South Kuta Hotels
When going on a holiday we all have different preferences as where we would like to stay and what makes us comfortable varies from person to person. What makes Bali such a great holiday destination is the variety of accommodation on offer. South Kuta hotels offer accommodation for every budget, from young students, middle class and the more affluent members of society.
The hotels in South Kuta are categorized along the same lines as the rest of Bali and you will find the same assortment of accommodation anywhere that you want to stay. The basic hotels offer budget rooms that are not fancy, but are always clean and tidy and are very cheap for those on a really tight budget. Then you will find places that offer moderate accommodation that have a few extra facilities like their own restaurant and bar. Next are the superior types of places that will be rated by stars, generally from 3-5 stars and offer you better views and more personalized service.
Deluxe hotels are 4-5 stars that as you expect will be of a much higher standard with pretty much all that you need to relax on your holiday without venturing too far. These places will have in-house spas, massages and shopping areas. Then is you really want to splash out you can go for pure luxury, these are the top hotels that are all over Bali and South Kuta luxury hotels are some of the finest to be found on the island. Everything found in these establishments is 5 stars, the restaurants, bars, coffee shops and shops, they offer everything that the other hotels have plus a lot more, pampered is a good way to describe how you will feel when staying there.
The ratings and variety of places to stay is not limited to hotels as there are other types of places to stay if you would rather not be limited to staying in a room or suite. South Kuta’s villas are another option that many people are choosing to stay at. Unfortunately it is impossible to find any budget villas; these are marketed more for the tourist with a bit of money to spend, obviously depending on what country you are coming from will depend on our idea of a budget villa. For the majority of people coming from America, Europe, Australia etc the rates of these villas will seem fairly low. A standard villa will be situated on the beach or in a natural surrounding where you can sit back and enjoy the view. There will be at least one restaurant that you can visit, room service will be standard and even if you don’t have a beachfront villa there will be an area that is on the seashore where you can sit. Then there are the villas that offer you that exclusive service that gives you total privacy to your own little piece of beachfront property and a private pool.
Recommended Hotels in South Kuta
Bali Dynasty Resort
Bali Dynasty Resort is a premier beach side resort in South Kuta, renowned for its warm Balinese hospitality. The property has recently undergone a multi-million dollar makeover, with a complete renovation of three wings, a splendid new Lobby, and two new restaurants. It now presents six restaurants, four bars, three swimming pools, spa villa, exercise room, beach club, kids’ club, meeting facilities and complimentary departure lounge.
The unique layout allows for a subtle but effective division between the couples market and the family market. Couples can enjoy the famous Gracie Kelly’s Irish Pub and relax at the adults-only Lazy Pool, while kids enjoy a 56-meter water slide flowing into their own pool and complimentary entrance to the Enchanted Garden Kids’ Club. A wide variety of rooms catering to the family market are available, sleeping up to five people.
Jl. Kartika, P.O. Box 2047, Tuban 80361 South Kuta, Bali-Indonesia
Tel: 62-361-752403
Fax:62-361 752402
Bali Garden Hotel
Right on World Famous Kuta Beach, Bali Garden Hotel is set amongst more than two hectares of tropical garden lush with frangipani, hibiscus and gently swaying palm trees. The Hotel is definitely the place you have long been dreaming of. The Staff are always ready to offer you the typical Balinese hospitality which surely will make your holiday a memorable one. Bali Garden Hotel is located just five minutes’ drive from Bali’s International Airport and within walking distance of the largest shopping mall and the nightlife of Kuta and Tuban.
Jl. Dewi Sartika. P.O Box, 1062
Tel.62 361 752 725
Fax: 62 361 752 728
Bali Rani Hotel
Bali Rani’s lobby, inspired by traditional Balinese Water Palace Architecture is the ideal venue to gather with other guests to discuss the days journeys or begin planning an exciting evening of dinning and entertainment.
Jl. Kartika Plaza , Kuta, Bali 80361 – Indonesia, P.O.BOX 1034 Tuban
Tel: 62 361 751369
Fax: 62 361 752673
Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel
Right on the beachfront of popular South Kuta, the Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Bali offers a mix of 318 Ocean Facing Rooms including Suites and Luxury Beachfront Villas. Set amidst an oasis of 8 hectares of tropical gardens with swaying coconut palms, the resort has a wide choice of restaurants, excellent sporting facilities and it’s very own Discovery Shopping Mall. It is ideally situated within walking distance of shops, restaurants and entertainment facilities and is conveniently positioned for international conferences and incentives. The Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Bali is offering the “Best Beachfront Location in Kuta”.
Jl. Kartika Plaza, PO BOX 1012, South Kuta 80361
Tel: 62 361 751067
Fax: 62 361 753988
Kupu Barong Beach Resort
Kupu Barong Beach Resort is a secret sanctuary on the magical island of Bali. Our stunning boutique hotel is set within a shady tropical garden that gently spills on to a secluded private beach of soft white sand. Our concept was to create a hidden world in keeping with tradition and in tune with nature, simple yet luxurious, exotic and romantic. We are committed to serving the needs of the sophisticated traveler by blending contemporary style with exceptional hospitality. Offering much more than just the amenities of a hotel, we are proud to present our guests with a rare and blissful lifestyle experience of uncompromising quality and unsurpassed personal service.
Jl. Wana Segara Tuban
Tel: 62 361 753 780
Fax: 62 361 753 781
One of Bali’s most popular tourist destinations is Kuta and situated a little further south is South Kuta another majestic paradise of white sand, blue sea, breathtaking views and beachfront accommodation. Being so close the tourist haven of Kuta, South Kuta hotels are built and designed along the same lines as those in Kuta, to give you an overall view of the beach and island. Because Kuta is such a popular holiday destination for tourists South Kuta benefits from the development that has been taking place over many years in Kuta targeting the tourist industry.Even though Bali has grown into one of the most popular tourist attractions and the infrastructure that has been built to cater for tourists is incredible all over the island Kuta and South Kuta remain the top tourist destinations.
The majority of people who visit Bali will come to visit the white sandy beaches and clear blue seas that are in and around Kuta. Being such a popular destination you will find many hotels to stay in that offer all types of services and individual packages to suite your needs. South Kuta was not always a bustling tourist attraction, with restaurants, discotheques, shopping areas and all the amenities that tourists have come to expect when visiting such a beautiful island. Not so long ago it was a quiet fishing village with fishing boats lining the beach and simple houses made from bamboo along the shore where now stands all the craft shops, excellent restaurants, up market bars and clubs.
The transformation of this area has been quite dramatic and completely changed the way that the local people now make a living. The thought process that has gone into creating a tourist paradise here was obviously very well planned out, the result is not only an exciting and vibrant place to take a vacation, but the surrounding natural beauty that is such a integral part of Bali has been preserved and every effort has been made to enhance your visit by making sure that you are always surrounded with a spectacular view of either the beach or some tropical garden. Holidaying in Bali is not just about the bars, restaurants and shopping, it is about the island and all the beauty that it has to offer. Finding a perfect place to stay in South Kuta is not difficult as the accommodation on offer is designed to make you want to come back year after year to soak up not only the sun but the Balinese way of life.
Activities in South Kuta
With a white sandy beach and clear blue sea South Kuta obviously has some of the most exciting and heart pumping activities available for all ages, the amenities available are target for all ages and desires. Not only is there tons to keep you occupies in South Kuta, but if you takes a drive a little further north you will find more interesting things to do. Being such a small island it does not take too long to drive to the various places of interest.
Within South Kuta you will find enough to keep you entertained for a short holiday, but if you intend to take a long vacation then doing some exploring in a car or on a motorcycle is a must. The driving conditions are a little hectic to say the least if you are used to driving in western countries. There are rules that are supposed to be followed, but you will soon find out that very few people pay attention to any traffic lights, stop signs etc. If you do intend to drive on your own and not hire a driver or taxi just be very vigilant. If you are looking to hire a car you can visit Kuta car rental for cars or Amerthanda if you prefer riding on a motorcycle.
Waterbom Park
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
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 experience.
Bali Learn to Surf
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.
International Golf Course
Golfing is also popular in South Kuta and there is an international standard golf course right there for you to enjoy. There is no website to visit, but if you email them they will reply very quickly. The course is open from 06:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Contact:
info@southkutabeachbali.com
Paradise Bowling Billiard
When you have had enough of the sun and need to relax in some cool air conditioning, go for some ten pin. Not only are there 18 certifies lanes but there are also 45 billiard table and an international snooker table. The facilities here are great with an impressive range of food and beverages for you to choose from. There is no official website, but you can contact them by email:paradise_bowlingbilliard@hotmail.com
The tourism peak season in Bali is during the dry season (April-September), the wet season (October-March) is also popular, but the hotels are not as busy as the majority of people visiting Bali are looking to soak up the sun and enjoy the outdoor activities on offer. No matter when you choose to visit it is always advisable to plan and book in advance. There is nothing worse to the start of a holiday than having just got off the plane and you have to spend hours driving around trying to find a place to stay. You could end up having to stay in a less than adequate hotel or even worse not finding any place at all.
The majority of South Kuta hotels have a website that you can book your stay through and make the start to your holiday and easy one. Having a hotel pre booked is especially important if you are traveling a long distance to get to Bali. After a 10 hour flight the last thing most people want to do is go gallivanting around. It is best to head straight from the airport, drop your bags and relax for a few hours and get some shut eye.
Heading to Bali for a holiday the first time can be extremely exiting, saying that heading to Bali for the tenth time is also exiting. The facilities, activities, range of South Kuta accommodation overlooking mountains, beaches, rain forests and volcanoes that are available can be overwhelming if you don’t plan ahead. There is tons of information to read here, detailing all the various activities and places mentioned. Take time to go through everything to get a general idea of what to expect.It doesn’t matter if this is your first or tenth visit, there is plenty to do and see and making sure all the arrangements have been done before you leave will let you get on with your holiday without any stress.
The reason most people go to Bali is because of the beaches, but spending time in one resort for your whole holiday would mean missing out on so much that Bali has to offer, the culture, the volcanoes, the mountains, try spending at least a few days away from the beach and mingle with the Balinese people, experience the cultural side of Bali.
When booking into one of the South Kuta hotels or villas ask the receptionist if they can suggest a hotel in another area that you would like to visit. They will only offer advice on good ones as they are interested in you custom so wouldn’t send you tone that is unsuitable. Always make sure that if you book well in advance, make sure that you get confirmation of your booking and a couple of weeks before your trip re confirm that your room is still available.
Having a holiday in Bali will leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready to tackle the real world again. To ensure that your holiday is a pleasant one and not marred by easily avoidable mishaps, use some common sense and don’t forget that you are on holiday this is when people tend to let their guard down.
Keep your valuables, jewelry and most importantly your credit cards and passport in a safe place. Never leave them unattended, if your hotel has safes use them. Each hotel will charge differently, but it is worth the extra cost than having to deal with the problems that are caused by lost passports and credit cards.
The tourist areas of Bali are well maintained and generally clean. If you are going to be doing any traveling outside these areas there are a few things to keep in mind.
Monkeys are all over the island and can be a major problem, if they are around keep all your loose items in a bag and hold it close to you. The problem is that people feed them and they have got used to getting something from tourists, if you have no food they will snatch your jewelry, glasses or anything else that is hanging loose. If they do grab something and it is important like a pair of glasses throw some food close to them and they will drop the item to pick up the food. Be careful where they are sitting though, you don’t want your glasses falling down a cliff.
The other animal to be careful of is the hundreds of dogs roaming around Bali, never feed them or touch them. Rabies is still a problem in Bali and you don’t want to end up in hospital on vacation. These dogs are generally timid so a loud shout should chase them away. It is horrible to see these animals running around, skinny, hungry and covered in various sores and bites, but this is something that is very common in Indonesian countries so feeling sorry for them is kind but leave it at that.
When traveling into the more rural areas you will come across some, how to put it, less than desirable toilet facilities. Always carry a roll of toilet paper with you, even some budget hotels don’t have any, and some hand cleaner. If you end up looking around for the handle to flush the toilet and are scratching your head, look left or right next to the bowl. The bucket with the scoop in, that’s what you are looking for, scoop the water and flush, all part of the experience.
Most of the temples in Bali require you wear a sarong when entering. You can rent one at each temple as you visit, but if you intend to visit many temples it is a good idea to buy your own when you arrive or bring one from home.