Is Ubud Expensive?

Is Ubud expensive to visit?

Ubud is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $146. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Yokohama and Shenzhen.

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

How expensive is Ubud?

The average cost of traveling to Ubud can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $146 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Ubud here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Ubud?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Ubud will cost around $437 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $875.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Ubud?

On average, a one week trip to Ubud costs about $1,021 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,041.

Is it expensive to backpack in Ubud?

With more than 60 hostels in the area, Ubud is a popular backpacker destination for travelers looking to stay on a tight budget and have a fun time along the way. Here, hostels cost an average of $9 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Ubud here.) It's also common to see a wide range in prices, as the cheapest hostels here cost $1, but the most expensive can be more than $35 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Ubud.

• $27 for a dorm bed at Puri Garden Hotel & Hostel
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• $5 for a dorm bed at Puji Hostel
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• $3 for a dorm bed at In Da Lodge
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Are hotels expensive in Ubud?

From our analysis of hotel prices in Ubud, we can see that they are moderate and on par in comparison to the rest of the world. On average, a night in a hotel room costs approximately $46. The area hosts around 32 five-star hotels, averaging $261 per night. For those with an eye on both comfort and economy, three-star hotels present a reasonable choice at an average of $52 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical option at $18 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Ubud?

Activities and things to do in Ubud can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $9 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $9.

• Ubud Tour - Ubud Highlight - Private Tour All inclusive: $59
• Best of Ubud Private Day Tour with All Inclusive: $37
• Bali Instagram Private Tour: Best Spots (All-Inclusive): $89
• Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour (All-Inclusive): $22
• Mount Batur Sunrise Hike – Local Guide & Hot Spring Experience: $19
• New Track Bali Buggy UTV Adventure in Ubud: $26
• Bali Ubud Tour: Cleans Village, Temple, Waterfall & Rice Terrace: $56
• Bali Quad Bike Adventure - Monkey Forest- and Waterfall: $54

Is food expensive in Ubud?

Food in Ubud can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $19 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $23. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Balinese Vegan Cooking Class with Fresh Harvesting & Garden Tour: $39
• Authentic Balinese Cooking Class in Ubud: $49
• Balinese Cooking Class & Tanah Lot Temple Visit - Private & All-Inclusive: $95
• Bali Must-Try Food Tour (Denpasar): $49
• Small-Group Farm Tour & Balinese Cooking Class in Ubud with Kadek: $49
• Ubud Mystic Dinner at Oracle of Spice Lemuria The Lost City: $17

Is transportation expensive in Ubud?

Exploring local transportation in Ubud shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $2 per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $8. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.