Your stay — Labak River Hotel
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The Property — Labak River Hotel
The Labak River Hotel sits on the edge of the Campuhan River gorge, a low-key three-star with a carved-stone entrance, open-sided lobby and the constant white noise of water below. Balinese-style cottages with terrazzo floors and outdoor showers cluster around a freeform pool that looks straight into the jungle. It’s for travellers who want river views and a genuine Ubud village feel without the frills of the five-star resorts. Standing in the lobby, you smell frangipani and damp earth; the air is cooler here than up on the main road.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a medicinal-plant gathering ground in the 8th century, its name derived from the Balinese word ‘ubad’ (medicine). It grew into a royal centre under the Sukawati dynasty, whose 19th-century palaces still frame the town square. The 1930s arrival of European artists — Walter Spies, Rudolf Bonnet — turned it into an expat art colony; their influence persists in the dozens of galleries and Ubud’s annual writers’ festival. Today, Ubud is Bali’s cultural nexus, straddling tourist commerce and living tradition: temple odalan processions pass smoothie-bowl cafés, and rice terraces begin 500 metres from the market.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April and September: dry-season bookends with lower humidity, clear mornings for Tegallalang walks, and rice-harvest green in the paddies. Crowds are thin enough to get a pool lounger at Labak.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: peak European summer holidays. Ubud fills with yoga retreats and family groups; the Ubud Village Jazz Festival (mid-August) adds night-time buzz. Hotel prices spike 40–60%, and Labak River Hotel’s garden rooms book out months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
October and February: October slips into the wet season but still gets sunny windows and low rates. February has the quietest streets and 30–50% discounts on B&Bs, though expect afternoon downpours.
Weather & packing
Ubud’s microclimate makes it rain in the afternoon even in the dry season — it’s inland and surrounded by volcanoes. Pack a light waterproof jacket or an umbrella every single day, not just during monsoon.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- Ubud’s main road (Jl Raya Ubud) now has CCTV-enforce no-stopping zones from Monkey Forest to the palace — taxis must pull into designated bays; traffic flows are slightly better since January 2026.
- The Campuhan Ridge Walk re-opened fully in March 2026 after landslide repairs; the 9 km trail from the temple to Karsa Café is clear and the best early-morning walk in town.
- Heavy rains in April triggered a one-week closure of Tegenungan Waterfall in Gianyar — check for post-repair access updates as flash floods remain a risk until June.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Labak River Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd floor. On a 3-storey building, this avoids the street-level noise of the 1st floor and any lift/pool noise from the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor tends to be quieter in smaller Ubud hotels.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street: Ubud's roads are narrow and busy with scooters, especially near Jalan Monkey Forest. Also avoid any room directly above the lobby or restaurant (often ground floor) due to early-morning kitchen and moped noise.
Best views
Ubud is inland jungle. Request a room with a garden or pool view, not the street. South- or east-facing rooms catch morning light and green views; west-facing rooms get afternoon sun and can be hotter.
Quietest floors
2nd floor (middle floor) – buffers street noise below and roof/utility noise above.
🔊 Noise notes
Ubud's main roads have early-morning temple processions and chanting from local banjars (hamlets), plus roosters from 4am. Even a 3-star on a side lane will get gecko chirps, leaf blowers before breakfast, and the occasional wedding party next door.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 2pm to allow housekeeping to prepare – Ubud's 3-star hotels often have limited staff and rooms may not be ready at noon. 2) Pack earplugs: even quiet floors can't block the temple loudspeakers or passing scooters, which are part of Ubud's daily life.
- 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 — Labak River Hotel
Free WiFi for all guests; speed around 5 Mbps download; no login required
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only
No complimentary newspaper; a few English-language magazines by the lounge fireplace (wood-burning) — a rare feature for a 3-star
Standard check-in 14:00, early bag drop allowed, late check-out until 12:00 for IDR 150,000
Free luggage storage at reception, no time limit
No step-free access; entrance has two steps and internal stairs; no accessible rooms or bathrooms
Small on-site parking for 4 cars free; overflow on street (unregulated, free); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per person per night (Bali tourism levy, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Temple (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa Puseh (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Taman Desa Sayan — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Bali Culture Centre — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Open Stage — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Football Field — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank Mandiri — 418 m · ~5 min walk
Guardian — 540 m · ~7 min walk
Perama — 2.9 km · ~36 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange booths in tourist centres and the airport — they offer poor rates and often hidden fees.
Cards accepted in many hotels and upmarket restaurants, but cash is king for street food, markets, and smaller warungs. Contactless is uncommon outside big chains.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% in restaurants if service charge isn't included, and give 10,000-20,000 IDR to hotel staff for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk or iced coffee from a warung: around 10,000-15,000 IDR.
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung: 20,000-30,000 IDR.
A simple Indonesian main like ayam betutu or tempeh dish at a warung: 30,000-50,000 IDR.
Jalan Hanoman and the area around the Ubud Market have many cheap warung and street stalls; look for busy places with locals for the best value.
Supermarkets like Bintang Supermarket and Coco Market are common for basics; local pasar tradisional (traditional market) near the palace sells fresh produce and spices.
Ubud Market (Pasar Seni) offers casual clothes, sarongs, and batik; negotiate hard and expect to pay 50,000-150,000 IDR for a cotton top or scarf.
Walking is free and best for central Ubud; bicycle rentals from 30,000-50,000 IDR/day are the cheapest local transport. From the airport, take a Perama shuttle bus (about 100,000 IDR) or a shared taxi (around 300,000 IDR) — avoid airport taxis which overcharge.
Eat at warungs outside the main tourist drag (Jalan Raya Ubud) for half the price. Buy water in bulk from supermarkets, not corner shops. Haggle at the market but be fair — don't lowball craft sellers.
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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 Labak River Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank Mandiri — 418 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Guardian — 540 m · ~7 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 Labak River Hotel?
Request a room on the 2nd floor. On a 3-storey building, this avoids the street-level noise of the 1st floor and any lift/pool noise from the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor tends to be quieter in smaller Ubud hotels.
Which rooms should I avoid at Labak River Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street: Ubud's roads are narrow and busy with scooters, especially near Jalan Monkey Forest. Also avoid any room directly above the lobby or restaurant (often ground floor) due to early-morning kitchen and moped noise.
Is Labak River Hotel noisy?
Ubud's main roads have early-morning temple processions and chanting from local banjars (hamlets), plus roosters from 4am. Even a 3-star on a side lane will get gecko chirps, leaf blowers before breakfast, and the occasional wedding party next door.
Which rooms have the best views at Labak River Hotel?
Ubud is inland jungle. Request a room with a garden or pool view, not the street. South- or east-facing rooms catch morning light and green views; west-facing rooms get afternoon sun and can be hotter.
What are insider tips for staying at Labak River Hotel?
1) Check in after 2pm to allow housekeeping to prepare – Ubud's 3-star hotels often have limited staff and rooms may not be ready at noon. 2) Pack earplugs: even quiet floors can't block the temple loudspeakers or passing scooters, which are part of Ubud's daily life.
What time is check-in at Labak River Hotel?
Check-in at Labak River Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Labak River Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; speed around 5 Mbps download; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Labak River Hotel?
IDR 10,000 per person per night (Bali tourism levy, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Labak River Hotel?
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung: 20,000-30,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Labak River Hotel?
Walking is free and best for central Ubud; bicycle rentals from 30,000-50,000 IDR/day are the cheapest local transport. From the airport, take a Perama shuttle bus (about 100,000 IDR) or a shared taxi (around 300,000 IDR) — avoid airport taxis which overcharge.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April and September: dry-season bookends with lower humidity, clear mornings for Tegallalang walks, and rice-harvest green in the paddies. Crowds are thin enough to get a pool lounger at Labak.
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.