I'm traveling in Bali August 4-23. I have my first 8 days of lodging set (a little north and inland from Legian) but want to get to see different parts of the island, particularly the east around Candidasa, and some of the central areas around the mountainous region, and also perhaps a couple nights over on Lombok. Do you advise me to book lodging in advance, or that time of year do you think it's easy to find once I arrive? I will stay budget to mid-range, just so long as it's clean, quiet, with good access to transpo/food/etc. A/C not necessary, but I'd like it to be comfortable heat-wise ...

All suggestions very much appreciated!