Luxury hotels in Bali, Indonesia
Image adapted from Hard Rock Hotel Bali.
It’s safe to say that Bali has become a travel favourite among Singaporeans – not just for the scenic beaches, but also the favourable exchange rate that can save us a lot of money on food, drinks, and shopping.
Back in Singapore, we might not be able to afford a staycation at a luxury hotel but in Bali, our pockets suddenly run deep and ballin’ finally becomes a reality.
To kickstart your fancy holiday, here’s a few hotels you can consider booking for your next stay:
Read our other articles on hotels in Bali here:
- Bali jungle resorts
- Eco-resorts from $24/night
- Villas with private pools below $120/night
- Hotel Indigo Bali – luxury beach hotel
1. Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort – from $219/night ($440 in SG)
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Overlooking white sandy beaches, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort flaunts elegance. Decorated with a minimalist-meets-organic interior, their rooms cost from $219/night, which is half the price of its Singaporean counterpart.
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Don’t worry if you can’t swim – the resort’s private beach has a reef barrier to ensure water levels are shallow and safe for play. But if you just wanna stay within the resort premises, they’ve also got a massive lagoon pool with slides and a swim-up bar.
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Explore the resort on a bike or indulge in some water sports like snorkelling, canoeing and windsurfing at an additional charge. Other activities to try out for free include aerobics, table tennis and billiards.
Poolside dining
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Their kids club is also quite impressive with programmes like Balinese dance classes and baking classes. There’s also an outdoor kid’s pool, a reading room and a nap room for when your little one is all worn out from the day’s agenda.
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Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
Address: Kawasan Pariwisata ITDC Lot N5, Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361/849 2888
Website
2. Hard Rock Hotel Bali – from $197/night ($315 in SG)
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You might wanna stay at Bali’s Hard Rock Hotel instead of the one at Sentosa because they’re offering a stay at their Deluxe Room for almost half the price. From $197/night, the spacious room is decorated with bold colours and a Fender guitar that you can rock out with for free during your stay.
The bathroom has a tub and plenty of counter space
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You can also live your rocker dream by releasing your own tracks at the Boom Box recording studio from just IDR 400000 (S$39). It’s both a karaoke booth and music studio that comes complete with a professional recording system and a sound technician.
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For added fun, turn your casual hangout at the pool into a paddle boat race, or roll across the waters in a zorb. This happens to be the largest-free form pool in Kuta, and they’ve got water slides too for some splashin’ fun in the water.
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Other activities that are complimentary for guests include a beginner-friendly rock climbing wall, live music at the lobby bar and a Teens Club that’s got game consoles and a bean bag cinema.
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Hard Rock Hotel Bali
Address: Jalan Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 761 869
Website
3. Grand Hyatt Bali – from $187/night ($440 in SG)
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From $187/night, the deluxe room at Grand Hyatt Bali will make you feel at peace with its woody interior. A one night’s stay in this spacious room would also cost less than half the price of a stay at the Grand Hyatt Singapore – now that’s peace for the wallet too.
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There are multiple swimming pools here to suit all sorts of preferences – from a spacious lagoon pool, to a river pool with water slides, and even a secluded Balinese feature pool for some tranquility.
River pool
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Besides the luxurious amenities, they’ve got a restaurant, Pasar Senggol, that’s designed to recreate the Balinese night market experience. You’ll also be treated to cultural dance performances while you’re dining.
Balinese feature pool
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Try out their spa treatments which incorporate traditional Balinese methods to ensure maximum relaxation.
Kriya Spa
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Grand Hyatt Bali
Address: Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua BTDC Nusa Dua, Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 771234
Website
4. Intercontinental Bali – from $280/night ($381 in SG)
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Featuring spacious rooms with a contemporary neutral-toned interior, Intercontinental Bali offers stays from $280/night – $100 saved and an upgrade, compared to a staycation in Singapore.
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While it’s located at the shores of Jimbaran Bay, there’s no need to venture into the seas for a dip because this resort has 6 pools. If you’re looking to just lounge around on a float while being in close perimeters to some snacks and drinks, hang out at the main pool where there’s a swim-up bar.
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Other activities include free rental of equipment for a day of cycling, soccer, and volleyball.
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For something more adventurous, there’s a Rip Curl School of Surf right by the beach that offers activities such as surfing, stand-up paddle boarding and body boarding from $50 for a day pass.
Intercontinental Bali
Address: Jalan Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran, Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 701888
Website
5. W Hotel Seminyak – from $489/night ($617 in SG)
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W Hotel is known for their glitzyness and the one at Bali is no different. With trendy pops of colours and abstract-looking furnishings decorating the room, you’ll feel instantly energized with a stay in their spacious Guest Room from $440/night.
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Every room has access to a sizeable private balcony with either a floor-to-ceiling view of the gardens or ocean.
Tiered swimming pool
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There are at least 7 restaurants and bars here so you can look forward to spending a romantic night with cocktail in hand, accompanied by the view of the sun dipping into the ocean in the evening. There’s also a 24 hour spa for those looking for a tranquil time away from the nightlife.
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W Hotel Seminyak
Address: Jalan Petitenget Kerobokan, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 3000106
Website
6. Conrad Bali – from $211/night ($358 in SG)
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Starting from $211/night, a whopping $150 difference from a staycation at Singapore’s version, every room at Conrad Bali is decorated with earthy tones and has access to a balcony for a quick breather and a view of the ocean. If you’re lucky, you might even spot local fishermen hard at work in the early hours.
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The pool faces the sea and comes with plenty of deck chairs so you can soak up all that sun.
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Conrad Bali
Address: Jalan Pratama No.168, Tanjung Benoa, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 778788
Website
7. Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali – from $286/night ($399 in SG)
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At Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali, you’ll feel like royalty in their bedroom suite featuring a super king sized bed, spacious walk-in dressing area and an enclosed balcony from just $286/night. At $400 in Singapore, you’ll only get a double bed with a balcony.
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If you’re not plunging into the plush pillows and goosing down the duvet, you can spend your day at their main infinity pool, or smaller pools for a quieter swim. Or, head down to the beach to watch jet-skis zooming in the distance.
Infinity pool
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If your kids get bored, drop them off at the Kids Club for a movie at their mini-cinema while you attend cooking classes or yoga lessons for free. You can also explore the surrounding Sanur area with a free bicycle rental from the hotel.
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Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali
Address: Jalan Kusuma Sari No.8, Sanur, Beach, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80227, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 3011888
Website
8. The Ritz-Carlton Bali – from $375/night ($510 in SG)
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The junior suite at The Ritz-Carlton Bali exudes luxury with black matte lines framing the interior and dark wood furnishing. A night’s stay in this posh suite starts from $375/night, a good $200 less than Singapore’s chain, and a definite upgrade from just a Deluxe guest room.
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The highlight of the room has to be the balcony that doubles up as a living area with a curved sofa taking centrestage. The bathroom is massive with a standalone tub and spacious wardrobe.
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You can complete your tai tai experience with an aerial yoga class from just $19/45 minutes where you’ll find yourself relaxing in mid-air. If you’re not up for hanging from the ceiling, there are also complimentary yoga classes held at their lawn, studio, or by the pool.
Sun beds lined along the private beach
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The Ritz-Carlton Bali
Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan Lot III Sawangan, Nusa Dua Bali, 80363 Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 849 8988
Website
9. Hilton Bali Resort – from $180/night ($232 in SG)
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Hilton Bali Resort has stunning ocean-view rooms available from just $180/night – a good $100 difference from its Singapore counterpart. The Deluxe Rooms come complete with a daybed for a quick nap and a balcony that overlooks the ocean.
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Best part is, it’s just a short walk to their private beach where you can suntan to get that bronzy summer look, or rough it out with a day of water sports like snorkelling, scuba diving and sailing. You can even try something a little more exotic – a camel ride on the white sandy beaches from $62/hour.
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The resort itself is family-friendly with a jungle camp for the little ones so no one’s gonna feel left out. Your kids can try out rock climbing, jumping on trampolines, and even attend a Balinese dance class for free.
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Hilton Bali Resort
Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, PO BOX 18, Nusa Dua 80363, Bali, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 (0) 361 773 377
Website
10. The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali – from $139/night ($251 in SG)
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You can enjoy a luxurious stay at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali from just $139/night for a Deluxe Room, half the price of a staycation at The Westin Singapore.
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With the resort located along the shores of Nusa Dua’s beach, there are activities like sailing, snorkelling or scuba diving amongst many other water sports.
Spacious sun beds lined along the shores of the resort’s private beach
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If you’d much rather prefer to stay within the resort, there are a few swimming pools for you to plunge in with a water slide and swim-up bar for added fun.
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The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali
Address: Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua BTDC, Jl. Nusa Dua No.3, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 623 61771906
Website
Cheap luxury hotels in Bali
If you can only dream of staying in a fancy luxury hotel in Singapore, consider splurging a little on a trip to Bali because prices there are a lot more affordable. And it’ll be especially memorable with the stunning beachfront stays and the wealth of water sports available for a good adventure.
Check out these articles for other places to visit in Bali:
- Beach clubs in Bali
- Bali swing
- Lesser-known places in Bali
- Visiting Bali for under $100
- Keramas Aero Park restaurant
- Unconventional things to do in Bali
- Waterbom Bali Waterpark