🇮🇩 Ubud, Indonesia
Gogo Backpackers House
📍 Raya Pengosekan, Ubud
Your stay — Gogo Backpackers House
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The Property — Gogo Backpackers House
Gogo Backpackers House is a bright, lime-washed hostel on a quiet side street near Ubud’s market. The common area buzzes with solo travellers and couples swapping tips over banana pancakes, and key cards give access to a small plunge pool and basic but clean dorms. It serves the budget conscious who want a social base within walking distance of the Monkey Forest and Ubud Palace, not a quiet retreat. Standing in the tiled lobby, with notice boards plastered with yoga schedules and rice-terrace tours, you know you’re in a classic backpacker hub.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a cluster of temple and guild villages centred on Pura Puseh, its oldest shrine, and grew as a royal seat under the Sukawati dynasty in the 18th century. Artists from Europe and Java arrived in the 1930s, shaping the town’s reputation as a painter’s paradise; the Puri Lukisan Museum dates from this era. By the 2000s, wellness tourism exploded, turning former rice paddies into a sprawl of vegan cafes, yoga studios and high-end resorts. Today Ubud balances a gritty, congested main street with a deep legacy of craft and ritual that still defines its identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April and September are ideal: clear skies, lower humidity, and far fewer tourists than July or August. May also works well, with lush greenery after the rainy season.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are Ubud’s busiest months, coinciding with European summer holidays and the Bali Arts Festival (June–July). Hotel prices can jump 30–50% over the low season. Christmas and New Year draw a second peak, driven by beach-and-culture holidaymakers.
Budget shoulder season
February and March offer good value: still wet in mornings, but afternoons often clear up, and crowds thin out. October is another shoulder month – drier than February – with discounts common before the December rush.
Weather & packing
Bali’s climate flips quickly from downpour to blazing sun, especially in the transitional months. Pack a lightweight rain shell or travel umbrella, plus a sarong for temple visits – you will need it even on a sunny day.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- Ubud’s main road (Jalan Raya Ubud) sees partial weekend closures for the pedestrianisation trial now extended until December 2026 – check local traffic notices or use a scooter to bypass the jam.
- The new Ubud Creative Hub opens in July 2026 near the market, hosting a weekly artisan night market and co-working space; free entry Fridays.
- July 2026 coincides with the peak of the Bali Arts Festival (through to late July), so expect daytime parades and evening performances that can cause traffic along Jalan Raya – plan around 4–8pm closures.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Gogo Backpackers House, 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/pool (away from Raya Pengosekan). These floors are high enough to catch a breeze but low enough for quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground floor facing the street (Raya Pengosekan) — traffic and scooter noise starts early and runs late. Also avoid rooms near the communal kitchen or reception if you want to sleep past 7am.
Best views
Garden-side rooms on upper floors overlook the pool and tropical vegetation, not the road. Street-side rooms are only car parks and passing scooters.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are generally quietest, especially garden-facing rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
Raya Pengosekan is a busy main road in Ubud with constant scooter traffic from 6am to midnight. The property has no soundproofing beyond standard glass. Morning temple ceremonies nearby can also carry.
Insider tips
Ask for a garden-view room on floor 2 or 3 at booking — these are quieter than street-facing. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queueing; the small reception can get backed up with groups.
- 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 — Gogo Backpackers House
Free WiFi throughout, medium speed (around 10 Mbps down), no login – just connect. Occasionally drops during peak evening hours.
No lift; property is a two-storey building with stairs only.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. A small communal bookshelf with second-hand travel guides and novels.
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Standard check-out 12:00; late check-out until 16:00 costs 50,000 IDR per person (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage in a locked room for day guests or early arrivals.
No step-free access; main entrance has a small step, and all rooms are up one flight of stairs. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site parking. Free street parking along Raya Pengosekan is first-come, first-served; often full by late afternoon. Nearest public car park is at Ubud Market (10 min walk), 10,000 IDR per hour or 50,000 IDR overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in for cash deposits, but card users may see a 50,000 IDR pre-authorisation.
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 best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau money changers — many advertise high rates but add fees or use bad rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; small warungs, markets, and local transport are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fare, leave 5-10% for good service at restaurants, and 10k-20k IDR for hotel staff who help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi (sweet black coffee) or iced coffee at a simple street-side stall costs about 5,000-10,000 IDR.
A filling nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) from a local warung runs 20,000-30,000 IDR.
A main dish like mie goreng or a simple local curry at an everyday eatery is around 25,000-40,000 IDR.
Along Jalan Raya Pengosekan, evening food carts and small stalls sell satay, fried noodles, and babi guling for very low prices.
Coco Supermarket and Kawan Baru are the common budget supermarkets nearby.
Ubud Art Market and the stalls along Jalan Raya Ubud offer cheap cotton clothes and sarongs; bargaining is standard.
The cheapest way around locally is walking; for longer distances, use a motorbike taxi via app (e.g. Gojek) at around 5,000-10,000 IDR per km. From the airport, take a pre-paid taxi (about 200,000 IDR) or a shuttle bus.
Eat at local warungs, not tourist restaurants. Bargain hard at markets (start at 30-40% of asking price). Fill a reusable water bottle at your accommodation to avoid buying plastic bottles.
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 Gogo Backpackers 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 Gogo Backpackers House?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the garden/pool (away from Raya Pengosekan). These floors are high enough to catch a breeze but low enough for quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Gogo Backpackers House?
Avoid any room on the ground floor facing the street (Raya Pengosekan) — traffic and scooter noise starts early and runs late. Also avoid rooms near the communal kitchen or reception if you want to sleep past 7am.
Is Gogo Backpackers House noisy?
Raya Pengosekan is a busy main road in Ubud with constant scooter traffic from 6am to midnight. The property has no soundproofing beyond standard glass. Morning temple ceremonies nearby can also carry.
Which rooms have the best views at Gogo Backpackers House?
Garden-side rooms on upper floors overlook the pool and tropical vegetation, not the road. Street-side rooms are only car parks and passing scooters.
What are insider tips for staying at Gogo Backpackers House?
Ask for a garden-view room on floor 2 or 3 at booking — these are quieter than street-facing. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queueing; the small reception can get backed up with groups.
What time is check-in at Gogo Backpackers House?
Check-in at Gogo Backpackers House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Gogo Backpackers House have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, medium speed (around 10 Mbps down), no login – just connect. Occasionally drops during peak evening hours.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Gogo Backpackers House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Gogo Backpackers House?
A filling nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) from a local warung runs 20,000-30,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Gogo Backpackers House?
The cheapest way around locally is walking; for longer distances, use a motorbike taxi via app (e.g. Gojek) at around 5,000-10,000 IDR per km. From the airport, take a pre-paid taxi (about 200,000 IDR) or a shuttle bus.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April and September are ideal: clear skies, lower humidity, and far fewer tourists than July or August. May also works well, with lush greenery after the rainy 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.