How to turn your budget Bali trip into Luxury

Start looking for flights as early as six months before to grab great deals. Also if possible try travelling during off season which will help reducing your overall travel & stay cost. We recommend using our page to check out best deals on flight. You can also keep a tab on AirAsia website for discounts and offers for Bali.

Before you pick your accommodation, it is important to figure out the kind of place you would like to stay in. For example, would you like to stay in Kuta which is central to major locations with a party beach reputation but crowded streets or would you like to stay in Ubud which is a village open concept stay with surrounding paddy fields and away from the hustle bustle. A stay in Nusa Dua, will ensure you live the enclave of five star hotels with beautiful private beaches and you can splurge in luxury.

If you are planning a trip for seven to ten days, we suggest you divide your trip between two or three accommodations to experience heritage and luxury in Bali.

Stay in nearby beachfront resorts ( Under $ 60/INR 4000 approx per day) instead of Nusa Dua for the luxury experience and save money

If you want to holiday in five star hotels and relax using the facilities and amenities, Nusa Dua is your place. However, if you are planning to go sight seeing, enjoy Balinese culture, party and shop till you drop all in budget, check out the below hotels.

Aston Canggu Beach Resort (Click here to check current price)

                  Amarta Beach Retreat – by Karaniya Experience (Click here to check current price)

Jimbaran Bay Beach Resort and Spa (Click here to check current price)

    Want to check out other beachfront 5 star resorts? Click here for more options

Ubud Stay ( Under $ 80/INR 5000 approx per day) for families

Try the beautiful private villas with the Balinese open living concept in Ubud with the luxury of beautiful sights and private pools. These villas offer the feeling of tranquillity and living with nature while providing modern amenities.  Here are our top picks :

Tuga Private Villa, Ubud

This air conditioned villa with two bedrooms is ideal for a family of four or a group. It has two double beds, a kitchen and a private pool. The beautiful view and bathtubs are just added fun.

Checkout the details and tariff at Booking.com and Agoda

Puri Astina Villa, Ubud

There are one bedroom and two bedroom luxury villas with an outdoor swimming pool. Set amongst beautiful paddy fields and very close to Tegallalang rice terrace, it is one of the highest rated properties in Ubud with great hosts. A perfect place to experience the Balinese hospitality and culture.

Checkout the details and tariff at Booking.com and Agoda

Prama House, Ubud

This villa is a popular one with superb reviews. It comes with a kitchen and terrace and has free shuttle service

Checkout the details and tariff at Booking.com and Agoda

For a cozy and special stay for couples and smaller families try out

Buana Tirta Ubud Villa

Ubud Padi Villas

Griya Shanti Villas & Spa

 Want to see more villas in Ubud? Click here for more options

Exploring Bali on a two-wheelers is fantastic way of saving on transportation and having fun. Bikes and scooters are available for rent everywhere in Bali, however be sure to have your international license and accidental insurance in place. You can rent a motorbike or scooty at 50,000 IDR daily ($3.5 / INR 220). You can also rent a car for a day at $40 (INR 2500) and ask the driver to follow your itinerary. For faraway places like Mount Agung, Batur and Lovina beach, there are packages available and don’t forget to bargain to get the best price.

Continental and western food in Bali is expensive. We suggest you try the local Indonesian food which is quite light and close to home for Indians due to similar spices. You can check out the Warungs (local restaurants or food shops run as family businesses) for Balinese non vegetarian dishes and seafood. Barbecue ayam (chicken), pork ribs and nasi goreng are our favorites. You can easily manage a meal consisting of rice, vegetables and a meat dish within 20,000 IDR ($1.5/ INR 100) in local Warungs. Plus chatting up with the locals over a drink, gives you greater insights about the culture and customs of Bali. Oh yeah! Doesn’t really hurt that beer (Bintang) and cocktails in Bali are dirt cheap 😉

For the ones who have total relaxation in mind, there is more good news. Spa and massages are very affordable in Bali. You will find that every third shop is a massage parlour in a Bali market and you can get a massage under  $6/INR 400. You can also spend a full day in luxury hotel spa for charges as low as $40/INR 2500.

Bali is heaven for shoppers. There are unique handcrafted woodwork, batik clothing, semi precious jewellery, cheap but great paintings and of course duty free merchandise in Kuta. Rent a car for half a day and take a private shopping tour through Bali visiting all the wonderful art and souvenir shops and end the day with bargain deals in Kuta.