Where to Stay: Bali Resorts Seminyak Comparison to Other Areas

Bali resorts Seminyak is located in the area that’s a playground travelers who yearn the finer things Bali has to offer. Its streets are lined with boutique shops and you can find an abundance of fine dining establishments in the area. it’s the place for people to shop and party and safely retreat to their resorts, coming home to a chef’s cooking and a butler ready to greet you. What are the other options aside from Seminyak and Kuta for your Bali accommodation?

Bali resorts Seminyak: getting to know the Seminyak area

Seminyak is the capital of Bali’s luxurious tourism and it shines through at seemingly every corner of the place. If you enjoy shop-hopping and appreciates the finer things of Bali vibrant scene, staying in a hotel or resort in Seminyak may just be right for you.

Staying in Ubud Bali for a more spiritual experience

In the last few years, Ubud has attracted a large crowd of yoga enthusiasts. As such, the area is now also known as the place where health and spiritualism combine. Have you been thinking of getting on that detox or retreat holiday? Your next Bali vacation may just be the right occasion for it. Stay away from Seminyak and Kuta for a bit, then. Choose resorts or hotels in Ubud or nearby areas like Sukawati or Singapadu. Staying in the Ubud area would be ideal for you who crave this sort of getaway.  

A quieter, less crowded tourist area: stay in Sanur

Sanur is the first area that got concentrated by tourism activities long before Kuta and Legian did. Sanur is a good place for you who’d like to stay close to the heart of the downtown, Denpasar. The area is close to some of the most important centers in Bali; 10-15 minutes ride to Renon (government offices), 30 minutes to the airport, and even closer to where the Balinese locals spend their day to day lives. Sanur is a touristy place, but definitely not to the extent where Bali resorts Seminyak or Kuta and Legian are.

A paradise for divers: stay in Amed, Karangasem

Amed is somewhere that is located the furthest away from other areas mentioned above. However, it’s a place perfect for those who love diving. Catch an impressively wide array of marine life and marine biodiversity. This may also be the best place for those of you who are interested in the Balinese traditional villages because of its remote location. Do note that by staying in Amed, you’re going to be very far away from the common tourist attractions as well as the center of the city. The nearest town would be Karangasem. Be prepared for a bit of inconvenience as there aren’t that many ATMs, for example.

Judith Stone