Ubud Car Rental

Self-drive car rental in Ubud starts from $18 per day for a compact car like the Suzuki Estilo, up to $32/day for a larger vehicle like the Toyota Innova Reborn. Adding a driver costs an extra Rp 450,000-1,500,000 for a full day (8-12 hours depending on the vehicle), including fuel and an English-speaking driver.

A driver suits first-time visitors who prefer not to navigate Bali traffic; self-drive suits confident drivers wanting full flexibility at a lower cost. Driver service means no navigation, parking, or local traffic rules to worry about, and the driver often doubles as a local guide. Self-drive gives full independence and is more economical for longer stays, but requires comfort with narrow village roads and minimal lane discipline.

Yes, an International Driving Permit (IDP) with a car category is legally required to self-drive in Bali. A standard home-country driving licence alone is not accepted under Indonesian law. Driving without a valid IDP risks a police fine and can invalidate your travel insurance in the event of an accident.

Driver service includes fuel; self-drive rental does not, but includes basic insurance. Entrance fees to temples, waterfalls, and other attractions are paid separately by the traveler in both cases. For driver service, fuel is included along with the English-speaking driver, parking fees, and drinks. Self-drive vehicles are delivered with a full tank and should be returned with a full tank.

Yes, both self-drive and driver-service vehicles are delivered free of charge to any hotel or villa within the Ubud area. Pickup at the end of your rental is also arranged at your accommodation — there is no need to visit an office. Share your exact accommodation pin and preferred delivery time when booking.

You need a valid passport and an International Driving Permit (IDP) with a car category. The IDP cannot be obtained locally in Bali — bring it from your home country before travelling. No security deposit is required; you pay cash on delivery in IDR or USD.

Yes, extensions are usually possible depending on vehicle availability. For driver service, extra hours are charged at an hourly rate — message us in advance so this can be arranged. For self-drive, weekly and monthly rates offer significantly better value than extending a daily rate repeatedly — message us in advance if you may need to extend, so the vehicle can be held for you.

A compact car suits central Ubud, a mid-size car suits day trips, and an MPV or minibus suits families and groups. For central Ubud and narrow streets, the Suzuki Estilo or Toyota Agya is easiest to park. For temple, waterfall, and rice-terrace day trips, the Toyota Avanza or Suzuki APV offers more comfort and luggage space. For families of five to seven, the Toyota Innova or Mitsubishi Xpander provide the most room. Groups larger than seven should consider the Toyota HiAce minibus with a driver.