Your stay — Tunjung Bungalows
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The Property — Tunjung Bungalows
Stepping into Tunjung Bungalows feels like arriving at a friend’s well-kept Balinese compound — a low-rise cluster of thatched-roof cottages around a large, kidney-shaped pool. The grounds are thick with frangipani and banana palms, and the soundtrack is mostly birdsong and the distant river. It’s a solid 3-star choice for budget-conscious travellers who want an actual courtyard and a proper pool, not just a room over a rice paddy. The location on Jalan Monkey Forest puts you five minutes’ walk from the main strip, so you trade total tranquillity for convenient access to Ubud’s shops and restaurants.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a village of healers and holy springs, with the first written records of its name dating to the 8th century when Javanese priest Rsi Markandeya stopped here. It became the seat of the Sukawati kingdom in the 17th century, and its modern identity was shaped by European artists in the 1930s — Walter Spies and Rudolf Bonnet founded the Pita Maha artists’ cooperative, which catalysed the town’s evolution into a global arts hub. The rice terraces and temples that surround it were designated part of the UNESCO Cultural Landscape of Bali in 2012. Today Ubud remains the island’s spiritual and creative engine, balancing yoga retreats, silver workshops and contemporary galleries with the traditional temple ceremonies that still govern daily life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April, May and September — the rains have eased, humidity is lower, and the crowds around the Monkey Forest and Ubud Market are manageable without being sparse. Rice terraces are vivid green in April and May.
Peak / festival surge
July and August form the peak tourist season, driven by European and Australian summer holidays. Hotel prices across Ubud, including Tunjung Bungalows, rise by 30–50% and advance booking is essential. The Ubud Writers & Readers Festival runs in October, but the main crowd driver is pure holiday timing.
Budget shoulder season
November and February offer the best budget shoulder months: accommodation discounts of 20–30%, fewer queues at attractions like the Campuhan Ridge Walk, and short tropical showers that usually clear by midday.
Weather & packing
Ubud’s micro-climate means sudden downpours even in July, but they rarely last more than an hour. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or travel umbrella as your constant companion — leave the heavy waterproof jacket at home.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- The main road through Ubud (Jalan Raya Ubud) has intermittent one-way traffic restrictions from 7–9am and 4–7pm to ease congestion — check Google Maps before driving or booking a taxi.
- A new pedestrian bridge over the Campuhan River opened in late 2025, linking the Ubud Palace area directly to the Sayan ridge trail, cutting walk times by 15 minutes.
- The 2026 Bali Arts Festival (June–July) means extra street closures and processions in central Ubud on Saturdays — ask at reception for the updated event schedule.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tunjung Bungalows, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ground-floor rooms facing the inner tropical garden — they tend to be cooler and closest to the pool and breakfast area, making them convenient and more shielded from street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Any rooms near the front of the property abutting the small access road off Jalan Raya Ubud — evening motorbike noise and early morning foot traffic can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the kitchen/restaurant if you're a light sleeper, as prep noise starts before 7am.
Best views
Rooms facing the central tropical garden with the small plunge pool — you get greenery and water sounds, not the car park or neighbouring wall.
Quietest floors
The hotel is single-storey (bungalow style), so all rooms are ground-floor. Quieter units are those furthest from the street entrance and the dining pavilion.
🔊 Noise notes
Located just off Jalan Raya Ubud, so you'll hear motorbikes from about 7am–9pm. Occasional temple ceremony loudspeakers from nearby banjar (community hall) on traditional days. Frog and gecko chorus at night — charming for some, noisy for light sleepers.
Insider tips
1) Request a bungalow in the back row (garden-view category) — they're furthest from street and car park noise. 2) Check in by 2pm to secure your preferred room; the small team can assign you the quietest spot if you ask directly upon arrival.
- 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 — Tunjung Bungalows
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and common areas; speed adequate for browsing (approx. 10 Mbps); no login/password needed, connects automatically
No lift; property is a two-storey complex with stairs only (no historic section, all modern bungalows)
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader app; no physical newspapers; building is a traditional Balinese-style compound with thatched roofs
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate
Free storage at reception for early arrivals or late departures
No step-free access; all rooms reachable via stairs; no wheelchair-friendly entries; limited accessibility for guests with mobility issues
Limited free on-site parking (approximately 10 spaces, first-come first-served); nearest public car park at Ubud Market (10 min walk) costs IDR 5,000 per hour or IDR 50,000 per 24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 50% of total stay; credit card hold of IDR 200,000 for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal (250 m · ~3 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Beji (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Prajapati (480 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Desa Puseh (550 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museum Pendet — 382 m · ~5 min walk
Open Stage — 155 m · ~2 min walk
Football Field — 566 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank BRI — 449 m · ~6 min walk
Guardian — 670 m · ~8 min walk
MiniMart — 543 m · ~7 min walk
Perama — 832 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use authorised moneychangers in Ubud town for fair rates (check online reviews to avoid scams); avoid the airport or tourist bureau kiosks where rates are poor.
Cards are accepted at most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops, but smaller warungs and market stalls need cash; contactless is rare outside high-end places.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge isn't included, and tip hotel staff Rp 10,000-20,000 for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of kopi tubruk (local strong sweet coffee) from a roadside warung or market stall costs about Rp 5,000-10,000.
Nasi campur (rice with small portions of sides) at a local warung is around Rp 25,000-35,000.
A main dish like mie goreng or nasi goreng at a simple family-run restaurant costs roughly Rp 30,000-50,000.
Ubud Market area (Jl. Monkey Forest) and night stalls along Jl. Dewi Sita sell sate, babi guling, and fresh fruit juices for Rp 10,000-20,000 per item.
Coco Supermarket (local chain) and Bintang Supermarket are common for everyday groceries and water refills.
Ubud Art Market offers batik and cotton clothing; cheap T-shirts and sarongs start at Rp 30,000-50,000 with gentle bargaining.
Renting a scooter for around Rp 60,000-80,000 per day is the cheapest way to get around; from the airport, take a budget shuttle bus (e.g. Perama) for about Rp 60,000-80,000 or use a ride-hailing app (Grab/Gojek) to avoid taxi surcharges.
Eat at local warungs rather than tourist cafes for half the price; always bargain at markets (start at 30-40% of asking price); refill your water bottle at dedicated water refill stations (depot air minum) for Rp 3,000-5,000 instead of buying bottled water.
Good to know — Ubud
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$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 Tunjung Bungalows
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank BRI — 449 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Guardian — 670 m · ~8 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 Tunjung Bungalows?
Ground-floor rooms facing the inner tropical garden — they tend to be cooler and closest to the pool and breakfast area, making them convenient and more shielded from street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tunjung Bungalows?
Any rooms near the front of the property abutting the small access road off Jalan Raya Ubud — evening motorbike noise and early morning foot traffic can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the kitchen/restaurant if you're a light sleeper, as prep noise starts before 7am.
Is Tunjung Bungalows noisy?
Located just off Jalan Raya Ubud, so you'll hear motorbikes from about 7am–9pm. Occasional temple ceremony loudspeakers from nearby banjar (community hall) on traditional days. Frog and gecko chorus at night — charming for some, noisy for light sleepers.
Which rooms have the best views at Tunjung Bungalows?
Rooms facing the central tropical garden with the small plunge pool — you get greenery and water sounds, not the car park or neighbouring wall.
What are insider tips for staying at Tunjung Bungalows?
1) Request a bungalow in the back row (garden-view category) — they're furthest from street and car park noise. 2) Check in by 2pm to secure your preferred room; the small team can assign you the quietest spot if you ask directly upon arrival.
What time is check-in at Tunjung Bungalows?
Check-in at Tunjung Bungalows is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tunjung Bungalows have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and common areas; speed adequate for browsing (approx. 10 Mbps); no login/password needed, connects automatically
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tunjung Bungalows?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Tunjung Bungalows?
Nasi campur (rice with small portions of sides) at a local warung is around Rp 25,000-35,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tunjung Bungalows?
Renting a scooter for around Rp 60,000-80,000 per day is the cheapest way to get around; from the airport, take a budget shuttle bus (e.g. Perama) for about Rp 60,000-80,000 or use a ride-hailing app (Grab/Gojek) to avoid taxi surcharges.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April, May and September — the rains have eased, humidity is lower, and the crowds around the Monkey Forest and Ubud Market are manageable without being sparse. Rice terraces are vivid green in April and May.
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.