Denpasar is the largest city and capital of the island of Bali, Indonesia. It is located in South Bali.

Understand

Denpasar is a bustling, multi-cultural city and although it can seem a little intimidating the first time you visit, just do not believe those travel guides which say it has nothing to offer.

Denpasar is bristling with temples, palaces and museums and its occupants are outstandingly friendly. You will be off the beaten tourist track here, so bring lots of time for a chat with the locals and a decent map of town. You can see many of the main sights comfortably on foot.

This is also a notable shopping city with options to please even the most jaded of world shoppers.

Denpasar is the seat of government in Bali and is therefore home to the provincial governor’s office as well as the administration of the Regency of Badung.

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Tourist Information Office

Jalan Surapati 6, Denpasar. ☎ +62 361 234569. 8AM-4PM. A source of information for current events in the city and for picking up a free map.

Get in

By road

Denpasar is centrally located and easily reached by car or taxi from the main tourist regions of south Bali. A trip from Kuta, Legian and Seminyak will take 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. Sanur is just 15 minutes to the east and Ubud about 30 minutes to the north.  Tabanan is about 40 minutes to the northwest.

A pre-paid taxi from the airport will cost between Rp 70,000-100,000, depending on exactly where in Denpasar you are heading to.

By bus

The main bus terminal of Denpasar is Mengwi. The former bus terminal is Ubung, which is now only a bemo terminal.

Most buses to and from Java depart from here.

• To and from Surabaya, Java: expect to pay Rp 175.000 – Rp 200.000 by eksekutif night bus depend on the bus operator (famous: restu, wisata Komodo), including the ferry trip between Banyuwangi and Gilimanuk, mineral water and a meal. Buses arrive in the Bungurasih bus terminal in Surabaya. Depart everyday 7PM, duration 10 hr.
• Other services operate to and from most big cities in Java, including Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Bandung and Semarang.
• For high season idul fitri and new year allowing extra Rp 50.000 – Rp 100.000 per ride per person

By bemo

The bemo centre of Bali is Ubung. Inconveniently, bemo terminals are scattered all around town, and transfers between them can be time and money consuming. The major ones are:

• Batubulan, 6 km northeast, for points central and east: (Besakih, Candidasa, Kintamani, Klungkung, Padang Bai, Ubud).
• Tegal, to the west, for southern Bali: (Kuta, Legian,Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Bukit Peninsula).
• Ubung, to the north, for points north and west: (Gilimanuk, Negara, Singaraja, Tabanan).

Always ask a local for the normal price before getting in or expect to be charged a price up to ten times what it should be.

Don’t forget that a bemo departs when it wants (usually when it is “full enough”), which can sometimes require a lengthy wait, except in the early morning, where they are rather frequent. In any case, you won’t find any bemo after 4PM.

Travel by train to Denpasar

There is no train station in Denpasar, since there are actually no trains in Bali. But a travel agency in the Ubung bus terminal has an agreement with Kerata Api, the Indonesian train company.

You can buy so-called “train tickets” to and from Surabaya, including a bus (air-conditioned) to Banyuwangi, and the ferry between Gilimanuk and Banyuwangi, and then a train from Banyuwangi to Surabaya.

Price: Low season Business: Rp190.000 – Rp 235.000 Executive: Rp 240.000 – Rp 290.000

high season (eid fitri and new year) Business: Rp 255.000 – Rp 300.000 Executive: Rp 310.00- Rp 360.000

Business: air conditioning, seat can not be reclined, less leg space Executive: air conditioning​, seat can be reclined, more leg space, have leg rest

Those prices include a commission to the travel agency.

There are two services in each direction, each day:

• 22:00 from Surabaya arrival 04:15 in Banyuwangi, arrival approx 11.30 noon in Denpasar.
• 14:45 from Denpasar, train departing 22:00 from Banyuwangi, arrival 04:17 in Surabaya.

Get around

Denpasar can be a bit steamy and the traffic pollution a worry, but the centre of this city does lend itself to getting around on foot and walking is recommended.

By taxi

Taxis are widely available for hailing. If you have a group of people, you may want to negotiate a bemo (small van) for a set rate to your destination. Remember that pricing is negotiable. Indonesians are great people, however, they won’t think twice about overcharging you if they can.

By bemo

Bemo routes in Denpasar are extremely complicated. In addition to the three terminals described in the section above which operate longer distance bemos, there are three more which handle the local routes (as do the long distance terminals!) – Gunung Agung, Sanglah and Kereneng. Unless you are very patient and somewhat adventurous, bemo transport within Denpasar is best left to the locals to figure out. As a rule of thumb though most routes in the city seem to come through Kereneng Terminal on Jalan Kamboja at some stage.

To go from one bemo terminal to another within the city, the fixed price is Rp 7,000 although non-Indonesians may be asked to pay much more. A taxi can work out cheaper, is certainly faster and is indescribably more comfortable.

By motorbike

As elsewhere in Bali, motorbikes can be rented, although it is more normal for a visitor to arrive with a bike rather than rent one here.

See

When visiting any of the temples in Denpasar, remember to bring a sarong and sash with you. These temples receive relatively few foreign visitors and are unlikely to have temple dress available for hire or loan.

• Alun-Alun Puputan (Puputan Square), Jl Gajah Mada/Jl Suprati. The huge four-faced, eight-armed Catur Mukha statue is situated here at the centre point of the city. Representing the Lord Brahma and it serves as a guardian of each cardinal point. The square is a key point of orientation for the whole city. If you get lost, find your way back here and all will be clear. 
• Bali Museum (Museum Negeri Propinsi Bali), Jl Mayor Wisnu (eastern side of the Alun-Alun Puputan), . Sa-Th 08:00-15:30, F 08:00-11:00. A much under-patronised place by visitors which offers an informative introduction to all things Balinese, both historical and modern-day. Originally opened in 1910, the building was brought down in the 1917 earthquake and languished until 1932 when resident German artist Walter Spies sparked a major revival. The grounds and architecture are quite charming, and the museum is housed in four separate pavilions. The main pavilion has a great collection including ancient stone, bronze and wooden artifact. The southern pavilion houses many textiles, the northern pavilion concentrates on the history of Balinese performance art, and the central pavilion is devoted to Balinese Hinduism and ritual. If this place was in Kuta or Nusa Dua it would be swamped with tourists. Rp 11,000. 

• Lapangan Puputan Margarana (Puputan Park), Jl Raya Puputan. This rather grandiose park is home to the huge Bajra Sandhi monument (literally Balinese Peoples Struggle). The design of the grey stone monument symbolises the date of Indonesian independence, August 17th 1945. There are eight entrances, 17 corners and the height is 45 m. The monument is most significant though for its commemoration of the various puputans (suicidal fight to the death) of the Balinese in the struggle against the Dutch in the early 20th century. At the northern edge of the park you will find the governor’s office and other government buildings. 
• Palace of Satria and the Royal Temples, Jl Veteren (about 300 metres north of Alun-Alun Puputan). 08:00-16:00 daily. The palace and temple of the royal family of Denpasar which is beautifully kept. It is open to all residents of Denpasar for worship. Some wonderfully ornate carvings, even by Balinese standards. Donation. 
• Pura Agung Jagatnata (Jagatnata Temple) (Adjacent to the northern boundary of the Bali Museum). A state temple which was built in 1953. Dedicated to the supreme being Sanghyang Widi Wasa, this temple is open to all worshipers without any restriction as it is a government building and not a village temple. There are large ceremonies here twice a month at full moon and dark moon. Ask at the tourist office for a detailed schedule. 

• Pura Maospahit (Maospahit Temple), Jl Sutomo. An ancient temple with a long and glorious history thought to originate in the 14th century. This is a temple typical of the peak of the Majapahit period being constructed largely from red brick. Sadly, much of it was destroyed in the early 20th century earthquake but there are some original remnants including the guardian statues in the inner courtyard. This is a charming temple and one which is seldom visited by tourists, and so there’s every chance you will have it to yourself. 
• Sidik Jari Museum (Finger Painting Museum), Jl Hayam Wuruk 175, . 09:00-17:00 daily. Small, private fine art museum established and owned by I Gusti Ngurah Gede Pemecutan and which exhibits his own work as well as that of other artists. Also has facilities for public dance and other performances. 
• Taman Wedhi Budaya Cultural Centre, Jl Nusa Indah, . 08:00-15:30 daily. A museum that covers the history and essence of Balinese art. The classical schools are well represented by both paintings and sculpture and there is a large section featuring contemporary Balinese art. Gamelan orchestra performances are also held. Rp 3,000. 

What to do in Denpasar

It is very much worth finding information from the official tourism office about scheduled cultural events in Denpasar. These are many and varied and include, dance, puppet theatre and art exhibitions.

Otherwise, apart from the numerous sights and excellent shopping, there are not really any specific activities to recommend in Denpasar.

Buy

Contrary to what you might read in many guide books, the best shopping in Bali is in Denpasar.

• Badung Central Market, Jl Gajah Mada is best visited in the early morning. The ground level is devoted to fresh foodstuffs, dried food and spices are on the second level and handicrafts can be found on the top level.
• Duta Silk, fabulous silk emporium located at Block 1, Komplex Duta Permai (next to Matahari Department store) on Jalan Dewi Sartika.
• Gold, competitive jewellery prices abound in Jl Hasanuddin and Jl Sulawesi.
• The myriad of small stores selling fabrics and local works in Jl Gajah Mada and Jl Thamrin will keep happy even the most jaded of world shoppers.
• There are several shopping malls in Denpasar, the most notable being Ramayana on Jl Diponegoro, Matahari Duta Plaza on Jl Dewi Sartika and Robinsons opposite Matahari. These malls have a huge range of stores selling everything from clothing to arts and crafts as well as more everyday shops such as pharmacies.

Eat

Denpasar is a melting pot of different cultures from all over Indonesia. There are few places where the results of the government trans-migration policy are more evident than here. For that reason it is a wonderful place to eat with restaurants specialising in different regional and ethnic Indonesian cuisines. Sometimes this can all seem a bit inaccessible and hard to find for visitors, so do not be shy to ask your driver or at your hotel.

• Atoom Bara, Jl Gajah Mada 106-108, . Chinese restaurant specialising in seafood. It appears unimpressive but the food is fantastic. 
• Ayam Goreng Nyonya Suharti, Jl Gatot Subroto 109, Ubung, . Famous fried chicken cooked with an old family recipe from Java. A bit out of the way but definitely worth the effort in getting there. 
• Ayam Taliwang, Jl Teuku Umar, . A restaurant noted for the Lombok speciality of Ayam Taliwang (grilled or fried young chicken). Spicy and delicious. 
• Bali Bakery, Jl Hayam Wuruk 181, Tanjung Bungkak, . 8AM to 9.30PM. Long established bakery and bistro/cafe. Very good quality bread, pastries and cakes produced fresh every day. Large lunch and dinner menu which includes local favorites and some well chosen international dishes. 
• Cianjur, Jl Cok Agung Tresna, Renon, . Named after a town in Western Java, its dishes are influenced by Sundanese cuisine. A little out of the city centre in the suburb of Renon. The grilled and sour-sweet Ikan Gurame is especially recommended. 
• Kak Man, Jl Teuku Umar 135, . This place is an absolute institution. Truly excellent Balinese food including bebek betutu (smoked duck). 
• Kereneng Night Market (Pasar Malam Kereneng), Jl Hayam Wuruk/Jl Kamboja. This market starts up at sunset eveyday and is open until dawn. All manner of Indonesian food served from dozens of stalls. It is rough and ready, but the food is excellent and 100% authentic. 
• Warung Nasi Bali, Jl Hayam Wuruk 69A, . Excellent local food at very good prices. Highly recommended for a real tate of Indonesia in a very authentic environment. 
• Warung Wardani, Jl Yudistira 2, . Excellent Indonesian cuisine. Look no further than the Nasi Campur (rice with various spicy side dishes) which is what everyone comes here to eat. 

The foodcourts on the upper levels of Denpasar’s department stores all serve surprisingly good food at excellent value prices. Try Ramayana, Matahari and Tiara Dewata department stores.

• Ramayana (Jalan Diponegoro, Matahari Duta Plaza). Ramayana on Jalan Diponegoro, Matahari Duta Plaza on Jalan Dewi Sartika and Robinsons opposite Matahari. These malls have a huge range of stores selling everything from clothing to arts and crafts as well as more everyday shops such as pharmacies. 

Drink

There are bars and nightlife in Denpasar but these are best left alone by visitors who will feel much more at home in Seminyak, Legian and Kuta.

• Bali Bakery, Jl Hayam Wuruk 181, Tanjung Bungkak. Long established bakery and bistro/cafe. Very good quality bread, pastries and cakes produced fresh every day. Large lunch and dinner menu which includes local favorites and some well chosen international dishes. 
• Kereneng Night Market (Pasar Malam Kereneng), Jl Hayam Wuruk/Jl Kamboja. This market starts up at sunset eveyday and is open until dawn. All manner of Indonesian food served from dozens of stalls. It is rough and ready, but the food is excellent and authentic. 
• Warung Nasi Bali, Jl Hayam Wuruk 69A. Excellent local food at very good prices. Highly recommended for a real tate of Indonesia in a very authentic environment. 
• Bhineka Jaya Kopi Bali, Jl Gajah Madah 80, . An absolute must for coffee lovers. Indonesia produces some of the best coffee in the world and here you can order your favorite brew as well as buy the beans. Products include coffee from Central Java, Toraja from Sulawesi, Mandailing from Sumatra and of course the very best of Bali coffee. The outlet of the famous Butterfly Globe brand. 

Where to stay in Denpasar

There are many small budget hotels in Denpasar which are primarily aimed at domestic business travellers as few foreign tourists stay in the city here. These are reasonably priced and comfortable enough. Within a 500 m walk of the Alul-Alun Puputan there are many options which will nearly always have availability. Shop around.

• Aston Denpasar Hotel and Conference Centre, Jl Gatot Subroto Barat No 283, . 3/4 star hotel from the Aston chain. Probably the best standard hotel in Denpasar but very much aimed at the conference and business travel market. from about Rp 800,000. 
• Genesis Hotel and Spa, Jl Bypass Ngurah Rai 888, . 4 star hotel & spa with 5 suites and 71 rooms, including 9 sets of interconnecting rooms for families. Easy access to the main Jl Ngurah Rai bypass. Rates start from US$ 85. 
• Inna Bali Inn (Natour Bali Hotel), Jl Veteren, . Mid-market hotel owned by the government and designed principally for hosting conferences. Good city location though. Has an interesting colonial past and a few nice historical touches remain. Rp 400,000. 
• Merta Sari Hotel, Jl Hasanudin 24 (2 minutes walk south from the Alun-Alun Puputan), . Simple clean hotel. 
• Nakula Familiar Inn, Jl Nakula 4, . Huge, modern rooms, WiFi, each with a balcony and choice of fan or A/C, and a welcoming family-style. From Rp 130,000 single, Rp 150,000 double. 
• Taman Suci Hotel, Jl Imam Bonjol 45, . 45 room hotel in a strategic city position. Popular with domestic travellers. From Rp 325,000. 
• Tirta Lestari Hotel, Jl Nangka 62 (1 km north of the city centre), . Simple clean hotel which will appeal to travellers on a budget. From Rp 120,000. 

Cope

Several nations have a consulate in Denpasar:

•  Australian Consulate General in Denpasar, Bali, Jalan Tantular, No. 32, Renon, Denpasar (PO Box 3243), , fax: +62 361 221195. For emergency contact: Call +62 361 241118. Follow the instructions (press 4, wait for the information recording to begin and then press 6), this will connect you to the 24 hour Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra. The Australian consular service in Bali also provides a limited range of consular services to Canadian and New Zealand citizens. 
•  Austrian Representative for Consular Affairs in Denpasar, Bali, Jalan Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, , fax: +62 361 878 4466. Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00 Closed on Austrian and Indonesian holidays. 
•  Japanese Consulate General Branch Office in Denpasar, Bali, Jl Raya Puputan No 170, Renon, . 
•  Consulate of Switzerland in Denpasar, Bali, Jalan Ganetri 9 D, Gatot Subroto Timur, , fax: +62 361 878 4466. Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00 Closed on Swiss and Indonesian holidays. 
•  United States Consular Agency in Denpasar, Bali, Jl. Hayam Wuruk 310, , fax: +62 361 222-426. Mon-Fri 09:00-12:00 and 13:00-15:30. Closed on American and Indonesian holidays. 

If you don’t see the consulate you’re looking for in this section, check to see if it’s actually in Sanur, Kuta, Jimbaran or Legian, or see the “Cope” section of the Bali article for reference.

Go next

Virtually all of Bali can be accessed easily from Denpasar.

• After spending time in the crowded city, head 45 minutes north to Ubud for clean air and spiritual refreshment.
• The golden beaches of Sanur are just 15 minutes drive east.

Sanur is a town on the east coast of South Bali.

Understand

Sanur is Bali’s oldest upscale resort area and is a mature beach-side town. Despite the abundance of restaurants and accommodation, it has a quiet and relaxed feel to it. Sanur tends to appeal most to middle-aged and older families, especially Europeans. Most hotels in Sanur are big, with spacious gardens.

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The Sanur area is sandwiched between the main Jalan Ngurah Rai bypass and the beach. One main route called Jalan Danau Tamblingan runs north to south through the town and it is easy to orient yourself with reference to this road.

Get in

By car

Sanur is a 20-30 minute taxi ride from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, and a pre-paid coupon costs Rp 150,000. There are plenty of metered taxis all over the island who will be keen to take you to Sanur.

If you are driving yourself, this is one of the more staightforward areas of Bali to find as the main Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai is the western boundary of Sanur. There are many well signposted exit points from this main road into the heart of Sanur. Allow about 20 minutes driving time from Kuta or Legian, about 30 minutes from Seminyak or Ubud and 10 to 15 minutes from Denpasar.

By bus

Sanur is well serviced by shuttle buses and bemos from the north and south and also from Denpasar’s Tegal terminal.

The bus company Perama has its Sanur office in Jalan Hangtuah, and offers difrect transfer here from Candidasa, Kuta, Lovina, Padang Bai and Ubud.

There’s also a bus service called Trans Sarbagita that runs the following route Terminal Batu Bulan (Gianyar) – Tohpati (DPS) – Sanur (DPS) – Kuta Central Park (Badung) – Jimbaran (Badung) – Nusa Dua (Badung).

Kura-Kura Bus is another bus company that passes through Sanur and other popular areas in Bali.

By boat

Boats from Nusa Lembongan arrive at the beach at the end of Jalan Hangtuah, and detailed schedules are given in the Nusa Lembongan article.

Get around

Jalan Danau Tamblingan, the main street in Sanur, has a number of outlets for car, motorbike and bicycle rental. A large number of metered taxis patrol the streets looking for passengers. Local bemos run with some regularity up and down both Jalan Danau Tamblingan and Jalan Danau Poso.

Sanur is also a great place to walk. Distances are not large, the streets are relatively quiet, and there is a splendid, paved beach front path which runs the whole length of the district.

• Bali Store Luggage, Gang Telagasari 3, Jalan Danau Tempe I. You can store luggage here. (updated Apr 2016)

On foot

Walking in Sanur is pleasant. The pavement is about 2.5 m wide along Sanur Beach, suitable for the senior citizens who frequent this town to avoid the loud nightlife in nearby Kuta. Rental bikes sometimes use the pavement, too, but no motorcycles do.

See

This is a town with a wealth of cultural, natural and historical attractions, as well as the shopping and beach-related sights.

• International Kite Festival, Padang Galak beach (just north of Sanur, east off the main Jalan Ngurah Rai bypass). The annual international kite festival takes place here every July. Traditional Balinese giant kites up to 10 m in length are made and flown competitively by teams from different villages around Bali. The origins of this event are as a festival intended to send a message to the Hindu Gods to create abundant crops and harvests. Aside from the actual organised festival, from June to August each year, visitors will see many giant kites being flown. 
• Le Mayeur Museum, Jl Hangtuah (go the end of Jalan Hangtuah and turn right at the beach. Proceed along the paved footpath through the souvenir stalls and look for the entrance to the museum on your right), . Su-F 07:30-15:30. This is the former home of noted Belgian impressionist Adrian Jean Le Mayeur, which is now a museum dedicated to his works. Le Mayeur arrived in Bali in 1932 and soon immersed himself in the culture of the island, and married a noted Balinese Legong dancer. Much of the house stands just as it did when he died in 1958, and apart from viewing his works, visitors will gain an insight into what it must have been like to be one of Bali’s very first expats. The whole place is in need of some maintenance, but this remains one of Bali’s hidden treasures. Rp 10,000. (updated Apr 2016)
• Mangrove Information Centre (Mangrove Forest Suwung Kawuh), Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai Km. 21, Suwung Kauh (just south of Sanur, singposted east off the main Jl Bypass Ngurah Rai), . Daily 08:00-18:00. Visit the well-appointed Mangrove Information Centre set in the huge 600-hectare mangrove forest which fringes the east coast south of Sanur. There are two different boardwalks through the mangrove forest. This centre is doing great work in educating local schoolchildren as well as visitors, about the importance of mangrove forests. A good place to spend half a day for adults and children. Rp 200,000 for foreigners, Rp 50,000 for locals. 
• Pura Blanjong (Blanjong Temple), Jl Danau Poso, Blanjong (just south of Sanur). The most notable temple in Sanur which contains a major, important inscription on a stone pillar called the Prasati Blanjong. The inscription tells of a Javanese king who visited Bali in the 10th century and installed what was probably Bali’s first formal government. This is Bali’s oldest known artifact. 
• Serangan Island Turtle Conservation Centre (Turtle Island) (about 3 km south of Sanur, reached by turning east off the main Jl Ngurah Rai bypass), . 09:00-17:00 daily. Visit the Turtle Conservation and Education Centre here and learn about current conservation initiatives. This island used to be the centre of the Balinese trade in turtle meat until the practice was banned. Donation. 

As well as shopping and eating, there are plenty of photo opportunities while walking along the splendid 5-km beachside paved path. The local night markets are a sensory delight, with plenty of food options.

Do

Sanur’s splendid paved beachfront cycle-path stretches some 5 km from the Jalan Mertasari area in south Sanur, north to the main beach at Jalan Hangtuah. This makes for a lovely scenic bike ride, especially in the early morning. Some bikes are better maintained than others so you might want to test your hire-bike close to home for a while in case the pedals have a tendency to fall off.

Diving

Although the diving available around Sanur is not the best Bali has to offer, nearly all of Bali’s most established dive operators are located here. All offer trips further afield.

• Atlantis Bali Diving, Jl .By Pass Ngurah Rai 96E, . Full range of dives and courses offered at this PADI 5-star dive operator. English, French, German, Spanish and Indonesian speaking instructors (updated Apr 2016)
• BIDP (Bali International Diving Professionals), Jl. Blanjong I No. 333, . Large and long-established PADI dive centre offering dive trips all around Bali and full range of courses including technical diving (updated Apr 2016)
• Blue Season Bali, Jl Danau Tamblingan 69x, . PADI Career Development Centre. Dive trips and safaris around Bali, and PADI courses from beginner to instructor. Also offers technical diving courses. Instruction offered in English, Japanese, Mandarin, French, Spanish, Dutch, German and Indonesian. 
• Crystal Divers, Jl Danau Tamblingan 168, . 7am – 9pm. This was the first PADI Career Development Centre in Indonesia. A full range of courses is available from intro dives to instructor courses as well as day dive trips and dive safaris around Bali. Offers PADI courses in Swedish, Danish, English, Indonesian, German, Japanese and Mandarin. 
• Diving Bali, Jl Danau Tamblingan 27c, . One of the best dive centres in Sanur offering dive courses, fun dives and liveaboard trips. Offers a full range of fun dives and courses 
• Joe’s Gone Diving Bali, Ngurah Rai Bypass 44A, . A professional, Dutch-owned PADI 5-star IDC dive center offering PADI dive courses, daily dive trips and dive safaris around Bali. Courses are given in multiple languages. 
• Neptune Scuba Diving (Neptune Diving Bali), Jl. Suka Merta, Sanur, Bali, . Daily 07:00-19:00. PADI 5-star IDC and Disabled Divers International dive resort in Sanur, Bali. Take your first breath underwater, go for a fun dive, get your padi certification in Bali or join a family snorkelling trip. US$100. (updated Aug 2020)

Surfing

Bali is one of the most famous surfing locations in the world and Sanur is one of the most famous surfing locations for intermediate surfers coming to Bali. With already well established surf schools located here, beginner, intermediate and even families can join these establishments for some surfing fun.

Laundry

There are many places to do your laundry in Sanur. Most hotels provides they own laundry service, mostly with more expensive rates than local laundry rooms. Almost every street corner has a laundry service.

• Cinta Alam Organic Laundry, Jl. Batur Sari 44 (the end of Jl. Sekuta turn left 50 m left on side). 08:00-20:00. High-quality laundry service without the use of harmful chemicals. You can choose an aromatherapy fragrance. Pick up and delivery is on request and free in the Sanur area. Rp 15,000/kg. (updated Aug 2020)

Spas

A day at any of the spas in Sanur is exactly what you would expect during your stay in Bali: full service treatment steeped in Balinese tradition. Take advantage of any opportunity to enjoy a spa during your stay, the cost here is at least half what you would pay in North America or Europe. All major hotels have in-house spa facilities and there are also several well established independents in Sanur.

• Mandurah Spa, Jl Danau Tamblingan, . 
• Puri Esthetic, Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai 209, . 

Watersports

The more active could try one or more of the many watersports on offer at Sanur Beach. Try kitesurfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, surfing or paragliding. For those less active, hire a banana boat and hit the calm waters.

The surfing here is not great by Bali standards but there are reasonable breaks about 1 km offshore during the northwest wind season (about October to March). In that period you will have no problem locating the breaks — just follow the locals. Boards can be rented on the beach for Rp 100,000.

• Bali Kite Surfing School, Mertasari (at the beach close to Mertasari temple), . IKO certified kite surfing school. The lessons are conducted in a safe, user-friendly environment and lessons can be structured to suit individual needs. The school uses three specially designed rescue boats to keep a close eye on you. 
• Blue Oasis Beach Club, Sanur Beach (on the beach in front of the Sanur Beach Hotel), . A specialist water sports centre which offers sea-kayaking, kitesurfing, parasailing, wakeboarding, waterskiing and windsurfing, as well as being a dive school. 
• Neptune Surfing School, Jl. Suka Merta, Sanur – Call Front Office: [361 4490 568‬] or Reservations: [812 3856 1332‬] – ISA and IKO certified surfing and kitesurfing school – biggest, most modern and unique in Bali.

Buy

There are countless shops along Jalan Danau Tamblingan and the side streets leading from it. You will find everything from local t-shirts to Balinese handicrafts.

• Hardy’s Grosir, Jl Danua Tamblingan 193, . 08:00-22:30 daily. This is Sanur’s main supermarket, and a good place for stocking up on regular items. 
• Gudang Keramik, Jl Danau Tamblingan, . 10:00-22:00 daily. This is the outlet for seconds of the famed Jengala Ceramics company (main showroom in Jimbaran). Their standards are very high and you may not notice why some of these items are classed as seconds. Some superb bargains to be had in everything from decorative vases to flatware. 
• Nogo Bali Ikat Centre, Jl Danau Tamblingan 104, . M-Sa 08:30-21:00, Su 09:00-20:00. Specialises in the quality woven ikat fabrics from Bali and elsewhere in Indonesia. If you are looking for cheapies, don’t go here. You can purchase fabric by the piece, made up as clothing or homewares, and examine their impressive genuine antique collection. 

Markets

At the northern end of Jalan Pungutan, just before it hits Jalan Danau Tamblingan, there is an art market, sometimes referred to as Sindhu Market. This is a one stop shop for all manner of Balinese handicrafts, sarongs, T-shirts and knock-offs such as sunglasses. A similar set up can be found at beachfront Art Market at the end of Jalan Hangtuah. Take the foot path leading north which weaves through a maze of stalls and the odd cafe.

Eat

For very cheap local food try the Night Market at the northern end of Jalan Danau Tamblingan where it meets Jalan Pungutan.

• Abian Boga Restaurant, Jl Kesuma Sari No 5, . 10:00-22:00 daily. Grilled seafood accompanied by a Balinese dance performance. Great service too with a local hotel pick up and drop off. Mains Rp 30,000-60,000. 
• The Bali Pub, Jl Danau Tamblingan (just north of Hardys, opposite Circle K). Owned by a former Masterchef UK contestant. Serves Sunday roasts, steaks, western and Balinese dishes. Live music after 20:00. 
• Cafe Batu Jimbar, Jl Danau Tamblingan, . Every Sanur expat’s favourite cafe hang out. Good deli food and passable coffee. 08:00-22:00 daily. 
• Kayu Manis, Jl Danau Tamblingan (north end of Jl Danau Tamblingan), . 11:00-22:00 daily. Western and Asian fusion cuisine at great value prices. A favourite with both travellers for the price and foodies for the quality of the meals. About Rp 40,000-70,000 per entree. 
• Massimo, Jl Danau Tamblingan 228, . 11:00-22:00 daily. The superb home made gelato here is the ideal treat after a hot day wandering in Sanur. Also excellent pizzas and pastas at this authentic south Italian-owned and -run restaurant. About Rp 100,000 per head. 
• Smorgås Café, Jl Danua Tamblingan/Pantai Karang II, . Perhaps the best coffee shop in Sanur. Homemade sandwiches, pastry and quiche. Owned by Swedes and they make their own gravlax. 
• Stiff Chilli, Jl Kesumasari 11, Semawang Beach (right on the beach at the end of Jl Kesumasari), . 11:00-23:00 daily. Beach-front restaurant from the Stiff Chilli chain. Mid-priced, mainly Italian food in a great location. Most mains about Rp 50,000. 
• Treo Beach Cafe, Mertasari Beach (100 metres from the Mercure Hotel on the beach), . Daily 08:00-20:00. Beautiful beach location and a great place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy your meal in the restaurant or on the outdoor tables on the beach. Tasty food and friendly staff. 
• The Village, Jl Danau Tamblingan 66, . 11:00-22:00 daily. Attached to the Griya Santrian Hotel, this is perhaps the best known upmarket eatery in Sanur. The food is slick Italian style and they do a reasonable job of creating a suitable atmosphere. Not a good as it was and certainly not cheap, but a decent option in a part of Bali not known for it high quality restaurants. Has an independent street front entrance, and you would not know it is attached to a hotel. Rp 70,000-200,000. 
• Warung Blanjong, Jl Danau Poso 78, . Daily 11:00-21:00. One of the best places to eat Balinese in Sanur. They are especially well known for their pepes be pashi (steamed fish wrapped in banana leaves), and the be siap betutu (chicken prepared similarly) is also good. Very much worth a visit. Rp 30,000–70,000 mains. 
• Fortune Cookie, Jl Sudamala 5 (bet. Danau poso & Mertasari), . Daily 11:00-23:00. Healthy western-style Chinese Restaurant, no MSG, organic ingredients, they also have free delivery in Sanur. Popular with expats. 
• The Fire Station, Jalan Danau Poso 108, . Daily 16:00-00:00. Gastropub style food, cold beer and cocktails. (updated Apr 2016)

Drink

There are lots of bars along Jalan Danau Tamblingan.

• Arena Sports Cafe, Jl ByPass Ngurah Rai 115, . Daily 10:00-23:00. Austrian owned and run sports bar and cafe. The beer is very cold, reasonably priced and this place is always busy. 
• Nu Lazer Bar, Jl Danau Tamblingan 82, . Daily 11:00-03:00. Shows all the English football, has friendly staff and also serves food. Live music in weekends. (updated Apr 2016)
• Maya’s Coffee & Smoothie Bar, Jl Pantai Sindhu (100-150 m from the beach and Inna Sindhu Beach hotel.), . Daily 08:00-19:00. Small coffee and smoothie bar serving Italian coffees, smoothies and fresh juices combined with a breakfast menu, lighter snacks, bakeries and pastries. Free Internet and Wi-Fi for customers. 
• Manic Organic, Jl Danau Tamblingan. Excellent raw juices and smoothies- organic full menu available as well. They also have yoga upstairs daily. 
• Angel’s Bar, Jalan Sekar Waru. 
• Crystal Bar, Jalan Tamblingan 168, . This little bar is found right on the street. They have a nice selection of drinks and snacks. In the back of the bar they also have a diveshop and a hotel. Wednesday nights this place is packed with both divers and non divers alike for quiz night. (updated Aug 2015)

Where to stay in Sanur

Most of Sanur’s accommodation is in the medium and high sector of the market and is aimed at families. Hotels in Sanur are usually a distance apart, not as close together as Kuta hotels. Hotel price competition in Sanur is tame compared to Kuta, which has a severe oversupply.

Budget

• Flashbacks, Jl Danau Tamblingan. Good, clean budget accommodation in a convenient location. Has a cafe which is open 19:00-23:00. Airport pickup. from Rp 185,000. 
• Kayu Sugih Guesthouse, Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.76, . Has traditional beautiful garden, but no swimming pool. from Rp 350,000 (Fan). US$10/daily surcharge in peak seasons: Jul-Aug and Dec-Jan. 
• Kesumasari Beach Hotel (Kesumasari Guest House), Jl Pantai Kesumasari, Semawang, . On the beach with a spacious and well kept tropical garden and a swimming pool open until 22:00 daily. From about Rp 275,000. 
• Little Pond, 19 Jalan Danau Tamblingan, . Nice laidback homestay with a small pool. Good value basic rooms and can get full easily during peak season. Rp 170,000 – 250,000. (updated Aug 2020)
• Cafe Locca Homestay (Puri Anom Hostel), Jl.Sudamala 8 (between Jl Danau Posso and Jl.Cemara turistic promenade, 7 min walk to beach), . Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Clean new renovated rooms,mixed dorm (4-3 bed), private double room with minibar, free WiFi internet broadband. Spacious garden, public cable TV and DVD, kitchen with fridge and cooker, housekeeping daily, towels, toiletries and bedlinen provided. Rp100,000 (A/C bed)-250.000 (private double air-con, fridge). 
• Mango Guesthouse, Jl Danau Tamblingan. Long established and well-known budget accommodation at the northern end of Sanur’s main street Rp 250,000. 
• Prima Cottage, Jl Bumi Ayu 23 (close to Jl Tamblingan,10 min walk to beach), . Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Price includes Wi-Fi and breakfast. The complex, which consists of regular hotel rooms and cottages, has a nice pool. Rp 350,000 (room, air-con, TV, fridge), Rp 450,000 (cottage). 
• Ratna Beach Hotel, Jl Segara Ayu. Price includes taxes and breakfast. Hotel rooms, a nice pool and very close to the beach. From Rp 350,000. 
• Yulia 1 Homestay, 38 Jalan Danau Tamblingan, . Comfortable and clean rooms are in a garden full of birds with a small pool. Wi-Fi and breakfast is included. A bit on the expensive side for budget but you can save Rp 30,000 by refusing the included breakfast and get a cheaper one in town. As of August 2017, the construction noises reported on other websites have stopped. Rp 170,000 – 400,000. (updated Aug 2020)

Mid-range

• Ananda Beach Hotel, Jl Hangtuah, . Good, clean budget accommodation located at Sanur Beach, about 100 m from the Grand Bali Beach Hotel and close to the boat boarding point for Nusa Lembongan. Airport pickup offered. From Rp 300,000. 
• Baruna Hotel, Segara Ayu Sreet No. 3, . Check-out: 12:00. Cozy framed complex with budget villas. Lots of details that capture your eyes. Very friendly staff, goes well beyond the call of duty. Rooms have hot water, air-com, fridge. Breakfast included. Decent sized pool. Free Wi-Fi. Small library with English, Dutch, German and Swedish literature. Highly recommended for families as well as the lonely traveller. 200 m from the beach, 200 m from shopping street. From Rp 200,000. 
• Smart Comfort Apartments (Batu Jimbar), Jalan Pungutan, Gang Jasmin, . A small service apartment complex with holidays lettings on a weekly basis. All studios and apartments have their own kichenette and private balcony. From Rp1,300,000. 
• Gazebo Beach Hotel, Jl.Danau Tamblingan No.35, . A not-very-big beachfront hotel. From Rp 600,000. 
• Natah Bale Villas, Jl Cemara, . Each tradtional Balinese inspired villa in the compound features its own private entrance and open air living room, dining room as well as a fully equipped kitchen. From US$95. 
• Peneeda View Beach Hotel, Jl Danau Tamblingan 89, . A quiet, good value. A bungalow style hotel committed to quality, Located nearest to the beach. From US$60. 
• Pondok Ayu Hotel, Sanur, . Small boutique hotel with personalised service. Includes a restaurant (Benno’s) and a pool. Very quiet, suitable for families. US$70-90. 
• Sativa Sanur, Jl Cemara, . Situated in between the beach and the main road, two levels of standard rooms are arranged around lush gardens and a swimming pool. The hotel is quiet, clean and has fine service in addition to a pleasant morning breakfast. US$60-90. 
• Sekuta Condo Suites, Jl Sekuta No12, . Each suite has its own living and dining room and fully-equipped kitchen. Facilities include The Cavern Bar, featuring Beatles memorabilia and a large swimming pool. From US$50. 
• Vila Shanti Hotel, Jl Danau Tamblingan No 47/Jl Pantai Karang, . On Sanur Beach. Restaurant, 24 hour room service, pool, laundry and safe deposit boxes. Note that this is not a villa despite the name. From Rp 1,000,000. 
• Zen Villas, Jalan Kesari II No3b. This is a medium standard private villa rental complex in a good Sanur location not far from the Bali Hyatt. Managed by an Indonesian-Dutch couple. From US$90. 
• Arimbi Villa Sanur, Jl Pengembak 14, . Colonial villa for lovers of tropical gardens and Balinese architecture. from US$700. 
• Hotel Santai (Crystal Divers), Jalan Tamblingan 168, . A cosy little hotel with 2 floors. Rooms are a little more sophisticated with air-conditioning and direct access to a swimming pool, bar and a restaurant. The hotel is located in the back of a dive school so it’s perfect if you want to do some diving while you stay here. Between Rp 472,500 and Rp 2,700,000. (updated Aug 2020)

Splurge

• Bali Hyatt (Jl Danau Tamblingan), . Large hotel with beachfront location. 5 restaurants, 5 bars, huge gardens and a village style spa. Mature grounds with some well established trees. Double from US$125, $135 with breakfast. 
• Dampati Villas (A minute walk to famous Sunrise beach of Sanur), Jalan Segara Ayu, . Contemporary, spacious villas with two floors, outfitted with modern touch including private swimming pool, garden, living room, kitchen, bathroom amenities, satellite TV, AC, free Wi-fi, complimentary breakfast, in-dining, daily complimentary water and cleaning, etc. US$80-287. 
• Kayumanis Sanur Private Villa & Spa (formerly Gangsa Private Villa), Jl Tirta Akasa No. 28, . 11 contemporary villas with private pool, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen and 24-hour butler service. From Rp7,000,000. 
• Hotel La Taverna, Jl Tamblingan 29, . Beachfront hotel with an old world Sanur charm. Rooms are simple but charming. Gardens pool and beachfront setting are amongst the best in Sanur. Good restaurant. From US$80. 
• Mahagiri Villas Sanur, Jl Pungutan 31 (near Sindhu beach), . Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom private villas. All have air-con and have private swimming pool, kitchen and living room from US$475. 
• Villa Mahapala, Jl Pantai Sindhu, . 20 private villas each with their own plunge pools, massage bale and outdoor shower. The resort also has its own French fusion restaurant, a bar and full service spa. From US$325. 
• Mercure Resort Sanur, Jl Mertasari. Large resort on the beach towards the southern end of Sanur. 186 guest rooms, large beachfront restaurant, 3 bars and huge pool. From US$122. 
• Parigata Resort and Spa, Jl Danau Tamblingan 87, . A quiet, good value resort just off the main street. High quality in-house spa plus restaurant, bar and pool area. The same group also has an impressive complex of private villas in southern Sanur. From US$100. 
• Puri Santrian, Jl Cemara 35, . Beach front hotel in the quiet southern part of Sanur. Two pools, beach club and good dining facilities. Choose of regular rooms in the garden block, individual bungalows and some very smart suites. From US$95. 
• Sanur Paradise Plaza (formerly The Radisson Plaza Hotel), Jl Hang Tuah 46, . Large hotel with numerous facilities including kid’s club, in-house spa, fitness centre, restaurant and bars. Good convenient location with easy beach access. Has a nearby sister property which is all suites and apartments. Good family option. From US$95. 
• Sanur Residence (in Padang Galak, about 5 minutes north of Sanur). Three 3-bedroom villas located on the beach forming a 9-bedroom estate The villas were built for a large family and are normally rented in a block of at least 6 bedrooms thus giving exclusive use of the entire estate along with its private swimming pool. Fully staffed with cooks, maids and gardeners. From US$180. 
• Segara Village Hotel, Jl Segara Ayu, . Sprawling, refurbished 6-hectare resort complex with 5 distinct traditionally themed Balinese villages. 120 renovated rooms with balcony, private toilet and bath and other amenities. 3 swimming pools, tennis courts and massage services. From US$110. 
• Stana Puri Gopa Hotel, Jl Kesumasari No 4, . Traditional styled Balinese villas in a lush tropical garden. Private pool villas, restaurant, watersports activities, spa and modern meeting room facilities. Walking distance to the beach 
• Maya Sanur Resort & Spa, Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 89M, . Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. A beachfront resort with 103 rooms, three swimming pools and a 158-meter divided lagoon. (updated Apr 2016)

Telecommunications in Sanur

There are numerous internet cafes on Jalan Danau Tamblingan as well as cafes offering free wireless internet for customers.

• Sanur Internet Service, Jl Danau Tamblingan 27 (next to Circle K), . A comfortable and speedy internet cafe. Air-con, 2 seater sofa and equipped with 17-inch LCD monitors, head sets, scanner & printer. Free mineral water and helpful staff. Rp 400/min. 

Cope

Several nations have consulates in Sanur, including some with titles that confusingly include the words “in Denpasar”.

•  Honorary Consulate of the Czech Republic for Bali and NTB, Jl Pengembak 17, , fax: +62 361 286408. 
•  Finnish Honorary Consulate in Denpasar, Bali, Segara Village Hotel, Jl Segara (PO BOX 91), . 
•  French Consular Agency in Denpasar, Bali, Jl Mertasari Gang 2 No 8, Banjang Tanjung, . 
•  German Consulate General in Denpasar, Bali, Jl Pantai Karang No 17, Batujimbar, . 
•  Royal Swedish Honorary Consulate in Denpasar, Bali, Segara Village Hotel, Jl Segara (PO Box 91 Denpasar), . 
•  UK Honorary Consulate in Denpasar, Bali, Jl Mertasari No 2, . 

Go next

• Sanur is a good jumping off point for the nearby island of Nusa Lembongan.
• If you are heading back to the southern tourist hotspots of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, this will take about 20 minutes by car. Ubud is about 25 minutes in the opposite direction.

Nusa Dua is a peninsula in South Bali, well known as an enclave of high end hotels.

Understand

The place name Nusa Dua can be used in two ways: either it can refer to the entire eastern side of the Bukit Peninsula at the southern tip of Bali, or it can refer to the purpose-built, safe and rather sterile tourist enclave (Kawasan Pariwisata, quite literally Tourism District) at the southeast side of this peninsula.

This article covers everything in the Nusa Dua enclave plus the Tanjung Benoa peninsula and a few points west of the enclave to the village of Sawangan. Everything on the Bukit Peninsula to the west of Sawangan is covered by the Bukit Peninsula article.

Nusa Dua host some of best five star hotels in Bali and is the home of the most popular golf course and a convention centre.

Nusa Dua gets a lot of bad press amongst travelers as it is so artificial and sanitised. That does not change the fact though that the beaches here are glorious – white sand, deep, long and safe for swimming. The public beach at Geger is the best to head to if you are not staying at Nusa Dua. This is also home to one of the best museums in Bali. The fact that it is nearly always empty is testament that most visitors who stay here in the least Balinese part of the island are, unsurprisingly, rather uninterested in learning much about Bali.

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The Nusa Dua enclave has three manned gates and everyone entering is subject to a security search. This can have a slightly claustrophobic effect, and only contributes further to the impression that you are in an artificial location.

Get in

Nusa Dua is located 40 km south of Denpasar, the provincial capital of Bali. Access is easy from the Kuta area (20-30 minutes) and Jimbaran (15 minutes) on the main southern route called Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai, which becomes Jalan Bypass Nusa Dua as it approaches the enclave.

The international airport is about 20 to 30 minutes by car and a pre-paid taxi fare from there will cost between Rp 95,000 and 110,000. If you are staying here, then your hotel will no doubt arrange to pick you up at the airport.

Public transport if far from regular in the area, but some bemos from Tegal terminal in Denpasar do ply the main bypass.

See

• Pantai Geger (Geger Beach). This is the public beach in Nusa Dua. This splendid white sand beach at the western edge of the enclave retains lots of the character that is missing in the sanitised Nusa Dua resort zone. Generally safe for swimming and some beach side warungs. The restaurant, beachbeds and massage ladys all work for the local cooperative. By supporting them you support the locals. Geger has a cooling breeze as it is one of the few beaches facing east and because of the reef far out from the beach it has some of the warmest water temperatures in Bali. Head westwards out of the Nusa Dua enclave passing the golf course and then the St Regis Hotel (on your left). Shortly after the St Regis, take the first turning left towards to the beach and proceed to the Pantai Geger car park. (updated Aug 2020)

• Pasifika Museum, Blok P, BTDC (near Bali Collection), . 10:00-18:00 daily. A truly under-appreciated and poorly known attraction. It is a splendid museum, and is highly recommended for anyone interested in the art of Bali, Southeast Asia and the South Pacific region.Look for the exhibitions focused on European artists who made Bali their home, as well as renowned local painters. The Indochinese exhibition is impressive, as are the displays of Polynesian artefacts.Featuring artworks of well known artists from around the world such us Paul Gauguin, Theo Meier, Le Mayeur, Rudolf Bonnet Hendrik Paulides and Emilio Ambron.

   Rp 70,000. 

• Serangan Island (Turtle Island). Boats are available from Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa. These are usually glass-bottomed allowing observation of marine life from within the boat. The island can also be accessed via a bridge. As the name suggests, Serangan is a turtle conservation area. The local people keep turtle eggs in traditional conservation houses until they hatch and then the youngster are released from local beaches. Besides turtles, they also have reptiles, birds, snakes and bats. US$25-30. 

Many companies in Nusa Dua offer water sports activities (banana boat, parasailing, jetski, diving, flying fish, etc.). You can book directly on the beach at Nusa Dua or Tanjung Benoa, or have your hotel organise for you. All the operators work together to ensure that there is very little (if any) price difference. Expect to pay about US$25-30 for most activities.

Do

• Nusa Dua Golf and County Club, Kawasan Wisata, . Tee times 06:00-16:00 daily. One of three top notch golf courses in Bali, and perhaps the most popular of them all due to its convenient location. Any hotel will be able to arrange a round for you – ask about packages on offer as these can save you a lot of money. Booking a tee time is very important on this very busy course. 

Nusa Dua is home to many good quality spas. If you are staying at a luxury resort, then you will certainly have access to in-house spa and treatment facilities.

• Alam Alang Bali Spa, Jln Mahardika No10X, Mumbul, , fax: +62 361 771799. 11:00-21:00 daily. Facilities: Balinese creambath, stone massage, Balinese mandi lulur, Ayurvedic, facial, oil head massage. 
• Spa Sekar Jagat, Jl Bypass, . 09:00-22:00 daily. Authentic Balinese massage and spa treatments. 
• Tamara Spa Bali, Jl Bypass Ngurah Rai, No 999A, Jimbaran, . 09:00-17:00 daily. Body care salon offering body scrub, beauty treatments and various spa packages. 

A large swathe of the Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa beachfront is connected via a nice walking path, and morning walks here are especially recommended. The footpath runs from just in front of the Ayodya Resort in the south for about 7 km north to the Grand Mirage on the Tanjung Benoa spit. This passes by two obvious spits, both of which host temples.

• Thalasso Bali Spa, Jl. Pratama 74, Tanjung Benoa, P.O.Box 43, . 09:00-22:00 Daily. In front of the beach, it offers wide range of Thalasso and spa treatments. 

Buy

• Bali Collection. An open air shopping area with many clothes and swimwear shops, souvenirs shops. At the center is COCO Supermarket, with a wide range of local and foreign food and drinks, including fruits and alcohol. (updated Aug 2020)

Eat

There are not too many quality restaurants in Nusa Dua outside of the luxury hotels. Bali Collection has a dozen restaurants with reasonable prices. The main Jalan By Pass which connects Nusa Dua to Jimbaran, the airport and Kuta is the home of a large number of Japanese and other Asian restaurants aimed at tour groups, but generally these are best avoided.

• Bumbu Bali, Jl Pratama, Tanjung Benoa, . Daily 11:00-16:00, 18:00 – last order. Bali’s first authentic Balinese five star restaurant, with food prepared and served it in a traditional manner. There are now two Bumbu Bali restaurants, named Bumbu Bali One and Bumbu Bali Two respectively, about 500 metres from each other. The menu of Two is similar to One with the addition of meat and prawn skewers. 
• Nusa Dua Beach Grill, Geger Beach (just west of the Nusa Dua enclave reached via a small turning south off the main road to the Nikko Hotel). A great long-established dining option on a dreamy white sand beach. One of the few quality options to dine outside of hotels in the Nusa Dua area. 
• Bawang Merah, Jl By Pass Ngurah Rai Nusa Dua, Mumbul, . 12:00-23:00 daily. Balinese speciality restaurant. 

Drink

Nusa Dua does not have much of a nightlife. It is known more for its luxurious 5-star resorts where cocktails on the beach are the go.

There is little accommodation in Nusa Dua outside of the luxury price range although many of the large resorts do offer very substantial reductions in the low season; always check.

Budget

• Rasa Sayang Beach Inn, Jl Pratama, Tanjung Benoa, . A simple but well located hotel on the main Tanjung Benoa strip. From about Rp 200,000. 
• Manuh Home Stay, Jalan Gunung Payung 10, Desa Kutuh (Turn right to Bukit Peninsula from Hardys Traffic light), . Nice and tranquil close to Pandawa Beach. Wi-Fi and hot shower is included. IDR 150,000. 

Mid-range

• Bali Tropic Resort and Spa, Jl Pratama 34a, . A 3/4 star beach front resort on the Tanjung Benoa strip. From Rp 950,000. 
• Goodway Hotel, Jl Dalem Tarukan No 7, Taman Mumbul, . The resort offers a spa, large swimming pool, karaoke, jacuzzi, beauty parlor, shops and fitness area. It also has a sunken bar in the swimming pool, a restaurant and bar. Is a five minute drive north of the Nusa Dua enclave. From Rp600,000. (updated Aug 2020)
• Tjendana Villas Nusa Dua, Jl. Gedong Sari, Mumbul Hill, . Each private villa has a terrace with a dining area and semi open kitchen overlooking the swimming pool. The villas offer complimentary in-villa breakfast. AC, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, DVD player and a safe are among the amenities, while the private bathrooms come with a bathtub, shower and free toiletries. Airport transfers and bicycle rental can be arranged by staff as well as access to spa and guidance with tours and activities. from $150. 

Splurge

There are many deluxe hotels in the area and more are constantly being constructed.

• Aman Nusa, . A high class resort, and one of the best luxury hotels Bali. Relatively few visitors will want to spend the money required to stay here, but if you want to splurge on a meal at a super luxury resort, then you could do a lot worse. The restaurant serves excellent food and has fabulous views across to Nusa Penida. From US$750. 
• Ayodya Resort Bali (formerly Bali Hilton). Set amongst lush tropical gardens with a large lagoon style pool and world class golf course. Offers a wide selection of restaurants and activities. About US$150. 
• The Bale, Jl Raya Nusa Dua Selatan (on the western side of Nusa Dua), . The Balé is a boutique five star hotel with 29 pavilions, each with their own private swimming pool and modern, fashionable interiors. The notably good restaurant is open to non-residents. From US$600. 
• The Bali Khama, Jl Pratama, Tanjung Benoa, . The Bali Khama is on the Tanjung Benoa spit. Several different room types from garden suites to self-contained villas. All rooms are air-conditioned, have a mini-bar, deck/balcony, hot water shower with bath, safe and high-speed internet access. From US$200. 
• Conrad Bali, Jl Pratama 168, Tanjung Benoa, . The best luxury hotel on the Tanjung Benoa spit. This is a huge property with 313 rooms and the largest swimming pool in Bali. All the facilities you would expect from a 5 star resort. Dining options here are highly rated. From about US$ 250. 
• Grand Hyatt Bali, Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua BTDC, . Check-in: 02:00 PM, check-out: 12:00 PM. This hotel was beginning to show its age but a recent refurbishment has returned it to top form. Has 5 swimming pools, a sports centre and a spa. From US$160. (updated Aug 2020)
• Heavenly Residence, Jl Gunung Payung, Sawangan, . Waterfront private luxury 3 and 4 bedroom villas with 24-hour butler service. Five minutes’ drive west of Nusa Dua set on a spectacular cliff-front. Good for people who want total privacy and have no budgetary constraints. From US$840. 
• Kayumanis Nusa Dua Private Villa & Spa, BTDC Area, . 20 contemporary villas with private pool, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen and 24-hours butler service. 
• The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, , fax: +62 361 771326. Rooms and suites set in a tropical garden landscape. Direct beach access, vast swimming lagoons, spa and butler service. From US$350. 
• Melia Bali (The Garden Villas), . Excellent spa facilities, watersport activities, newly equipped fitness centre, jogging track, table tennis, Balinese cabaret shows, shopping arcade and large lagoon style swimming pool. Also offers private villas with their own pool. 
• Nikko Bali Resort, Jl Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, . Five-star resort about five minutes west from the main Nusa Dua enclave. Offers everything from jungle style lagoon pools with water slide, beautiful spa set among its gardens, camel rides and even a ropes course for children. Has its own private beach with beachside dining as well. Very popular with Japanese tour parties. From US$150. 
• Novotel Nusa Dua, . This apartment style hotel is surrounded by the Nusa Dua Golf Course. Includes a lagoon-style pool, beach club, kids club, spa and a restaurant. They take environmental considerations seriously, and are Green Globe certified. From US$106. 
• Nusa Dua Beach Hotel, . Five-star resort which is a bit old and tired but still with good faciltiies. Several swimming pools, spa, kids club, cultural, recreational and water sport activities available. From US$140. 
• Ocean Blue Hotel Bali, Jl Raya Kampial, . Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. Hotel set up as a wedding chapel and a spa about 5 minutes out of Nusa Dua proper 

• Sekar Nusa Villas, Jl Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Sawangan, . Check-in: 14.00, check-out: 12.00. Sekar Nusa is a low key luxury resort. All of the one and two bedroom villas are spacious, and are furnished with antique wood furniture. Suited to golfers and honeymooners and as a wedding venue. From US$225. 
• Sunset Villa, Tanjung Benoa (Turn left at Bumbu Bali Two), . An waterfront villa with private jetty and boat in a quiet setting only minutes from shops and hotels 575 USD. 
• St Regis Bali Resort, . Private villas and regular rooms available. A grand and stylish hotel. From US$475. 
• Westin Resort, . A resort with a children’s club equipped with Play Station, mini playground and musical instruments. The rooms are big, there is an in-house spa and good Japanese and western dining options. From US$150. 
• Grand Mirage Resort and Thalasso Spa, Jl. Pratama 74 Tanjung Benoa, , fax: +62361 772148. A five star beachfront Resort, offering stay packages and complete all inclusive. From US$135. 

Go next

• Bukit Peninsula – 20 minutes west to one of Bali’s most famous temples and surfing spots
• Jimbaran – fantastic seafood dinner on the beach and is only 15 minutes away