where to stay in bali?

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 or Jimbaran, with a stay near the beaches in East Bali, or up in the highlands near Ubud, or the mountains near Munduk. 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

Uluwatu 

52min (19km)

Surfing, cliff top views, hidden beaches and high end beach clubs. Laid back vibes.

Uluwatu Temple- Kewak Fire show, Play Golf, take lunch at Ulu Cliff House, escape the crowds at Nyang Nyang Beach.

The Backyard Bingin

Jimbaran

29 mins (12km)

Long beaches and fresh seafood. With a mall, shops and restaurants

See the famous seafood market, watch the sunset at Tegal Wangi beach, visit GWK Cultural Park,  stroll through the Sidewalk shopping mall.

Villa Champa, Villa Leana, Villa Amanie

Seminyak

30 mins (9km)

Long flat beaches, 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. Dance the night away at La Favela or Shishi

Istana Semer, Villa Reina

Umalas

36 mins (13km)

Rolling rice paddies, and cosy cafes and eateries. Central to Seminyak and Canggu

Take in lunch at the Nook, take a scooter and explore the cafes, restaurants and rice fields.

Istana Semer, Villa Reina

Canggu

43 mins (15 km)

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.

Villa Rusa Biru,  Villa Wiljoba

Pererenan

60 mins (19 km)

Rolling rice fields, cosy cafes

Do breakfast at The Brunch Club, dinner at Shelter, enjoy a cold beer on the beach at sunset, explore the picturesque neighbourhood.

Villa Krtajna, Villa Laguna

Ubud

116 mins (46 km)

Bohemian vibe, Rice paddies, Royal Palace, Yoga and monkeys!

 

Villa Kalisha

Candidasa

112 mins (62 km)

White sandy beaches, clear seas and healthy marine life

 

Villa Talia Vashti, Villa Anjani, Villa Dahlia

Klungkung

76 mins (36 km)

Black sandy beaches, sweeping sea views

 

Bougain Villa,