Your stay — CIK's Guest House
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The Property — CIK's Guest House
CIK's Guest House is a modest budget stay tucked down a side lane off Jalan Hanoman, Ubud's main tourist drag. The lobby feels like a slightly worn family home: tiled floors, a few rattan chairs, and the faint smell of frangipani. It suits backpackers or frugal travellers who prioritise location over frills — you're a five-minute walk from the Ubud Monkey Forest and the yoga cafés on Jalan Raya. The USP is the low price and the fact that all rooms have private bathrooms and air-con, which isn't guaranteed at this price point in Ubud.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a cluster of hamlets centred around the Pura Taman Saraswati temple in the 8th century, when Hindu-Javanese settlers established the area as a spiritual and agricultural hub. Its name comes from the Balinese word 'ubad' (medicine), referencing the healing herbs and plants grown in the surrounding river valleys. The town's modern identity as an arts and culture centre emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, when European painters like Walter Spies and Rudolf Bonnet set up studios here, drawing local artists into what became the Ubud Artists' Colony. Today Ubud is Indonesia's international wellness destination, balancing a thriving yoga and vegan scene with its original Hindu temple festivals and traditional gamelan performances.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April and September offer dry, sunny days with lower humidity (around 70%) and noticeably smaller crowds than July–August. You'll get clear views of the rice terraces and fewer disappointed looks when you try to book a last-minute Warung Babi Guling table.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are Ubud's peak tourist months, driven by European summer holidays, Australian school breaks, and the Bali Arts Festival (June–July). Hotel prices can double from low-season rates, and Jalan Raya Ubud gridlocks with motorbikes and tour buses.
Budget shoulder season
October and March are the budget sweet spot: rain is still intermittent (usually brief afternoon showers), hotel rooms are 30–40% cheaper than in July, and you'll share the Monkey Forest path with a handful of people, not a queue.
Weather & packing
Ubud's altitude (about 200 metres) keeps it a few degrees cooler than Kuta, but humidity can make it feel sticky. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or foldable poncho — afternoon tropical downpours are common even in the 'dry' season — and bring quick-dry cotton clothes, not denim.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- The main road through Ubud, Jalan Raya Ubud, is undergoing intermittent resurfacing between the market and the palace crossing until September 2026 — allow an extra 15 minutes for any drive through the centre.
- A new direct air route from Melbourne to Ngurah Rai Airport started in May 2026, which is likely to push hotel occupancy higher through July and August.
- The Ubud Night Market (Pasar Malam) on Jalan Goutama has reopened after a two-month renovation with more seated food stalls and better drainage for wet-season rains.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to CIK's Guest House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floor (second or third) at the back of the property, away from the street. These rooms are typically quieter and have a better chance of glimpses over the treeline towards the Campuhan Ridge.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. Ubud's main roads have scooter traffic from early morning until late evening, so these rooms will pick up engine noise and headlight flashes through the curtains.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floor facing away from the main road may offer a partial view of the surrounding tropical gardens or neighbouring rooftops, but do not expect open rice terraces – Ubud is dense and built up.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors (if the building has three). The guest house is low-rise, so top-floor rooms benefit from less foot traffic above and better air circulation.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Jalan Raya Ubud or the narrow lanes nearby. Scooters start around 6am and continue past 10pm. Occasional temple processions or roosters in the neighbourhood can also be loud but are short-lived.
Insider tips
1. Check-in early (around 1pm) to secure a top-floor room before they go. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or ask for a room at the very back – the staff are usually happy to help if you explain noise concerns.
- 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 — CIK's Guest House
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds ~10 Mbps, no login required
No lift; two-storey building with ground floor rooms only; upper rooms accessible by stairs only
No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand service
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged half-day rate (IDR 200,000) until 18:00, after 18:00 full night
Complimentary at reception for same-day arrival/departure; longer storage not guaranteed
Step-free access only to ground-floor rooms; no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms or lifts; narrow doorways
No on-site parking; free street parking nearby (limited, first-come); nearest public car park at Ubud Market, IDR 5,000 per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per person per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for most bookings; a credit card imprint or IDR 200,000 cash hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal (250 m · ~3 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Beji (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Prajapati (480 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa Puseh (550 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museum Pendet — 382 m · ~5 min walk
Open Stage — 155 m · ~2 min walk
Football Field — 566 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank BRI — 449 m · ~6 min walk
Guardian — 670 m · ~8 min walk
MiniMart — 543 m · ~7 min walk
Perama — 832 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid money changers at the airport and in tourist-heavy streets, as many offer poor rates or scams.
Cards accepted at mid-range and high-end hotels, restaurants, and shops; street stalls, small warungs, and markets are cash-only.
Not expected, but appreciated: 5-10% at nicer restaurants, round up taxi fares, and give 10,000-20,000 IDR per bag to hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local warung coffee (kopi tubruk) or iced coffee: 10,000-15,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with small sides) or mie goreng at a local warung: 25,000-35,000 IDR.
Main of grilled fish or ayam betutu with rice and veg at a modest restaurant: 40,000-60,000 IDR.
Night markets like the one near Ubud Market on Jalan Monkey Forest offer satay, babi guling, and fresh fruit juices for 10,000-30,000 IDR.
Supermarkets like Coco Mart and Bintang are common for basics; local pasar tradisional (traditional market) is cheaper for produce.
Ubud Art Market and stalls along Jalan Monkey Forest sell batik, sarongs, and budget cotton clothes; bargain hard to half the first price.
Cheapest is walking around central Ubud; for longer distances, use a motorbike rental (60,000-80,000 IDR/day) or hop on a shared bemo (5,000-10,000 IDR per ride). From the airport, take the Kura-Kura bus (80,000 IDR) or a shared shuttle (150,000 IDR) rather than a private taxi.
Eat at local warungs off the main strip for half the price; use ATMs inside bank lobbies (not standalone ones) to avoid skimmers; skip pricey tourist activities—free rice terraces walks and temple visits exist just outside town.
Good to know — Ubud
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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 CIK's Guest House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank BRI — 449 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Guardian — 670 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 CIK's Guest House?
Request a room on the upper floor (second or third) at the back of the property, away from the street. These rooms are typically quieter and have a better chance of glimpses over the treeline towards the Campuhan Ridge.
Which rooms should I avoid at CIK's Guest House?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. Ubud's main roads have scooter traffic from early morning until late evening, so these rooms will pick up engine noise and headlight flashes through the curtains.
Is CIK's Guest House noisy?
Street noise from Jalan Raya Ubud or the narrow lanes nearby. Scooters start around 6am and continue past 10pm. Occasional temple processions or roosters in the neighbourhood can also be loud but are short-lived.
Which rooms have the best views at CIK's Guest House?
Rooms on the upper floor facing away from the main road may offer a partial view of the surrounding tropical gardens or neighbouring rooftops, but do not expect open rice terraces – Ubud is dense and built up.
What are insider tips for staying at CIK's Guest House?
1. Check-in early (around 1pm) to secure a top-floor room before they go. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or ask for a room at the very back – the staff are usually happy to help if you explain noise concerns.
What time is check-in at CIK's Guest House?
Check-in at CIK's Guest House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does CIK's Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds ~10 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at CIK's Guest House?
IDR 10,000 per person per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near CIK's Guest House?
Nasi campur (rice with small sides) or mie goreng at a local warung: 25,000-35,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from CIK's Guest House?
Cheapest is walking around central Ubud; for longer distances, use a motorbike rental (60,000-80,000 IDR/day) or hop on a shared bemo (5,000-10,000 IDR per ride). From the airport, take the Kura-Kura bus (80,000 IDR) or a shared shuttle (150,000 IDR) rather than a private taxi.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April and September offer dry, sunny days with lower humidity (around 70%) and noticeably smaller crowds than July–August. You'll get clear views of the rice terraces and fewer disappointed looks when you try to book a last-minute Warung Babi Guling table.
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.