In a nutshell
- Bali has the perfect hotel for every type of traveler: stunning beachfront stays, jungle hideaways, unique boutique hotels, romantic honeymoon retreats, family resorts, private villas, and affordable luxury.
- We’ve personally hand-picked the best hotels in Bali and sorted them by category and price so you can find your ideal match fast.
- Our best value pick is the Alana Penida right on the beach. The coolest jungle stay is the Gumi Ayu EcoStay, and our favorite boutique hotel is the Ikigai Uluwatu.
- Want recommendations by area instead? Check out our full Bali hotel tips guide.
The most beautiful beach hotels in Bali
Let’s be honest: a hotel on one of Bali’s most beautiful beaches is every traveler’s dream, right? You’ll find the most stunning beachfront stays on the Bukit Peninsula, in the southwest of Bali, and on the Nusa Islands east of Bali. Some of them even have a private beach.
Alana Penida
Nusa Penida
The Alana Penida is one of the best deals you’ll find on your trip to Bali. You can get a room at this gorgeous hotel starting at just 50 euros!
We seriously love everything about it: the pretty rooms, the ocean view, the beach, and the fact that it only opened at the end of 2023 — meaning it’s still genuinely new and modern.
The Alana Penida sits on Nusa Penida, east of Bali. The island is officially still part of Bali and is only a 30-minute boat ride away.
Rock'n Reef
Uluwatu
The Rock’n Reef is one of our favorite beach hotels in Bali and one of our top picks for where to stay in Uluwatu. It absolutely belongs on any list of the best hotels in Bali.
The hotel is built into the steep cliffs of Uluwatu on the Bukit Peninsula, which means you get a breathtaking ocean view from every room. And speaking of rooms: each guest gets their own bungalow with a large terrace, decorated in a nautical style.
Another big plus at Rock’n Reef is the private beach — that’s something you really don’t find often in Uluwatu.
Extraordinary jungle hotels in Bali
Much of central Bali is jungle — so why not spend a night in the rainforest? It’s a one-of-a-kind experience. And don’t worry: the jungle hotels in Bali are easy to reach by car or by scooter, which you can rent in Bali.
Gumi Ayu EcoStay
Munduk
At the Gumi Ayu EcoStay, you stay in cool treehouses right in the middle of the jungle. From your terrace, you look straight out into the rainforest — seriously stunning. On top of that, the hotel sits next to a waterfall, and the sound of rushing water completes the whole jungle vibe.
It’s also super affordable. Prices start from 60 euros when you book about two to three weeks in advance.
The hotel is near Munduk, which is a great base for day trips to some of the most impressive waterfalls in Bali.
Autentik Penida Glamping
Nusa Penida
The Autentik Penida Glamping gives you the chance not just to stay in the jungle, but to actually camp in the jungle — though “camping” is a loose term here. You stay in luxurious tents with their own spacious bathroom.
The tents are built on raised platforms, giving you an absolutely spectacular view over the jungle of Nusa Penida. Book a tent with a jungle view or a valley view for the best panorama.
The Autentik Penida Glamping is easily one of the most beautiful places to stay on Nusa Penida — and one of our top picks for where to stay in Bali overall.
Unique boutique hotels in Bali
All of our boutique hotel picks in Bali have something special going for them. The two we’ve included here are genuinely the coolest of the bunch.
PinkCoco Uluwatu
Uluwatu
The PinkCoco Uluwatu is our most extraordinary boutique hotel in Bali. It really lives up to its name — everywhere you look, at least one thing is pink. A little kitschy? Sure. But somehow genuinely cool too.
The hotel prides itself on surprising you multiple times a day. We’re not going to spoil what those surprises are — you’ll have to find out for yourself!
And one more thing worth knowing: from the hotel, it’s only a 5-minute walk to the beach, right on the coast near Uluwatu.
Ikigai Uluwatu
Uluwatu
The standout feature of our next boutique pick is the blend of Japan and Bali. The interior of the Ikigai Uluwatu draws inspiration from Japan with its calm aesthetic and muted tones, paired with Balinese materials.
The spaces are open and light-filled, with clean lines throughout — it puts you at ease the moment you walk in. The warm and genuinely friendly staff, so typical of Bali, is the cherry on top. You can simply relax and feel right at home.
The beach is also just 400 meters from the door.
The most beautiful honeymoon hotels in Bali
Bali is one of THE dream destinations for a honeymoon. The island has everything you need for a truly special trip — and above all, there’s no shortage of romantic honeymoon hotels in Bali.
The Udaya Resorts & Spa
Ubud
The Udaya Resorts & Spa is our favorite honeymoon hotel in Bali. It’s beautifully quiet and romantic — but the real highlight is how the staff goes above and beyond to look after you and your partner when you’re there for your honeymoon.
You can also add on romantic packages with spa treatments, couples massages, and candlelight dinners starting at just 80 euros. Seriously great value.
Choose between a suite or a villa — the villas even come with a private pool.
Samanvaya
Sidemen
The Samanvaya is completely peaceful and intimate. It’s an adults-only hotel — the perfect place to enjoy your honeymoon in total tranquility.
Located in Sidemen and surrounded by rice fields, the view from the pool over those green paddies is really something. You can choose from twelve villas, five of which have a private pool for maximum privacy.
Of course, you can also book a honeymoon package with spa treatments and a three-course dinner. The wellness area is large and luxurious, and the food at the Asri Restaurant is absolutely delicious.
The best family hotels in Bali
If you know the right areas, Bali is a fantastic destination for a vacation with kids. There are some really great family hotels in Bali, especially on the Bukit Peninsula and near Ubud. Here are our two favorites.
Bali Dynasty Resort
Kuta
The Bali Dynasty Resort is a dream hotel for families with kids. It has a large pool complex with two awesome water slides, movie nights, cooking classes for the little ones, a colorful playroom, and a kids club.
Another great feature: the hotel offers various bed configurations for children, including single beds, bunk beds, double beds, and sofa beds — so you can find exactly what works for your family.
The resort is also right on the beach and just a 10-minute drive from the airport.
Apartment Nusa Dua
Uluwatu
The Apartment Nusa Dua is part of the Novotel hotel complex, so you get all the hotel amenities while still having your own spacious apartment for the whole family. And when we say spacious, we mean it: there are two double beds, one single bed, and a sofa bed if needed.
Those hotel amenities include a huge pool complex, water toys, a playground, a kids club, and a free shuttle to the private beach — just one to two minutes away.
The east coast of the Bukit Peninsula is ideal for a beach vacation with kids. The waves are gentle and the beach is wide, clean, and easy to enjoy.
The most beautiful private villas in Bali
In Bali, you can rent a private villa for surprisingly little money and enjoy all the peace and quiet you could want. There are many villas in Bali with just one or two bedrooms, but also plenty that work for larger families or groups of friends. It’s a great way to experience Bali away from the tourist crowds.
Moringa Ubud Villa
Ubud
The Moringa Ubud Villa is perfect if you’re planning a couples’ road trip through Bali.
It’s set in the middle of lush greenery, surrounded by rice fields and jungle, and has a great location for day trips to Bali’s top highlights. From here, you can quickly reach the most stunning sights in the central region: Bali’s rice terraces, waterfalls, and temples.
But it’s also a wonderful place to simply unwind. The garden is truly beautiful and idyllic, and you have a pool and plenty of space inside.
Mona Boutique Villas
Uluwatu
The Mona Boutique Villas is the ideal place to stay in Bali if you want to rent a villa by the sea. Walk about two minutes and you’re standing at the clifftop near Uluwatu — the vista from there is absolutely worth savoring.
The villa itself is stunning too: modern and bright, with room for four people. We especially love the minimalist décor and the semi-open bathrooms. There’s a pool, naturally.
One small but genuine bonus: the villa has filtered tap water. That’s really rare in Bali.
The best affordable luxury hotels in Bali
Bali is still a remarkably affordable destination, even if prices are slowly creeping up. That said, you can absolutely treat yourself to real luxury here — and these two hotels are your chance to do exactly that.
Balquisse Heritage Hotel
Uluwatu
The Balquisse Heritage Hotel is a luxurious boutique hotel — small, exclusive, and wonderfully personal. Much of the furniture is handmade, which gives the whole place a genuinely cozy feel. Every room has both a shower AND a bathtub.
The staff is incredibly attentive, and you’ll feel that especially at the hotel’s own restaurant, Asam Garam, where a delicious mix of Balinese and international dishes is served.
And despite all that luxury, the price is very reasonable. Rooms start from 160 euros!
Great for families too: there are family bungalows spread across two floors.
Bisma Eight Hotel
Ubud
The Bisma Eight is a modern luxury hotel with seriously spacious suites. There are 38 in total, all decorated in a minimalist and light-filled style.
The hotel has everything you could want: a fitness center, free classes like yoga and cooking, and a large spa area. You can even get massages in your own room. The food at the Copper Kitchen & Bar is excellent — many of the ingredients are grown right in the hotel’s own garden.
The real showstopper, though, is the infinity pool overlooking the jungle. You’re swimming right in the middle of nature.
The hotel is located near Ubud, making it a great base for day trips across the region.
