Accomodation & Recreation
Bali is known for its picturesque mountain scenery and beautiful exotic beaches, as well as for its temples, and colorful and spiritual culture. Bali also offers its visitors a wonderful nightlife and shopping experience. There is ample choice of accommodation in Bali, ranging from luxury hotels and resorts to affordable budget hotels and lodges.
Explore Nusa Dua with a plenty of services and interesting spots on the way. Several bank, ATM, medical center, drug store, post office, gas station spread around the area alongside restaurants, traditional markets, shops, malls, museums, temples, amphitheater and many more.
Take a swing at Bali Golf & Country Club to perfect your visit. A walking distance from Novotel, 5 minutes from Grand Hyatt, three miles of white sand beaches fringed with coconut trees, azure blue ocean waters, verdant jungle surrounds, and tropical landscaped areas.
• 18 unique golf holes
• Ancora Golf Institute
• Callaway club rentals and Oakley golf shoe rentals
• Club Car Precedent golf cart fleet, complete with fully stocked beverage cooler boxes
• On course golfer's café
• Balinese-style clubhouse
• Pro Shop and reception
• Spacious, modern locker rooms with powerful showers and pristine changing facilities
• Swimming pool
• Restaurant and bars
• VIP lounge
• Events organisers
• Shuttle van pick up and drop off from surrounding hotels
There are plenty preferred hotels for your options. Their 5-star convenient services spread around Nusa Dua:
Ayodya
Ayodya Resort Bali in Nusa Dua is a place of quintessential Balinese architectural style and elegance. Designed to resemble a Balinese water palace, the five-star resort is embellished with stone statues, fountains, and lagoon pools that exude the exotic grandeur of the island. This "Ramayana Epic theme" is reflected throughout the hotel's luxurious rooms, savory cuisine, rejuvenating wellness services, and first-rate event venues.
Bali Desa Villa
Bali Desa are family boutique style villas, located amids to class hotels in the prominent tourism area of Nusa Dua. Spread out in lush tropical garden are 28 luxurious and uniquely styled Boutique Villa's. Bali Desa offers the convenience of the modern world within sort distance, yet the tranquility of nature within a hidden village on the Paradise Island.
Conrad
Located on the southern coast of Bali, Indonesia, the Conrad Bali hotel is conveniently situated only 10 kilometres (6.5 miles) from the International Airport and is adjacent to the Nusa Dua resort area.
Distinguished by its contemporary Balinese architecture, each of the Conrad Bali hotel's 353 guestrooms and suites overlook the ocean, lagoons, resort or gardens. With one of the largest suites in Bali, the Conrad Suites offer an even greater level of contemporary luxury; exquisitely designed to create a space and atmosphere where you can truly be yourself.
Courtyard by Marriott
The new Courtyard by Marriott Bali is within a stone's throw from Bali's popular 18-hole championship golf course, local attractions, and loads of activities. Its 250 guestrooms are filled with interesting local touches - like unique paintings by Balinese artist I Gede Putra Udiyana. Guests have a choice between rooms with a private balcony, a garden terrace, or a terrace with nearby pool access. Six suites with oversized accommodations and double-sized balconies are available for honeymooners.
Grand Hyatt
Grand Hyatt Bali offers the comfort of a world class hotel with the relaxing tranquillity of a secluded beach resort. Recreational facilities include the 24-villa Kriya Spa designed as an exotic water palace, Bali Golf & Country Club 5 minutes away and a variety of water activities.
The resort is just a short distance from Sanur, Kuta and the city of Denpasar, while Ngurah Rai Airport is only 12 km away.
Melia Bali
Located on the shores of Nusa Dua, Bali's prestigious resort enclave, this beachfront resort is a unique sanctuary of exotic beauty and comfort for those who seek a dream vacation. The entire property occupies 24 acres of lush tropical gardens with an enormous lagoon swimming pool winding throughout the grounds. The contemporary tropical architecture, bold décor and spacious gardens express the essence of Bali. The resort enjoys an excellent location just 11 kilometers from Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Melia Benoa
An intimate seaside holiday destination in Tanjung Benoa, north of Nusa Dua Area, Meliá Benoa All Inclusive Resort is the ultimate retreat for a soothing holiday as it lies close to a quaint fishing village and an art market. Conveniently located, the resort is a comfortable 15 minutes drive from the airport, 5 minutes from the Bali International Convention Centre and a short distance from water sports venues and other popular landmarks.
Nikko Bali
This 5-star resort hotel offers stunning views of the Indian Ocean from its position atop a 40-metre cliff. Traditional Balinese warmth combined with attentive and refined service makes it an ideal choice for a serene getaway.
Novotel Nusa Dua
Located in the heart of the gated resort community of Nusa Dua, Novotel Bali Nusa Dua is surrounded by an 18 hole golf course and is 30 minutes from the International Airport and five minutes from the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center. Novotel Bali Nusa Dua features 188 beautifully appointed rooms and apartments, many with golf course views. The hotel offers resort facilities including a pool lagoon, spa, sauna, massage services, a fitness centre and a Kids Club, as well as a conference room.
Nusa Dua Beach
Located minutes away from the Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport on the sun-drenched shores of beautiful Nusa Dua, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa's 23 acres of sculpted gardens provide an oasis of space and tranquility in the heart of exotic Bali. The accomodation features 382 rooms and suites in a resort hotel that invites you to immerse yourself in the pageantry of one of the world's most vibrant cultures.
ST. Regis Bali
Located absolutely at the stunning beachfront in the exclusive locale of Nusa Dua, flanking the Bali Golf & Country Club. Opened in September 2008, it is approximately 20 minutes from Bali International Airport. Impressively designed, this all suite and villa resort features 80 suites, 42 villas and 2 residences.
The Laguna
Bali's white sandy beach and crystalline water is the privileged location of The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua. Here luxury reigns in harmony with contemporary Balinese décor. All 287 guestrooms, suites and villas are well appointed with the latest in modern technology, including 42-inch plasma satellite televisions, in-room DVD players, Broadband and Wi-Fi internet access. All guests enjoy complimentary use of the gym, 24 hour personalised butler service and daily afternoon tea in the Café Lagoon
Westin
Features 334 modern luxury rooms . The contemporary guestrooms were designed with touches of nature and traditional Balinese accents reflecting its local surroundings and maintaining its tropical edge.
Beaches
The most popular beaches destination in Bali are Nusa Dua, Kuta, Legian, Lovina and Sanur Beach.
Nusa Dua Beach is where the big-name hotels line the beautiful sandy beaches offering excellent swimming in a protected lagoon. Kuta Beach is the most visited beach in Bali. It is ideal for those who wish to combine a beach holiday with testing their surfing and shopping skills. Legian Beach has been called the “United Nations Beach” as locals, expatriates and tourists mingle together. Lovina Beach is well known as an excellent site for sunset watching, snorkelling, and diving. Night life activities also abound, as well as chartered boats to go out into the sea. Sanur Beach is a calm, quiet lagoon area offering great conditions for windsurfing, parasailing and other recreational activities. The calm waters of Sanur beach make it very popular with families.
Temples
There are many stunning temples in Bali, and each with its own uniqueness and treasure to be seen, such as Sampuh, Uluwatu, Segara Nata, or Bias Tugel. Take time to explore as many as you can - you will definitely not be disappointed. And remember, always show respect and dress modestly when entering temples.
Dance and Music
Balinese dance and music comes in many forms, functions and styles. From the ethereal Gamelan, to the riveting Kechak chant-dance, Bali’s culture is rich with dance and drama. Many hotels offer dinner performances, or you may be lucky enough to catch one in action at a local temple.
Sports
For people who enjoy outdoor activities, Bali is the perfect place to be. There is a lot of activity to choose from. If you like being in the water, you can go windsurfing, jet skiing, diving and snorkeling or rafting. If being up in the air is your thing, you can try bungee jumping or sky diving. Bali also has a large number of golf club for you who enjoy golfing.
Shopping
Indonesian batiks are world famous. Gold and silverware are reasonably priced. Woodcarvings and handicrafts also make attractive gifts. Indonesia is well known for good buys in clothing, leather products, electronics, etc. Bargaining is customary in small shops and markets, the art of which is to start at the half of the asking price and slowly increase your offer until a compromise is reached. Find Balinese way of shopping at adjacent spots; art market, village market, Kreneng Food Center, Hardy’s or visit a short distance shopping mall, Bali Collection.
Dining
Dining in Bali poses endless possibilities as Indonesia has one of the world's greatest cuisines. Balinese cooking revolves around spices, often partnered by coconut milk, which adds a rich flavour and creamy texture to intriguing dishes of tropical vegetables, poultry, meat and fish. Sugar, fragrant roots and leaves are used and the end result is food that is both subtle and sophisticated. Experience the memorable culinary tour at Fukutaro, Lotus Garden, Koki, Ulam, Nyoman’s Beergarden, and many more spots to visit.