After the Bomb blast happened in Bali in 2002, there have been a big tendency of trend/lifestyle of tourists travelling to Bali. A lot of tourists started prefer to staying at small private villas than staying at big hotels. Their reasons as staying at private villas , they can feel sense of more comfortable, more relaxing, luxury, any personalized services touch, much more privacy, safety and secure. Now it is your choice !
In more assisting you to select accommodation in Bali, herewith I would like to give you some information about classified & categorized hotels & villas in Bali from budget to luxury ones:
HOTEL GRADE/RATING
Most of Travel Agencies assign the grade/rating hotels based on their direct inspection to the hotels or based on the t local rating system by their own system.
· BUDGET** Accommodation offering economical prices basic compact rooms and with limited services & facilities.
· MODERATE*** Accommodation offering a comfortable standard of room, some public areas such as a restaurant and/or bar, either on site pr close by
· SUPERIOR**** Accommodation offering well appointed rooms and a wide range of facilities and public range of facilities and public areas, supported by a high lever of service.
· DELUXE***** Accommodation offering the highest standard generally available, with fully equipped room and excellent facilities supported by outstanding service.
HOTELS & VILLAS IN BALI
KUTA & TUBANKUTA-The most various of hotel categories (budget, moderate, superior and deluxe grades) are established in Kuta.it is home to a dazzling range of accommodation ranging from cheap hotels to 5 Star resorts. Most of cheap /budget hotels in Kuta are located at the area of east side, not directly on the beach. Small hotels or budget hotels within the area are all offering standard facilities with air conditioned room, private bathroom or shower and close to the shopping center of Jalan Kuta - Legian and the lanes of Poppies. Staying at this type of hotel one must accept the certain condition which might not be internationally standard, especially the services spirit of the staff, beside their language proficiency and authority given by the owner of the hotel.
For overseas visitors, especially from Australian & New Zealand, as if Kuta is their second home. They come and stay at hotels around Kuta repeatedly. For Domestic tourists, particularly for students, Kuta is also the most favorite & interesting destination for them because the hotels prices here are still much reached out. Besides, Kuta is 24 hours of busiest tourism spots with its shopping center , entertainment and nightlife. Those make all main roads at Kuta area are often traffic jam and crowded during school holidays & public holidays ( periods of May-July, Idul Fitri and New Year) - the choice is yours!
TUBAN-situated at the southern of Kuta , it is just several minutes drives to the International Ngurah Rai Airport. Although Tuban is few minutes walks from the Kuta central, but a world away from the hustle and bustle of Kuta. The beach in Tuban is protected by a reef so the waters are safer here and ideally for families with kids, as are the nearby attractions (like Waterbom).
Along the Tuban beach, there are many 4 & 5 star hotels with exotic beach views to the west. The hotels & resorts have formed "The South Kuta Beach Business Association".Besides the 4 & 5 star hotels, in Tuban area area also many cheap and budget hotels , but their location are not directly at the beach, but at among of the local business areas or local residences . Their locations are very difficult reachable with bus or big cars. They can be only accessed with mini van or taxis. The list of moderate, superior and deluxe grade of hotels & resorts established at Kuta & Tuban area are the followings:
- Aneka Beach Bungalow at Jl. Bakungsari Kuta 80361 , ph: (0361) 752067/Fax: (0361) 752892
- Hotel Bali Oberoi, at Jl. Kayu Aya, P.O.Box 351 Kuta, ph (0361) 751061, 730361/Fax: (0361) 730791
- Hotel Bali Padma at Jl. Padma 01 Legian, Legian P.O.Box. 1107 TBB ph.(0361) 752111,751723/Fax: (0361) 752140
- Hotel Agung Beach Bungalow at Jl. Bakungsari Kuta 80361/ph (0361) 751246/Fax: (0361) 753752
- Hard Rock Bali at Jl.Pantai, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta/ph 0361-761869
- Bali Dynasti Resort at Jl.Kartika Plaza, Kuta/ph 0361-752403
- Discavery Kartika Plaza Hotel at Jl.Kartika Plaza, Kuta/ph.: 0361-751067
- Kuta Seaview Cottages at Jl.Kuta Seaview ph .0361-751961
- Bali Niksoma – Boutique Hotel at Jl.Legian Padma Kaja, Legian/ph.0361-751946
- Kuta Paradiso at Jl.Kartika Plaza, Kuta/ph.0361-761414
- Santika Hotel at Jl.Kartika Plaza at 0361-751267
Poppies Bali at Kuta, Bali/ph. 0361-751059
Located just north of Kuta offers visitors the chance to enjoy a more peaceful area. It is all about discovering great little restaurants, cafes, shops and bars in it's myriad lanes and streets, as well as along it's beautiful beachfront. A lot of hotels and resorts at Legian area offer a more quite atmosphere than those of it's Kuta neighbors, with most enjoying a high repeat clientele, returning year after year.
Most of cheap /budget hotels in Kuta are also located at the area of east side, not directly on the beach . Whereas big and more expensive hotels & resort at Legian are located along the Beach of Legian. The roads toward among the hotels are generally still difficult enough to be accessed by bigger car or bus, and practically only small cars such as taxi and mini van can easily pass the area .
The followings are list of hotels & villas at Legian area:
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Seminyak is situated at the North of Legian. It is more tranquil ambiance than Legian & Kuta. Those Seminyak is more identical & popular with its Villas than any other area in Bali - most with their own private pools - a real favorite and ideal for groups of friends getting away together, families, as well as new couples /honeymooners. After the first Bomb blast happened in 2002, Seminyak becomes the most favorite area for tourists both from Domestic and overseas for spending holidays . The visitors feel more secure , safety , quiet, relax and privacy staying at hotels & villas around Seminyak area . Besides, they can enjoy the center of entertainment /nightlife nearby . the followings are list of hotels & villas at Seminyak area:
KEROBOKAN
Directly the north of Seminyak. We can feel quiet and relaxing atmosphere here. Kerobokan has the widest area with dozens of villas from private villas to hotels style villa with more than 40 villas offering the tourists with complete & luxury facilities. Besides these, they also offer special services and benefits like , personal touch, VIP treatments, privacy, comfortable, safety and security . The nuances are created in order to give nice impression for guests feel at home. The Hotels & villas at Kerobokan area :CANGGU
The followings are hotels & Villas establishen in Canggu area:
JIMBARANLocated at the south of Kuta & Tuban . The situation in this area is still very tranquil and relaxing. The beach is white-sandy with its beautiful panorama to the West. Jimbaran is well-known as as Bali's finest beach resort area, Jimbaran is an un-spoilt fishing village that has attracted some of the world's most exclusive resort hotels such as the Intercontinental, Ritz Carlton and Four Seasons, making it the ideal destination for honeymooners and those looking for something 'special'.
In the late afternoon the stunning sunsets make Jimbaran a popular destination for beachside weddings. Even in the evenings, the picturesque bay comes alive with its famous BBQ seafood restaurants set up on the beach, attracting large crowds seeking the ultimate 'feet in the sand' dining experience. The followings are the hotels , resort & villas established at Jimbaran area:
- Hotel Bali Internasional Resort at Jl. Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran ph.(0361) 701020, 701888/Fax: (0361) 755056
NUSA DUA & TANJUNG BENOA
Nusa dua is located on the Bukit Peninsula on the south-eastern end of Bali .It is known as the premier resort enclave of Bali, with a string of internationally acclaimed five and six star luxury resorts lining its sands. Perfect for Bali family holidays and honeymoons alike, nearly all resorts are set amongst lush manicured gardens with a wide array of recreational choices. Many with fabulously indulgent spas! Nusa Dua is a self contained world in itself, boasting the fabulous Bali Collection shopping centre, with fashion boutiques and restaurants, as well as an 18-hole golf course and of course long quiet stretches of white sandy beaches.
Indeed there is not any cheap or butget hotels available at Nusa Dua area , however, on the next door of Nusa Dua, i.e. Tanjung Benoa, we can find various of hotels categories from budget, moderate, superior up to deluxe grade. Besides, Tanjung Benoa is also very popular as the most ideal place for attractions of snorkelling, parasailing, sailing, surfing and a lot more….
The list of hotels & Villas in Nusa Dua & Tanjung Benoa Regions such as;
- Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort. Atourism region of Btdc Lot. 1, Nusa Dua
- Ayodya Resort Bali. Address : Jalan Pantai Mengiat P.O Box 46, Nusa Dua
- Nusa Dua Beach Hotel. Address : Nusa Dua Region, Lot North 4, Nusa Dua
- The Bali Khama a Beach Resort and Spa. Address : Jl. Pratama P.O. Box 134 Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua
- The Bale. Address : Jl. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Nusa Dua
- The Hill Villas. Address : Jalan Taman Giri, Banjar Mumbul, Nusa Dua
- Sekar Nusa Villas. Address : Jln. Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Sawangan , Nusa Dua
- Swiss-Belhotel Bay View Hotel,Suites and Villas. Address : Jl. Kebo Iwa, Taman Mumbul, Nusa Dua
- Grand Hyatt Bali. Address : PO. BOX 53 NUSA DUA, Nusa Dua, ph. 0361-771234
- Villa Karang Bali. Address : 8 Jalan Karang Tinggi, Banjar Jaba Pura, Desa Kutuh, Nusa Dua
- Bali Desa Nusa Dua. Address : at Region of Nusa Dua Bali Indonesia, Nusa Dua
- Grand Bali Mirage Resort 5, Jl. Pratama 72 Tanjung Benoa,0361-771888
- Aston Bali at Tanjung Benoa ph. 0361-773577
- Club Bali Mirage at Jl. Pratama 72 Tanjung Benoa ph. 0361-772147
- Conrad Bali Resort & Spa at Jl. Pratama Raya no. 168 0361-778788
- Hotel Amanusa at Jl. P.O.Box 322 Nusa Dua 80364, No ph. (0361) 772333 Fax: (0361) 772335
- Hotel Bali Resort Palace at Jl. Pratama Tanjung P.O.Box 39 Denpasar 80364 , ph: (0361) 772239, 772026 Fax: (0361) 772237
- Hotel Bali Tropical Palace at Jl. Pratama 34/A Tanjung Bemoa,P.O.Box. 41 Denpasar 80364, ph. (0361) 772130
Fax: (0361) 772130 - Hotel Bualu Village at Nusa Dua Bali, ph. (0361) 771310, Fax: (0361) 771313
- Sheraton Lagoon Resort at region of BTDC Lot.2, ph : 0361-771801
- Amanusa ar Area of Bali Golf & Country Club, Nusa Dua, ph. 0361-772333
- Swiss Bel Hotel Bali Aga at the south of Nusa Dua area, ph. 0361-776688
SANUR
Sanur is located on the south-eastern coast. The beach is white-sandy. Sanur is popular with its beautiful sunrise. Besides this, the environment touch is still tranquil, far from the crowded of the daily busiest activities. The location can be reached with only 30 minutes drives from Kuta, the charming fishing village of Sanur was one of Bali's first beach resorts, and still retains its Balinese character and village ambience. Essentially still a sleepy fishing village, Sanur is great for romantic evening walks, where you'll discover a distinctive village community whilst browsing through a lot of shops and friendly markets . Many overseas tourists, especially from European countries are very interested in visiting and staying at hotels & resorts, and villas around Sanur area.
The beach of Sanur is sheltered from the surf by a coral reef creating a lazy lagoon, perfect for children and families. This is an ideal spot for all sorts of water activities like snorkeling, swimming, windsurfing and outrigger sailing. Hotels, resorts, boutique hotels and villas at Sanuar area are:
- Grand Bali Beach at Jl. Hangtuah-Sanur Bali ph.0361-288511
- Sanur Beach at Jl. Danau Tamblingan-Sanur ph.0361-288011
- Bali Hyatt Resort at Jl. Danau Tamblingan-Sanur ph. 0361-281234
- Inna Sindhu Beach 4 at Jl. Pantai Sindhu-Sanur ph. 0361-288351
- Balun Bali / Jasmine at Jl. Cokroaminoto no. 23 Dps
- Sanur Par Plaza Suites at Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai-Sanur ph.0361-261481
- Sanur Par Plaza Hotel at Jl. Hangtuah no.46-Sanur ph.0361-281781
- Taman Suci at Jl. Imam Bonjol-Denpasar ph 0361-484445
- Mercure Resort Sanur at Jl. Mertasari-Sanur
- Abian Srama Hotel at Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai Sanur 80228 , ph: (0361) 288415 Fax: (0361) 288673
- Hotel Alit’s Beach Bungalow at Jl. Pantai Sanur P.O.Box 102 Denpasar 80227 , ph: (0361)288567, 288576
Fax: (0361) 288766
TANAH LOT
Tanah lot belongs to Tabanan Regency. Along the trip to reach the location, you can enjoy the nice views of rice-fields terraces spread over left and right sides of the road. There is a amazing temple standing on the rock . You can also enjoy the most beautiful sunset at Tanah Lot. Besides, these, along and around Tanah Lot beach, you can rent a horse for riding, there is a professional trainer will guide you for the horse riding. Make tour and holidays at Tanah Lot will give you different sense of the Island.
Tanah lot belongs to Tabanan Regency. Along the trip to reach the location, you can enjoy the nice views of rice-fields terraces spread over left and right sides of the road. There is a amazing temple standing on the rock . You can also enjoy the most beautiful sunset at Tanah Lot. Besides, these, along and around Tanah Lot beach, you can rent a horse for riding, there is a professional trainer will guide you for the horse riding. Make tour and holidays at Tanah Lot will give you different sense of the Island.
UBUD
Ubud is one of interesting places in Gianyar Regency. It is only just one hour drive from the International Ngurah Rai Airport, situated in the cool mountains. You much feel a touch of arts & culture in deep. The exotic panorama with beautiful rice-field terraces offer a great sense of relaxing, safety and peaceful.Ubud becomes well-known in the world because of its unique painting style, artistic, centre of culture and art in Bali. There are various hotels, boutique hotels and villas can be found in Ubud area from budget hotels up to luxury/deluxe hotels grades. They are the followings:
- Hotel Amandari at Jl BR Kedewatan Ubud P.O.Box. Ubud 80571, ph : (0361) 975333, Fax: (0361) 975335
- Alila Ubud at Payangan, Ubud, ph. 0361-975963
- Bali Spirit Hotel at Nyuh Kuning, Ubud,ph 0361-974013
- Kori Ubud Resort at Jl.Raya Sanggingan Tjampuhan, Ubud, ph : 0361-972487
- Alam Sari Keliki at Tegalalang, Gianyar, ph : 0361240308
- Arma Resort at Pengosekan, Ubud , ph : 0361-976659
CANDI DASA
Candi Dasa is one of interesting places at Karangasem Regency, about 90 minutes drives from Kuta . Candi Dasa is an active fishing village , it is a delightfully relaxed area, far from crowded of the busiest activities. Candi Dasa is truly for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle.Candi Dasa is surrounded by an array of hillside trails leading to breathtaking views along the beaches, across the headland and out to the Island of Nusa Penida. Candi Dasa is also the perfect place for those who love to laze in a hammock with their favourite book and soak up the relaxing atmosphere.
From budget hotels, cute traditional cottages up to Luxurious Boutique Resorts can be found at Candidasa area, they are the followings:
NUSA LEMBONGAN
Nusa Lembongan is located around twenty kilometers off Bali's East Coast and just one hour catamaran cruise across the Bandung Strait. The water is crystal clear and is home to an array of marine life and coral reefs.
Most hotels located on Nusa Lembongan operate various water sports and other activities. You can also hire a motor bike from a local and ride your way around the Island. The environment around Nusa Lembongan is quiet, relaxing and peaceful . It just can found a few local shops, bars and restaurants in there. The resorts and villa established here are the followings:
SINGARAJA/LOVINALovina belongs to Buleleng Regency, located between Singaraja city and Seririt District. Although it has grey and black sandy, but it still remain look very nice, quiet, clean area and peaceful, far from the high pollution, crowded and daily busiest activities . Lovina is very well-known with the Dolphins which often looks up and down on the calm water. With its situation, ideally for enjoying the fantastic views in the sea through various of marine activities, such as fishing, swimming, diving and snorkeling. You must enjoy the first nice experience in your life. Nor so far from Lovina , you can continue your trip to several other popular tourism objects, i.e., Banjar hot spring(this hot spring is landscaped with lush beautiful tropical plants), Buddhist Vihara as well as the exotic Singsing Waterfalls.
In Singaraja/Lovina, there area many hotels & Villas from budget to Superio categories :
- Puri Bagus Lovina,at Jl.Raya Seririt, Singaraja, Ph. 0362-21430
- Aditya Beach Resort, at Jl.Raya Lovina, Singaraja, ph : 0362-41059
- Sol Lovina Villas & Spa Resort at Jl.Raya Lovina, Singaraja, ph : 0362-41775