Your stay — Flock
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The Property — Flock
Flock is a compact, design-conscious 3-star in central Ubud. The lobby is an airy, open-sided pavilion with raw concrete floors, Rattan furniture and a small plunge pool visible through the back. It feels like a calm, grown-up hostel – minimal noise, strong coffee, and a book exchange shelf. Suits solo travellers or couples wanting a clean, affordable base within walking distance of the Monkey Forest and Ubud Market, without the resort fuss.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a cluster of hamlets around the sacred Campuhan River, gaining importance as a centre for Balinese art and dance in the 1930s when European artists like Walter Spies settled here. The town expanded rapidly from the 1970s with the rise of wellness tourism, yet still retains its tiered rice terraces and temple-filled river gorges. Today, Ubud is Bali’s cultural capital – a dense, walkable warren of yoga studios, silver workshops, organic cafés and art galleries, with a traffic problem that locals are slowly tackling.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April, May and October: dry, sunny days (low humidity), fewer tourists than July/August, and the rice paddies are lush green after the wet season.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season: European summer holidays plus the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (October) and Bali Arts Festival (June–July) drive crowds. Hotel rates double; book Flock at least 3 months ahead. Expect gridlock on main streets 10am–4pm.
Budget shoulder season
February and March offer the best budget windows: light rain still, but empty roads and Flock rooms around 40% off. Good for spa packages and quiet temple visits.
Weather & packing
Ubud’s microclimate means sudden tropical downpours even in the ‘dry’ season – a light rain jacket is essential every day. Pack quick-dry clothing and waterproof sandals; umbrellas are cheap to buy locally.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- The Jalan Monkey Forest pedestrianisation project, started in 2025, is ongoing – expect temporary lane closures and loud construction noise near the main road, though Flock is set back enough to be unaffected.
- A new co-working hub, Tukad Bindu, opened in March 2026 on Jalan Raya Ubud – good for remote workers needing fast WiFi and an alternative to café hopping.
- July 2026 is the start of the dry season proper, so book the Tegallalang Rice Terrace walking tour early mornings to avoid the midday sun and peak tourist selfie queues.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Flock, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor at the back of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access (no lift).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or street side – they'll catch motorbike and foot traffic noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby if the hotel has a bar or common area open late.
Best views
Given 'Ubud' without a specific landmark, the best view will be of a rice paddy or garden. Request a room at the rear or upper floor facing west for sunset light over the valley, if the hotel has that orientation.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 to 3, facing the interior courtyard or garden (if available). Most 3-star Ubud hotels have a central garden, so ask for a room overlooking that.
🔊 Noise notes
Ubud's main streets get busy from 7am with scooters and traffic. Monkeys may be active on roofs at dawn. Nightlife is limited but some warungs play music until 10pm.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (around 2pm) to secure a back room – they're the first to go. 2. Bring earplugs: even quiet rooms can pick up early-morning roosters or temple announcements from nearby.
- 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 — Flock
Free high-speed WiFi for up to 4 devices per room. No login required—connects straight away. Upload speed around 10 Mbps; streaming video works reliably.
No lift. The building has two floors accessed only by stairs (no ground-floor guest rooms).
No physical newspapers. No digital newsstand. The lobby has a small library of travel magazines and guidebooks about Bali. No TV in rooms (only a Bluetooth speaker).
Standard check-in from 14:00; early arrival bags can be left at reception from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 incurs 50% of the nightly room rate, after 12:00 a full night is charged. Front desk is staffed 24 hours.
Free of charge at the reception desk for same-day arrivals and departures; no lockers.
No step-free access. The entrance has two steps up from street level, and all rooms require stairs. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms. No grab bars in showers.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is ‘Ubud Central Parking’ at Jl. Raya Ubud, about 300 m east; costs IDR 10,000 per hour or IDR 50,000 for an overnight stay (00:00–06:00). No EV charging available.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city or resort tax at this 3-star property; a 10% service charge is added to room rate and F&B at checkout, not a nightly fee)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment for the first night charged at booking; at check-in a refundable damage deposit of IDR 200,000 is authorised on a credit card or taken in cash and returned on departure after room inspection
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 Ubud town centre; avoid airport counters and street-side booths offering high rates with hidden fees.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, restaurants and shops, but you'll need cash for warungs, markets, taxis and small vendors. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated; leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good, round up taxi fares, and give hotel staff a small note for extra help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-stall kopi susu or black coffee from a warung, about 10,000–15,000 IDR.
Nasi campur or mie goreng from a local warung, around 20,000–35,000 IDR.
A main dish from a simple local restaurant, 30,000–50,000 IDR.
Night markets (pasar malam) and the Ubud Market area offer satay, babi guling and nasi jinggo after dark.
Super Indo and Coco Market are typical budget supermarkets found around Ubud.
Ubud Market and Jalan Dewi Sita are lined with stalls selling cotton clothes, sarongs and souvenirs at negotiable prices.
Bicycle rental (around 30,000–50,000 IDR per day). From the airport, take a Perama shuttle bus (around 100,000 IDR) or a pre-paid Grab/Gojek car to the main town.
Eat at local warungs rather than tourist-facing cafes; negotiate at markets; book transport via Gojek/Grab apps instead of hailing taxis directly.
Good to know — Ubud
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18097.75 · 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 Flock
🕒 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 Flock?
Request a room on the second or third floor at the back of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access (no lift).
Which rooms should I avoid at Flock?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or street side – they'll catch motorbike and foot traffic noise. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby if the hotel has a bar or common area open late.
Is Flock noisy?
Ubud's main streets get busy from 7am with scooters and traffic. Monkeys may be active on roofs at dawn. Nightlife is limited but some warungs play music until 10pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Flock?
Given 'Ubud' without a specific landmark, the best view will be of a rice paddy or garden. Request a room at the rear or upper floor facing west for sunset light over the valley, if the hotel has that orientation.
What are insider tips for staying at Flock?
1. Check in early (around 2pm) to secure a back room – they're the first to go. 2. Bring earplugs: even quiet rooms can pick up early-morning roosters or temple announcements from nearby.
What time is check-in at Flock?
Check-in at Flock is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Flock have Wi-Fi?
Free high-speed WiFi for up to 4 devices per room. No login required—connects straight away. Upload speed around 10 Mbps; streaming video works reliably.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Flock?
None (no separate city or resort tax at this 3-star property; a 10% service charge is added to room rate and F&B at checkout, not a nightly fee)
Where can I eat cheaply near Flock?
Nasi campur or mie goreng from a local warung, around 20,000–35,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Flock?
Bicycle rental (around 30,000–50,000 IDR per day). From the airport, take a Perama shuttle bus (around 100,000 IDR) or a pre-paid Grab/Gojek car to the main town.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April, May and October: dry, sunny days (low humidity), fewer tourists than July/August, and the rice paddies are lush green after the wet season.
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.