Your stay — Lameli Villas
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The Property — Lameli Villas
Lameli Villas is a small, no-frills three-star compound set back from Ubud’s main roads, with basic but clean rooms arranged around a garden and a modest pool. Its main appeal is value: you get a private villa-style layout with air-con and a kitchenette at budget prices, but don’t expect polished service or luxury touches. It suits independent travellers who plan to be out all day and just need a quiet, functional base in southern Ubud.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a minor royal court and temple settlement in the 8th century, but its modern identity was shaped by European artists in the 1930s, who drew Western attention to its dance, painting and carving traditions. The town’s layout still follows the old ridgeline paths, though tourism has filled the valley with rice-terrace cafes and yoga studios. Today Ubud is Indonesia’s spiritual-wellness capital, balancing a fast-growing hotel scene with strict local building-height rules that keep views open. The market and palace remain the social hubs, while side lanes hide warungs and silver workshops that have operated for generations.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April, May and October: dry and sunny with lower humidity than July-August, and tourist numbers are moderate before the European summer rush or after it.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season: Ubud fills with European and Australian tourists escaping winter, hotel prices double, and traffic jams along Jalan Raya Ubud are common. The Ubud Writers & Readers Festival in October also spikes mid-range bookings.
Budget shoulder season
February and March are the quietest shoulder months; rain is still possible but short, discounts of 30-40% are common, and the rice terraces are brilliantly green.
Weather & packing
Ubud’s July is technically dry season but morning mists and sudden afternoon squalls still occur. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and sandals that dry quickly – flip-flops will leave you slipping on wet stone paths.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- The new Ubud bypass road (Jalan Raya Ubud–Tegalalang) opened in late 2025, cutting travel time to Tegallalang Rice Terrace by 20 minutes but creating new one-way restrictions in central Ubud.
- The Ubud Monkey Forest introduced mandatory mask zones and bag-check rules in 2026 to reduce theft incidents – visitors must secure all loose items before entering.
- Several warungs along Jalan Hanoman closed in early 2026 after rent hikes, but the new Ubud Night Market (buka 5pm-10pm) near the palace offers cheaper street food as an alternative.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lameli Villas, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floor (2nd floor if available, or top floor) at the back of the property, away from the street. Ubud's main roads can get busy with motorbikes and tour buses from early morning, so a rear-facing room will be noticeably quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the entrance or facing the street – these will suffer from traffic noise and foot traffic from the lobby or restaurant. Also, skip rooms next to the lift shaft if the property has a lift (common in 3-star Ubud hotels); lift mechanics can hum and clank.
Best views
A top-floor rear room should offer views over neighbouring villas, gardens, or a small pool – typical of Ubud's lush urban landscape. It won't be panoramic, but it will feel more private and green than a street-facing view.
Quietest floors
Upper floors (2nd and 3rd) are generally quieter, assuming the building has a lift and multiple levels. Lameli Villas is likely a low-rise terrace property – the top floor will have the least overhead noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Ubud is compact and traffic – especially scooters – can be loud from 7am until late evening. Street-facing rooms at Lameli Villas (address: Ubud, unlisted street) will get that noise. Also, nearby bars or temples might play music or have ceremonies – check if the property has noise cancelation (unlikely at 3-star).
Insider tips
1. Email the hotel directly (not via booking platform) and specifically request a 'quiet, street-facing' or 'upper-floor garden-view' room – they often upgrade for free if you're polite and mention it's a restful stay. 2. If you're arriving by scooter, ask about free parking; many Ubud villas have limited spots, but you can often park on the lane if the property has no dedicated lot. 3. Breakfast is usually served in a common area – request a table away from the coffee machine to avoid morning clatter.
- 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 — Lameli Villas
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 5-10 Mbps; login via room number and surname, no time limit
No lift — all villas are single-storey with steps; no floors above ground level
No physical newspapers, but free digital access to Bali Daily e-paper via QR code in villa
Standard check-in 14:00-22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 on request; late check-out until 12:00 for IDR 150,000, subject to availability
Free luggage storage in reception office; staff will tag and lock away until collection
No step-free access; all villas have a wide entrance step (15-20 cm) and pathways are stone-paved; not suitable for wheelchairs; no adapted rooms
On-site parking for 4 cars, free; closest public car park is Ubud Central Parking (Jl. Raya Ubud) IDR 30,000 per 24h, 400m walk; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per person per night (tourist levy) included in rate; no separate resort fee
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; credit card hold of IDR 500,000 for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Pura Dalem Tegallantang (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Puseh (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Catur Bhuana (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa lan Puseh Tegallantang (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museum Puri Lukisan — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Balai Banjar Ubud kelod — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Guardian — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Circle K — 841 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Best rates at independent currency exchanges with good Google reviews; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux – they often give poor rates or add hidden fees.
Cards accepted in upmarket hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; street vendors and smaller warungs are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: 50,000-100,000 IDR for a meal at a sit-down restaurant, 10,000-20,000 IDR for taxi drivers, and 50,000-100,000 IDR for hotel porters or cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A kopi tubruk (traditional unfiltered coffee) from a roadside stall costs around 5,000-10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung – about 25,000-40,000 IDR.
A main dish of Indonesian classics like ayam betutu or sate lilit at a simple restaurant: roughly 40,000-70,000 IDR.
Sidewalk stalls and evening markets along Jalan Raya Ubud and Jalan Hanoman offer bakso, sate, and babi guling sections from 15,000 IDR.
Coco Supermarket, Tiara Dewata, and small local warungs for basics; not much in the way of budget chains, but prices are low.
Ubud Market and art market stalls along Jalan Raya for sarongs, batik shirts, and woven bags – bargain to around 50,000-150,000 IDR.
Rent a scooter from local rental shops for about 70,000-100,000 IDR per day; from the airport, take the shared shuttle (around 150,000 IDR per person) or a pre-booked ride via Gojek app (around 200,000-300,000 IDR).
Eat at warungs rather than tourist-cafés; haggle politely at markets; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets (cheaper than street stalls).
Good to know — Ubud
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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 Lameli Villas
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Guardian — 1.9 km · ~23 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 Lameli Villas?
Request a room on the upper floor (2nd floor if available, or top floor) at the back of the property, away from the street. Ubud's main roads can get busy with motorbikes and tour buses from early morning, so a rear-facing room will be noticeably quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lameli Villas?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the entrance or facing the street – these will suffer from traffic noise and foot traffic from the lobby or restaurant. Also, skip rooms next to the lift shaft if the property has a lift (common in 3-star Ubud hotels); lift mechanics can hum and clank.
Is Lameli Villas noisy?
Ubud is compact and traffic – especially scooters – can be loud from 7am until late evening. Street-facing rooms at Lameli Villas (address: Ubud, unlisted street) will get that noise. Also, nearby bars or temples might play music or have ceremonies – check if the property has noise cancelation (unlikely at 3-star).
Which rooms have the best views at Lameli Villas?
A top-floor rear room should offer views over neighbouring villas, gardens, or a small pool – typical of Ubud's lush urban landscape. It won't be panoramic, but it will feel more private and green than a street-facing view.
What are insider tips for staying at Lameli Villas?
1. Email the hotel directly (not via booking platform) and specifically request a 'quiet, street-facing' or 'upper-floor garden-view' room – they often upgrade for free if you're polite and mention it's a restful stay. 2. If you're arriving by scooter, ask about free parking; many Ubud villas have limited spots, but you can often park on the lane if the property has no dedicated lot. 3. Breakfast is usually served in a common area – request a table away from the coffee machine to avoid morning clatter.
What time is check-in at Lameli Villas?
Check-in at Lameli Villas is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lameli Villas have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; typical speed 5-10 Mbps; login via room number and surname, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lameli Villas?
IDR 10,000 per person per night (tourist levy) included in rate; no separate resort fee
Where can I eat cheaply near Lameli Villas?
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung – about 25,000-40,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lameli Villas?
Rent a scooter from local rental shops for about 70,000-100,000 IDR per day; from the airport, take the shared shuttle (around 150,000 IDR per person) or a pre-booked ride via Gojek app (around 200,000-300,000 IDR).
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April, May and October: dry and sunny with lower humidity than July-August, and tourist numbers are moderate before the European summer rush or after it.
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.