Which place is cheaper, Ubud or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Beirut or Ubud?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Ubud. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Beirut or Ubud?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
Ubud
Made popular by the film Eat Pray Love, Ubud is located in the uplands of Bali, Indonesia. Beautiful Hindu temples and iconic rice fields are the sight to see in this popular cultural, artistic and religious hub on the island.
Though Ubud is hot and humid during the day, it is still cooler than coastal areas. Still, temperatures linger between mid-70's and low 90's year-round, so it is likely you'll experience warm weather, regardless of when you visit.
Ubud's wet season is from November to June, which makes it an unpopular time for travelers. January and February are when Ubud experiences the heaviest rainfall, so it may be wise to avoid visiting at this time, especially since weather will limit activities, bring out insects, and cause landslides and possible flooding.
Dry season runs from July through October, which is high season for travel. Even during dry season, Ubud is extremely humid, so pack lightweight clothing that breathes and lots of sunblock.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Indonesia, and The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia.
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Beirut Prices
Lebanon PricesUbud Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.78Ubud $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.78, while the average daily cost in Ubud is $143. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Beirut and Ubud in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Ubud $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Ubud $240
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Ubud
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Ubud? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Beirut Hotel Prices and Ubud Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Ubud $1.64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $13
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $25
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Paragliding in Lebanon with Hotel Transfer From Beirut: $192
- Private Airport Arrival Pick Up & Transfer to your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Arrival Transfer | Beirut Airport to Your Hotel: $10
- Private Arrival Transfer: From Airport to your hotel in Beirut: $10
- Private Departure Transfer | Beirut Hotel to Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: From your hotel in Beirut to Airport: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ubud
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ubud:
- White Water Rafting Ubud Bali With Hotel Transfer: $30
- Waterbom Bali Waterpark Ticket with Optional Transfer: $42
- Water Rafting With Private Transfer And Lunch: $85
- Ultimate Bali: White Water Rafting, 2-Hour Spa & Free Transfer: $80
- Ayung River Rafting & Jungle Swing Ticket with Transfer: $69
- Ubud White Water Rafting with Meal and Optional Hotel Transfer: $22
- Ubud Transfer Service: $28
- Ubud River Tubing and ATV Ride with Lunch and Private Transfers: $79
- Ubud Incense Class with Optional Sightseeing and Transfers: $29
- Ubud Cultural and Historical Guided Tour with Transfer: $43
- Ubud Country Side Jungle Trekking with hotel transfer: $95
- Ubud Cave Tubing Adventure with Hotel Transfers: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Ubud?
Prices for flights to both Ubud and Beirut change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBeirut $1.23Ubud $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $35
- Private, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Beirut Street Food Tour, Lebanon: $85
- Private Lebanese Home Cooking Class in Byblos with a Local Family: $86
- Beirut Street Food Tour | Hummus, Knefeh & Manoushe: $135
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ubud
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ubud.
- Ubud Cooking Class with Optional Market Visit Pickup Included: $18
- Ubud Balinese Cooking Class with Rice Field and Market Tour: $19
- Hands-On Bali Authentic Balinese Cooking Class Experience: $20
- Magical Village Tour & Private Dinner with Fireflies in Bali: $20
- Balinese Cooking Class with Herbal Medicine Secrets in Ubud: $20
- Full Day Ubud Waterfall Visit and Cooking Experience: $22
- Afternoon Cooking Class & Making Bali Offering with Dinner: $24
- Ubud Balinese Cooking Class with Rice Field View & Market Tour: $25
- Cooking Class and Dinner in Traditional House by Food Lover Tour: $25
- 8 Hours Private Balinese Cooking Class with Tirta Empul Temple: $28
- Bali Amazing Cooking Class: $30
- Bali Cooking Class with Hotel Pick-up: $30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Ubud $9.22
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos: Small Group Tour with Hotel pickup: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off Citysightseeing Tour & Audio Guide: $30
- Small Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $30
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | From Beirut: $30
- Small-Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $30
- Small Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $30
- New Cost Saver Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos: $30
- Beirut Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Private Tour - Explore Anjar Lebanon: $35
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $35
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
Tours and Activities in Ubud
Here are a few actual costs in Ubud for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Private Island Tour East Trip Nusa Penida Tour Package: $80
- 1 Day Private Ubud Tour in Ubud All Inclusive: $25
- 1 Hour Mangrove Tour From Lembongan with Kayak, Paddle, or Boat: $9.92
- 1.5 Hours Bali ATV Quad Tour: $35
- 10 Hours Private North Bali Instagram Tour With Photographer: $51
- 1st Bali Pakerisan River Tubing Adventure By Gekko Tubing: $19
- 2 Days Experience Bali: Most Popular Tour: $199
- 2 Days Tour : KINTAMANI - WATERFALL- ULUN DANU TEMPLE: $135
- 2 Days Tours : VISIT NUSA PENIDA ISLAND: $145
- 2 days 1 Night Ijen Creater Blue fire and Sunrise with Bali Tours: $257
- 2-Day Nusa Penida All-Inclusive: Private Tour, Hotel & Meals: $126
- 2-Day Nusa Penida Island Highlights Tour: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Ubud $6.20
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Baalbek Temples & Ksara Wine Tour | From Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Wine Tour | Saint Thomas, Kefraya & Ksara · Beirut: $100
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun from Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | 3 Wineries from Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Wine Tour | 3 Wineries · St Thomas, Kefraya & Ksara: $100
- Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Beirut: $100
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
- Private Cedar Hike & Bekaa Wine Tour | Kefraya & Ksara: $150
- Discover Wine Tasting Lebanese Tour Experience: $170
- Half-Day Private Chateau Musar and Ixsir Wine Tour from Beirut: $178
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Ubud, we can see that Ubud is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Ubud is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Ubud would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ubud than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Ubud Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Ubud?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Ubud. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Ubud, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.