Why Bedulu is Ubud's Best Kept Secret for Private Villa Holidays (Away from the Crowds)

If you ask experienced travelers who have visited Bali multiple times where to stay in the Ubud region, they will give you one crucial piece of advice: avoid the central Jalan Raya Ubud gridlock and stay in the serene historical foothills of Bedulu.

The Magic of Bedulu Village

Located just 4 kilometers east of central Ubud in Gianyar Regency, Bedulu was once the capital of the ancient Pejeng-Bedulu kingdom. Today, it retains the authentic rhythm of Balinese village life—where local temple ceremonies unfold peacefully and lush subak rice irrigation waterways still meander through emerald fields.

Top 4 Advantages of Staying in Bedulu

• Uninterrupted Peace & Quiet: No honking traffic or loud bar music at midnight. Sleep soundly to the gentle sounds of tropical night breezes.
• Minutes to Major Cultural Landmarks: Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave Sanctuary) is right down the road (5 minutes). The 14th-century Yeh Pulu rock reliefs and Samuan Tiga temple are nearby hidden treasures.
• Direct Access to Pejeng & North Bali: Easy driving connections north to Kintamani volcano and Tirta Empul without getting caught in Ubud town traffic.
• Spacious Luxury for Less: Because land in Bedulu is less commercialized than Jalan Hanoman, private villas like Uma Sari Bedulu Villas offer larger private pools and spacious gardens at far more accessible rates.

Things to Do While Staying at Uma Sari Bedulu Villas

During your stay, take a morning walk through the surrounding rice fields, join the nearby Tumang Cooking Class, or rent a bicycle to tour the ancient Pejeng woodcarvers' hamlets. Bedulu offers the true spirit of Bali as it was meant to be experienced.