Simple family-run guesthouse in Ubud offering clean rooms with fan or AC at bargain prices. The welcoming hosts provide local insights and homestyle breakfast in peaceful surroundings.
Gong Homestay is a family-run budget guesthouse on Jalan Hanoman in central Ubud, Gianyar, Bali. Jalan Hanoman runs parallel to the main Jalan Monkey Forest road and is one of Ubud's most conveniently positioned residential streets, within easy walking distance of the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Ubud Market, Ubud Palace, and the gallery district along Jalan Raya Ubud. The guesthouse is approximately 70 kilometres north of Ngurah Rai International Airport, accessed by a two-hour private car journey through the Bali highlands.
The property operates as a traditional Balinese homestay: a compact family compound with a garden courtyard, a guest bungalow building, and the host family's own living quarters adjoining. Rooms are clean and simply furnished, offered with either ceiling fan or air conditioning at different rate tiers; both configurations include private en-suite bathrooms. The garden setting provides a calm counterpoint to the busy commercial streets of central Ubud, and the presence of the host family distinguishes the experience from impersonal hotel stays.
A homestyle Balinese breakfast—typically including local fruit, eggs, toast, and strong Balinese coffee or tea—is served each morning in the garden and included in most room rates. The host family provides genuine local knowledge, including recommendations for lesser-visited rice terrace walks, trusted warungs serving authentic Balinese cuisine at local prices, and local artisans and craftspeople.
The property offers motorbike rental and assists with day-trip bookings to Tegallalang rice terraces (5 km north), Tirta Empul water temple (12 km northeast), and Mount Batur volcano viewpoints (45 km northeast). The gong—a traditional Balinese percussion instrument—that gives the guesthouse its name is a common feature of the courtyard, reflecting the family's connection to Ubud's vibrant arts culture. Nightly room rates begin around IDR 240,000 ($15) for a fan room in low season, with air-conditioned doubles reaching approximately IDR 700,000 ($45) during peak periods.
Amenities
- breakfast included
- garden
- family-run
- motorbike rental
- tour bookings
- free WiFi
- central location
Location
Jl. Hanoman, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571
-8.5142, 115.2658 View on map
Highlights
- Central Ubud location on Jalan Hanoman, walking distance from Monkey Forest, Ubud Market, and Ubud Palace
- Homestyle Balinese breakfast included in most room rates, served in a garden courtyard each morning
- Genuine family-run hospitality with first-hand knowledge of lesser-visited temples and rice terrace walks
- Motorbike rental arranged on-site for independent exploration of Ubud and surrounding Gianyar regency
- Budget-friendly rates among the most affordable in central Ubud for clean, air-conditioned accommodation
Tips for visiting
- Ask the hosts for a recommended local warung—the family knows spots serving authentic Balinese food at IDR 30,000–50,000 per dish
- Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest before 9 a.m. to avoid the main tourist rush; it is a 5-minute walk from the guesthouse
- Fan rooms at the rear of the compound are quieter; Jalan Hanoman sees market traffic in the mornings
- Motorbike rental through the guesthouse is typically cheaper than agencies on the main street and easier to arrange
- Central Ubud's streets are hilly; the guesthouse garden is flat and makes a good base for walks in multiple directions
Accessibility
Gong Homestay is a single-level compound with a small garden between the street entrance and guest rooms. There are a few steps at the entrance gate, and interior corridors are narrow. The property is not designed for wheelchair access. Guests with mobility impairments should contact the guesthouse directly before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Most room rates at Gong Homestay include a homestyle Balinese breakfast served in the garden, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Room-only rates are also available at a lower price.
How far is Gong Homestay from Ubud's main attractions?
Ubud Market is approximately 10 minutes on foot; Ubud Palace and Jalan Raya Ubud are an 8-minute walk; the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is about 5 minutes south via Jalan Hanoman.
Can the hosts arrange transport for day trips?
The guesthouse can arrange private car hire and driver bookings for day trips to Tegallalang, Tirta Empul, Mount Batur, and other Ubud-area sites. Rates are agreed directly with local drivers.
Is the guesthouse suitable for couples?
The quiet, authentically Balinese setting appeals to couples seeking character and value over resort-scale facilities. Air-conditioned double rooms offer a comfortable and intimate stay at a fraction of the cost of Ubud's boutique hotels.