Should I rent a scooter in Ubud Bali or use a taxi/ride-hailing app?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 27 days ago
TL;DR
Traffic in Ubud is dense and chaotic — even experienced riders from other countries often skip the scooter. Grab or Gojek taxis are a safer, stress-free alternative.
What the community said
Grab and Gojek drivers in Ubud often wait a street or two away from the pin — this is normal, not a mistake. They typically avoid congested intersections or no-stop zones.
27 days ago Grab / Gojek — pickup offset from pin
Ubud's streets are a swarm of scooters, especially in the evenings. Even confident riders who handle Thai traffic without issues often give up on renting a scooter here due to the density and unpredictability of local traffic.
27 days ago Ubud — heavy evening scooter traffic
One look at Ubud traffic from a taxi window is often enough to put people off renting a scooter. Taxis here are a comfortable and affordable alternative for getting around without the stress.
27 days ago