🇮🇩 Ubud, Indonesia
Omah Tabuan
📍 93, Raya Goa Gajah, Ubud, 80582
Your stay — Omah Tabuan
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The Property — Omah Tabuan
Omah Tabuan is a quiet, family-run guesthouse tucked off Ubud’s main drag, offering simple, clean rooms around a central garden and pool. The vibe is more homestay than hotel—think wooden balconies, flowering frangipani, and the sound of roosters at dawn. It suits budget-conscious travellers who prefer calm over convenience: the centre is a 20-minute walk, but a scooter rack and free parking are onsite. Standing in the lobby, you smell incense and hear gamelan from the nearby temple; it feels lived-in, not curated.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a cluster of hamlets centred on the Pura Gunung Lebah temple, growing as a royal seat under the Gianyar kingdom in the 19th century. Its transformation into a creative hub kicked off in the 1930s when Western artists like Walter Spies and Rudolf Bonnet settled here, blending Balinese tradition with European modernism. The town’s architecture remains dominated by low-slung family compounds, shrines, and Hindu ornamentation—not high-rises. Today, Ubud balances overwhelming yoga-and-smoothie tourism with a deep-rooted temple-and-craft culture that still drives daily life. The contemporary identity is split: a place where rice-terrace treks and silver-smithing coexist with co-working spaces and turmeric lattes.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April, May, and September: dry weather (rainfall under 100mm/month), lower humidity, and lighter visitor numbers before/after peak season.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: peak dry season hits its zenith, driving European and Australian families. Hotel occupancy often exceeds 90%, and rates at 3-star properties double from low-season base. The Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (October) adds a pulse but not price spikes; July is pure tourism volume.
Budget shoulder season
October and November: still relatively dry (rain risk rises from late Nov), crowds thin post-August, and room rates drop 30–40%. February is another discount window, though expect afternoon showers.
Weather & packing
Ubud stays 22–30°C year-round, but July evenings can dip to 20°C—so bring a light long-sleeve for dinner outdoors. Packing rule: no denim (traps moisture) and always a rain jacket, even in the dry season; a rogue shower can last 20 minutes then vanish.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- The Ubud Monkey Forest reopened its eastern trail in May 2025 after a year of path repairs; visitors must now store all loose items due to increased macaque theft.
- A new one-way traffic system on Jalan Hanoman started in April 2026 to ease gridlock; check your route if driving, as the bypass road is the only alternative.
- The Tegalalang rice terraces introduced a timed-entry ticket system in early 2026 to control crowds—book your slot at least a day ahead if you plan a sunrise visit.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Omah Tabuan, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor, facing the garden or pool side (away from Raya Goa Gajah). These rooms avoid traffic noise and are quieter than ground-floor ones.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the front of the hotel — they face the main road and suffer from motorcycle and car noise, especially in the morning. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception or restaurant area, as they can pick up chatter and kitchen sounds.
Best views
Ask for a pool-view or garden-view room on the second floor. The front-facing rooms look out onto Raya Goa Gajah, which is busy and not particularly scenic.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (especially garden-facing) are recommended. The second floor is best for low noise and good ventilation.
🔊 Noise notes
Raya Goa Gajah is a main road in Ubud with constant scooter and car traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's entrance and any street-facing rooms will get this noise. There may also be dawn chanting from nearby temples — charming for some, but worth knowing if you're a light sleeper.
Insider tips
1) If you're driving, request parking info at check-in; the road can be tight for turning. 2) Ask for a room on the second floor facing the garden — quieter and cooler, and you'll avoid ground-floor dampness.
- 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 — Omah Tabuan
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) in rooms and lobby; no login required
Ground floor only; no passenger lift. All rooms accessed via stairs (two floors)
No physical or digital newspapers provided. A small library of travel magazines in the lobby
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 incurs IDR 150,000; subject to availability
Free storage in locked luggage room; available 07:00–21:00
No step-free access; entrance has a single step. Ground-floor rooms available but no wheelchair-accessible bathroom. Not suitable for guests with severe mobility issues
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Ubud Central Parking (2 km away) IDR 5,000 per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Tourist tax IDR 10,000 per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required at booking; IDR 200,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Goa gajah (973 m · ~12 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Panti - Sangging Prabangkara (1.6 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museum Rudana — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Balerung Stage — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 181 m · ~2 min walk
Apotik kimia farma — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Indomaret — 973 m · ~12 min walk
Perama — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use authorised money changers in Ubud (look for 'no commission' signs); avoid airport and tourist-bureau kiosks, which give poor rates.
Accepted in mid-range hotels, restaurants and larger shops; smaller warungs and markets are cash-only; contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants, give drivers 5,000-10,000 IDR, and tip hotel staff 10,000-20,000 IDR for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi tubruk at a roadside warung: 5,000-10,000 IDR per cup.
Nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
Mie goreng or nasi goreng at a simple restaurant: 20,000-35,000 IDR for a main.
Along Jalan Goutama and around Ubud Market in the evening: satay sticks, grilled corn, fresh fruit shakes.
Local mini-markets and wasser stations for basics; no major budget supermarkets in 80582.
Ubud Art Market offers batik, sarongs and t-shirts; bargain hard.
Walk within the tourist core; rent a scooter for 50,000-70,000 IDR per day. From the airport, take the Kura-Kura bus (50,000 IDR) to Ubud.
Eat at warungs away from the main temple strip; buy water in bulk from supermarkets; bargain at markets and for scooter rentals.
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 Omah Tabuan
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 181 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik kimia farma — 1.7 km · ~21 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 Omah Tabuan?
Request a room on the second floor, facing the garden or pool side (away from Raya Goa Gajah). These rooms avoid traffic noise and are quieter than ground-floor ones.
Which rooms should I avoid at Omah Tabuan?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the front of the hotel — they face the main road and suffer from motorcycle and car noise, especially in the morning. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception or restaurant area, as they can pick up chatter and kitchen sounds.
Is Omah Tabuan noisy?
Raya Goa Gajah is a main road in Ubud with constant scooter and car traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's entrance and any street-facing rooms will get this noise. There may also be dawn chanting from nearby temples — charming for some, but worth knowing if you're a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at Omah Tabuan?
Ask for a pool-view or garden-view room on the second floor. The front-facing rooms look out onto Raya Goa Gajah, which is busy and not particularly scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Omah Tabuan?
1) If you're driving, request parking info at check-in; the road can be tight for turning. 2) Ask for a room on the second floor facing the garden — quieter and cooler, and you'll avoid ground-floor dampness.
What time is check-in at Omah Tabuan?
Check-in at Omah Tabuan is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Omah Tabuan have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) in rooms and lobby; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Omah Tabuan?
Tourist tax IDR 10,000 per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Omah Tabuan?
Nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung: 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Omah Tabuan?
Walk within the tourist core; rent a scooter for 50,000-70,000 IDR per day. From the airport, take the Kura-Kura bus (50,000 IDR) to Ubud.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April, May, and September: dry weather (rainfall under 100mm/month), lower humidity, and lighter visitor numbers before/after peak 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.