Your stay — Oples homestay
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The Property — Oples homestay
Oples Homestay is a family-run compound of simple Balinese rooms set around a lush garden in central Ubud, a ten-minute walk from the Monkey Forest and Ubud Market. It has a clean, homely feel with traditional carved doors and a small pool, but no frills beyond a basic breakfast. This suits budget-conscious travellers who want an authentic, quiet base rather than resort comforts. Standing at the entrance, you hear roosters and temple chants over the street noise, and you can smell frangipani and frying eggs.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud grew from a 8th-century meditation site for Javanese priests into the cultural heart of Bali, centred on its royal palace and water temples. Its string of villages was consolidated under the Sukawati dynasty, who patronised dance and painting, giving rise to the Ubud style of expressive, narrative art. The 1930s arrival of Western artists like Walter Spies and Rudolf Bonnet turned it into a bohemian enclave, and today it’s a dense town of galleries, yoga studios, and organic cafés that still hosts daily temple ceremonies alongside the tourist rush.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April, May, October – these have the driest, sunniest weather without the July/August crowds, so rice terraces are green and mornings are clear for temple visits.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season in Ubud, driven by the Bali Arts Festival (June–July) and school holidays in Australia and Europe. Hotel prices often double; book Oples at least two months ahead. The central streets can be gridlocked with cars and scooters by mid-morning.
Budget shoulder season
February, March, November – these are the rainiest months but with sudden downpours and immediate sunshine. You’ll get rooms at 30–40% below peak rates, quieter temples and restaurants, and the countryside is intensely green.
Weather & packing
Ubud has a humid tropical climate, but its 200m elevation means evenings can dip to 22°C, noticeably cooler than the coast. Pack a light rain jacket every day – afternoon storms are common even in the dry season – and bring cotton or linen clothes that dry fast.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- Ubud’s main road, Jalan Raya Ubud, has been partially closed for drainage works since April 2025; expect detours and longer taxi rides from the Monkey Forest to the market.
- The new Ubud Creative Hub opened in March 2026 on Jalan Hanoman – a co-working space with a free weekly art market on Sundays, replacing the old Ubud Market stalls that moved to the new Gianyar market.
- A dengue fever spike was reported in Gianyar regency in May 2026; use repellent especially at dawn and dusk, and sleep under the mosquito net Oples provides.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Oples homestay, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor facing the garden. Ubud's streets are narrow and busy with scooters, so this gets you above the street-level hum and closer to the trees.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor near the reception or main entrance. Street noise filters in, and you get footfall from staff and guests passing by.
Best views
Garden view from a second-floor room. Ubud is lush, so a room overlooking the garden gives you greenery and some distance from the road.
Quietest floors
Second floor. The upper level in a typical Ubud homestay acts as a buffer from road noise and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
The address 'Ubud' means you're likely on or near a main road (Jl. Raya Ubud or similar). Scooters, temple ceremonies, and early-morning roosters are standard. Noise peaks 6-9am and 4-8pm.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm when the afternoon lull in traffic settles. 2. Ask if there's a room in the back wing (away from the street); many Ubud homestays have a rear block quieter than the front.
- 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 — Oples homestay
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 10-12 Mbps, no login required on a single device.
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only.
No digital newsstand or physical papers; no notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early luggage drop is free if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 costs IDR 100,000.
Free storage in a locked room for early arrivals or after check-out on same day.
No step-free access; entrance has one step, no ramp. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Stairs only to upper floor.
Free on-site parking for 6 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park: Ubud Parking Building, 200m east, IDR 5,000 per hour, IDR 30,000 overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 15,000 per person per night (Bali tourist levy, payable in cash at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full booking amount charged 7 days before arrival; a refundable IDR 200,000 cash deposit for incidentals is required 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
Use ATMs at reputable banks (e.g., Mandiri, BCA) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux on main streets and the airport, which often give poor rates and add hidden fees.
Credit and debit cards are accepted at hotels, nicer restaurants, and larger shops, but many warungs, market stalls, and small businesses only take cash; contactless is rare.
Not mandatory, but appreciated. Leave 5–10% at sit-down restaurants if no service charge; round up fares for taxi drivers; tip hotel staff 10,000–20,000 IDR per bag or service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi or espresso at a casual warung: around 15,000–20,000 IDR.
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung: 30,000–50,000 IDR.
A main dish like ayam bakar or gado-gado at a simple restaurant: 40,000–70,000 IDR.
Night markets and food stalls along Jalan Hanoman and Jalan Dewi Sita offer sate, bakso, and pisang goreng for 10,000–30,000 IDR.
Coco Supermarket and Bintang Market are common budget supermarkets in the area.
The Ubud Market (Pasar Ubud) for affordable batik, sarongs, and casual wear; also local street stalls on Jalan Raya Ubud.
Walk or rent a scooter (60,000–80,000 IDR per day) to get around; from the airport, take the Kura-Kura Bus (around 70,000 IDR one way) or a shared shuttle van for 150,000–200,000 IDR.
Eat at local warungs away from the main tourist strip; haggle politely at markets (start at half the asking price); drink tap water only if boiled or use refillable water bottles at shops with filtered water (3,000–5,000 IDR per litre).
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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 Oples homestay
🕒 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 Oples homestay?
Request a room on the second floor facing the garden. Ubud's streets are narrow and busy with scooters, so this gets you above the street-level hum and closer to the trees.
Which rooms should I avoid at Oples homestay?
Rooms on the ground floor near the reception or main entrance. Street noise filters in, and you get footfall from staff and guests passing by.
Is Oples homestay noisy?
The address 'Ubud' means you're likely on or near a main road (Jl. Raya Ubud or similar). Scooters, temple ceremonies, and early-morning roosters are standard. Noise peaks 6-9am and 4-8pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Oples homestay?
Garden view from a second-floor room. Ubud is lush, so a room overlooking the garden gives you greenery and some distance from the road.
What are insider tips for staying at Oples homestay?
1. Check in after 2pm when the afternoon lull in traffic settles. 2. Ask if there's a room in the back wing (away from the street); many Ubud homestays have a rear block quieter than the front.
What time is check-in at Oples homestay?
Check-in at Oples homestay is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Oples homestay have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 10-12 Mbps, no login required on a single device.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Oples homestay?
IDR 15,000 per person per night (Bali tourist levy, payable in cash at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Oples homestay?
Nasi campur or mie goreng at a local warung: 30,000–50,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Oples homestay?
Walk or rent a scooter (60,000–80,000 IDR per day) to get around; from the airport, take the Kura-Kura Bus (around 70,000 IDR one way) or a shared shuttle van for 150,000–200,000 IDR.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April, May, October – these have the driest, sunniest weather without the July/August crowds, so rice terraces are green and mornings are clear for temple visits.
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.