Your stay — Ubud Cottages
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The Property — Ubud Cottages
Ubud Cottages feels like a colonial-era rest stop tucked into Malang’s northern hills. The lobby is open-air, tiled and cool, with a small fish pond and rattan sofas where staff bring you sweet ginger tea on arrival. It’s a solid three-star: clean, quiet and leafy, but the rooms are simple and the breakfast buffet limited. This hotel suits travellers who want a calm base near Batu’s apple orchards and theme parks, not luxury seekers.
Chronicles of Malang
Malang began as a 10th-century Hindu kingdom under King Mpu Sindok, then grew as a Dutch colonial administrative hub in the 19th century. The Dutch built wide boulevards and art deco villas, many still standing around Jalan Ijen. After independence, Malang became a university city, earning its nickname ‘the Paris of East Java’ for the European-style park squares and café culture. Today it’s known for its cool climate, apple farms and as the gateway to Mount Semeru and Bromo. The city’s identity is a quiet blend of Javanese tradition, Dutch architecture and student energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Malang guide →Best months
June, July, August — the dry season brings blue skies, low humidity and the annual Malang Flower Festival in June. Temperatures stay 20–25°C, perfect for exploring the city and hills without rain interruptions.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak for domestic tourism, especially school holidays (mid-June to mid-July). Hotel prices in Malang and Batu jump 30–50% above off-season. The Batu Night Spectacular and Jatim Park draw families from Surabaya and Jakarta.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best budget shoulders. May is still dry but pre-peak; September sees dropping crowds and hotel discounts of 20–30%. Both have milder temperatures (22°C highs) and fewer road jams.
Weather & packing
Malang sits at 500m altitude, so evenings drop to 18°C even in July — pack a light jacket or cardigan. Rain can still appear as short afternoon showers in the dry season; always carry a compact umbrella.
Live City Briefing — Malang
- The new Malang Light Rail Transit (LRT) line from Malang Station to Batu is expected to open by June 2026, cutting travel time from 45 minutes by car to roughly 15 minutes — check its status upon arrival.
- Jalan Ijen heritage district has started a weekend pedestrianisation trial (Fridays 6–9pm), closing the road to cars for street food stalls and live music.
- The 2026 Malang Flower Festival runs 28–30 June at Alun-Alun Kota, three days of parades and flower floats that will close several central streets — book parking outside the city centre in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ubud Cottages, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor, facing the interior garden courtyard away from the main road. These rooms are quietest and have a view of the tropical foliage at Ubud Cottages.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms; they are near the lobby and communal areas, where foot traffic and early morning breakfast prep can be disruptive. Also avoid rooms directly on the Jalan Raya Ubud side if possible.
Best views
Rooms facing the interior garden courtyard offer greenery and a bit of tropical vibe; those facing the street see local traffic and motorcycles.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 are the quietest; the top floor may be quieter but there's no lift, so request lower if stairs are a concern.
🔊 Noise notes
Malang's Jalan Raya Ubud is a busy local road with scooter traffic from early morning till late evening. The hotel's garden side is much quieter. Occasional mosque calls may be audible depending on direction.
Insider tips
1. Parking is tight – call ahead if driving. 2. For a room with a balcony, request 'cottage-style' units at check-in; not guaranteed but worth asking.
- 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 Facilities — Ubud Cottages
Free WiFi for all guests in rooms and common areas; typical speed 10 Mbps download via one-time password at check-in
No lift; property is single-storey cottages with stairs only to upper-level garden villa
No digital newsstand; physical Javanese daily newspaper (Jawa Pos) in lobby only; no heritage quirks—standard hotel building from 1990s
Check-in 14:00 (bag drop available from 10:00); standard check-out 12:00, late check-out until 16:00 for IDR 75,000 (subject to availability)
Complimentary luggage storage at front desk for same-day arrivals/departures
No step-free access; entrance has two steps, most cottages have a small step into room; no wheelchair-accessible rooms
Free on-site parking for about 10 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park is Gelora Pancasila parking (IDR 5,000 per hour, 500 metres east); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per person per night (mandatory, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: IDR 50,000 cash deposit or card pre-authorisation of IDR 100,000 for incidentals upon check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Muhajirin YIM (38 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: Mushola Al Ikhlas (355 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Tarbiyatul Hidayah (393 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Manarul Huda (598 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Transmart — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Gazebo Raden Wijaya — 402 m · ~5 min walk
Museum Reenactor Ngalam — 640 m · ~8 min walk
A19 Open Learning Space — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Taman Bermain Taman Agung — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
CIMB Niaga — 122 m · ~2 min walk
Apotek UMM Medical Center — 339 m · ~4 min walk
Metro Swalayan 1 — 54 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid money changers at the airport or tourist bureaux, which give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards accepted in hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops, but smaller warungs and markets are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: leave 5-10% in restaurants if service charge isn't added, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff 10,000-20,000 IDR for carrying bags or cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of local robusta kopi tubruk from a street-side warung kopi costs around 5,000-10,000 IDR.
Nasi padang (rice with various side dishes) from a local warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
Mie ayam (chicken noodle soup) or soto ayam (chicken soup) from a street stall: 15,000-20,000 IDR for a main.
Jalan Basuki Rahmat area near Tugu Malang has evening street food vendors; also the food stalls at Alun-Alun Merdeka park.
Hypermart or Superindo are common budget supermarket chains in Malang.
Pasar Besar market has cheap clothes and batik; also mall outlets like Malang Town Square (Matos) for more variety.
Angkot (public minibuses) cost about 4,000-5,000 IDR per trip; for airport transfers, take the DAMRI bus from Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport to Arjosari terminal for 20,000 IDR.
1. Eat at warung or street stalls for meals under 20,000 IDR. 2. Use angkot or ojek (motorcycle taxi) via Gojek/ Grab app rather than taxis. 3. Bargain at markets but not at warung or fixed-price shops.
Good to know — Malang
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18090.75 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Malang, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ubud Cottages
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · CIMB Niaga — 122 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek UMM Medical Center — 339 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) → Arjosari Bus Terminal (transfer to city bus)
💡 The bus drops you at Arjosari; then take a city minibus (angkot) route LD to Jl. Basuki Rahmat, a 5-min walk from Hotel Santosa. Avoid this route if you have heavy luggage.
Anywhere in Malang city → Hotel Santosa Malang
💡 Use 'Gocar' (Grab) or 'GoRide' for motorbikes; cars cost about 40,000 IDR for a 5-km trip. The hotel entrance is on Jl. Pahlawan, so set the pin at that exact street to avoid driver confusion.
Malang Station (Stasiun Malang) → Hotel Santosa Malang (walk from stasiun)
💡 Only useful if you're already at the train station. The hotel is a 10-minute walk west along Jl. Trunojoyo. Local trains are crowded at rush hour but dirt cheap.
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) → Hotel Santosa Malang
💡 Pre-book via Grab or Gojek app for around 60,000 IDR; counter taxis inside the terminal cost more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ubud Cottages?
Request a room on the second or third floor, facing the interior garden courtyard away from the main road. These rooms are quietest and have a view of the tropical foliage at Ubud Cottages.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ubud Cottages?
Avoid ground-floor rooms; they are near the lobby and communal areas, where foot traffic and early morning breakfast prep can be disruptive. Also avoid rooms directly on the Jalan Raya Ubud side if possible.
Is Ubud Cottages noisy?
Malang's Jalan Raya Ubud is a busy local road with scooter traffic from early morning till late evening. The hotel's garden side is much quieter. Occasional mosque calls may be audible depending on direction.
Which rooms have the best views at Ubud Cottages?
Rooms facing the interior garden courtyard offer greenery and a bit of tropical vibe; those facing the street see local traffic and motorcycles.
What are insider tips for staying at Ubud Cottages?
1. Parking is tight – call ahead if driving. 2. For a room with a balcony, request 'cottage-style' units at check-in; not guaranteed but worth asking.
What time is check-in at Ubud Cottages?
Check-in at Ubud Cottages is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ubud Cottages have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests in rooms and common areas; typical speed 10 Mbps download via one-time password at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ubud Cottages?
IDR 10,000 per person per night (mandatory, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ubud Cottages?
Nasi padang (rice with various side dishes) from a local warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ubud Cottages?
Angkot (public minibuses) cost about 4,000-5,000 IDR per trip; for airport transfers, take the DAMRI bus from Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport to Arjosari terminal for 20,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Malang?
June, July, August — the dry season brings blue skies, low humidity and the annual Malang Flower Festival in June. Temperatures stay 20–25°C, perfect for exploring the city and hills without rain interruptions.
Top Attractions in Malang
💡 Check out the musical fountain show after dark (around 7pm). Bring a mat to sit on the grass.
💡 Go early (before 9am) to avoid crowds and the heat. Bring small change for the donation box at the entrance.
💡 Free entry, but donations welcome. Best in morning when it's cool.
💡 Try the pisang goreng (fried bananas) from the stall at the north gate. Usually under 5,000 rupiah.
💡 Combine with a walk to the nearby 'Miniature Park of Indonesia' (small fee) for more cultural displays.