🇮🇩 Ubud, Indonesia
The Purist Villas and Spa
📍 Tirta Tawar, Ubud
Dein Aufenthalt — The Purist Villas and Spa
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Das Eigentum — The Purist Villas and Spa
The Purist Villas and Spa sits a short walk from central Ubud but feels distinctly apart, with a layout that steps down through tropical gardens to a free-form pool. The lobby is open-sided, so you hear the river below and the clatter of bamboo in the breeze – it’s calm but not hushed, more like a well-run guesthouse that happens to have a spa. The USP is the combination of villa privacy (some with private plunge pools) and a genuinely good spa, which puts it ahead of many three-star options. It suits couples and solo travellers who want a quiet base near town without paying five-star prices, but it’s not for anyone needing a gym, kids’ club or concierge desk.
Chroniken von Ubud
Ubud began as a minor royal court in the 8th century, when the ruling Sukawati dynasty attracted Javanese Hindu priests who blessed the confluence of two rivers – the spot now occupied by the Ubud Palace. The town’s modern identity was shaped in the 1930s when a German artist, Walter Spies, and a Dutch painter, Rudolf Bonnet, set up a cooperative that turned local craftsmen into a global art movement. That legacy stuck: today Ubud is the de facto cultural capital of Bali, with dozens of galleries, dance performances and wood-carving workshops woven into everyday life. The ban on large hotels in the town centre (enforced since the 1970s) has kept the scale human, though traffic on Jalan Raya Ubud is a daily grind. The rice terraces and temples that surround it remain the real draw, and the town’s economy now runs on wellness retreats, yoga and farm-to-table cafes.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Ubud-Guide →Die besten Monate
April, May and September: dry season, bright mornings, low humidity, and fewer tourists than July–August. Rice terraces are lush after the wet season.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by European school holidays and Australian winter escapes. Hotel prices in Ubud roughly double, and cafes fill by 9am. The annual Ubud Food Festival (usually June) and Bali Arts Festival (June–July) add crowds. Book The Purist at least three months ahead.
Budget Schulter Saison
October and November are good budget months: still mostly dry, but rains begin. Hotel rates drop 30–50% from August peak. Crowds thin, and you get quieter temple visits.
Wetter & Verpackung
Ubud’s microclimate means it can rain hard for 20 minutes then clear to hot sun – even in the dry season. Pack a lightweight, packable poncho or a small travel umbrella at all times, plus one long-sleeve shirt for the evening (temperatures drop to around 22°C).
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Ubud
- Road widening on Jalan Raya Ubud near the Monkey Forest junction has caused lane closures through mid-2026; allow an extra 15 minutes for any car journey through town.
- The Ubud Palace night dance performances now require a QR-code booking system (via the official website) due to capacity limits – arrive 30 minutes early or risk being turned away.
- A new direct bus service from Ngurah Rai Airport to Ubud (the ‘Ubud Shuttle’) launched in early 2026, running hourly from 6am to 9pm; it drops at the Ubud Central Market, a 10-minute walk from The Purist.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Purist Villas and Spa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a villa at the back of the property, away from Tirta Tawar lane. Ground-floor units with direct garden access offer more privacy and quieter mornings.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the main entrance and reception – they pick up early check-in noise and passing scooters on the lane. Also skip any upper-level rooms without a garden view if you value a green outlook.
Best views
Look for villas that face the surrounding rice terraces or tropical garden. The lane address faces a local road, so rooms at the rear open onto greenery.
Quietest floors
Single-storey villas – no lift, so all are ground level. The quietest are the cluster furthest from the lane.
🔊 Noise notes
Ubud's Tirta Tawar lane is narrow and used by scooters from early morning (around 7am). Temple ceremonies and neighbourhood dogs can add local soundtrack – pack earplugs if you're a light sleeper.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a villa with an outdoor shower – some have them, and they're a highlight. 2. Breakfast is Indian/Indonesian style and served to your villa; request a set time to avoid cold food.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — The Purist Villas and Spa
Free WiFi, basic 5 Mbps per device; no login, no premium tier
No lift; two-storey villas with stairs only
No physical papers; no digital newsstand
Check-in 14:00; early bag drop 10:00; late check-out fee IDR 350,000 till 18:00
Free, at reception
No step-free access; all villas have stairs; wheelchair assistance not available
On-site free parking for 6 cars; no valet; nearest public car park 'Ubud Central Parking' IDR 20,000 per night; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: Tourist tax IDR 10,000 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; IDR 500,000 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Hindu temple: Pura Dalem Tegallantang (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Puseh (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Catur Bhuana (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa lan Puseh Tegallantang (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Museum Puri Lukisan — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Balai Banjar Ubud kelod — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Guardian — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Circle K — 841 m · ~11 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Change money at authorised exchanges in central Ubud with good rates and no commission; avoid the airport and street-side tourist bureaux where rates are poor and scams common.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, restaurants and shops but many small warungs and market stalls are cash-only; contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: leave 5-10% at restaurants if no service charge, round up taxi fares, give 10,000-20,000 IDR to hotel staff for extra service.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Local warung coffee (kopi tubruk) with sweet condensed milk costs around 10,000-15,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with sides) at a warung runs about 25,000-35,000 IDR.
A plate of mie goreng or nasi goreng at a simple local restaurant is around 30,000-50,000 IDR.
Night markets and roadside stalls along Jalan Raya Ubud sell sate, babi guling, and fresh fruit for under 30,000 IDR.
Super Indo and Pepito are the main budget supermarkets in the Ubud area for basics and toiletries.
Ubud Market and the street stalls on Jalan Hanoman for cheap cotton clothes, sarongs and crafts.
Rent a scooter for around 70,000-100,000 IDR per day; from the airport, take a public bus (TransSarbagita) to Batubulan terminal then local bemo to Ubud for under 50,000 IDR.
Eat at warungs away from main tourist strips; haggle respectfully at markets; drink tap water only if boiled or use a refillable water bottle at a refill station (5,000 IDR per litre).
Gut zu wissen — Ubud
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18099.05 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
UbudWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ubud, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at The Purist Villas and Spa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Guardian — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Ubud Monkey Forest area → Ibunda Inn and Spa, Ubud
💡 Set pickup point to the main road, not the inn's lane – drivers often cancel if they can't find the side street. Cash is fine, but have small bills.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Ibunda Inn and Spa, Ubud
💡 Book through your hotel or Klook for a fixed rate, avoid drivers at the arrivals hall who charge double. Shared shuttle makes a rest stop at a coffee plantation – buy nothing, it's a sales pitch.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Ibunda Inn and Spa, Ubud
💡 Use the official airport taxi counter inside baggage claim – 450k to Ubud is standard. Don't tip extra, the price is fixed. Late-night arrivals add 50% surcharge.
Perama Bus Terminal, Kuta or Denpasar → Perama Ubud stop (Jl. Hanoman), then 10-minute walk to Ibunda Inn
💡 Buy your ticket a day ahead at any Perama office – they sell out. The Ubud drop-off is a 700-metre walk to Ibunda Inn; take a local motorbike taxi (ojek) for 10k if you have luggage.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at The Purist Villas and Spa?
Request a villa at the back of the property, away from Tirta Tawar lane. Ground-floor units with direct garden access offer more privacy and quieter mornings.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Purist Villas and Spa?
Avoid rooms near the main entrance and reception – they pick up early check-in noise and passing scooters on the lane. Also skip any upper-level rooms without a garden view if you value a green outlook.
Is The Purist Villas and Spa noisy?
Ubud's Tirta Tawar lane is narrow and used by scooters from early morning (around 7am). Temple ceremonies and neighbourhood dogs can add local soundtrack – pack earplugs if you're a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at The Purist Villas and Spa?
Look for villas that face the surrounding rice terraces or tropical garden. The lane address faces a local road, so rooms at the rear open onto greenery.
What are insider tips for staying at The Purist Villas and Spa?
1. Ask for a villa with an outdoor shower – some have them, and they're a highlight. 2. Breakfast is Indian/Indonesian style and served to your villa; request a set time to avoid cold food.
What time is check-in at The Purist Villas and Spa?
Check-in at The Purist Villas and Spa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Purist Villas and Spa have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi, basic 5 Mbps per device; no login, no premium tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Purist Villas and Spa?
Tourist tax IDR 10,000 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near The Purist Villas and Spa?
Nasi campur (rice with sides) at a warung runs about 25,000-35,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Purist Villas and Spa?
Rent a scooter for around 70,000-100,000 IDR per day; from the airport, take a public bus (TransSarbagita) to Batubulan terminal then local bemo to Ubud for under 50,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April, May and September: dry season, bright mornings, low humidity, and fewer tourists than July–August. Rice terraces are lush after the wet season.
Top-Attraktionen in Ubud
💡 Haggle firmly but politely – start at 30% of the asking price. Go at 8am before the tour buses arrive. Avoid the stuff sold near the palace, it's mass-produced.
💡 Pop in for 15 minutes between 9am and 5pm when the lotus flowers are open. No sarong needed – they lend them at the entrance for free.
💡 Start from the north end near the Ibah Hotel for a quieter stretch. The walk is about 2km round trip but you can extend onto dirt trails if you want more.
💡 Leave your sunglasses and loose items in your bag. Monkeys will snatch them. Go after 4pm when it's quieter and the light is softer for photos.
💡 Skip the busy main path – take the steep stairs down to the left of the waterfall for a quieter spot to swim. Go early on a weekday to avoid crowds. Bring swimsuit and towel.