Intimate Wedding Venue Ubud Charming Romantic Settings

Who says your wedding needs a ballroom and a hundred guests?
In Ubud, small gatherings feel anything but modest.

We’ve hand-picked venues by capacity, style, setting, and price so you can match the vibe to your guest list fast. Think of it like choosing a playlist for your day, click, pick, and you’re set.

Choose a tropical garden, a rice-terrace overlook (stepped fields that glow emerald at sunrise), or a simple Balinese pavilion (open-air structure with carved wood). Each spot lets your vows feel private and personal.

Ever dreamed of walking down an aisle scented with frangipani (plumeria) as gamelan (traditional Balinese percussion) guides your steps? Pure bliss.

Intimate Wedding Venue Ubud Charming Romantic Settings

We picked venues by capacity, style, setting, and price so you can match the vibe to your guest list fast. This roundup highlights small Ubud wedding spots that feel personal: tropical gardens, rice-terrace overlooks (stepped fields that glow emerald at sunrise), and simple Balinese pavilions (open-air structures with carved wood).

You’ll find villa ceremony options Ubud couples love, quiet cultural sites, and boutique wedding spaces across Bali. Want a ready-made option? For curated package choices at villas and resorts, check Ubud villa wedding packages.

Venue	Capacity	Style	Starting Package Price
Aksari Resort Ubud	10–50 guests	Forest or riverside ceremonies; romantic suites and heated pools	$2,500
Private Luxury Villa	Up to 40 guests	Poolside sunset vows and private dinners under lights	$2,000
Cultural Yoga Shala or Riverside Temple	Under 20 guests	Sacred, minimalist ceremonies with priest blessings and gamelan music (traditional Balinese percussion)	$2,000

Choose how intimate and immersive you want the day to feel. Want barefoot vows among rice terraces or a riverside blessing with gamelan music? Imagine the warm scent of frangipani (plumeria) as you say your vows. Tranquility. The venue sets the mood.

Detailed package and pricing breakdown for intimate wedding venue Ubud

Prices at intimate wedding venues in Ubud are usually tiered to match guest counts and the level of service you want. Basic packages start around $2,000 and typically cover venue hire, simple décor, and light catering. All-inclusive packages can climb toward $10,000 when you add fresh orchid arches, traditional Balinese dance performances (local dance), full pro photo and video, and gourmet Balinese cuisine.

For ready-made villa options and sample menus, take a look at Ubud villa wedding packages.

• Venue rental: half-day or full-day options for garden terraces, poolside platforms, or open-air pavilions. Choose the setting that feels like you.
• Décor elements: basic floral aisle, white seating, simple bamboo arch. Upgrades include fresh orchid installations and premium floral designs.
• Catering specifics: plated or buffet menus with local favorites, vegetarian Balinese dishes, and private chef options for villa ceremonies. Think tropical flavors and fresh ingredients.
• Photography & video: ceremony coverage and an edited gallery. Drone footage and cinematic editing are usually in higher tiers.
• Entertainment options: acoustic ceremony music, Gamelan (traditional Balinese percussion ensemble), and evening DJ setups.

Optional add-ons make it easy to shape your day without guessing. Orchid arch installations and premium floral designs usually run $400 to $1,200. Live Balinese dance performances are roughly $300 to $800 depending on troupe size. Full photography and video packages, including drone and cinematic editing, often start around $1,500.

Couples who want the resort touch add things like a personal wedding assistant, couple’s spa treatments, and a private star-lit dinner. Aksari’s packages often bundle those into mid-to-top tier plans. If you want a single point of contact, many all-inclusive wedding packages in Ubud include vendor coordination through a planning team for one flat rate.

Booking is simple. Think of it like choosing a date on a calendar, click, confirm, and your Ubud wedding starts to come to life. Ever dreamed of a floating breakfast the morning after? We can help make that happen.

Availability and booking steps for intimate wedding venue Ubud

April to October is the busy season here, so most venues suggest locking your date 6 to 12 months in advance. You’ll find weddings and ceremonies clustered in those months, so booking early gives you the best choices.

November to March is quieter, with lower rates and more flexibility. If you’re planning a smaller guest list or a weekday vow, off-peak can be a lovely, calmer option.

Most venues are just 10 to 15 minutes from central Ubud (the town center). Budget guest stays nearby often start under IDR 500,000 per night (approx. $30–35), making it easy to keep guests comfortable without stretching the budget.

Start with a date and a rough guest count so you can tell whether a full villa wedding or a tiny riverside shala (a small covered pavilion) will fit your plans. Next, reach out to the venue coordinator or your preferred planner to check dates and ask what’s included , flowers, set up, sound, permits, that sort of thing.

Pay a deposit to hold the date. That simple step turns a plan into a promise. Then review the contract and confirm the payment schedule so nothing surprises you later.

Confirm lodging for key guests and arrange transfers. Many venues will recommend nearby homestays or private villas and can help organize shuttles or pick ups. Saves you time and spares your aunt from Googling at midnight.

For a detailed timeline and checklist for villa weddings, see how to plan a villa wedding in ubud.

Partnering with a boutique wedding planner makes the whole process smoother, especially when you’re juggling vendors, permits, and guest logistics. They handle the details so you can enjoy the calm before the vows.

Vendors & Amenities

Aksari Resort usually coordinates vendors through Bali Shuka Wedding so you have a single point of contact for timing, setup, and vendor checks. That means less back-and-forth for you and a smoother day. Think of us as your wedding traffic controller, quietly keeping everything on time.

Floral and Décor

Rice-blessing décor (small ceremonial rice offerings) can line the aisle for a quiet Balinese touch. Natural bamboo-arch styling is a popular ceremony focal point, with soft petals and a gentle fragrance in the air. Ever pictured that moment as you walk toward the altar? Pure bliss.

Sample vendors and typical costs:

• Sari Bunga Florists – $300-$900 for aisle installations and a bamboo arch.
• Ubud Petal Collective – $150-$450 for compact table arrangements.

Booking lead time for florists is about 6-10 weeks.
Quick line you can drop into a ceremony note: "Rice-blessing décor – 'Small offerings of rice and flowers line the aisle, a quiet, fragrant ritual.'"

Catering and Cuisine

Poolside energy gets an upgrade with a live hibachi station where chefs grill and chat as guests gather. Menus range from classic Balinese plated dinners to plant-based options that still feel local and vibrant. Your palate will thank you.

Typical price ranges:

• Balinese plated menu – $35-$85 per person.
• Live hibachi station (chef + grilling station) – $25-$50 per guest.
• Vegan or plant-based Balinese set – $30-$60 per person.

Sample caterers: Ubud Table Catering, Island Hibachi Bali. Booking lead time for caterers is about 4-8 weeks.
Sample phrasing: "Live hibachi station – 'Chefs grill miso-marinated fish poolside while guests gather.'"

Your private chef awaits.

Photography and Video

Luxury photographers often offer drone footage and pre-wedding scouting to capture the best light and views. Expect a mix of candid and cinematic moments, from the soft murmur of the pool to sunset portraits.

Typical pricing:

• Half-day photographer – $700-$1,500.
• Full-day photographer (ceremony + reception) – $1,500-$3,500.
• Drone footage add-on – $150-$400.
• Videographer (short film edit) – $800-$2,200.

Sample vendors: Kupu Kupu Photography, Layar Films. Booking lead time is 8-12 weeks.
Note on permits and power. Drone footage may require local permits. Aksari and Bali Shuka usually help with permit requests and can arrange an electrician for evening power and lighting needs.

Music and Entertainment

You can choose a soft acoustic guitar for the aisle, a full Balinese gamelan (traditional Balinese percussion ensemble) for ceremony atmosphere, or a DJ for dancing under the stars. Mix and match to suit your vibe.

Typical costs:

• Acoustic guitarist (ceremony) – $150-$350.
• Balinese gamelan band (ceremony or short set) – $300-$800.
• DJ (evening set) – $250-$700.
• Sound system and lighting rental – $200-$800.

Sample vendors: Ubud Gamelan Collective, Echo DJ Bali. An on-site electrician may be needed for larger sound and lighting setups. Book electrician support 2-3 weeks before the event.

Amenity	Sample Vendor	Typical Price Range	Booking Lead Time
Floral & décor (bamboo arch, rice-blessing)	Sari Bunga Florists, Ubud Petal Collective	$150-$900	6-10 weeks
Catering (Balinese menu, live hibachi)	Ubud Table Catering, Island Hibachi Bali	$25-$85 per person	4-8 weeks
Photography & drone	Kupu Kupu Photography, Layar Films	$700-$3,500 plus $150-$400 drone	8-12 weeks
Music (gamelan, acoustic, DJ)	Ubud Gamelan Collective, Echo DJ Bali	$150-$800	2-6 weeks

Visual inspiration and decor styles for intimate wedding venue Ubud

Picture your vows framed by a living wall of ferns and palms, the soft rustle of leaves, a ribbon of morning mist, and rice terraces (stepped fields that blush gold at sunrise) as your backdrop. The air smells faintly of frangipani (the sweet, waxy Bali flower) and warm earth. Pure bliss.

Photo galleries often show those quiet green platforms where light filters through leaves and your portraits look like private paintings. Ever pictured the two of you on a narrow terrace while the valley wakes? That kind of natural drama barely needs anything extra.

Poolside evenings set a different mood: low candlelight under a bamboo pergola, lanterns gently swinging above long farm tables, and a pool turned mirror for hanging florals. Floating floral platforms on lotus ponds (water gardens dotted with lotus flowers) make a show-stopping focal point. An orchid-dripped aisle (Balinese floral design with orchids and frangipani) offers a soft, fragrant welcome as guests take their places.

By the way, check photo gallery call-outs for ideas. Small touches, clustered lanterns, woven runners, a few sprigs of simple greenery, can add big, romantic moments that feel effortless and true.

Real experiences: testimonials of intimate wedding venue Ubud

Real guest reviews tell you what the day actually felt like, not just what it looked like. They capture timing, warmth, and the little comforts that matter when you want a calm, private celebration , the soft murmur of the private pool, the warm scent of frangipani (sweet tropical flowers).

"Before their wedding, Sasha and Lee thought they'd be lost in logistics, but the villa's hush made everything easy."

"The setting felt private even with our group. Villa nights became a honeymoon extension."

Real couples say

• 25 minutes from central Ubud made guest travel simple – Sasha & Lee, 2023
• Heated pools and outdoor bathtubs turned evenings into a slow, private retreat – Sasha & Lee, 2023
• A personal wedding assistant handled timing and last-minute fixes so we could relax – Maya & Arjun, 2022
• Micro celebration under 20 guests felt intimate and carefully paced; boutique planners kept things gentle – Nina & Tom, 2024

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Map and logistics for intimate wedding venue Ubud

If you’re flying into Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar airport), plan on about 90 minutes to reach most intimate venues around Ubud. Traffic can stretch that time, especially in the mornings and late afternoons. Ever dreamed of guests arriving calm and smiling? Booking smart makes that happen.

Private transfers are the easiest choice for groups. A meet-and-greet driver, help with luggage, and a direct drop-off take the fuss out of arrival and get everyone settled faster.

Shuttle services and metered taxis work well for smaller parties, though travel times can vary with traffic. For multi-day stays, book your transfers a week or two ahead to keep things calm and predictable.

Local lodging clusters include central Ubud, Tegalalang (famous for rice terraces , stepped fields that glow emerald at sunrise), Sayan, and Penestanan. You’ll find everything from cozy boutique homestays to luxury private villas.

Many private villas have limited parking or narrow access lanes, so check vehicle size and guest drop-off points with the venue before you finalize transport. I always tell couples to confirm this early , it saves last-minute juggling.

For groups, a private shuttle service or a coordinated taxi list makes guest movements simple and relaxed. Pure bliss.

A map image is embedded here to show driving routes, recommended pickup spots, and nearby accommodation clusters.

Final Words

Pick the setting that feels right: Aksari’s riverside ceremony, a private villa for poolside vows, or a yoga shala for fewer than 20 guests.

We walked through packages from about $2,000 to $10,000, typical inclusions like decor, catering, photography, and local music, and vendor options from orchid arches to drone shots.

Booking tip: April–October is busy, so reserve 6–12 months ahead. Steps are simple: choose a date, contact a coordinator, pay a deposit, confirm lodging.

When you’re ready, Villa Amrita will help you lock in the perfect intimate wedding venue ubud and make the day calm, joyful, and unforgettable.

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