It’s safe to say that Bali has become a travel favourite among Singaporeans – not just for the scenic beaches, but also the favourable exchange rate that can save us a lot of money on food, drinks, and shopping.
Back in Singapore, we might not be able to afford a staycation at a luxury hotel but in Bali, our pockets suddenly run deep and ballin’ finally becomes a reality. To kickstart your fancy holiday, here are a few luxury hotels in Bali you can consider booking for your next stay.
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Overlooking white sandy beaches, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort flaunts elegance. Decorated with a minimalist-meets-organic interior, their rooms start at $188/night, which is less than half the price of their Singaporean counterpart.
Don’t worry if you can’t swim – the resort’s private beach has a reef barrier to ensure water levels are shallow and safe for play. But if you just wanna stay within the resort premises, they’ve also got a massive lagoon pool with slides and a swim-up bar.
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Explore the resort on a bike or indulge in some water sports like snorkelling, canoeing and windsurfing at an additional charge. Other activities to try out for free include aerobics, table tennis and billiards.
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Their kids club is also quite impressive with programmes like Balinese dance classes and baking classes. There’s also an outdoor kid’s pool, a reading room and a nap room for when your little one is all worn out from the day’s agenda.
Poolside dining at Cucina restaurant for Italian fare.
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Book a stay at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort.
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
Address: Kawasan Pariwisata ITDC Lot N5, Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 849 2888 | Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Website
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You might wanna stay at Bali’s Hard Rock Hotel instead of the one at Sentosa because they’re offering a stay at their Deluxe Room for about one-third the price. From $130/night, the spacious room is decorated with bold colours and a Fender guitar that you can rock out with for free during your stay.
Luxurious Rock Spa bath products are provided in the bathrooms.
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You can also live your rocker dream by releasing your own tracks at the Boom Box recording studio from just IDR 300000 (S$28). It’s both a karaoke booth and music studio that comes complete with a professional recording system and a sound technician.
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For added fun, turn your casual hangout at the pool into a paddle boat race, or roll across the waters in a zorb. This happens to be the largest free-form pool in Kuta. Plus, they’ve got water slides and foam parties too for some splashin’ fun in the water.
Other activities that are complimentary for guests include a beginner-friendly rock climbing wall, live music at the lobby bar and a Teens Club that’s got game consoles and a bean bag cinema.
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Book a stay at Hard Rock Hotel Bali.
Hard Rock Hotel Bali
Address: Jalan Pantai Kuta, Banjar Pande Mas, Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 761869 | Hard Rock Hotel Bali website
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From $227/night, the deluxe room at Grand Hyatt Bali will make you feel at peace with its woody interior. A one night’s stay in this spacious room would also cost about $150 less than a stay at the Grand Hyatt Singapore – now that’s peace for the wallet too.
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There are multiple swimming pools here to suit all sorts of preferences – from a spacious lagoon pool, to a river pool with water slides, and even a secluded Balinese feature pool for some tranquillity.
River pool.
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Besides the luxurious amenities, they’ve got a restaurant, Pasar Senggol, that’s designed to recreate the Balinese night market experience. You’ll also be treated to cultural dance performances while you’re dining.
Try out their spa treatments which incorporate traditional Balinese methods to ensure maximum relaxation.
Kriya Spa
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Book a stay at Grand Hyatt Bali.
Grand Hyatt Bali
Address: Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua BTDC Nusa Dua, Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 771234 | Grand Hyatt Bali website
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Featuring spacious rooms with a contemporary neutral-toned interior, Intercontinental Bali offers stays from $264/night – $160 saved and an upgrade, compared to a staycation in Singapore.
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While it’s located on the shores of Jimbaran Bay, there’s no need to venture into the seas for a dip because this resort has 6 pools. If you’re looking to just lounge around on a float while being in close perimeters to some snacks and drinks, hang out at the main pool where there’s a swim-up bar.
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Other activities include free rental of equipment for a day of cycling, soccer, and volleyball.
For something more adventurous, there’s a Rip Curl School of Surf right by the beach that offers activities such as surfing, stand-up paddle boarding and body boarding from $50 for a day pass.
Book a stay at InterContinental Bali Resort.
Intercontinental Bali
Address: Jalan Uluwatu 45, Jimbaran, Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 701888 | InterContinental Bali Resort website
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Starting from $192/night, Le Meridien Bali is about $150 cheaper than staying at Singapore’s equivalent in Sentosa. Flooded with natural sunlight, the spacious bedrooms in the Bali resort all come with balcony access.
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Located near Jimbaran Bay, this family-friendly resort features 3 swimming pools including a kids pool. The main saltwater lagoon pool has a swim-up pool bar serving cocktails and is open to all, while the upper deck pool is exclusively for those staying in villas and president suites.
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While parents get a massage at the Serenity Spa, they can drop off their lil ones at the Family Kids Club. Children will be kept entertained with educational fun toys, a TV that plays Disney movies, and a futsal table for the slightly older ones.
The rooftop pavilion can be booked for weddings and private dining experiences.
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Book a stay at Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran.
Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran
Address:Jalan Bukit Permai, Jimbaran, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 8948777 | Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran website
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Starting from $226/night, a whopping $200-ish difference from a staycation at Singapore’s version, every room at Conrad Bali is decorated with earthy tones and has access to a balcony for a quick breather and a view of the ocean. If you’re lucky, you might even spot local fishermen hard at work in the early hours.
The pool faces the sea and comes with plenty of deck chairs so you can soak up all that sun.
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Book a stay at Conrad Bali.
Conrad Bali
Address: Jalan Pratama No.168, Tanjung Benoa, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 778788 | Conrad Bali website
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Although the price difference is not huge, Courtyard By Marriott Seminyak Bali is a full-fledged beachside resort unlike its urbanic Singapore counterpart. From $296/night, even the most basic bedrooms come with a balcony with either a city view or pool view.
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To avoid the crowded beaches in Seminyak, walk down to Double Six – the hotel’s private space decked out with lounge chairs and umbrellas – for the perfect beach day. Or take a dip in the 3-tiered swimming pool that spans the entire length of the resort right down the middle.
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Dining options are aplenty ranging from Indonesian cuisine at Seminyak Kitchen to specialty steakhouse Seminyak Meat Shop. But perhaps the most interesting of all dining experiences is the food truck you’ll notice parked in the lobby. What The Truck! is a modified VW Kombi Van turned into a mini kitchen which serves Mexican tacos.
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Book a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Seminyak Bali.
Courtyard by Marriott Seminyak Bali
Address: Jalan Camplung Tanduk No 103 Sp, Dhyana Pura, Seminyak Bali 80361, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 8499600 | Courtyard by Marriott Seminyak Bali website
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The junior suite at The Ritz-Carlton Bali exudes luxury with black matte lines framing the interior and dark wood furnishing. A night’s stay in this posh suite starts from $492/night, a good $100 less than Singapore’s chain, and a definite upgrade from just a Deluxe guest room.
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The highlight of the room has to be the balcony that doubles up as a living area with a curved sofa taking centrestage. The bathroom is massive with a standalone tub and spacious wardrobe.
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You can complete your tai tai experience with complimentary yoga classes or a fly-high yoga class at just $19/45 minutes where you’ll find yourself relaxing in mid-air. If you’re not up for hanging from the ceiling, there are also complimentary yoga classes held at their lawn, studio, or by the pool.
Sun beds lined along the private beach.
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Book a stay at The Ritz-Carlton Bali.
The Ritz-Carlton Bali
Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan Lot III Sawangan, Nusa Dua Bali, 80363 Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 849 8988 | The Ritz-Carlton Bali website
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Hilton Bali Resort has stunning ocean-view rooms available from just $241/night – a good $120 difference from its Singapore counterpart. The Deluxe Rooms come complete with a daybed for a quick nap and a balcony that overlooks the ocean.
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Best part is, it’s just a short walk to their private beach where you can suntan to get that bronzy summer look, or rough it out with a day of water sports like snorkelling, scuba diving and sailing. You can even try something a little more exotic – a camel ride on the white sandy beaches from $62/hour.
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The resort itself is family-friendly with a jungle camp for the little ones so no one’s gonna feel left out. Your kids can try out rock climbing, jumping on trampolines, and even attend a Balinese dance class for free.
Book a stay at Hilton Bali Resort.
Hilton Bali Resort
Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, PO BOX 18, Nusa Dua 80363, Bali, Indonesia
Contact: +62 (0) 361 773 377 | Hilton Bali Resort website
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You can enjoy a luxurious stay at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali from just $244/night for a Deluxe Room, almost a third the price of a staycation at The Westin Singapore.
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With the resort located along the shores of Nusa Dua’s beach, there are activities like sailing, snorkelling or scuba diving amongst many other water sports.
Spacious sun beds lined along the shores of the resort’s private beach
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If you’d much rather prefer to stay within the resort, there are a few swimming pools for you to plunge in with a water slide and swim-up bar for added fun.
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Book a stay at The Westin Resort Bali.
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali
Address: Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua BTDC, Jl. Nusa Dua No.3, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Contact: +62 623 61771906 | The Westin Resort Bali website
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W Hotel is known for their glitzyness and the one at Bali is no different. With trendy pops of colours and abstract-looking furnishings decorating the room, you’ll feel instantly energized with a stay in their spacious Guest Room from $558/night.
Although not currently cheaper than W Hotel Singapore, keep a lookout for cheaper rates during non-peak periods as the prices tend to fluctuate depending on the season.
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Every room has access to a sizeable private balcony with either a floor-to-ceiling view of the gardens or ocean.
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There are at least 7 restaurants and bars here so you can look forward to spending a romantic night with cocktail in hand, accompanied by the view of the sun dipping into the ocean in the evening. There’s also a 24 hour spa for those looking for a tranquil time away from the nightlife.
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Book a stay at W Bali Seminyak.
W Hotel Seminyak
Address: Jalan Petitenget Kerobokan, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Contact: +62 361 3000106 | W Bali Seminyak website
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At Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali, you’ll feel like royalty in their bedroom suite featuring a super king sized bed, spacious walk-in dressing area and an enclosed balcony from just $286/night. At $400 in Singapore, you’ll only get a double bed with a balcony.
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If you’re not plunging into the plush pillows and goosing down the duvet, you can spend your day at their main infinity pool, or smaller pools for a quieter swim. Or, head down to the beach to watch jet-skis zooming in the distance.
Infinity pool
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If your kids get bored, drop them off at the Kids Club for a movie at their mini-cinema while you attend cooking classes or yoga lessons for free. You can also explore the surrounding Sanur area with a free bicycle rental from the hotel.
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If you can only dream of staying in a fancy luxury hotel in Singapore, consider splurging a little on a trip to Bali because prices there are a lot more affordable. And it’ll be especially memorable with the stunning beachfront stays and the wealth of water sports available for a good adventure.
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Originally published on 26 September 2019. Last updated by Aditi Kashyap on 29 August 2022.
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