Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

South Kuta travel guide

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You're Going to Love South Kuta

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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything South Kuta has to offer.

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Where to Eat in South Kuta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Taman Wantilan - Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay (Jimbaran Bay, South Kuta) and Jala Restaurant (Jimbaran Bay, South Kuta) are great picks.

When to visit South Kuta

South Kuta in March
Estimated hotel price
$240
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Kuta in March
Estimated hotel price
$240
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to South Kuta

Plane

When flying to South Kuta, you’ll arrive at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), which is located 4 km from the city center. The shortest flight to South Kuta from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 22h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to South Kuta is to pick up a car rental from Denpasar, which is about 12 km from South Kuta. You’ll find branches of Europcar and EasyRent Bali, among others, in Denpasar.

Plane

When flying to South Kuta, you’ll arrive at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), which is located 4 km from the city center. The shortest flight to South Kuta from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 22h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to South Kuta is to pick up a car rental from Denpasar, which is about 12 km from South Kuta. You’ll find branches of Europcar and EasyRent Bali, among others, in Denpasar.

Airports near South Kuta

BWXBanyuwangi Blimbingsari
DPSDenpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
LOPPraya Lombok Intl

Airlines serving South Kuta

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,775 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,721 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,174 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,867 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,110 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,259 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,679 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,389 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,160 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,865 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,452 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Kuta

From 5-star hotels such as the Novotel Bali Nusa Dua - Hotel & Residences to great affordable options like the Boho Bingin Beach Bali, South Kuta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $54 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $302 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Villa Puri Royan Jimbaran and Amaroossa Suite Bali. There are also lots of vacation rental options in South Kuta, with prices from $14 to $412 per night. Pecatu is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in South Kuta are about 71% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Pecatu - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as Gravity Eco Boutique Hotel - Adults Only, Le Grande Bali and PinkCoco Uluwatu - Constant Surprises & for Cool Adults Only. The average nightly price for a double room in Pecatu is $10.

Jimbaran - RIMBA by AYANA Bali, Kupu Kupu Jimbaran Beach Hotel & Spa by L'Occitane and The Open House Jimbaran Bali have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Jimbaran will cost you about $7 per night.

Pecatu - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as Gravity Eco Boutique Hotel - Adults Only, Le Grande Bali and PinkCoco Uluwatu - Constant Surprises & for Cool Adults Only. The average nightly price for a double room in Pecatu is $10.
Jimbaran - RIMBA by AYANA Bali, Kupu Kupu Jimbaran Beach Hotel & Spa by L'Occitane and The Open House Jimbaran Bali have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Jimbaran will cost you about $7 per night.
Most popular hotel in South Kuta by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of South Kuta

Most booked hotels in South Kuta

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RIMBA by AYANA Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 4038 reviews)
$147+
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Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 2793 reviews)
$160+
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The Apurva Kempinski Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 2365 reviews)
$273+
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W Bali - Seminyak
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1724 reviews)
$279+
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Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 3293 reviews)
$100+
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AYANA Resort Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2983 reviews)
$245+
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Renting a car in South Kuta

Expect to pay $2.88 per gallon in South Kuta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $34.52 and $46.03.

Expect to pay $2.88 per gallon in South Kuta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $34.52 and $46.03.