Catherine,
We're going to Bali April 6th. and will return the 16th. We'll be in Ubud a few days, and would be more than happy to pass along what we scope out unless you're travelling during that time. We were in Ubud for a couple days last year and loved it. We stayed at Biyukukung Suites which was really nice, but a little walk from the center of town. (15min.)
This time we are going to find a less expensive place and just 'wing it' a little more. We know a guy there (through friends who have been there a few times) who is more than willing to pick us up at the airport and transport/tour us wherever we would like. We can also pass along his name and e-mail if you like.
With tourism so down, places are pretty desperate for business. The manager of Biyukukung last year has changed to Villa Wanakerta and we e-mail each other occassionally. He told us they went a whole month without a guest! We'd probably stay there, except it's a little higher end than we want.
Let me know if we can be of help. Just PM me and maybe then remind me when we get back!
Dennis