South Kuta is a must-see destination in Bali, Indonesia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything South Kuta has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Jala Restaurant (Jimbaran Bay, South Kuta) and Taman Wantilan - Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay (Jimbaran Bay, South Kuta) are great picks.
When flying to South Kuta, you’ll arrive at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), which is located 4 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to South Kuta include Garuda Indonesia, KLM and Batik Air. The shortest flight to South Kuta from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 3h 40m.
Another option to get to South Kuta is to pick up a car hire from Denpasar, which is about 12 km from South Kuta. You’ll find branches of Eazyrent and TRAC Astra, among others, in Denpasar.
From 5-star hotels such as the AYANA Resort Bali to great affordable options like the Adila Bali, South Kuta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $104 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $488 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Santai Warung Bali and Villa Puri Royan. There are also lots of holiday rental options in South Kuta, with prices from $11 to $3,421 per night. Jimbaran is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in South Kuta are about 3% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Benoa - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, Marriott Bali Nusa Dua Gardens and Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection. The average nightly price for a double room in Benoa is $17.
Ungasan - Maxonehotels At Bukit Jimbaran, Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Ungasan and Hillstone Villas Resort Bali have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ungasan will cost you about $12 per night.
Expect to pay $1.48 per litre in South Kuta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.73 and $23.64.