🇮🇩 Ubud, Indonesia
Nyoman Sandi Guest House
📍 64, Jalan Sri Wedari, Ubud
Your stay — Nyoman Sandi Guest House
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The Property — Nyoman Sandi Guest House
Nyoman Sandi Guest House is a small, family-run compound set back from Ubud’s main roads, with a open-air lobby that smells of frangipani and sounds of the Ayung River below. The rooms are simple Balinese style—carved wood, stone floors, four-poster beds—and the real draw is the jungle-facing pool and the staff who treat you like extended family. It suits solo travellers or couples who want calm, local character without the resort markup; you’re a ten-minute walk from the Monkey Forest but a world away from the traffic.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a fortified village in the 8th century, when the Javanese priest Rsi Markandeya founded a temple at the confluence of two rivers, now Pura Gunung Lebah. It became the seat of the Ubud monarchy in the 19th century, and its royal palaces—Puri Saren Agung, Puri Ubud—drew European artists in the 1930s, sparking the modern Balinese art movement. Today the town is a global hub for yoga, wellness and craft markets, though its original warren of temple-dotted lanes and rice terraces remains intact. The contemporary identity mixes spiritual tourism with serious contemporary art spaces (Neka, ARMA), yet everyday life still centres on temple offerings and cockfight preparations.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April, May and September give you reliable dry weather (around 28-30°C) and the greenest rice terraces, without the December-February rains or July-August crush of visitors.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by European summer holidays and the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival’s satellite events; hotel prices can double, and traffic jams on Jalan Raya Ubud hit a standstill. The underlying cause is simple school vacation timing and favourable dry season.
Budget shoulder season
October and November offer the best discounts—often 30-40% off peak rates—with mornings still sunny and afternoons bringing short, dramatic tropical downpours that clear the crowds.
Weather & packing
Ubud sits at 300m elevation, so evenings can drop to 22°C even in July, which feels cool after the humid heat. Pack a light rain jacket and a pashmina or long-sleeved top for temple visits and dinner on open verandas.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- The new Ubud bypass road (Jalan Bypass Ida Bagus Mantra) opened in late 2025, cutting travel time from Ngurah Rai Airport by about 30 minutes, but it tightens traffic on the old roads near the Monkey Forest; use a scooter or hire a driver for the final few kilometres.
- The Ubud Art Market in the main square has been partially renovated and now includes a covered section for batik and silver, but haggle hard as prices have crept up since the tourist tax was introduced in early 2026.
- Several cafes along Jalan Hanoman have extended their hours to 10pm for the dry season, making evening walks more pleasant—though mosquitoes are still fierce, so pack repellent.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nyoman Sandi Guest House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor at the rear of the building, away from Jalan Sri Wedari. These rooms get less street noise and have a view of the garden or pool rather than the road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. They suffer from direct traffic noise from Jalan Sri Wedari, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
Best views
Rooms at the back overlook the garden or pool, offering a green view typical of Ubud. Street-facing rooms have limited appeal — just the road and passing scooters.
Quietest floors
Second floor is the quietest, as it's above street level and away from any ground-floor common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Jalan Sri Wedari is a main road in central Ubud with constant scooter traffic, honking, and morning market deliveries. The guest house is 3-star, so soundproofing is basic. Expect noise from 7am and again at dusk.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a second-floor room at the rear when booking — these are the quietest and often have a small balcony overlooking greenery. 2. If you arrive by taxi or shuttle, ask the driver to drop you at the alley leading to the guest house rather than the main road; it's easier for luggage and avoids the street noise as you check in.
- 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 — Nyoman Sandi Guest House
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 10–15 Mbps down, sufficient for streaming; no login, just select network
No lift; all rooms are on the first floor accessible by stairs only
No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 at no charge; late check-out until 12:00 (no fee), after 12:00 charged half a night's rate
Free storage in a locked room off reception; open 07:00–22:00
No step-free access; two steps at entrance and stairs to rooms. Not wheelchair accessible
Free on-street parking for 3–4 cars directly in front; nearest public car park is 'Ubud Central Parking' (150 m west) at IDR 10,000 per hour, IDR 50,000 overnight. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a refundable damage deposit of IDR 200,000 is taken as a card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Para Dalem Gede Kutuh (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Dalem Tegallantang (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa lan Puseh Tegallantang (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Puseh (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
House of Lempad — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Balai Banjar Ubud kelod — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
CIMB Niaga — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Alfamart — 493 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Authorised money changers in Ubud centre give fair rates; avoid airport and tourist-bureau exchanges as they mark up by 10% or more.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels, restaurants and larger shops, but many warungs and market stalls are cash-only; contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fare or leave 5–10% at restaurants if service charge isn't already added; small tips for hotel staff fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Warung kopi or street stall: small black coffee (kopi tubruk) around 10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur at a local warung: about 20,000–30,000 IDR for a filling plate.
Main dish at a simple warung or local food court: 30,000–45,000 IDR.
Ubud market area and Jalan Goutama have clusters of evening food stalls (sate, bakso, pisang goreng).
Small supermarkets like K-Market and fresh produce stalls along Jalan Raya Ubud.
Ubud Art Market for batik and casual wear; prices start around 50,000 IDR with bargaining.
Renting a scooter for 70,000–80,000 IDR/day is the cheapest way to get around; from airport, take a shuttle bus (Trans Sarbagita) for 50,000 IDR or shared van for ~200,000 IDR.
Eat at warungs away from main tourist strips for half-price meals; haggle at Ubud Market starting from 30% of the first price; fill reusable water bottle at free refill stations to avoid buying bottled water.
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 Nyoman Sandi Guest House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · CIMB Niaga — 1.4 km · ~18 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 Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
Request a room on the second floor at the rear of the building, away from Jalan Sri Wedari. These rooms get less street noise and have a view of the garden or pool rather than the road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. They suffer from direct traffic noise from Jalan Sri Wedari, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
Is Nyoman Sandi Guest House noisy?
Jalan Sri Wedari is a main road in central Ubud with constant scooter traffic, honking, and morning market deliveries. The guest house is 3-star, so soundproofing is basic. Expect noise from 7am and again at dusk.
Which rooms have the best views at Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
Rooms at the back overlook the garden or pool, offering a green view typical of Ubud. Street-facing rooms have limited appeal — just the road and passing scooters.
What are insider tips for staying at Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
1. Ask for a second-floor room at the rear when booking — these are the quietest and often have a small balcony overlooking greenery. 2. If you arrive by taxi or shuttle, ask the driver to drop you at the alley leading to the guest house rather than the main road; it's easier for luggage and avoids the street noise as you check in.
What time is check-in at Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
Check-in at Nyoman Sandi Guest House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nyoman Sandi Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 10–15 Mbps down, sufficient for streaming; no login, just select network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
Nasi campur at a local warung: about 20,000–30,000 IDR for a filling plate.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nyoman Sandi Guest House?
Renting a scooter for 70,000–80,000 IDR/day is the cheapest way to get around; from airport, take a shuttle bus (Trans Sarbagita) for 50,000 IDR or shared van for ~200,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April, May and September give you reliable dry weather (around 28-30°C) and the greenest rice terraces, without the December-February rains or July-August crush of visitors.
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.