Is Ubud safe for solo female travelers?

Ubud, a town in Bali, Indonesia, is generally safe for solo female travelers. The locals are friendly and respectful espousing a deeply ingrained culture of hospitality. It's normal and acceptable for women to be out alone. The town has a low crime rate with most reported incidents being minor, such as opportunistic theft. However, like any tourist hotspot, it's important to take standard precautions. Be careful with your belongings especially in crowded areas, and be alert of your surroundings at all times, especially at night.

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How safe is Ubud for solo female travelers?

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4 /5

based on 5 experiences from female travelers

Tamara

Tamara

Armenia

Group travel

I loved it there, so many activities, so many amazing cafes and open spaces to remotely work from. I liked the yoga community there, they are very welcoming and open and active! I’m even planning to move there for a longer period.

Posted: December 7, 2025
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Hannah

Hannah

Indonesia

Solo travel

When I traveled to Ubud for the first time back in 2021 I had never been to Indonesia before - nor had I been to Asia. And it was quite honestly the easiest, friendliest place I could have landed. It’s so easy to find safe, kind, friendly places to stay that are affordable. The food is brilliant - for all diets too (I don’t eat gluten, and I’m primarily plant based), and there are loads of events for meeting people. It’s easy to get around by either renting a motorbike or getting a Gojek to take you around. Lots of beautiful cultural sites to visit - and the Balinese culture is one of the richest and most specific in the world. I loved it so much I ended up making it home for three years! :)

Posted: June 22, 2024
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Elly

Elly

Australia

Solo travel

Ubud has been my favourite destination in Bali. It's not on the coast and tends to ti be more rainy, however, the vibe is fantastic, especially if you're into mindful living. There are plenty of yoga classes, vegan foods, and massage centres. The hostels there were new and well kept. The monkey forest is definitely worth a visit!

Posted: September 22, 2023Experienced: April, 2017
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Cass

Cass

Indonesia

Solo travel

I loved Ubud, so healing, visit the temples and the pyramid of chi as well as yoga barn, beautiful place to be and heal!

Posted: May 1, 2023
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Hannah

Hannah

Ubud

About me

Hello! My name is Hannah and I’m feminine wisdom teacher, liberated expression mentor and writer. I’m currently traveling the globe living the mystic life after three years in Ubud, Bali, and am excited at the opportunity to adventure to new places, create beautiful art and meet new people!

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Gianna

Gianna

Ubud

About me

I have been living in Bali Indonesia for the past three years. Now I am traveling around a bit to find a new home. But I will be back for a few months in Bali as from February 2025. I am a psychic and mindset Coach and love everything spiritual: astrology, human design, personal development you name it :)

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