Your stay — Rumah Clara
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The Property — Rumah Clara
Rumah Clara is a modest three-star hotel in Sukawati with a homely, understated feel: think tiled floors, a small pool, and a garden dotted with frangipani. It skews practical—good for budget travellers or those using Sukawati as a base to hit the famous art market and Ubud's outskirts. The lobby is unpretentious, with a worn-in sofa and a friendly desk clerk fanning himself; it’s clean and functional, not stylish. Best for travellers who prioritise location and price over design or luxury.
Chronicles of Sukawati
Sukawati has been a trading and craft centre for centuries, known for gold and silver smithing under the Gianyar kingdom. Its art market, Pasar Seni Sukawati, opened in the 1970s and became a Balinese hub for tourists seeking batik and carvings. The town grew organically along the main road connecting Denpasar and Ubud, with village architecture (walled compounds, thatched bale pavilions) still visible behind newer shops. Today it’s a crossroads community mixing traditional craft villages with modern commerce, avoiding Ubud's full-on tourist intensity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sukawati guide →Best months
April and October offer dry weather without peak crowds; May is also good with clear skies and lower humidity.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak tourist season—packed hotels and higher prices. The Bali Arts Festival (June–July) in Denpasar draws day-trippers, but Sukawati itself stays busy due to Ubud spillover. Hotel prices at Rumah Clara can jump 30-50%.
Budget shoulder season
March and November are budget-friendly shoulder months: showers are short, crowds thin, and prices drop 20–30%. Humidity is still moderate.
Weather & packing
Sukawati has a tropical monsoon climate with a wet season (Nov–Mar) and a drier half (Apr–Oct). Pack lightweight cotton clothes, a rain jacket or umbrella even in June, and sandals that dry fast—afternoon downpours are possible year-round.
Live City Briefing — Sukawati
- The Gianyar regency widened the main Sukawati bypass in early 2026, reducing traffic jams towards Ubud but causing lane shifts near the market intersection.
- Pasar Seni Sukawati reopened after a renovation in late 2025 with better drainage and covered walkways; some stalls are still adjusting prices upward.
- A new direct bus route from Ngurah Rai airport to Sukawati (Trans Sarbagita line 4) started in March 2026, cutting transfer costs to about 15,000 IDR.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rumah Clara, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floor at the back of the property. The upper floor reduces footfall noise from the lobby and parking area, and the back side faces away from Jalan Raya Sukawati, a busy road with scooter and truck traffic from dawn until late evening. Upper-floor rooms also catch more breeze and natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front of the property. Ground floor puts you level with the parking area and entrance steps, where you'll hear guests arriving, departing, and engine noise. The front rooms face Jalan Raya Sukawati directly, so street sounds—especially early-morning traffic and late-night scooters—will be louder.
Best views
The best view is from upper-floor rooms at the back: overlooking the garden or neighbouring compounds with coconut palms and local rooftops. Front-facing rooms look onto Jalan Raya Sukawati's commercial strip—more activity, less character.
Quietest floors
Upper floor (second storey) is quieter overall. The property has no lift, so all foot traffic is via stairs, and more guests stay on the ground floor for convenience, making the upper floor less disturbed.
🔊 Noise notes
Jalan Raya Sukawati is a main road through town, with constant scooter and car traffic from around 6am to 10pm. Occasional trucks and ceremonial processions can add sudden noise. The hotel has no soundproofing mentioned, so street-facing rooms will be audible. Also, there's no bar or restaurant on site, so most noise is from the street and parking area.
Insider tips
1. Parking is first-come, first-served with only 6 spaces. Arrive before 2pm to secure a spot. Otherwise, you'll pay IDR 5,000 per hour at Sukawati Art Market 500m away, which adds hassle. 2. Ask for an upper-floor room at check-in—since there's no lift, fewer guests request them, so they're often available even if the ground floor is full. Also mention you prefer the back side for noise reasons.
- 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 — Rumah Clara
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed adequate for browsing and video calls; no login, direct connect on arrival
No lift; two-storey property with stairs only
No printed newspapers; no digital newsstand. Property is a traditional Balinese compound with open-air common areas and temple shrines
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 for no charge, after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate
Free luggage storage at reception during and after stay
No step-free access; entrance via steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; limited mobility guests will find it difficult
Free on-site parking for up to 6 cars on a first-come, first-served basis; no valet; nearest public car park at Sukawati Art Market (500 m, IDR 5,000 per hour); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax; 10% service charge and 11% government tax included in rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required via booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold at check-in (credit card or cash deposit)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Pura Panti - Sangging Prabangkara (462 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Goa gajah (812 m · ~10 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Yeh Pulu (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Samuan Tiga (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Pura Beji Park — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Setia Darma — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Alfamart — 980 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Authorised moneychangers along Jalan Raya Sukawati give better rates than airport or hotel desks; always count notes and reject worn or torn bills.
Accepted in mid-range restaurants and hotels, but most warungs, markets and small shops only take cash; bring small denominations.
Not expected but appreciated—round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge not included, and tip hotel staff 10,000-20,000 IDR per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk (strong sweet black coffee) or Kopi Susu (iced milk coffee) at a roadside warung: 8,000-12,000 IDR.
Nasi Campur (rice with a few sides) at a warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
Mie Goreng or Nasi Goreng from a local shop or street cart: 15,000-25,000 IDR for a main.
Pasar Seni Sukawati area has morning/afternoon stalls selling babi guling (roast pork) and sate lilit (minced fish satay); eat where locals queue.
Local mini-markets such as Alfamidi and Indomaret on Jalan Raya Sukawati sell basics; larger supermarkets are in central Ubud, 20 minutes away.
Pasar Seni Sukawati itself for cheap sarongs, batik and casual wear—haggle hard; prices often start 50% above fair.
Bemo (minibus) along Jalan Raya Sukawati costs about 5,000-10,000 IDR per short trip; from airport take a pre-paid taxi or Grab-car to Sakawati for around 150,000-200,000 IDR.
Eat at warungs or food stalls instead of tourist cafes; haggle at Pasar Seni Sukawati early in the morning when stock is fresh and sellers are keen; use Grab or Gojek for motorbike rides (around 10,000-15,000 IDR per short hop) rather than tourist taxis.
Good to know — Sukawati
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not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17905.3 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
SukawatiFor foreign tourists in Sukawati, also call the Bali Tourism Police at 0361-224111 or Indonesian SOS at 112. For local hospitals, try RS Kenak Medika (0361-9291000).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sukawati, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Rumah Clara
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Rumah Clara → Sukawati Market / Central Sukawati
💡 Bemos are cheap but run erratic routes—flag one down on the main road. For door-to-door, use the Gojek or Grab app (set to 'motor' for 5k-10k IDR to the market). Cash only for bemos.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Rumah Clara, Sukawati
💡 Use the official airport taxi counter inside the arrivals hall. Avoid drivers who approach you outside—they often double the price. Pre-book a Grab or Gojek if you have data, it’s roughly 120k-150k IDR.
Rumah Clara → Ubud / Uluwatu / Anywhere in Bali
💡 Hire through Rumah Clara’s recommended driver—local and no commission. Common rate is 400k IDR for 8 hours (excluding petrol) for a car. Pay in cash at the end. Don’t haggle too hard; they rely on tips.
Sukawati Bus Stop (along Jl. Raya Sukawati) → Denpasar (Batubulan Terminal or Kreneng)
💡 This is a proper air-conditioned bus—rare for Bali. It’s reliable for getting to Denpasar cheaply but stops servicing after 9pm. Get off at Batubulan if you want connections north.
About Sukawati
Wikipedia ↗
Sukawati is a district in Gianyar Regency, Bali, Indonesia. As of the 2010 census, the area was 55.02 km2 and the population was 110,429; the latest official estimate (as at mid 2019) is 125,470. The district of Sukawati includes the villages (urban Kelurahan and rural Desa) of Batuan, Batuan Kaler,...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Rumah Clara?
Request a room on the upper floor at the back of the property. The upper floor reduces footfall noise from the lobby and parking area, and the back side faces away from Jalan Raya Sukawati, a busy road with scooter and truck traffic from dawn until late evening. Upper-floor rooms also catch more breeze and natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rumah Clara?
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front of the property. Ground floor puts you level with the parking area and entrance steps, where you'll hear guests arriving, departing, and engine noise. The front rooms face Jalan Raya Sukawati directly, so street sounds—especially early-morning traffic and late-night scooters—will be louder.
Is Rumah Clara noisy?
Jalan Raya Sukawati is a main road through town, with constant scooter and car traffic from around 6am to 10pm. Occasional trucks and ceremonial processions can add sudden noise. The hotel has no soundproofing mentioned, so street-facing rooms will be audible. Also, there's no bar or restaurant on site, so most noise is from the street and parking area.
Which rooms have the best views at Rumah Clara?
The best view is from upper-floor rooms at the back: overlooking the garden or neighbouring compounds with coconut palms and local rooftops. Front-facing rooms look onto Jalan Raya Sukawati's commercial strip—more activity, less character.
What are insider tips for staying at Rumah Clara?
1. Parking is first-come, first-served with only 6 spaces. Arrive before 2pm to secure a spot. Otherwise, you'll pay IDR 5,000 per hour at Sukawati Art Market 500m away, which adds hassle. 2. Ask for an upper-floor room at check-in—since there's no lift, fewer guests request them, so they're often available even if the ground floor is full. Also mention you prefer the back side for noise reasons.
What time is check-in at Rumah Clara?
Check-in at Rumah Clara is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Rumah Clara have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed adequate for browsing and video calls; no login, direct connect on arrival
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rumah Clara?
None (no separate city tax; 10% service charge and 11% government tax included in rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Rumah Clara?
Nasi Campur (rice with a few sides) at a warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rumah Clara?
Bemo (minibus) along Jalan Raya Sukawati costs about 5,000-10,000 IDR per short trip; from airport take a pre-paid taxi or Grab-car to Sakawati for around 150,000-200,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Sukawati?
April and October offer dry weather without peak crowds; May is also good with clear skies and lower humidity.
Top Attractions in Sukawati
💡 Check the noticeboard outside for impromptu gamelan or dance rehearsals—often open to watch. Bring small notes for donations.
💡 Visit just before sunset for cooler light and fewer people. Respect ongoing ceremonies—ask before entering inner courtyards.
💡 Wear a sarong and sash—available to borrow at the entrance. Combine with a walk through the adjacent rice fields.
💡 Go before 9am for the best selection and less crowds. Park at the western entrance to avoid the main traffic.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes—paths can be slippery after rain. Bring water; no vendors along the route.