Finding suitable apartments for remote workers in Ubud will be one of the most important tasks you will have to carry out before even stepping foot in Indonesia.
We recommend you begin your research in advance to ensure you have a strong sense of prices and the vibe of the different neighborhoods around the city. It is advised for newcomers to Indonesia or Bali to consider staying in a hotel or a local guesthouse for a few days and continue the search once in town -- this will give you a clearer sense of the areas and offers, as well as allow you to see more apartments in person.
Below, we list the most useful sites to search for apartments for remote workers in Ubud.
Airbnb is a truly invaluable tool in any search for apartments for remote workers in Ubud. The great mapping function on the site will give you the opportunity to check and compare prices across the city, and see potential apartments’ proximity to good cafes and coworking spaces in Ubud. Another great thing about Airbnb is that contacting the hosts can very often lead to great discounts on longer-term stays. Indeed, you should always contact hosts as these will be an important source of information for you once in Ubud. The site has a great variety of apartments and a good range of prices available.
The Ubud Housing and Rental option consists of a huge Facebook group is dedicated to helping long-term visitors find excellent rentals across Ubud. The group is very active and well-managed, receiving over 1000 new approved posts each month. Spam is very well-monitored in the group, meaning posts usually contain good information and great-quality photographs. The ads in this group have a wide range of property options as well as varying price ranges, although it is certainly the place to go if you are looking for a cheaper deal!
This is a great site when searching for apartments for remote workers in Ubud. It provides a wide range of studios, rooms and villas across the city at very competitive prices. Rent Room is an agency and acts as a middleman for rental transactions. Nonetheless, great prices and truly beautiful apartments with incredible amenities make this a very attractive option when searching for apartments for remote workers in Ubud. The site has a useful WhatsApp contact function and customer service is well-recommended.
This site is recommended by other remote workers who have searched for apartments in Ubud due to its ease of use and wide range of properties available. Bali Budget Housing seeks to make it easier and more affordable to find appropriate, long-term housing, meaning you are unlikely to find luxury villas with high prices on this site. It is a great place to find more authentic and affordable accommodation for your stay in Ubud.
This is another useful Facebook group with apartments for remote workers in Ubud. The group has a large membership and is well-managed by three admins. The Ubud Monthly Rentals group is private, meaning ads can feel more trustworthy and properties offered are indeed well-described and photographed. This can be a great place to find a beautiful place to live at an affordable rate or even get recommendations from landlords and other remote workers in the city. We always recommend contacting and researching hosts before making any payments or agreeing to meet.
For more information about living in Ubud as a remote worker, check out our complete Ubud guide.