Bali Indonesia is one of the best solo destinations for solo female travellers. My first time to the beautiful island was about five years ago. And at that time, I wasn’t sure where I should go and where I should stay.
But since my first trip to Bali, I’ve been back a handful of times and explored many parts of the island. I continue to explore new places and check out new budget accommodations and indulge in five-star luxury hotels.
And if you are wondering where to stay in Bali and want to find the best hotels in Bali Indonesia, then look no further; I’ll tell you exactly which are the best areas to stay in Bali and all the amazing accommodation choices in each area.
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What you need to know before booking a Bali hotel
Before you book any accommodation in Bali, take a look at my post on everything you need to know before going to Bali. I included a lot of information, including how to get around Bali, how to get a prepaid SIM card and other essential Bali travel tips.
Here are a few additional tips for booking hotels in Bali:
- Book all your Bali accommodation through Agoda because they have the most competitive pricing. It is my reliable and go-to hotel booking website.
- Read the latest hotel reviews written by other travellers. I find that the opinions of other travellers are more helpful
- Research the potential areas that you want to stay because safety is the main concern for any solo female travellers
- Pay attention to payment details like refund policy, etc. If you are not sure of your travel dates, choose the option where you can get a refund if you change your mind
Best places to stay in Bali Indonesia
If you are wondering where to stay in Bali for the first time as a solo traveller, here are a few areas in Bali I would recommend checking out:
- Seminyak – if you have never been to Bali before, start your trip in this upscale touristy town
- Canggu – if you want a bit more laidback vibe and affordable hotels near beautiful beaches
- Tabanan – if you are ready to splurge on the best luxury Bali accommodation
- Uluwatu – if you want to be near the nicest beaches in Bali
- Ubud – if you want to indulge in Balinese culture
I will tell you more about each area and all the accommodations within each town below. These are all the places I highly recommend since I’ve personally experienced them. I included a link to each of the best places to stay in Bali so you can find them easily on Google Maps.
Best place to stay in Bali: Seminyak
If you have never been to Bali before, Seminyak is the best place to start your travels on the beautiful island.
The town has some of the best accommodations for solo travellers, boutique stores, local and western cafes, spas and many beaches. Plus, it is easy to get to as Seminyak is only 10km north of Ngurah Rai International Airport. So, stay a few days in Seminyak and get acquainted with Bali.
Best hotels in Bali: Seminyak
Lloyd’s Inn Bali
Address: Jalan Arjuna (Double Six Street), Seminyak, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 430k IDR for a standard double room
Lloyd’s Inn Bali: best minimalistic hotel in Bali
Lloyd’s Inn Bali is probably my favourite place to stay in Seminyak. I was immediately drawn to the minimalist design and decor of the hotel. The design of the guest room is simple and yet very comfortable. The entire hotel has a very modern contemporary feel to it, which is very unusual for a hotel in Bali.
While you are there, check out the pool on the second level and have a cocktail on one of the swings by the bar. I love Lloyd’s Inn Bali so much that I wrote an entire review of the hotel and even stayed at their hotel in Singapore.
Besides loving every part of the hotel, Lloyd’s Inn is conveniently located near Double Six Beach where you can enjoy a bit of beach time and hang out at one of the beach restaurants. Plus, it is in walking distance to many stores on Jalan Arjuna and Jalan Legian.
Taum Resort Bali
Address: Jalan Lebaksari No. 37-39, Seminyak, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 680k IDR for a studio room
Taum Resort Bali: best budget private accommodation in Seminyak
I typically go for budget accommodations so I can stay longer and travel longer. And I’ve never stayed in a hostel in Bali because accommodation is generally quite cheap.
And it is no exception for Taum Resort Bali. The mid-size hotel has a spacious guest room with a king bed, a bathroom, a sitting area, a kitchenette, and a balcony. Moreover, the hotel has an amazing swimming pool, restaurant and spa facilities. The best part is the excellent accommodation is very affordable!
There are many nearby cafes and restaurants, including Warung Kultur and Coffee Cartel. Plus, the four-star hotel is within walking distance to Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak’s main road.
If you don’t plan on renting a scooter and want affordable accommodation, check out Taum Resort Bali.
Dash Hotel Seminyak
Address: Jalan Petitenget No.468X, Kerobokan, Seminyak, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 370k IDR for a Dash studio room
Dash Hotel Seminyak: most convenient hotel in Seminyak
Dash Hotel Seminyak is a vibrant hotel with bold, colourful decor and funky sculptures. The wild aesthetics is also seen in the guest rooms, an outdoor pool and the rooftop garden. While the design aesthetics is quite exciting, the best part about Dash Hotel is its location.
Located on Seminyak’s main street, Jalan Petitenget, you can walk to also most places in Seminyak. There are many Seminyak cafes and stores when you walk south, including Sea Circus, Bamboo and Seminyak Village. When you walk north, there is The Fat Turtle, Biku and KYND Community. And the beach is only a few minutes away when you walk in the southwest direction.
You absolutely do not need a scooter if you are staying at Dash Hotel Seminyak. For the price and convenient location, I would absolutely stay here again!
Four Points Sheraton Bali Seminyak
Address: Jalan Petitenget, Gang Cendrawasih, No. 99 DS, Seminyak, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 500k IDR for a deluxe room
Four Points Sheraton: best hotel for collecting and redeeming Marriott Bonvoy points
When you stay at any Marriott hotel (or previously Starwood hotels), quality and superior customer service are guaranteed every single time. And it is no exception for Four Points by Sheraton Bali Seminyak as well.
The boutique hotel is located near Jalan Petitenget where you can walk out to the main street or take one of their complimentary shuttle services to the main road. And from the main road, you can walk to many local restaurants, cafes, boutique shops and spas.
And if you collect Marriott Bonvoy points, you can use your points to redeem free accommodation. The Four Points by Sheraton Bali Seminyak Hotel is a category 3 hotel (from 15,000 points) if you want to redeem a free night.
Or if you want to collect more points while taking a vacation, choose this hotel for its value and location.
Alila Seminyak
Address: Jalan Taman Ganesha No. 9 Petitenget, Seminyak, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 2,300k IDR for a terrace suite
Alila Seminyak: most luxurious hotel in Seminyak
If you want to stay at a luxurious beachfront hotel, then you have to stay at Alila Seminyak. The five-star hotel has comfortable guest rooms, infinity pools, and a beach-facing restaurant and bar where you can enjoy a Seminyak sunset.
I spent my big birthday at Alila Seminyak, and they curated the most unique and delicious dinner I ever had. And I even enjoyed a spa package at their spa!
Alila is one of the best luxury hotels in Bali. The brand focuses on the best modern design and superior hospitality. And the brand is consistent throughout all its locations. Besides Alila Seminyak, I’ve also stayed at Alila Manggis in Bali, Alila Bangar in Kuala Lumpur and had a spa session at Alila Ubud.
Can’t say enough good things about Alila. Truly worth every penny!
Best area in Bali to stay: Canggu
If you want to stay in an area with wonderful beaches for swimming and surfing, excellent local and western cafes, then consider Canggu as your next solo destination in Bali.
Canggu is not as popular as other Bali towns, but this laidback coastal town is very popular with ex-pats and digital nomad communities. Plus, you will find many amazing cafes and affordable spa facilities, which are essential for a solo vacation.
Besides staying in private villas in Canggu, there are many hotels in Canggu. Take a look at my suggestions below.
Best hotels in Bali: Canggu
Shore Amora Canggu
Address: Jalan Pantai Pererenan, Mengwi, Bali 80351 (see map)
Rate: 420k IDR for an urban suite
Shore Amora Canggu: walking distance to Pererenan beach
Shore Amora Canggu is one of the newer hotels on the edge of Canggu, near Pererenan beach. When you stay in the urban suite, you’ll stay in a spacious room with modern amenities. There is a comfortable king-size bed, sitting area, a full ensuite bathroom including a large round tub. Plus you can enjoy the garden view from your balcony.
The modern hotel has an on-site restaurant and spa as well. And it is within walking distance to Pererenan beach, one of the best beaches in Canggu.
It is definitely outside of the busy Canggu area. But if you like a quiet hotel and be near a beach, then you must stay at Shore Amora Canggu.
Theanna Eco Villa and Spa
Address: Jalan Batu Bolong No.25A, Canggu, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 680k IDR for a 1-bedroom pool villa
Theanna Eco Villa and Spa: centrally located in Canggu
Theanna Eco Villa and Spa Hotel is a 5-star hotel that has 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom villas. So that means when you stay at Theanna, you’ll get a private pool villa all to yourself.
The 1-bedroom pool villa has a king-size bed, walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom with a semi-open tub and shower area. And there is a kitchenette and lounging around by the private pool. And there is an on-site restaurant and spa as well.
And most of all, the hotel is conveniently located on the main road of Canggu, Jalan Batu Bolong. There are many eateries and cafes around the hotel. Plus, you are in the centre of Canggu, it will be easy to move around in Canggu or venture out to other areas as well.
The Kirana Canggu Hotel
Address: Jalan Batu Bolong, Canggu, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 350k IDR for a Kirana pool access room
The Kirana Canggu Hotel: best location in Canggu where you don’t need a scooter
Located on Jalan Batu Bolong, the main road in Canggu, Kirana Canggu Hotel is an excellent budget hotel for solo travellers. The hotel has an outdoor pool, spa facilities, and a fitness centre.
If you don’t plan on renting a scooter, you can walk to several restaurants nearby, including Lacalita Bar y Cocina, Mason, and the new Milk and Madu. And there are spa facilities like Spring Spa Canggu, and Goldust Beauty Lounge in the area and The Practice (yoga studio) is just across the street.
And if you walk to the end of Jalan Batu Bolong, you can have drinks at Old Man’s and surf at Batu Bolong Beach. But not in that order. Ha!
The Canggu Boutique Villas and Spa
Address: Jl. Pantai Berawa No. 13B, Badung, Canggu, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 420k IDR for a one-bedroom villa
The Canggu Boutique Villas and Spa: conveniently located between Seminyak and Canggu
There are many fantastic Balinese villas in the Canggu area and The Canggu Boutique Villas and Spa is one of them. I rented a one-bedroom villa and got a little Balinese house with a king bed, a private bathroom, and a little backyard with a swimming pool. I had all the privacy I wanted and a personal pool! What can be better?
Moreover, I think the location of the boutique hotel is excellent! It is located on Jalan Berawa, which is the main road that you have to go through if you are travelling between Seminyak and Canggu. It is easy to get into the heart of Canggu and Seminyak.
Best area in Bali to stay: Tabanan
Located on the south-western coast of Bali just north of Canggu, Tabanan is an area in Bali with beautiful black sand beaches and terraced rice paddies.
Tabanan is excellent for solo travellers who enjoy surfing and outdoor activities and using Tabanan as a base to explore nearby attractions like Sangeh Monkey Forest, Jatiluwih rice terraces and Tanah Lot, the most famous Balinese sea temple.
While there aren’t that many attractions in the vicinity, one of the best things to do in Tabanan is to stay at a five-star luxury villa and live like a queen for a day (or a few days)! And I have the perfect recommendation.
Best hotels in Bali: Tabanan
Soori Bali
Address: Banjar Dukuh, Desa Kelating, Kerambitan, Tabanan, Bali 82161 (see map)
Rate: 9,300k IDR for a beach pool villa
Soori Bali: most luxurious Bali accommodation
Rated as the #1 luxury hotel for design according to Financial Times, Soori Bali is perhaps the most luxurious place I have ever stayed in Bali.
The beachfront property has 48 villas featuring a private pool with either rice terraces and mountain views or ocean views. And the hotel has three dining options, an infinity pool, a gym, and Soori Spa.
And you also get your own private butler who will cater to anything you want. Although I couldn’t think of any meaningful tasks except shooing off a giant lizard in my bathroom. Ha!
Soori Bali used to be Alila Villas Soori before it rebranded in 2016. I had such an amazing time during my first visit that I returned. It is very expensive, but I am not often in Bali, so I wanted to splurge and enjoy myself. And you should too!
Bali best area to stay: Uluwatu
If you want the most beautiful beaches in Bali, then you’ll have to visit Uluwatu. There are quite a few of them and it would be ideal to stay in the area, rent a scooter and zip your way around southern Bali to explore each beach.
However, Uluwatu accommodations are much more expensive than in Seminyak, Canggu and Ubud, especially the ones along the coast where you have direct access to the beach. So I would recommend staying a bit inland and saving yourself a bit of money.
Best hotels in Bali: Uluwatu
Le Cliff Bali
Address: Jalan Labuansalt, Uluwatu, Bali 80361 (see map)
Rate: 1,200k IDR for an ocean-front room
Le Cliff Bali: best Uluwatu hotel with ocean views
Le Cliff Bali is a small hotel on the cliffs of Uluwatu. Located next to Padang Padang Beach, all the rooms come with amazing ocean views. Yes, the best part of the hotel is the view itself. You can see the turquoise water from your bed and amazing sunsets too.
The room is quite small, but it has everything you need. And be prepared to do some cardio because you’ll have to trek down a long flight of stairs to your room. That is the price to pay when you are right by the sea.
And if you are lucky (or unlucky), you might even get some monkeys visiting your balcony!
De Sapphire Cliff Villa by Danapati
Address: Jalan Labuansait No.313, Padang-Padang Beach, Uluwatu, Bali 80364 (see map)
Rate: 1,000k IDR for a standard room pool view room
De Sapphire Cliff Villa by Danapati: best budget hotel in Uluwatu
I found De Sapphire Cliff Villa by Danapati Hotel, which didn’t cost me a lot. Although the three-star hotel doesn’t have direct access to the beach, you can still see a gorgeous ocean view and enjoy the sunset on the hotel property every evening. Plus, the room is very nice and clean.
The best way to get around Uluwatu is with a scooter. You can rent a scooter directly from the hotel and easily visit Blue Point Beach, Suluban Beach, Bingin Beach and many more beaches in south Bali.
Bali best place to stay: Ubud
Ubud is a cool laidback traditional Balinese town full of rice fields, palm trees and zen. With a focus on arts and crafts, you will find many handmade products like wood carvings and textiles which are all excellent as souvenirs.
And in the vicinity of Ubud, there are many sacred temples and majestic waterfalls, which you must check out. Spend at least 2 days in Ubud as your first visit to Bali but stay longer if you can.
Best hotels in Bali: Ubud
Ulun Ubud Resort
Address: Jl. Raya Sanggingan, Ubu, Bali 80571 (see map)
Rate: 450k IDR for a classic suite
Ulun Ubud Resort: zen hotel in Ubud
Ulun Ubud Resort is built on the hillside with views of the cascading rice fields. Each of the 31 modern Balinese-style rooms has a canopy bed, a sitting area and a private balcony. The daily complimentary buffet has a good selection of Balinese and western cuisine. And there is also a spa on the premises.
The boutique hotel is one of the most serene hotels I’ve stayed in Ubud. The resort is quiet and zen, which is the perfect place for slowing down and enjoying the moment.
If you stay at Ulun Ubud Resort, ask for the classic suite on the lower level of the two-story Balinese house because it has direct access to the swimming pool!
Kamadalu Ubud Resort
Address: Jl. Andong, Banjar Nagi, Ubud, Bali 80571 (see map)
Rate: 3,000k IDR for an Ubud Chalet
Kamadalu Ubud Resort: the most luxurious hotel in Ubud with gorgeous views
I am mostly a budget traveller, but I splurge when it comes to nice hotels. And I found Kamadalu Ubud Resort one of the best luxurious hotels in Ubud.
The five-star boutique hotel has 54 private villas, and each villa has a spacious interior room and a private outdoor area. As Ubud is quite hilly, the resort is built on top of a hill where you can see the lush green surrounding.
And make sure to check out the pool overlooking the palm trees and the fantastic spa facilities.
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Bali Accommodation: Where to stay in Bali Indonesia
Searching for hotels in Bali isn’t difficult because there are so many. But I found all the good ones for both budget and high-end solo travellers, just in case you want options.
Bali is an excellent solo destination. If planning your first trip to Bali, stay about 10 days to two weeks so you can visit each of the areas mentioned in this blog post and check out some of my favourite Bali accommodations.
Also, check out Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan if you want to explore other neighbouring islands. They have a quieter island feel. And if you have time, check out Nusa Penida and see the famous T-Rex coastline.
Let me know where you plan to go in Bali and where you will stay.
Thank you for reading my Bali accommodation post
You might also like these other posts on solo travel in Bali:
- Things I wish I knew before going to Bali Indonesia
- 10 Day Bali Solo Travel Itinerary
- Hotel Review: Lloyd’s Inn Bali in Seminyak
- Best things to do in Seminyak for solo travellers
- 6 Best Spas in Seminyak Bali
- 8 Best Cafes in Seminyak
- Ubud 2 day Itinerary alone
- Best things to do in Canggu for solo travellers
- 10 Best Canggu Day Spas
- 10 Best Cafes in Canggu
- Top 4 Airbnbs in Canggu
- Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan from Bali: 1-day Itinerary
- How to spend one day in Nusa Penida
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