Katak Villa is tucked into Nyuh Kuning, one of Ubud’s most charming neighbourhoods — a quiet village on the southern edge of town that sits between the Sacred Monkey Forest and the Campuhan Ridge Walk. This is the Ubud that travel writers romanticise: narrow lanes, local art galleries, small cafes, and the sound of gamelan drifting from nearby temples. The villa fits the setting perfectly.

This three-bedroom retreat is surrounded by dense tropical greenery with open-air living areas that let the cooler Ubud breeze flow through. The living room is decorated with local art and comfortable seating, and the outdoor space centres on a private pool with a wooden deck, sun loungers, and a handcrafted seating area that works beautifully for evening drinks under the stars. Each bedroom has high ceilings, soft bedding with mosquito nets, air conditioning, and terrace doors opening to garden views. The master bedroom includes a relaxation corner with sofa and Smart TV.

Why We Recommend Katak Villa

At $252 per night for three bedrooms, Katak Villa offers an authentic Ubud experience at a fair price. Nyuh Kuning is the neighbourhood we always recommend to visitors who want to experience the cultural heart of Ubud without the crowds and traffic of the town centre — the Monkey Forest is walking distance, the ridge walk is nearby, and some of Ubud’s best restaurants are a short drive or pleasant walk away. The staff are a genuine highlight: attentive, warm, and happy to arrange local excursions, cooking classes, or prepare meals in the villa kitchen. The open-air design and lush surroundings make this feel like a proper Ubud experience, not a generic villa that could be anywhere.

Our Favourite Features

Nyuh Kuning location is one of Ubud’s best-kept secrets — peaceful, walkable, and deeply cultural
The open-air living areas with local art create an atmosphere that is distinctly Ubud
The private pool and wooden deck surrounded by tropical greenery feels like a hidden garden
Walking distance to the Sacred Monkey Forest and the Campuhan Ridge Walk
Staff who genuinely know Ubud and can arrange experiences you would not find on your own

Good To Know

Open-air living means tropical insects, especially around dusk — the mosquito nets over the beds are there for a reason and they work
Ubud is cooler than the coast, so the open-air design is comfortable rather than hot, but bring a light layer for evenings
The town centre of Ubud is a short drive or a 15-20 minute walk — pleasant during the day but you may want a driver at night
No beach access — Ubud is inland. If you need ocean and sand, combine this with a few nights at a coastal villa

For an authentic Ubud villa experience in one of the town’s most charming neighbourhoods, with genuine cultural immersion and attentive staff, Katak Villa is a beautiful choice.