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Nick's Hidden Cottages

Hotel

Low-key cottages in a relaxed hotel featuring a restaurant, an outdoor pool & lush gardens. People often mention pool, room, staff, nice, Ubud, stay, breakfast, great, good, hotel,


Address

Jl. Bisma No.53, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia

Contact

+62 361 970760

Price rating

$24/night

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (172 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: pool (20) room (19) staff (18) nice (17) Ubud (14) stay (13) breakfast (12) great (12) good (11) hotel (9)
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  • 5/5 Soumya S. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is beautiful, well maintained for it's asking price. I believe it's a 3 star hotel. Nevertheless our stay was very pleasant here. It offers nice individual houses, well maintained hotel premices, good small swimming pool, nice cute restaurant. Staffs are very nice and their hospitality was really good. Only negatives are, they need to improve their breakfast options and the swimming pool is too deep for such small size.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Marina S. 1 year ago on Google
    I stayed for one night and unfortunately my room was quite damp and humid despite the air conditioner and fan being on the whole time. There was also a strange and unsettling smell of perhaps mildew. This was possibly because my room was the first villa next to the stone wall. The shower head was positioned in a strange way facing the floor so the floor would always get wet. I would only stay again at a good rate and in a room that wasn’t near the stone wall. As is always the case in Bali, the staff were warm and inviting. Absolutely lovely people who made the stay worthwhile. The pool was amazing and spacious and the surrounding gardens were beautifully maintained.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael S. 1 year ago on Google
    Traditional Balinese architecture with great staff who are willing to oblige and walk the extra mile for you. Cool pool and extra spacious yoga practice room as well. The access is via narrow walkway amongst rice fields. There are a number of stairs to climb to keep people fit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Maisie B. 1 year ago on Google
    Probably wouldn’t recommend. Every door and window don’t shut completely so bugs & lizards get in, shower is positioned weird so you have to hold it to shower, mould on the walls in the bathroom & bedroom, stains on bed sheets and on the mosquito net, the rooms were overall quite run down. Staff were friendly but so inconsistent, we stayed for 9 nights and they cleaned our room 3 times.. despite putting out the ‘please make up my room’ sign everyday. They didn’t ask whether we wanted it cleaned either, they just came whenever it suited them. They also randomly replaced the air conditioner and didn’t tell us? So we had to wait for them to do that before we could go back to the room. The pool wasn’t the cleanest, and the chairs around the pool were covered in animal poo so clearly weren’t cleaned very often. If you want something for a similar price then go to Kiskenda cottages down the road, much higher quality for the same price.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Le Perlage C. 1 year ago on Google
    Nick‘s Hidden Cottage was our 1st stop in our 4 month sabbatical. It truly could not have been better. We call the place Nick’s hidden paradise and stayed 12 nights. The hotel is small and you directly feel at home. After a eventful fun and busy day it is amazing to come home to Nick”s, jump in the pool and have a drink. The staff is extremely warm and friendly. The knew us by name and our two girls felt very comfortable. We booked everything at Nicks’s. their driver is a gentlemen, knowledgeable and the private car is really good. We booked our airport pick up, our Bali tours, transport to harbor for Lombok and motorbikes at Nick’s. A huge thank you to the entire staff at Nick’s. We highly recommend this amazing hidden place. We will for sure be back! Rita & Martin with the girls
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Martijn B. 1 year ago on Google
    We stayed at NHC for 5 days and it was our safe haven when visiting all places we planned to do so. Location: Firstly, one has to mention the lovely entrance to the cottage at the end of a small path in the rice fields. It’s only a 5-minute walk to the center of Ubud but crucially provides the necessary quietness that one seeks. The street on the other side of the entrance/rice field is one with several bars, restaurants and spa. All that you look for is close! Accommodation: The buildings themselves look and feel like an authentic Balinese homestay. The pool is relatively small but has a very nice vibe (as if your swimming in a temple!). It doesn’t have sufficient beds, however so you can be forced to sit on one bed together or not on a bed at all! I was informed that the complex was built specifically as a hotel (with a Balinese/Indonesian owner) and that it was 20+ years old. Room: The age was, however, unfortunately noticeable in the rooms and sometimes around the complex. As in other reviews about this stay, everything felt a bit outdated (older phones, window and door frames that are made of old wood, a non-functional hairdryer, old/insufficient beds at the pool, etc.) This has forced me to remove one star from the total. The bed itself is quite comfortable (am writing on it at the moment) and has a nicely functioning insect net. The room is spacious and has a nice balcony with traditional style doors and 2 seats. It also has a nice view into the tropical forest from the side! There is a closet for your clothing, although it is not very luxurious. The bathroom features a bath/shower combination without curtain so it can get quite wet. It is however quite large so you can still stand at a dry part. Staff and services: The staff at NHD is very friendly and will have a chat with you in case you feel like it. They will also help you out with any request you need at a fair rate (be it scooter rental or logistics to your next location). Breakfast is served at a rate of 50k/per person if you don’t book it in advance (which is a good price for breakfast). The choice for breakfast is simple; either Indonesian cuisine (Nasi or Mi Goreng) or ‘American’, which is just egg with toast and 2 slices of backed potato. All breakfast will also include either fresh fruit (or juice) and coffee or tea. The breakfast room is an open area with a nice view on the complex and abundant flora and fauna around (you can see squirrels jumping on the palmtrees around you if you’re lucky). It’s a nice and quite atmosphere. Summary: Location: 10/10 Accommodation: 8/10 Room: 7/10 Staff: 10/10 Breakfast: 8/10 Price: fair We would recommend to stay at Nick’s Hidden Cottage. It’s inexpensive and offers the nice and quite surrounding that you are looking for after a long day in the busy streets Ubud and surroundings.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sean D. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful grounds and affordable room. Certainly not the most comfortable or well designed, but you bet what you pay for. It’s very quiet and the pool is a nice place to relax. The service was great and the staff were very attentive and friendly. Great location but driving a motorbike in can be a bit of a hassle, as there’s very little space for parking and it’s difficult to turn around. On a budget it’s a perfect place to stay.
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  • 5/5 M G. 7 months ago on Google • 36 reviews
    Nick’s Hidden Cottages is my favorite place to stay in Ubud. It’s a calm and quiet oasis in the centre of Ubud, with the kindest staff you’ll meet in Bali. The rooms are very clean and big, and there is even a turn down service, meaning they’ll prepare your room for the night by shutting the curtains. The breakfast is great too, and from the rooms you have a great view over the pool and jungle trees. I hope to be back soon again!

  • 5/5 Gew i. 3 months ago on Google • 35 reviews New
    I stayed at this hotel for 6 nights with my wife and we just checked in yesterday. For the first day, the service was extraordinary. Quick responding staff, very clean room, we just went for breakfast and surprisingly came back to the room clean, tidy and aromatic! The room is definitely big and so is the bathroom (not normal big😅 but we love it!) we will always stay here if we go to Ubud! Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Fiona B. 5 months ago on Google • 24 reviews
    Nice and quiet hotel in Ubud. It is set back from the road. Nice pool 🏊‍♀️. There are plenty of 🏞 green spaces to enjoy here. I especially enjoyed watching the 🐿 running around the tops of the 🥥🌴. 👍 Great service from all the staff. 🍍🍉🍌🧃🍝🥞🌶🌶Breakfast is a really good value.

  • 3/5 andreia m. 2 months ago on Google • 17 reviews New
    The location is nice and quiet, surroundings stunning! Nice staff. unfortunately the mattress, sheets, pillows are really outdated/ windows dont close properly. There is some renovation work to do, so much potential.

  • 5/5 Rodrigo H. 4 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    We had a very nice stay at this place, the receptionist that checked us in was very helpful and even got us transfer from the hotel to Gili air for half the price other companies were offering. I also needed to make a private call and they helped me letting me use the yoga room so I could be comfortable. Highly recommend, plus restaurants near by are very good.

  • 4/5 Rebecca W. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff are lovely, great location, close to main area but not in the middle and loud. Inexpensive for aussies. Breakfast was abit lacking. Also ALOT of stairs . If you like fine dining definitely recommend copper Cafe at hotel next door!

  • 5/5 n v. 1 year ago on Google
    A bit run down but unbeatable value for the price. Staff ist very friendly and the pool is gorgeous. Would come back.

  • 5/5 Eline de V. 1 year ago on Google
    I stayed here in 2016. Today, I came back to see what it nowadays looks like and it’s still the same. Didn’t see the cottages but the place itself is beautiful. The path to the entrance is through a rice field — the place is very traditional. The best part is the jungle view at the pool: AMAZING!

  • 5/5 Mathilde M. 10 months ago on Google
    This is a great place to stay. The staff is so welcoming and helpful, it made our stay even better ! The place itself is charming, the room was great, a cute little pool and the breakfast is tasty ! Would recommend 100%. Thanks so much 🙏🏻

  • 5/5 Tom W. 10 months ago on Google
    Loved Nick’s Hidden. Quiet location out of Ubud center but still a walkable. A bit “rustic” but feels like old Bali. Great breakfast and fabulous pool. Lots of stairs.

  • 5/5 Kim B. 1 year ago on Google
    My friend and I stayed for 6 nights at Nick's Hidden Cottages and I must say that everything was perfect. I enjoyed the cozy atmosphere. 🌴👙🪶🌴 The location is good, quiet, in the middle of the nature. Nice jungle views 🐿️🦎🪲 but when you walk out the street you'll be in the city centre of crazy Ubud. The room and bathroom were very spacious and clean. The badroom is a little outdated, but everything works like it should be. The pool is amazing, a great place to chill after a sightseeing day in Ubud. The service is great, the staff is very helpful and they even brought our breakfast 🍳☕🫖 to our room every morning. Overall we had a great experience, wanted to extend but they were fully booked. I highly recommend and would definitely come back! 🤙🏽👌🏽 🙏🏼 Thanks Widi, Budi and the rest of the staff!

  • 5/5 Amartya R. 1 year ago on Google
    The most value for money you can ever get possibly. Prompt service. Extremely polite and help staff. Rooms are big and spacious as well. Highly recommended if you're visiting Ubud for a quick detox.

  • 5/5 Doug “Kauaitourguy” R. 6 months ago on Google
    I was looking for middle priced accommodations and Nick's was perfect but I got so much more. Everything, service, really cool room, fantastic views and surroundings, the river at night was especially soothing after an adventurous day on Ubud streets! My first time to Bali and cannot imagine a better stay. The breakfast was especially satisfying and just wonderful. Budi, the manager was especially helpful getting me booked for my next leg of my Bali adventure, Komodo National Park to see the DRAGONS. Not part of his job description but so, so helpful. Suksima, Budi. Look at that breakfast,the jungle in the morning light, that smile. Bali!

  • 5/5 Ben Y. 5 months ago on Google
    Rooms are big and comfortable. AC worked well. Only thing was the washroom can be more modern.

  • 5/5 Kirstie B. 7 months ago on Google
    Great location, walkable to the centre of ubud but not noisy or busy. Great cafes and food on the doorstep as well. Lovely staff, nice pool and good wifi - great for a remote working week!

  • 5/5 Nick S. 5 years ago on Google
    Absolutely loved this place. Beat place so far in bali. Great staff, they really look after you here. Nice and peaceful and close to most things. I will stay here again. Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Anne-Marije K. 5 years ago on Google
    Great cottages! Staff is very friendly, rooms are spacious and clean. A balcony with stunning views, nice pool, frolicking squirrels in the palm trees, it looks very authentic. Cottages are on a street that's being developed, nice and quiet but with enough bars and restaurants for when you're too tired to walk into town. The staff will tell you about a shortcut to the centre, great! You'll walk straight onto a car free part of Ubud (evenings) with lots of nice shops and restaurants. Really loved it here.

  • 5/5 Constanza C. 4 months ago on Google
    Wonderful place in Ubud, very Balinese style which we just loved! Staff very nice and helpful! Rooms lovely! Location was very good too

  • 5/5 Bas S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great hotel! Good services around the clock from the reception. They helped us with boat trips and excursions for a good price. Breakfast is decent and enough choices. Good rooms and clean beautiful pool. Bathroom just a bit out dated but very clean. Definitly recommend this place.

  • 5/5 Kasper K. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Nicks hidden "Paradise"? Very special location in the hearth of Ubud, in walking distance to several major attractions in the city. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, which adds to the value of the place. Best bang for the buck!


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