Your stay — Ubud Inn Cottages
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The Property — Ubud Inn Cottages
Ubud Inn Cottages is a low-key, garden-focused hotel tucked off Jalan Hanoman, the main drag for cafes and yoga studios. Expect Balinese compound-style cottages with open-air bathrooms, a spring-fed pool shaded by frangipani trees, and a communal breakfast terrace where you eat banana pancakes overlooking rice paddies. It suits independent travellers who want a quiet, central base without resort frills — the sort of place where the owner might hand you a fresh coconut on arrival.
Chronicles of Ubud
Ubud began as a sacred crossroads of two rivers, centred around Pura Gunung Lebah temple, which still stands at the campuhan (river confluence). In the early 20th century, European artists like Walter Spies and Rudolf Bonnet settled here, transforming it into a hub for painting, dance and music — the Puri Saren palace still hosts nightly dance performances. By the 1970s, Ubud was on the backpacker trail; today it juggles temple ceremonies, rice-terrace tourism and a fast-growing expat wellness scene. The town has no high-rise skyline — a local law caps buildings at four storeys to protect the ravine views.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubud guide →Best months
April and September offer dry mornings, afternoon showers that clear quickly, and noticeably thinner crowds than July–August. October also works: the peak of the dry season has passed but walks through the Campuhan Ridge are still pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by European summer holidays and the Ubud Food Festival (usually late July). Hotel prices double, and the Monkey Forest footpath becomes a human river. The Bali Arts Festival, centred in Denpasar but felt island-wide, runs June–July.
Budget shoulder season
February and March can still be showery but deliver big hotel discounts and empty temple sites — ideal for budget travellers who don't mind dodging the odd downpour. November is also quiet, though rain is more persistent.
Weather & packing
Ubud sits at 200m altitude, making it 5–7°C cooler than the coast — but the humidity stays high all year. Pack a light rain jacket, quick-dry trousers, and mosquito repellent containing DEET for dawn and dusk walks.
Live City Briefing — Ubud
- The Tegalalang Rice Terrace boardwalk, badly worn by overtourism, has reopened after repairs; go at 7am to avoid coach groups.
- New pedestrian crossings and traffic calming have been installed along Jalan Raya Ubud to curb the scooter chaos, but be aware of ongoing pavement construction near the market.
- Dengue cases spike during the wet season (Nov–Mar); check the Bali Health Office bulletin before traveling, and consider travel insurance that covers medical evacuation.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ubud Inn Cottages, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room in the back cottages away from the main road. Upper floors (if two-storey) offer better air and less street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing Jalan Raya Ubud — the main thoroughfare has heavy scooter and traffic noise from early morning until late evening.
Best views
Rice field view from the rear-facing cottages. Ask for 'sawah view' at check-in.
Quietest floors
Second floor of any cottage block, away from the street side.
🔊 Noise notes
Jalan Raya Ubud traffic is constant: scooters, tour buses, and temple processions. Also, early morning roosters and mosque calls at dawn.
Insider tips
Ask for a cottage in the back row (facing the rice fields) — these are quieter and have better breezes. Check-in early to request ground-floor if you struggle with stairs; otherwise second floor is best for light and noise.
- 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 — Ubud Inn Cottages
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed averages 15 Mbps down; login requires room number and surname at splash page
No lift; property is low-rise cottages with stairs only — no accessible rooms above ground floor
Complimentary digital access to The Jakarta Post via QR code at reception; no physical newpapers; property built in 1998 with traditional Balinese thatched-roof cottages
Standard check-in 14:00-22:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00 without charge; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 subject to half-day room rate (approx. IDR 600,000) if available
Free left luggage at reception for day guests; secure room available for post-check-out until 22:00
Step-free access only to reception and two ground-floor rooms (no grab rails in bathrooms); pathways are paved but uneven in wet season; no wheelchair ramp to pool area
On-site parking for 20 cars free of charge; no valet; nearest public car park at Ubud Market (Jalan Ubud Raya) costs IDR 5,000 per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 10,000 per person per night (tourist levy) + 10% service charge applied at checkout
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at booking; IDR 500,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in (refundable if no damage)
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 ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport, hotels, or tourist-heavy bureaus in central Ubud as they offer poor rates and often add hidden fees.
Cards are accepted at mid-range hotels, restaurants, and shops but cash is essential for markets, warungs, local transport, and small businesses.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; tip hotel staff 10,000-20,000 IDR for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of local kopi (black coffee) at a warung costs around 5,000-10,000 IDR.
A nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung is about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
A main dish at a simple restaurant, like mie goreng or nasi goreng, is typically 20,000-35,000 IDR.
Kaki lima (street carts) and night markets near Ubud Market and along Jalan Raya Ubud offer cheap satay, bakso, and martabak from 5,000-15,000 IDR.
Mini-marts like the local chain Bintang are common; for basics, there are smaller convenience stores (warungs) on most streets.
Ubud Market is the main spot for affordable batik, sarongs, and t-shirts; expect heavy bargaining starting at half the quoted price.
Renting a bicycle costs 25,000-50,000 IDR per day; for longer trips use share taxis (bemos) for about 10,000-20,000 IDR per ride. From the airport, take a shuttle bus (around 50,000 IDR) to Ubud centre.
Eat at warungs where locals eat, not tourist cafes. Bargain hard at Ubud Market but skip the stalls near the palace. Drink tap water only if boiled; buy large bottles from convenience stores not hotels.
Good to know — Ubud
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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 Ubud Inn Cottages
🕒 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 Ubud Inn Cottages?
Request a room in the back cottages away from the main road. Upper floors (if two-storey) offer better air and less street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ubud Inn Cottages?
Avoid rooms facing Jalan Raya Ubud — the main thoroughfare has heavy scooter and traffic noise from early morning until late evening.
Is Ubud Inn Cottages noisy?
Jalan Raya Ubud traffic is constant: scooters, tour buses, and temple processions. Also, early morning roosters and mosque calls at dawn.
Which rooms have the best views at Ubud Inn Cottages?
Rice field view from the rear-facing cottages. Ask for 'sawah view' at check-in.
What are insider tips for staying at Ubud Inn Cottages?
Ask for a cottage in the back row (facing the rice fields) — these are quieter and have better breezes. Check-in early to request ground-floor if you struggle with stairs; otherwise second floor is best for light and noise.
What time is check-in at Ubud Inn Cottages?
Check-in at Ubud Inn Cottages is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ubud Inn Cottages have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed averages 15 Mbps down; login requires room number and surname at splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ubud Inn Cottages?
IDR 10,000 per person per night (tourist levy) + 10% service charge applied at checkout
Where can I eat cheaply near Ubud Inn Cottages?
A nasi campur (rice with sides) at a local warung is about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ubud Inn Cottages?
Renting a bicycle costs 25,000-50,000 IDR per day; for longer trips use share taxis (bemos) for about 10,000-20,000 IDR per ride. From the airport, take a shuttle bus (around 50,000 IDR) to Ubud centre.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
April and September offer dry mornings, afternoon showers that clear quickly, and noticeably thinner crowds than July–August. October also works: the peak of the dry season has passed but walks through the Campuhan Ridge are still pleasant.
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.