Jimbaran Bay Hotels
Jimbaran Bay beaches are lined with wonderful places to stay from hotels to traditional villas, the type of hotel that you can expect here is from mid range to 5 star accommodations. As with all more expensive places in Bali the service that you can expect is second to none. All the Jimbaran Bay hotels will provide what are basic facilities for these types of establishments; air conditioning, in house restaurants, bars and 24 hour room service will be the standard package and the personal service you can expect will become more quality orientated as the rates increase.Just a few minutes from the beach there is some more secluded hillside accommodation that offers better views and more private facilities. Hotels all offer shuttle services for you to go to the beach or visit Kuta which is only 5 minutes drive away.
Even though there is still the presence of local fisherman staying here, Jimbaran Bay budget accommodation is sparse and is more tailored to the up market tourist, with the more expensive resorts offering private
swimming pools, and as you travel a little more south or north, private beaches. All hotels are beautifully landscaped with tropical gardens that are extremely well kept and presented. Bali has always created hotels and villas that have exceptional views and incredible services and Jimbaran resorts provide all that can be expected from quality Balinese hospitality.
Jimbaran is situated in the south not far from Bali international airport. Although this is a very popular holiday destination it has not become as commercial as the other places in Bali. Most of the seaside resorts that have sprung up along the coast of Bali were small fishing villages at some time, that have transformed into large commercial tourist attractions. All of these resorts have left behind the fishing history and concentrate totally on tourism as a source of income.
Staying in one of the Jimbaran Bay hotels is a unique experience as the village, although geared towards tourism, has still kept its fishing industry and it is common to see the fisherman on the beach with their traditional fishing boats and nets. The village itself is also a mixture of the old and the new. Most of the other places to stay in Bali have a beach lined with restaurants, bars, clubs and shops that are 100 % for the use of tourists. Jimbaran is a wonderful place to stay as the main strip is still suggestive of an Indonesian town that has not been commercialized by the tourist industry. Walking along here you will find food stall and other facilities that are primarily used by the local Balinese fishing community. Some of the most popular and up market places to stay in Jimbaran are:
Discover the hillside beauty of Bali from a new luxury private villa complex nestled into the mountains overlooking Jimbaran Ocean. Cooler climes await visitors to this hidden gem known as The Beverly Hills Bali, a two-hectare property with 25 villas designed to suit the needs of families in need of fun and honeymooners in search of a romantic getaway. The Beverly Hills Bali has been designed not only for honeymooners but also for those set to take their vows. Wedding facilities are available and ceremonies can be performed in the gazebos overlooking a valley of acacia trees and indigenous flora and fauna, perfect for those wishing to take home precious photographs of that special day.
Jl. Goa Gong, Banjar Santhi Karya,
Ungasan, Kuta Selatan 80362
Denpasar – Bali – Indonesia
Tel: 62 361 8481 800
Fax:62 361 8481 888
Sari Segara Resort, Villas & Spa is set amongst lush tropical gardens, and offers a wide range of international standard facilities combined with genuine Bali hospitality. You can choose to relax by the 2 pools or pamper in Spa,
where you can enjoy soothing massage and a range of traditional health treatment. You can also venture down to the local Jimbaran market, fish market or sunbath on the beach.
Jalan Pantai Kedongan / Jimbaran
P.O.Box 1074 Tuban – Badung – Bali.
Tel: (62-361) 703647 / Hunting.
Fax: (62-361) 703330
Pat-Mase Villas is a place so calming and serene that it is sure to change guests forever. Situated just 2 minutes from the white sands of Jimbaran Beach on the southern tip of Bali, and just 15 minutes from the airport. ‘Pat-Mase allows you to escape the monotony of standard hotel accommodation, and lets you leave the stresses of modern life behind.
Jl. Karang Mas Sejatera 100x – Kawasan Bukit Permai Jimbaran Bali 80364 – Indonesia.
Tel: 62 361 708708 and 62 361 708712
Keraton Jimbaran Resort & Spa!
Boutique style resort located at Jimbaran bay with beautiful secluded white sandy beach. The uniqueness of the property is design concept that features Bali style palace – be it the buildings, tropical Balinese garden landscape, and ambiance. Here, guests will feel the intimate and peaceful atmosphere.
It is conveniently located side by side with the popular Jimbaran beachfront seafood market and 10 minutes drive from Bali’s international airport. With a short drive the next destination are “Garuda Wisnu Kencana” complex and Pura Uluwatu (Uluwatu temple).
The luxurious villas fit to the king and queen, indulge in a royal fantasy with spacious bedrooms and bathrooms ensure the guest comfort and privacy special added conveniences of balcony, sitting room, jacuzzi and a private pool at one and two bedroom villas.
Jimbaran beach is a long beach with the dazzling white sand that Bali is renowned for with flat water all year round. The mix of indigenous and tourist places makes it a lively and interesting place to stay, the architecture although mainly consisting of tourist resorts and hotels is also mixed in with the local inhabitants traditional dwellings. It is a pity, but as the tourist industry grows, this tranquil village will probably go the way of the other popular destinations and it won’t be too long before the colorful fishing boats of the fisherman are no longer lining the beach.
The activities in Jimbiran are very general and you will need to travel a bit to enjoy most of the more extreme sports and activities that Bali is famous for. There are many paths that you can stroll along and explore your surroundings. The beaches provide some great surfing spots that are easily available. The quite beaches allow you to relax without the noise and bustle of the more popular resorts.
Finding places that you can do some scuba diving, whitewater rafting, windsurfing or elephant back riding is easy enough to do. The hotel that you stay at will arrange everything from equipment to transportation if you wish to travel to find various activities. Staying in Jimbaran means that you have easy access to the rest of the island to find something to do. Kuta and South Kuta are the most popular resorts in Bali and have most of entertainment facilities that tourists are looking for.
Waterbom is a massive water park that covers an area of around 4 hectares and is landscaped with tropical vegetation that gives you the feeling of being in Bali’s natural surroundings. This is a great way to spend the day and keep the kids entertained for hours. All the slides are built to strict international safety standards, so there is no need to worry as they are maintained regularly. Whether you are looking for a thrilling exiting day or just want to relax while the kids go mad, Waterbom Park is an oasis in paradise that you need to visit.
Bali Slingshot is not for the fainthearted. This is an attraction that has been built and is managed by an Australian company. The whole idea is to get strapped in and get shot out 52 meters into the air at a massive 5 G’s. The whole thing lasts about 1 second, but seems like a lifetime, this is an awesome
Looking to learn to surf? Bali learn to surf will get you standing up and surfing in your first lesson, you may not be able to take on the massive waves, but there are plenty of beaches that you can still enjoy the thrill of riding the waves. Surfing is massively popular for many in Bali due to the climate, even thought you do get a long rainy season the temperature never drops below 23 °C and that is night time. Day time temperature is an average of 30°C and average in Bali means 365 days of the year.
Being a little off the beaten path and not offering so many facilities, if you are looking to stay in Jimbaran any time of the year it is not that difficult to find accommodation. Many people prefer just to land at the airport and then find somewhere to stay. This is always exciting if you are young or an adventurous couple, but for those tourists with families and those who prefer luxurious accommodation it is always best to book your holiday in advance.
At the peak of the holiday season, no matter which resort or hotel you are going to stay at, the top hotels will generally be fully booked many months in advance. The busiest season in Bali is June to September so if you are travelling in these months then you really need to book in advance to ensure you have the type of place you want to stay as well as the area. Places like Kuta are generally occupied by the younger budget seeking tourist and any other place that offers a more relaxed quiet surrounding can be difficult to find accommodation if you don’t book in advance.
All top hotels offer online booking and will accept booking in excess of one year in advance. The only thing you need to make sure of when booking so far in advance is that you receive a confirmation email and check your booking before you leave on holiday to make sure that nothing has changed. No matter which type of hotel that you are staying in always try secure a room near the top of the building, other tourists coming and going and street noise will be far less and you will not be unnecessarily disturbed.
Once you have arrived in Bali and have settled in your hotel or resort, make sure that you put your valuables, jewelry, passport and extra credit card(always get an extra card from your bank when traveling on holiday) in the hotel or villas safe. This way you will not have the problem of having these stolen or lost as this can be absolutely disastrous when on holiday.
Staying in the resorts and hotel compounds is safe when holidaying in Jimbaran, it is when you travel out on your own that you need to be more cautious. Avoid being distracted when using an ATM machine and keep loose change in your pocket to buy small things, never pull out large amounts of money in front of people.