Sila Urip Guest House

This was all I needed for my last few days in Ubud. Booked one night, ended up staying almost a week until the end of my time there. Authentically friendly and gentle hearted owner. He volunteered to drop me off where I needed to be upon departure, really sweet. My favorite thing was the garden. Such a beautiful and peaceful place to have breakfast! If you take a moment to take it all in you will see amazing fauna. Within a 5-minute timeframe I've seen a squirrel, hummingbird, black butterflies, blue butterflies, dragonflies, and some dogs and chicken haha. When you listen you will hear an orchestra of birds, crickets, aaaand chicken haha. So nice. I absolutely loved the big and soft mattress with the world's softest blanket, felt like I was sleeping on clouds. Nice bedlight (not too bright), fan (was enough to keep me somewhat cool during the night), curtain for privacy, plug (bring an extension chord should you want both fan and appliances plugged in), hooks to hang stuff (really handy!), locker under the bed. Little kitchenette and fridge. Affordable motorbike rental for only 50k per day.

My only true complaint is that the fridge desparately needs a clean-up! I won't say the things I've seen in there but I didn't feel too comfortable leaving anything there (maybe even if you have some time on your hands as a guest you could volunteer to do a clean-up?). Water jug was often empty. Water was still freely available somewhere on the premise but you'd have to go and get it with the family. Would be nice if it was replaced more frequently. Wasn't really a fan of the breakfast. Can't really complain for 15k but I've definitely had better pancakes and more fresh fruit to go with it. So ended up going out to get breakfast elsewhere instead. (the photos of breakfast are inaccurate) The bathrooms could be checked more often. Sometimes trash bins were overflowing and took a while to be emptied. Also no daily housekeeping (I personally didn't mind) so don't expect your bed to be made or changed unless you ask. No free toiletries either although it did say in the description. Just a bar of soap to wash your hands. (maybe it does apply to private rooms) Some troubles with wifi every now and then but am sure this applies everywhere in Bali. Overall I was very happy to stay here! I wish Koman and his family the best.

Tucked away from Ubud’s noise this place is really lovely facing lush greenery. This hostel is really quiet and great for anyone who’s looking for relaxed atmosphere. And of course nice hosts!