Your stay — Byasa Ubud
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The Property — Byasa Ubud
Byasa Ubud is a quiet, mid-range hotel in central Ubud with a small free-form pool and a garden restaurant. It feels like a modest retreat for backpackers and budget travellers who want clean, air-conditioned rooms with local stonework and wooden furniture. The lobby is open-air, tiled, and has the damp, floral scent of frangipani.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a medicinal plant village in the 8th century, later becoming a royal settlement of the Gianyar kingdom. Its architecture is defined by traditional Balinese compounds, carved stone temples, and family courtyards, though decades of tourism have added concrete hotels and yoga studios. The 1930s arrival of Western artists like Walter Spies made it a creative hub, and today Ubud pivots between spiritual tourism, art markets, and rice-terrace treks.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April and October offer reliable dry weather with lower humidity than July, and fewer visitors than August.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is the busiest stretch; Ubud's high season coincides with school holidays and the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival in October's shoulder. Hotel prices in July often double from low-season rates, and streets clog with tour vans.
Budget shoulder season
May and September give you sunny mornings, occasional afternoon showers, about 30% lower room rates, and quieter temples.
Weather & packing
Ubud's microclimate means sudden drizzle even in July's dry season; always carry a compact rain jacket. Pack a sarong for temple visits and reef-safe sunscreen for the pool.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- Ubud's main cross-town junction at Jalan Monkey Forest and Jalan Raya Ubud is undergoing drainage repairs until late 2026, causing traffic reroutes and pedestrian bottlenecks.
- Monkey Forest remains open but entry fees rose to 80,000 IDR (approx £4) in early 2025; visitors should secure bags and glasses from aggressive macaques.
- The new Ubud Creative Hub (a co-work and gallery space) opened on Jalan Bisma in March 2026, adding café overflow seating popular with digital nomads.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Byasa Ubud, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the top floor, away from the lobby and any visible street frontage—likely rooms at the rear or side. Upper floors minimise street noise and offer better air circulation over the treetops.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the ground or first floor, especially those facing the front. The hotel is on a main road in Ubud (Jl. Raya Ubud), so lower floors get motorbike and foot traffic noise, plus less privacy from passers-by.
Best views
Request a room looking over the back garden or pool area, not the street. Jl. Raya Ubud is lined with shops and cafes, so frontal views are mostly of buildings and traffic. Top-floor rear rooms may catch glimpses of the surrounding valley or trees.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are likely the quietest—above the lobby and public areas, but without being exposed to rooftop equipment or direct street level.
🔊 Noise notes
Byasa Ubud sits directly on Jl. Raya Ubud, a busy thoroughfare with motorbikes from early morning to late night. Expect some traffic hum even on upper floors—earplugs advisable.
Insider tips
1) Arrive early for check-in (around noon) to increase chances of securing a high, rear-facing room. 2) If you're a light sleeper, ask for a room on the side away from the breakfast area—it opens around 7am and can be 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 — Byasa Ubud
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby; speed around 10 Mbps; login via room number
No lift — two-storey building with stairs only
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed; late check-out fee of IDR 150,000 until 18:00 (subject to availability)
Free storage at reception on arrival or after checkout
No step-free access — entrance has several steps and no ramp; ground-floor rooms available but bathrooms are not wheelchair-accessible
On-site parking for about 8 cars, free of charge; nearest public car park is along Jl. Raya Ubud, no formal alternative; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Pura Padang Kerta (597 m · ~7 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Taman Sari Temple (606 m · ~8 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa Lan Puseh (622 m · ~8 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura (998 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Puri Agung Peliatan — 276 m · ~3 min walk
Balerung Stage — 406 m · ~5 min walk
Football Field — 2.0 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Maybank — 617 m · ~8 min walk
Kimia Farma — 646 m · ~8 min walk
Vegetables & Fruits Local Market — 382 m · ~5 min walk
Perama — 780 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use authorised money changers in central Ubud or your hotel front desk; avoid airport and street-side booths offering suspiciously high rates.
Cards are accepted in mid-range and up hotels, restaurants, and shops – but many warungs, market stalls, and local transport still want cash; contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: leave small change (5,000–10,000 IDR) at warungs, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff 10,000–20,000 IDR for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a local warung: around 5,000–8,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) at a local warung: 15,000–25,000 IDR.
Main dish like mie goreng or sate ayam at a simple restaurant: 25,000–40,000 IDR.
Evening pasar malam (night market) on Jalan Monkey Forest or near Hanoman: satay, babi guling, and fresh fruit for 10,000–20,000 IDR per portion.
Toko swalayan chains like Coco Mart or Pepito Express for basics; the Ubud Market for fresh produce.
Ubud Art Market on Jalan Raya Ubud – local batik and casual clothes for 30,000–100,000 IDR (bargain hard).
Cheapest is bemo (public minibus) around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from airport take the Tegal Bunder – Ubung – Ubud combination of bemos (25,000–35,000 IDR total).
Always bargain firmly at markets – start at one third of the asking price; eat at warungs away from the main tourist streets for half the price; use free walking routes like the Campuhan Ridge Walk rather than paying for tours.
Good to know — 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 Byasa Ubud
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Maybank — 617 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Kimia Farma — 646 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Byasa Ubud?
Ask for a room on the top floor, away from the lobby and any visible street frontage—likely rooms at the rear or side. Upper floors minimise street noise and offer better air circulation over the treetops.
Which rooms should I avoid at Byasa Ubud?
Steer clear of rooms on the ground or first floor, especially those facing the front. The hotel is on a main road in Ubud (Jl. Raya Ubud), so lower floors get motorbike and foot traffic noise, plus less privacy from passers-by.
Is Byasa Ubud noisy?
Byasa Ubud sits directly on Jl. Raya Ubud, a busy thoroughfare with motorbikes from early morning to late night. Expect some traffic hum even on upper floors—earplugs advisable.
Which rooms have the best views at Byasa Ubud?
Request a room looking over the back garden or pool area, not the street. Jl. Raya Ubud is lined with shops and cafes, so frontal views are mostly of buildings and traffic. Top-floor rear rooms may catch glimpses of the surrounding valley or trees.
What are insider tips for staying at Byasa Ubud?
1) Arrive early for check-in (around noon) to increase chances of securing a high, rear-facing room. 2) If you're a light sleeper, ask for a room on the side away from the breakfast area—it opens around 7am and can be noisy.
What time is check-in at Byasa Ubud?
Check-in at Byasa Ubud is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Byasa Ubud have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby; speed around 10 Mbps; login via room number
Is there a city or tourist tax at Byasa Ubud?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Byasa Ubud?
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) at a local warung: 15,000–25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Byasa Ubud?
Cheapest is bemo (public minibus) around 5,000–10,000 IDR per ride; from airport take the Tegal Bunder – Ubung – Ubud combination of bemos (25,000–35,000 IDR total).
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April and October offer reliable dry weather with lower humidity than July, and fewer visitors than August.
Top Attractions 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.