In Reply to: Ubud markets??? posted by boris on Saturday, 28. April 2012 at 17:30 Bali Time:
It was my first time to Ubud markets last week. I went to the toilet at the information centre across the road before going into markets (2000rp) but they were clean enough. I found the items to be good quality and the stall holders were very friendly and helpful. My friend said it was very different 7 years ago and she was hesitant in returning. I found everyone to be much nice than Kuta markets where my children were grabbed to go into shops, none of that in Ubud. Yes! it is cramped but no worse than Kuta and yes! in certain parts it was a little smelly and hot but i guess that depends on what you are searching for if you think its worth it. I loved looking at all the arts and crafts so i thought it was fabulous and fascinating. The bargaining was much easier and far more pleasant in Ubud than Legian. Next time i would love to stay in Ubud for a couple of days to look through the many other shops around the markets.