Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 September
Estimated hotel price
AED 311
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Kuta in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 311
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. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to South Kuta include Etihad Airways, Garuda Indonesia and Egyptair. 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 Eazyrent and TRAC Astra, 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. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to South Kuta include Etihad Airways, Garuda Indonesia and Egyptair. 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 Eazyrent and TRAC Astra, among others, in Denpasar.

Airports near South Kuta

BWXBanyuwangi Blimbingsari
DPSDenpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
LOPPraya Lombok Intl

Airlines serving South Kuta

Lufthansa
Good (7,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,820 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,584 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,778 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,688 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,211 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,562 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,933 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (851 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Kuta

From 5-star hotels such as the Novotel Bali Nusa Dua 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 AED 210 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,204 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Santai Warung Bali and Villa Puri Royan Jimbaran. There are also lots of holiday rental options in South Kuta, with prices from AED 26 to AED 8,833 per night. Pecatu is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in South Kuta are about 6% 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 Marriott Vac Club Bali Nusa Du, Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection and The Mulia. The average nightly price for a double room in Benoa is AED 26.

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 30 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 Marriott Vac Club Bali Nusa Du, Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection and The Mulia. The average nightly price for a double room in Benoa is AED 26.
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 30 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

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Potato Head Suites & Studios
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 846+
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RIMBA by AYANA Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 620+
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Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 480+
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AYANA Resort Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
AED 981+
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Mulia Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
AED 929+
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Hilton Bali Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 540+
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Hiring a car in South Kuta

Expect to pay AED 2.87 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 34.38 and AED 45.84.

Expect to pay AED 2.87 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 34.38 and AED 45.84.

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