Ayu Homestay, Jl. Arjuna

There are many places to stay in Ubud, and it was overwhelming to decide which one. I decided to walk to a few places I saw online and see for myself.

Homestays are the way to go because they are cheaper. Some homestays are designed for socialising with other travellers and you’ll hear someone strumming a banjo or guitar.

I stayed one night at Ojek’s which had an impressive garden layout with a centre area with tables and pillows – a great hangout place. I met people there straight away.

Then I moved to Ayu’s Homestay because Ojek’s was booked out and because I wanted to look around more. Also, the room I was given at Ojek’s was musty and dark and lacked important necessities…like toilet paper!

Ayu Homestay, Monkey Forest Road, Arjuna Lane, Ubud. WhatsApp: 081239954016

At Ayu’s Homestay I had a very warm welcome from all the family members. The rooms are spotless and new. They have different sized rooms too. And they serve an amazing breakfast! A few mornings I was fasting on fruit so they served me a delicious breakfast of different fruits. Yummo!

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At Ayu Homestay their regular breakfast comes with fruit and your choice of a pancake or rice. It’s quite a large breakfast!

They also have a thermos of hot water all through the day so you can have as much tea as you desire! Tea is also provided. These daily delights were a very special part of this stay.

Other places I stayed at either had cereal and toast for breakfast or a heavy fried rice meal. I REALLY enjoyed the fruit here!

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But besides the great accommodation, free breakfast and tea it was the family that I really loved! I felt welcomed and safe here. They showed me some of their culture, arranged tours for me and even showed me how to cook Balinese style! I loved them so much and am still in contact with them even after I left!

If/when I ever go back to Ubud I would definitely stay there again. Such a lovely family!

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Ayu Homestay was were I based myself for the entire two weeks I was in Ubud, Bali.

They even organised for me to see the sights…. I saw the rice fields, Luwak coffee, temples and so much more! The Father was my own personal driver; it was so great!

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When you go to Ubud simply send Putu (their daughter) a message on Whatsapp with the dates you need and she’ll book you in.