South Kuta travel guide

South Kuta Tourism | South Kuta Guide

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

Where to Eat in South Kuta

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 to visit South Kuta

South Kuta in June
Estimated hotel price
AED 511
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Kuta in June
Estimated hotel price
AED 511
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 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to South Kuta from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 9h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to South Kuta is to pick up a car hire from Denpasar, which is about 7 miles from South Kuta. You’ll find branches of TRAC Astra and Eazyrent, among others, in Denpasar.

Plane

When flying to South Kuta, you’ll arrive at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to South Kuta from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 9h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to South Kuta is to pick up a car hire from Denpasar, which is about 7 miles from South Kuta. You’ll find branches of TRAC Astra and Eazyrent, among others, in Denpasar.

Airports near South Kuta

Airlines serving South Kuta

Lufthansa
Good (4,588 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (921 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,426 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,548 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,926 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,485 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,486 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (484 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,616 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (179 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Kuta

From 5-star hotels such as the AYANA Resort Bali to great affordable options like the Marriott Bali Nusa Dua Gardens, South Kuta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 227 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,048 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Villa Puri Royan and Amaroossa Suite Bali. There are also lots of holiday rental options in South Kuta, with prices from AED 22 to AED 6,665 per night. Jimbaran is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in South Kuta are about 2% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Ungasan - In South Kuta’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Maxonehotels At Bukit Jimbaran, Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Ungasan and Hillstone Villas Resort Bali.

Benoa - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection and The Mulia. The average nightly price for a double room in Benoa is AED 39.

Pecatu - Le Grande Bali, PinkCoco Uluwatu - Constant Surprises - for Cool Adults Only and Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Pecatu will cost you about AED 28 per night.

Ungasan - In South Kuta’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Maxonehotels At Bukit Jimbaran, Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Ungasan and Hillstone Villas Resort Bali.
Benoa - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection and The Mulia. The average nightly price for a double room in Benoa is AED 39.
Pecatu - Le Grande Bali, PinkCoco Uluwatu - Constant Surprises - for Cool Adults Only and Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Pecatu will cost you about AED 28 per night.
Most popular hotel in South Kuta by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of South Kuta

Most booked hotels in South Kuta

RIMBA by AYANA Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 706+
Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
AED 466+
AYANA Resort Bali
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
AED 980+
Hilton Bali Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 557+
Hard Rock Hotel Bali
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 460+
Intercontinental Bali Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 698+

Hiring a car in South Kuta

Expect to pay AED 3.38 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 AED 40.55 and AED 54.06.

Expect to pay AED 3.38 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 AED 40.55 and AED 54.06.