Bali offers a huge variety of different environments, sights and experiences and we know that sometimes it can be hard to decide where is the best place to base yourself in Bali for your trip.
So to maybe help you here are a few brief descriptions of each main area that visitors like to stay at, and as you will see they all offer something quite different.
The best thing though is that if you want to experience more than one area, that is no problem. Our villas are located all around Bali, and many of our guests stay at multiple different villas when they come.
One of the best combinations is to combine a stay in a central location like Seminyak or Canggu, with a stay near the beaches in East Bali, or up in the highlands near Ubud. This allows you to enjoy some of the best nightlife and restaurants in the South of Bali, before enjoying the remote beaches and scenic sea views in the East of Bali, and the lush green jungle, rolling rice fields, and cool air of the highlands.
Our team is ready to advise you on the best possible itinerary to fit your budget, group size and length of stay.
AREA | DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT | FAMOUS FOR | THINGS TO SEE & DO | WHERE TO STAY |
Bingin/ | 50min (19km) | Surfing, cliff top views, hidden beaches and high end beach clubs. Laid back vibes. | Surf at Padang Padang; Walk along the cliffs at Uluwatu Temple and then catch the spectacular Kecak Fire show; Lunch at a swanky beach club such as Ulu Cliff House or El Cabron; Escape the crowds at Nyang Nyang Beach; Book a yoga session and enjoy a great smoothie. | The Backyard Bingin |
Jimbaran / Ungasan | 25 mins (12km) | Long beaches and fresh seafood. With a mall, shops and restaurants | Eat fresh seafood on Jimbaran beach; Watch the sunset at Tegal Wangi beach, visit the GWK Cultural Park and take in a sunset and traditional dance at Jendela restaurant, stroll through the Sidewalk shopping mall, snorkel in the rock pools at Balangan, and enjoy a cold beer in a local warung on the beach. | Villa Champa, Villa Leana, Villa Amanie |
Seminyak / Legian | 30 mins (9km) | Long flat beaches and sunsets, sleek bars, malls, tourist markets and famous restaurants and beach clubs. | Drink a coconut on a beach bean bag at La Plancha, enjoy sunset, cocktails and good DJ’s at Potato Head or Ku De Ta. Dance the night away at La Favela or Shishi; Spend a super fun day on the water slides at Waterbom; | Villa Nyumpene, Istana Semer, Villa Reina |
Umalas | 35 mins (13km) | Rolling rice paddies, and cosy cafes and eateries. Easy Access to Seminyak and Canggu | Take in lunch at Nook, or a mexican dinner and fun at Tacos Aqui; hire a scooter and explore the cafes, restaurants and rice fields; and then head to Canggu or Seminyak beach. | Istana Semer, Villa Reina |
Canggu / Batu Bolong | 45 mins | Health food cafes, MMA gyms, nightlife and surfing | Take in Sunset at La Brisa, enjoy dinner at Mosto organic wine bar, dance the night away at Finns, listen to live music at Old Man’s, or take a surf lesson at Batu Bolong. | Villa Rusa Biru, Villa Wiljoba |
Ubud | 90 mins | Bohemian vibe, Rice paddy walks, Temples and Palaces and Balinese Dancing, Yoga and markets and monkeys! | Explore Ubud market or Tegallalang for presents; enjoy lunch in the Lotus Cafe right by the palace; walk the Campuhan ridge, or explore the rice terraces at Tegallalang; take in a dance performance in the evening; wander down to see the Monkeys at Monkey Forest temple; cleanse yourself at Tirta Empul temple; do the night safari at Bali zoo with the kids. | Villa Kalisha |
Candidasa | 95 mins | Calm, white sand beaches, laid back beach bars, water palaces, diving and snorkeling | Swim in the crystal clear pools at Tirta Gangga water palace; Dive the liberty wreck at Tulumben; Explore the medieval walled village of Tenganan; Take in some excellent live Jazz at Vincent’s restaurant; Go snorkeling in front of our villas or from Mendira Beach; Hire a traditional Jukung and go fishing; Watch traditional ceremonies at the local village temple. | Villa TaliaVashti |
Klungkung | 60 mins | Black sandy beaches, sweeping sea views; Easy Access to Sanur and Ubud and Candidasa | Take in the stunning sea views; book a trip to local waterfalls; organise an easy visit to Ubud, Sanur or Candidasa, all just 30 minutes away; go surfing at Keramas; eat with Lions at Bali Safari Park, and wash away the heat at the waterpark afterwards; Go out and explore everything Bali has to offer! | Bougain Villa, |
| Sanur | 45 minutes (17km) | 14km Beach Walk; super calm and shallow seas; wide flat beaches; laid back vibe. | Hire bicycles and explore the beach walk; marvel at kites the size of cars at the Kite Festival at Mertasari Beach; Learn to Paddle Board; Make a sand castle with the kids; Take a fastboat over to the Menjangan or Penida | Villa Matahari Terbit |
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