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. South Kuta deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 January
Estimated hotel price
RM 229
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Kuta in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 229
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 Malaysia to South Kuta include AirAsia, AirAsia X and Emirates. The shortest flight to South Kuta from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 3h.

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 Avis, 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 Malaysia to South Kuta include AirAsia, AirAsia X and Emirates. The shortest flight to South Kuta from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 3h.

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 Avis, among others, in Denpasar.

Airports near South Kuta

Airlines serving South Kuta

Lufthansa
Good (7,165 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,346 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,829 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,792 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,642 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,502 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,184 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,664 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,863 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,302 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,436 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,302 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (301 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,448 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 Boho Bingin Beach Bali, South Kuta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 254 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,632 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 RM 35 to RM 9,994 per night. Pecatu is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in South Kuta are about 4% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Benoa - In South Kuta’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, Marriott Bali Nusa Dua Gardens and Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection.

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 RM 29.

Ungasan - Maxonehotels At Bukit Jimbaran, Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Ungasan and Hillstone Villas Resort Bali have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ungasan will cost you about RM 30 per night.

Benoa - In South Kuta’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, Marriott Bali Nusa Dua Gardens and Amarterra Villas Resort Bali Nusa Dua, Autograph Collection.
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 RM 29.
Ungasan - Maxonehotels At Bukit Jimbaran, Four Points by Sheraton Bali, Ungasan and Hillstone Villas Resort Bali have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ungasan will cost you about RM 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

Potato Head Suites & Studios
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 972+
RIMBA by AYANA Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 890+
Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
RM 569+
AYANA Resort Bali
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,252+
Mulia Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,097+
Intercontinental Bali Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 776+

Hiring a car in South Kuta

Expect to pay RM 3.44 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 RM 41.23 and RM 54.97.

Expect to pay RM 3.44 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 RM 41.23 and RM 54.97.