world nowdays.

The cost of accommodation in Ubud are much affordable than other areas in Bali. There are a wide selection of accommodation in Ubud, including private villas located in every strategic place in Ubud, for example on the river bank, cliff edge, or in the middle of rice fields. There is no beach in Ubud because the village is located in the highlands with its cool air.

In contrast to the villas at other areas in Bali, Ubud villas usually emphasize the uniqueness of its architecture, where there will be a combination betwen western architecture with traditional Balinese architecture. Most of Ubud villa adopt the style of traditional Balinese buildings layout, where there are an harmony between buildings and natural surroundings. This has made many tourists prefer to stay in Ubud villa instead of other Bali villas.
Below are a few options of Ubud villa which which can be used as a reference in planning your vacation in Bali.

KAJANE MUA VILLA Type : 1, 2, 3, 4 bedrooms Rate : US $ 235/villa/night Address : Monkey Forest st. Ubud .	FURAMA VILLAS & SPA Type : 1 & 2 bedrooms Rate : US $ 188/villa/night Address : Banjar Bindu Jalan Raya Mambal, Ubud .
VILLA SEMANA Type : 1 & 2 bedrooms Rate : US $ 240/villa/night Address : Banjar Semana Desa Singakerta, Ubud .	THE UBUD VILLAGE RESORT Type : 1 bedrooms Rate : US $ 260/villa/night Address : Jalan Raya Nyuh Kuning Pengosekan, Ubud .

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Ibu Oka Warung Babi Guling Jl Suweta (just north of the Jl Raya Ubud-Jl Suweta-Monkey Forest Rd crossroads). Eating at Ibu Oka is one of the ultimate Bali culinary experiences. The babi guling (spit-roasted pig) here is world-famous, and this humble eating place is virtually a place of pilgrimage. The roast pork is served with rice and spiced veggies, order the special to get a bit of everything — including offal and blood sausage. There are normal tables and chairs but you can also sit on the floor at low tables inside the bale (pavilion). Ibu Oka also has a branch in Mas on the main Teges-Sukawati road, which makes it on the route between Ubud and the airport. Unlike the original, where hygiene and appearance are not strong points, this outlet is a two-storey restaurant which is spotless, airy and comfortable

Batan Waru Jl Dewi Sita, Ubud. Long established Ubud institution. Excellent Balinese and other Indonesian food as well as western options, in a well designed space. Also serves top quality coffee, and has a dessert menu which includes an especially notable version of Balinese black rice pudding (bubur injin). Indoor and outdoor seating.

Casa Luna Jl Raya Ubud. Large, long-established restaurant serving western and local dishes, and plenty that fall somewhere in between.

Murni's Warung Jl Raya Campuan-Ubud (at the Campuan Bridge). Excellent Western and Balinese food in a stunning, gorge setting. Elegant lounge bar. Historic. First real restaurant in Ubud founded by Murni herself in 1974. Also a shop with interesting collectibles and the odd real antique.

Nomad Jl Raya Ubud 35. A long-standing institution that serves up a good selection of Balinese, Indonesian, and western dishes, but deservedly popular is their version of a tapas selection, consisting of bite-sized portions of local flavors. Also serves a wide-range of cocktails and spirits.

Bebek Bengil (Dirty Duck Diner) Jl Hanoman, Padang Tegal. An interesting restaurant with paddy field views and nice gardens. Famous for their crispy fried duck and some European-based menu items. They have a good selection of cakes as well. Been around a long time and many comments that it is nothing like as good as it used to be.

Mozaic Jl Raya Sanggingan, Ubud. The brainchild of chef Chris Salans, this is one of the leading restaurants in the whole of Bali, and one which will please even the most jaded of foodies. Multi-award winning, including the coveted Les Grandes Tables du Monde award (the only restaurant in Bali ever to achieve that).

Terazo Jl Suweta (just north of the junction with Jl Raya Ubud). High quality fusion cuisine in a restaurant environment with a Mediterranean colonial feel. Notably excellent desserts. Owned and run by the same people as Batan Waru.

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Flava Lounge Jl Pengosekan, A slightly curious cafe/bar, which has regular open mike nights, occasional karaoke bashes, and even hip-hop and R&B DJs. Sometimes it goes off a bit (at least by Ubud standards), and at others is deserted. Also throws occasional events supporting different causes.

Jazz Cafe Jl Sukma No 2, Tebesaya, Ubud. Jazz bar with live bands nightly, which are sometimes local cover bands, not jazz. A limited food menu and a good selection of drinks

Ary's Warung Jl Raya Ubud 35 (opposite Puri Saraswati). Don't be fooled by the name, this is a stylish watering hole with a large bar downstairs, complete with sofas and cow-leather bar stools, and a rather less busy restaurant upstairs. Drinks are expensive but generously sized.

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Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) At Bedulu village, Gianyar. The centerpiece here is a cave dating back to the ninth century, the entrance to which is an ornately carved demon's mouth. Inside are some fragmentary lingam and yoni statues, as well as a statue of Ganesha. Large, carved guards stand around pools near the entrance, and a little path leads to a waterfall, rice fields, and some Buddhist stupa fragments. Some parts of the Goa Gajah complex were not excavated until the 1950s. Nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Gunung Kawi (Poet Mountain) Tampaksiring (18 km northeast from Ubud). Dating from the eleventh century, this is presumed to be the burial complex of King Anak Wungsu and his many wives. Reached by climbing down 371 steps, the location at the bottom of a steep valley lined with paddy fields, is quite stunning. The smaller complex on the south side of the river is presumed to have been built for the King's wives, while the larger complex is thought to have been the residence of the King himself, and perhaps his concubines. You must take off your shoes before entering into the central pura complex. About one km downstream there are further tomb cloisters

Puri Saren Agung (Royal Palace, Water Palace) Located across Jl Raya Ubud from Ubud Market. This was the palace of the kings of Ubud until the 1940s, and some royal descendants live there to this day. Parts of the complex are off limits to the public, but entry to the rest is free, and this is Ubud's best setting for dance performances

Tirta Empul Located at Tampaksiring, 20 km northeast from Ubud. One of the holiest temples in Bali built around hot springs that still bubble in the central courtyard. The Balinese come here to bathe and purify themselves physically and spiritually, and during Galungan, the sacred barong masks are bathed here. The complex dates to 960, but the present buildings are largely modern reconstructions

Monkey Forest Jl Monkey Forest, Ubud. A sacred forest full of ravenous monkeys, so don't bring any food or you will risk bites and rabies injections. Stroll through to find Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal, a temple of the dead. A visit to the very informative website beforehand is highly recommended.

Ubud Market Located at the corner of Jl Monkey Forest and Jl Raya Ubud, this is a double storey warren of stalls bursting at the seams with wood carvings, batik shirts, sarongs, and all manner of other souvenirs aimed specifically at tourists. The merchants here haggle with tourists for a living, and think nothing of asking for ten times the going price, so try to establish a baseline before you go in to buy. Most of the merchants downstairs will lose interest if you try to get a reasonable price. It is better to try the shops upstairs where you will find the same products often for sell at lower prices. You will still need to use your best bargaining skills of course.

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Blanco Renaissance Museum Jl Raya Campuhan, Ubud. Before he passed away in 1999, Spanish artist Antonio Blanco was an absolute fixture on the Ubud art scene. His former home is now a museum showcasing his sometimes bizarre but always interesting work. Think Salvador Dali transplanted to Asia. In the garden you can take pictures of the exotic birds flying around.

Verona Spa Jl Monkey Forest (at the end of the alley by Yulia Hotel), Ubud. Verona offers individual or coupled rooms that open onto a rice terrace, yet remain private because of strategically placed landscaping. Offers a four hour package called the Verona Spa Experience, complete with a massage, body scrub, flower bath, facial, manicure, pedicure, and the most divine hair creme bath (not to be missed if you like having your head massaged)

Whitewater rafting There is good rafting available on the Ayung River at Sayan, just west of Ubud. Almost as good as the rafting itself is the wonderful experience of being right down inside the Ayung gorge. This is the domain of high-end resorts like the Four Seasons and Amandari, and it is a very scenic area indeed. The rapids are Class II and Class III, and best during the rainy season as the river can run a bit dry from June to September.

Ubud Yoga Centre Jl Raya Sanggingan (almost opposite Neka Museum), Ubud. This expat-run centre offers everything from single attendance classes up to residential yoga instructor training courses

Pondok Pekak Library Jl Monkey Forest (on the opposite side of the football pitch from Jl Monkey Forest). This privately run community library often has decent fiction and other books for sale. By buying here you are supporting their mission to make free books available to Balinese schoolkids. When you visit, check to see if they have any cultural performances coming up. Also has a small cafe serving homemade light bites.

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