If you are looking for a place to work in Ubud with stable WI-FI, comfortable tables and office chairs, and good soundproofed conference rooms to join Zoom meetings, Ubud is a pretty damn good place to be.
Ubud is the cultural heart of Bali, but many remote workers prefer its tranquillity, beautiful surroundings, and yoga classes over the crazy traffic and beach clubs of Canggu. Yet, Ubud is not only about yoga studios.
If you are staying in Ubud and want to have a good life-work balance, check out this little guide on the best coworking spaces in Ubud for digital nomads and remote workers.
Features Great Coworking Space Should Have
We choose a spot to work based on a few important criteria:
High-speed, reliable Internet connection.
Well-positioned plugs (best if they are universal).
Meeting rooms where you can have business calls.
Private rooms or a silent place for recording and podcasting.
Various desk options: some people prefer to sit and some like standing desks.
Air conditioning. It is, of course, great to connect with nature and enjoy rice field views but Bali weather is hot plus sometimes after the harvest the fields are burning and it is not a pleasant working atmosphere.
A relaxing environment where it is easier to stay focused without construction or loud music nearby.
Great coffee and some food options nearby or even an in-house cafe with affordable lunches.
Time zone option for those working US hours (when you can work during night).
A great bonus is when the space tries to become more than just a few tables for work, but organizes fun activities, workshops, events with live music, and so on.
How Much Is Coworking Space In Ubud, Bali?
Daily pass to a coworking space in Ubud cost from 120,000 IDR (11.5 AUD) for shared space and usually includes drinking water, tea or coffee (if the space has a machine).
Monthly access to coworking spaces in Ubud is cheaper if you opt for a hot desk – around 290 AUD in Outpost Ubud.
A dedicated desk pass for one month will cost from 3,000,000 IDR (290 AUD) to 355 AUD and often comes with unlimited access to the space and some extra perks.
Best Coworking Space In Ubud For Digital Nomads
Outpost Ubud coworking
One of the OG coworking spaces in Bali. Outpost is an accommodation and coworking space that has long become a community center too. But to have access to the co-working space you don’t have to live in Outpost.
There is an Outpost location in Ubud and another in Canggu, and having an active membership in one allows you to visit both which is a huge plus if you love both areas and have friends in Ubud and Canggu.
Spacious rooms with air conditioning, ergonomic chairs, discounts with partners, members-only events, equipment for rent, option to set up offline or virtual office, dedicated desks, and even group memeberships – Outpost are out-pacing many coworking spaces in Ubud in terms of services the team provides.
Where Is It?
Nyuh Kuning Rd, MAS, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571
Jl. Penestanan, Sayan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571 (this Outpost location has a pool)
Onion Collective
The Onion Co combines restaurant, a co-living and a co-working formats in one cozy freelancers-friendly space.
Onion Collective has a cool package for 8 hours that also includes lunch, which is a no-brainer for remote workers chasing a deadline.
The space itself is very laid-back, cozy, with a few spots for calls and focused work, an open space and lounge area.
During a break you can explore what else is there: grab a snack, dip toes in the pool, or get a quick massage and finish the day off with a sauna session.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Pengosekan Ubud, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
HQ Coworking space @ Parq Ubud
HQ coworking space is located inside Parq Ubud residence which means it comes with access to the pool and a few fantastic restaurants, tea room, and a few shops. There is even an affordable gym on the territory.
If you hope to stay productive even during your Bali holiday, this coworking venue might be right for you!
The interiors are modern and stylish and you may get a free welcome coffee. The space has wide spacious tables and comfy office chairs. There are different areas: some are better for solo remote workers and some are great for team projects.
Where Is It? Jl. Tirta Tawar No.1, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Ubud Co-Working
A great coworking space with good office vibes and proper ergonomic office chairs. Two storey building with open-air space downstairs, enclosed private offices upstairs, and a cafe with amazing food (mix of Indonesian food and Western staples).
You cantake a break from work and sit down on a balcony facing rice paddies with a cup of tea, or chat with other digital nomads.
For work, you can get a pass in a shared area or rent a private room. You can also rent an extra monitor or keyboard if needed. Pricing is super affordable and you can either pick a few hours pass, a full day, or monthly package.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Andong No.92, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Ubud.Space Coworking And Coffee
Modern, clean and quiet place to work in Ubud with good coffee and comfortable tables. The chairs though are cafe-style with cushions not office chairs. The Internet is great – our test showed around 200 mb/s!
There is an open area and meeting rooms for small and bigger groups that you can book on hourly basis. Prices are very affordable.
Where Is It? F7V5+RF, Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571
Beluna – House Of Creatives
A quite coworking space and podcast studio surrounded by rice fields and a great spot to work with fast reliable internet connection, good coffee, and great food in the cafe. They hold monthly events for their guests and offer promos on Instagram.
For ex., some days you can arrive before 10 am and get a free full day pass!
The ground floor is an open air space and the space upstairs is fully air conditioned. There are different zones with different setting from chairs to hammocks so you can move around to stay focused and productive.
The space is closed on Sunday.
Where Is It? Jl. Subak Sok Wayah Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
The Hidden Space Ubud Cafe
A little cafe with homey cozy vibe and garden surrounding the place. It is located in a quiet zone hidden from busy main street.
While it is not a coworking space per se but has some cool nooks you can sit down and get some work done on laptop or make some notes with a cup of strong coffee. The cafe also has event spaces for some small gatherings or creative or yoga classes.
There is no membership fees, you just come and order whatever food and drinks you want and stay as long as you wish. Fast wifi is a big plus!
The downside is that it is an open-air space without ACs even though it is well shaded it can get hot during the day.
Where Is It? Jl. Dangin Labak, Singakerta, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Ubud Coworking Spaces We Didn’t Like
Wrkhub By Tutmak is cheap but it comes with a price. Long work session is impossible on these hard wood chairs.
No AC, and lots of noise from the street. Wi-fi is not reliable.
Titi Batu. This is not primarily a coworking space and you can feel it. Plus, it is located rather outside Ubud.
However, if you just need to send a few emails and want to enjoy pool and sauna afterwards, it can be an option.
5 Laptop-Friendly Cafes In Ubud For Short Work Sessions
If you’re not staying for long and not ready to commit for a monthly pass in one of the co working spaces in Ubud, feel free to work from a cozy cafe.
Some of the coffee shops in Ubud are too crowded and although they are on every list of the best coffee places in the area, they may not be the best coworking spaces. Here are 5 tested cafes you can go to.
Rüsters
Iconic massive barn-style coffee shop in Ubud with great coffee and pastries to keep you going while you get some work done.
Outside of central Ubud and without crowds. This spot is worth visiting even outside your work hours.
Soul Bites
A simple cafe not far from Monkey forest. They serve great food at a decent price. Soul Bites have plenty of small tables for two people which you can occupy for a few hours to work.
The downsides are that not all the tables have plugs and during dinner the place is quite busy.
Alchemy
A popular vegan restaurant and health products shop with informal setting.
They have great WI-FI and plenty of space to work – ideal for an introverted person who just needs some peace and quiet. But at the same time, it is one of the OG spots, so during peak hours (breakfast and lunch), there will be more people.
If you’re traveling outside Ubud, there is an Alchemy in Uluwatu as well.
Ubud Cinnamon Cafe
This cafe is great for a family, if you need to quickly do some work tasks as this spot has a little kids area and some space to sit down with your laptop. Plus, it opens early – at 7 am.
Lazy Cats Cafe
If you have a creative profession, and need an inspiring, atsy place to work from, check out Lazy cats vegan cafe. It is very cute, cozy and artistic.
However, it is not a proper coworking space and some of the tables are coffee tables which may not be great for typing.
Things To Pack For Your Work Day In Ubud
Waterproof bag or backpack – Ubud has more rainy days than Canggu.
Noise-cancelling headphones if you share the space with other nomads.
Waterbottle. While akk the places will have drinking water, it is more convenient to fill a bottle once than to re-fill a glass.
Sunscreen. A few coworking spaces have open-air set up. Even if it shaded, if you sit by the window, you may get a sun burn.
Adapter. Indonesi uses plugs type C mostly everywhere, but other countries in the world have different plugs. A travel adapted is very useful tool.
FAQs
Where To Work In Ubud?
In Ubud, digital nomads and remote workers thrive! You can work for one of the many cafes and coffee shops that allow laptops or from a dedicated coworking spaces with flexible hoursly or daily packages.
The best coworking spaces in Ubud are Outpost, Ubud Co-Working, and Beluna.
Is Canggu Or Ubud Better For Digital Nomads?
A digital nomad who likes more of a party scene and enjoys surfing in the morning before going to work will enjoy Canggu more. If you prefer peace and quiet, cooler temperatures and yoga instead of a surfing session, Ubud is best. Both areas have co-working spaces but Canggu has more modern options.
Final Thoughts On Coworking Ubud
Ubud offers amazing work-life balance with much less traffic and crowds than Canggu.
It is perfect for digital nomads who are not into parties, prefer healthy lifestyle, and don’t mind being further away from the beaches.
And you can choose the best format for you: working from a cozy cafe or from a private office with AC.
