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 5 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$625
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Kuta in January
Estimated hotel price
$625
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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 8h 40m.

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 Avis 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. The shortest flight to South Kuta from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 8h 40m.

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 Avis 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 (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,955 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,730 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,926 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,912 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 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 $109 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $534 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 $15 to $3,587 per night. Pecatu is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in South Kuta are about 3% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Benoa - In South Kuta’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Marriott Vac Club Bali Nusa Du, Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection and The Mulia.

Pecatu - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Le Grande Bali, PinkCoco Uluwatu - Constant Surprises & for Cool Adults Only and Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort. The average nightly price for a double room in Pecatu is $15.

Benoa - In South Kuta’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Marriott Vac Club Bali Nusa Du, Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection and The Mulia.
Pecatu - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Le Grande Bali, PinkCoco Uluwatu - Constant Surprises & for Cool Adults Only and Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort. The average nightly price for a double room in Pecatu is $15.
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 (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$390+
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Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$316+
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RIMBA by AYANA Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$312+
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Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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AYANA Resort Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$502+
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Alila Seminyak
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$436+
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Hiring a car in South Kuta

Expect to pay $1.28 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 $15.31 and $20.41.

Expect to pay $1.28 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 $15.31 and $20.41.

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