Cretya Ubud Walk-In Guide: Best Bali Day Club Tips

The Ultimate Bali Bucket List Experience

Infinity Pools, Bali Swings, and Luwak Coffee

All in One Epic Location

My Honest Walk-In Guide to Cretya Ubud

If there's one place that completely stole my heart during my time in Ubud, it has to be Cretya Ubud.

Whenever friends tell me they're heading to Bali, this day club is the absolute first place I tell them to pin on their map.

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It's incredibly popular—not just with international tourists, but with locals too! I visited as a #WalkIn, and if you follow my guide,

you'll learn exactly how to beat the crowds, save serious money, and get those picture-perfect shots without anyone photobombing you.

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So, if your 2026 travel plans include Ubud,

you absolutely need to read this!🙏🏻

1. What Exactly is Cretya Ubud?

Why is it so famous?

📍 Cretya Ubud
Jl. Raya Tegallalang, Tegallalang, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia

📍 Hours: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Located about a 40-minute drive (roughly 6 miles)

from downtown Ubud, this #DayClub is a true jungle paradise.

Our local guide shared a bit of history with us:

This massive property originally started as a traditional #LuwakCoffee plantation.

Recently, major investments transformed it into the luxurious destination it is today,

complete with breathtaking #InfinityPools, upscale #Restaurants, coffee tasting, and iconic #BaliSwings.

It's an incredible renovation!👍🏻

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🔻 Official Website 🔻

Cretya Ubud by Alas Harum

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Who Should Visit Cretya?

✓ Travelers with a tight itinerary

✓ Anyone wanting to knock out all the classic Bali experiences in one spot

✓ Those who prefer a relaxed day over hopping between multiple locations

✓ Independent travelers with flexible schedules

2. Top Things to Do at Cretya Ubud

Seriously, everything Bali is famous for is right here.

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(1) Luwak Coffee Tasting

Try Indonesia's most famous brew!

It's uniquely processed using beans that have been eaten and excreted by the Asian palm civet (luwak),

then thoroughly cleaned and roasted to perfection.

(2) Multi-Tiered Infinity Pools Overlooking Rice Terraces

This is the main reason Cretya has become a mandatory stop

on any Bali itinerary.✨

Even my husband, who usually hates posing for photos,

admitted we *had* to take pictures here. The views are just that stunning.

(3) The Iconic Bali Swing

These dramatic jungle swings are a huge reason

Bali became a viral photo destination.

Cretya operates several swings throughout the property,

making it super easy to get that classic flying-over-the-jungle shot.

(4) Restaurants with a View

There are multiple dining spots scattered around the club,

all offering sweeping views of the lush jungle

and terraced rice paddies.

You can grab a fantastic meal

while soaking in the scenery from almost any seat. :)

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It's no wonder so many tour buses drop off

both international travelers and locals

here every single day.

3. My Ultimate Walk-In Hacks

Booking a VIP daybed at Cretya is convenient,

but reservations start around ~$77.

For a long-term traveler like me, that's a bit steep.

That's why I opted to just walk in.

If you're doing the same, you MUST follow these two rules.

You'll get the best photos during the golden, uncrowded hour

and enjoy the pools in total peace.

✨ Pro Tips ✨

1. Arrive right at opening time. The entrance fee is only 50K IDR (~$3 USD).

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2. As soon as you enter, head straight to the bottom floor and claim a spot in the "Free Site" area.

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🚨 Don't forget to bring your own towel!

If you prefer to book a package in advance,

you can easily do so via Klook!

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Ubud Jungle Club, Mount Batur Jeep & Waterfall Tour - Book on Klook

We arrived just 30 minutes after they opened,

and it was already buzzing with people.

We grabbed our tickets and sprinted to the Free Site area!

Even though it had only been half an hour, we snagged the very last free table.

It fills up incredibly fast!

Once our spot was secured, we immediately went to take photos before the pools got crowded.

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It is breathtakingly beautiful. I totally understand why this is a must-do

for everyone visiting Bali.

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🔻 The pools are even more stunning than videos can capture 🔻

There are gorgeous photo ops everywhere you turn. 👍🏻

Taking pictures when it's packed is super stressful,

so get your shots first thing,

then relax and swim afterward. :)

After our mini photoshoot, my husband and I swam for a solid 30 minutes!

We had a light breakfast of yogurt and drinks by the pool,

then set off to explore the rest of the club.

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[Cretya Poolside Bar Menu]

After leaving the pool area, we followed this route:

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Restaurant ▶️ Luwak Coffee ▶️ Bali Swing ▶️ Statues

We finished exploring and left around 11:00 AM.

(The Bali Swing looked amazing, but I was way too scared to try it!)

Finally, we checked out the massive,

intricate stone statues and various photo zones.

Aside from the pools, the rest of the club doesn't get crazy wait times. Prioritize the pool first, then take your time exploring the rest of the grounds.

By the time we walked out the front gates,

tour buses were pulling up, and the line of people

waiting to get in was absolute chaos.

I was so incredibly thankful

we decided to come early!

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After such a perfect start to the morning,

we headed off to our next adventure: an Ubud waterfall tour! :)

Ubud Jungle Club, Mount Batur Jeep & Waterfall Tour - Book on Klook

If you're planning a trip to Bali,

I highly, highly recommend checking out #CretyaUbud.

Make sure to add this spectacular day club to your

itinerary and experience it for yourself! :)