We were at the cendana with children and grandchildren. It was great for all, beautiful grounds, pool, friendly, helpful staff, and a great central Ubud location. One of the better value Resorts with the following caveat:

Rooms 321-324 are very nice but open to the music of nightclubs late into the evening. Could not drown the music out. Be very cautious if you are a light sleeper as the music will keep you awake. Lower and further away rooms did not seem to have this problem but dont say I didn't warn you. Management is aware of issue and told us in advance, so we were on notice. I think they should lower the price on these rooms because there is not really much they can do.

Other than that, Cendana is a very nice resort. We even went back for a swim at their pools one other day while in Ubud.

We stayed for the second time in December 2011 and once again were bowled over by the quiet location in the heart of Ubud! This is a lovely, moderate price hotel with extremely helpful staff and great service if you ask for it (it will not necessarily be volunteered, which is the case the world over). So if you find something wrong just ring receptuion - our experience is that what few problems there might be are fixed instantly. The salt water pool overlooking the rice paddies is food for the soul in itself. Lovely breakfasts. Can't wait to return.

We stumbled across this hotel whilst we were looking for places to stay in Ubud during peak season time in December. We stayed here for 2 nights.

It was a great little place with decent rooms, mosquito net, large bathroom, a/c, comfy bed and great windows and door. The room had no wifi.

We stayed in a downstairs room that overlooked the rice paddy. It was away from the pools which was nice because it was peaceful.

Breakfast was included and it was good. We really enjoyed it. A good variety of food.

We thought it was overall a good place for the value and the location. But if you want upmarket, high end hotel, this is not the right choice. This hotel is in a great location, rooms are basic but decent and food is good. We would stay here again.

The Cendana is in an excellent location. It is set behind one of the main roads in Ubud, so it is quiet yet within walking distance to fantastic restaurants, shops, etc. I first stayed at the Cendana in 2006, and was very pleased to return. Our room was perfectly clean and included what seemed to be a new bathtub. Tip -- if you are on the second floor you can enjoy better views of the rice paddy. The pools are both lovely, and the breakfast is nice as well.