Your stay — Ima Guest House & Spa
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The Property — Ima Guest House & Spa
Ima Guest House & Spa is a modest three-star hotel in central Singaraja, offering clean, straightforward rooms and a small spa. The lobby feels like a calm, slightly dated retreat from the busy street, with polite staff and the scent of frangipani. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want reliable comfort and easy access to the old town and harbour, without resort frills.
Chronicles of Singaraja
Singaraja was the Dutch colonial capital of the Bali and Lombok islands until 1958, giving it a distinctively different character from the south of Bali. The wide, grid-like streets and faded art deco buildings along Jalan Ahmad Yani date from that era. Today, Singaraja remains the administrative and commercial centre of north Bali, with a multi-ethnic population that includes Balinese, Chinese, and Arab communities. Its economy revolves around trade, fishing, and increasingly tourism drawn to the nearby waterfalls and black-sand beaches. The city has a slower, more authentic rhythm than Kuta or Seminyak.
Best Time to Visit
Full Singaraja guide →Best months
April to June and September to October offer sunny mornings and some rain, with far fewer tourists than the busy southern resorts.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months because of European summer holidays and Australian school breaks; hotel prices across north Bali can rise 20-30% above shoulder-season rates. No major event drives this individually.
Budget shoulder season
April, May, June and September, October are the best shoulder months, with lower rates (often 15-20% cheaper than July) and still-good weather.
Weather & packing
Singaraja has a tropical monsoon climate, but July is dry and sunny during the day while evenings can be unexpectedly cool near the coast. Pack light cotton clothes, a light jacket for evenings, and strong insect repellent.
Live City Briefing — Singaraja
- The main Singaraja–Denpasar coastal road (Jalan Raya Singaraja–Gilimanuk) is undergoing intermittent resurfacing; allow an extra 20-30 minutes for journeys to the west.
- The long-running Lovina beach clean-up programme has improved swimming conditions; turtle-watching season (April–October) continues to attract visitors to the nearby release centres.
- Several new warungs have opened along Jalan Diponegoro offering local dishes like nasi campur siap bangkit, but no major hotel or infrastructure projects have launched for mid-2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ima Guest House & Spa, 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 garden/back courtyard. These are quieter and get better airflow in the humid Singaraja climate.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any ground-floor rooms near the street or lobby — the street (Jalan Raya Singaraja) can get traffic noise early morning, and the reception area can echo. Also avoid rooms directly above the spa due to potential treatment sounds.
Best views
Likely garden or partial mountain views (Batur or Agung) from upper floors on the back side. The front faces the main road, so nothing special there.
Quietest floors
Upper floors — second and third are best. The hotel appears to be low-rise (typically 3 floors for a 3-star in Singaraja), so higher floor = less street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Singaraja's main road (Jalan Raya Singaraja) has motorbikes and small trucks from early morning (5:30am) until late evening. The hotel's own spa may have music or treatment noises during operating hours (typically 9am-9pm).
Insider tips
1. Request a room away from the front road when booking — call directly or note in reservation comments. 2. If you have a car, ask if there's dedicated parking at the back; street parking can be tight and noisy.
- 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 — Ima Guest House & Spa
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, single SSID, no login. Speed averages 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up. No paid tier available.
No lift. All rooms on ground or first floor accessed by stairs; no wings.
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers offered. Property has traditional Balinese garden with small temple structure (Pura) in the house courtyard.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop allowed from 07:00. Late check-out fee of IDR 150,000 per hour until 18:00 (subject to availability).
Free storage in luggage room at reception; self-service with tags.
No step-free access. Two small entrance steps; no ramp. No accessible toilet or shower. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
On-site free parking for 6 cars (first-come, first-served). No valet. Nearest public parking is 800m away at Pantai Lovina lot (IDR 5,000/hour). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no mandatory tourist tax for domestic stays; foreign guests may pay a separate USD 10 entry fee at airport, not collected by hotel)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; incidental card hold of IDR 500,000 at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Buddhist temple (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Puri Ayodya — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Arak — 711 m · ~9 min walk
Perama Tourist Bus Transport — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport exchange counters and tourist bureaux which give poor rates.
Cards are accepted at mid-range hotels, supermarkets, and larger restaurants; street stalls and local warungs are cash-only.
Not expected, but rounding up a bill or leaving 5000-10000 IDR for good service in restaurants is appreciated; taxis and hotel staff will not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of local kopi tubruk at a warung costs around 5,000-10,000 IDR.
A nasi campur or fried rice from a local warung is about 15,000-20,000 IDR.
A main at a simple local restaurant costs roughly 25,000-35,000 IDR.
Singaraja's main market area and the roadside stalls along Jalan Ahmad Yani offer satay, soto, and pisang goreng for 5,000-15,000 IDR per item.
Hypermart and Tiara Dewata are common budget supermarkets in the area.
The Pasar Anyar market has affordable textiles and clothing; for cheap basics, check local shops along Jalan Diponegoro.
Public bemos (minibuses) cost about 5,000-10,000 IDR per short trip; from the airport, take a pre-paid taxi or bus to Ubung terminal then a bemo to Singaraja (total around 100,000-150,000 IDR).
Eat at warungs instead of tourist-facing restaurants; take bemos rather than taxis for local trips; buy bottled water and snacks at minimarkets rather than street stalls.
Good to know — Singaraja
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17968.1 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
SingarajaFor tourists in Singaraja, dial 112 for general emergencies from any mobile phone. The local police station in Singaraja is at Jalan Pramuka; their non-emergency number is +62 362 21012. For medical help, the Buleleng General Hospital (RSUD Buleleng) is at Jalan Ngurah Rai, tel. +62 362 21023. Keep a note of your hotel's front desk number, as staff can often call emergency services faster and explain your location to responders.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Singaraja, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ima Guest House & Spa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) or Kuta → Singaraja Bus Terminal (terminal Banyuasri)
💡 Get the shuttle to Ubung terminal in Denpasar first, then catch a local bemo or bus to Singaraja (around IDR 60,000). From Singaraja terminal, take ojek (motorcycle taxi) to Puspa Rama for IDR 15,000.
Anywhere in Singaraja, or from Lovina Beach → Puspa Rama Hotel, Singaraja town
💡 Works well for short trips around Singaraja town, but less reliable for longer intercity journeys. Meet the driver at a clear landmark (e.g. the big Singaraja statue) as addresses can be vague.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Puspa Rama Hotel, Singaraja
💡 Booking a prepaid taxi at the airport counter avoids haggling. For local trips around Singaraja, use the meter-less blue taxis — agree the fare before getting in.
Denpasar (Ubung terminal or Kreneng) → Singaraja (terminal Banyuasri)
💡 Comfortable, air-conditioned buses with set stops. The route hugs the coast — sit on the left for sea views. At Banyuasri, ask locals to point you toward Puspa Rama (20-min walk, or ojek).
About Singaraja
Wikipedia ↗
Singaraja (Balinese: ᬲᬶᬗᬭᬚ; pronounced [siŋaˈrad͡ʒa]) is a port town in northern Bali, Indonesia, which serves as the seat of Buleleng Regency. The name is Indonesian for "Lion King" (from Sanskrit singha and raja). It is just east of Lovina and is also the centre of Buleleng District, which covers ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ima Guest House & Spa?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the garden/back courtyard. These are quieter and get better airflow in the humid Singaraja climate.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ima Guest House & Spa?
Avoid any ground-floor rooms near the street or lobby — the street (Jalan Raya Singaraja) can get traffic noise early morning, and the reception area can echo. Also avoid rooms directly above the spa due to potential treatment sounds.
Is Ima Guest House & Spa noisy?
Singaraja's main road (Jalan Raya Singaraja) has motorbikes and small trucks from early morning (5:30am) until late evening. The hotel's own spa may have music or treatment noises during operating hours (typically 9am-9pm).
Which rooms have the best views at Ima Guest House & Spa?
Likely garden or partial mountain views (Batur or Agung) from upper floors on the back side. The front faces the main road, so nothing special there.
What are insider tips for staying at Ima Guest House & Spa?
1. Request a room away from the front road when booking — call directly or note in reservation comments. 2. If you have a car, ask if there's dedicated parking at the back; street parking can be tight and noisy.
What time is check-in at Ima Guest House & Spa?
Check-in at Ima Guest House & Spa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ima Guest House & Spa have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, single SSID, no login. Speed averages 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up. No paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ima Guest House & Spa?
None (no mandatory tourist tax for domestic stays; foreign guests may pay a separate USD 10 entry fee at airport, not collected by hotel)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ima Guest House & Spa?
A nasi campur or fried rice from a local warung is about 15,000-20,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ima Guest House & Spa?
Public bemos (minibuses) cost about 5,000-10,000 IDR per short trip; from the airport, take a pre-paid taxi or bus to Ubung terminal then a bemo to Singaraja (total around 100,000-150,000 IDR).
When is the best time to visit Singaraja?
April to June and September to October offer sunny mornings and some rain, with far fewer tourists than the busy southern resorts.
Top Attractions in Singaraja
💡 Free Wi-Fi in the mornings; grab a bowl of bubur injin (black rice pudding) from street vendors nearby.
💡 Ask the caretaker to show you the illustrated manuscripts; donation expected but not required.
💡 Come at sunset when local kids play around the pier; watch fishermen haul in their catch.
💡 The stupa at the top offers panoramic views of Singaraja and the sea; no talking required.
💡 Entry costs about 10,000 IDR (60p). Look for the gamelan instruments in the back room.