Ubud is to art and culture what Uluwatu is to surfing. It’s a destination of royal palaces and crumbling temples, of hand-hewn handicrafts, and the most lavish temple ceremonies you’ll find anywhere on the island. And all this comes amidst a staggeringly beautiful backdrop of rainforests and rice fields. Even better, hotels here stand up to the best anywhere. But if you’re looking for luxury and an up-close-with-nature experience, try the outskirts of Ubud.
