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, Taman Wantilan - Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay (Jimbaran Bay, South Kuta) and Jala Restaurant (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. The shortest flight to South Kuta from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 8h 35m.
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 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 $98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $553 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 $13 to $4,291 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.
Pecatu - In South Kuta’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Le Grande Bali, PinkCoco Uluwatu - Constant Surprises & for Cool Adults Only and Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort.
Ungasan - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Maxonehotels At Bukit Jimbaran, Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Ungasan and Hillstone Villas Resort Bali. The average nightly price for a double room in Ungasan is $11.
Benoa - Marriott Vac Club Bali Nusa Du, Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection and The Mulia have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Benoa will cost you about $23 per night.
Expect to pay $1.40 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 $16.71 and $22.27.
South Kuta Travel Guide - View the KAYAK South Kuta city guide for the best South Kuta travel tips. To help you organise your South Kuta trip ideas, this South Kuta visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.