Guidebook for Kuta
Food Scene
A bakery that makes the best croissant in Bali! the almond croissant is a must try if you ever come to the area : )
164 locals recommend
Monsieur Spoon Seminyak
no. 2 OberoiA bakery that makes the best croissant in Bali! the almond croissant is a must try if you ever come to the area : )
A great breakfast or brunch spot in Seminyak! Always crowded, but the food is great and flavorful!
261 locals recommend
Sisterfields Cafe
No.7 Jl. Kayu CendanaA great breakfast or brunch spot in Seminyak! Always crowded, but the food is great and flavorful!
a great suckling pig in Seminyak area. very popular and crowded and spicy.
They serve only suckling pig with their side dishes.
Order by stating whether you like the suckling pig and side dishes served in the same plate as your rice or separated.
Separated, you can say 'pisah', and for mixed you can say 'campur'
93 locals recommend
Warung Babi Guling Pak Malen
No.554 Jl. Sunset Roada great suckling pig in Seminyak area. very popular and crowded and spicy.
They serve only suckling pig with their side dishes.
Order by stating whether you like the suckling pig and side dishes served in the same plate as your rice or separated.
Separated, you can say 'pisah', and for mixed you can say 'campur'
A Local's Favorite!!! very2 inexpensive. The smallest cup which will give you 2 flavors will cost only roughly USD 2!
Definitely give it a try if you have time. It is also very close to the villa.
P.S: They are actually located at Mertanadi road, which I don't know why they are still shown at Umalas road. Do try to find them in google maps : )
249 locals recommend
Gusto Gelato & Caffé
46B Jl. MertanadiA Local's Favorite!!! very2 inexpensive. The smallest cup which will give you 2 flavors will cost only roughly USD 2!
Definitely give it a try if you have time. It is also very close to the villa.
P.S: They are actually located at Mertanadi road, which I don't know why they are still shown at Umalas road. Do try to find them in google maps : )
A must try of Pork rib in Bali. An extended branch of the most famous pork rib in Ubud. Very savory and umami flavors! Very close to the villa.
100 locals recommend
Naughty Nuri's Seminyak
A must try of Pork rib in Bali. An extended branch of the most famous pork rib in Ubud. Very savory and umami flavors! Very close to the villa.
Great local blend of coffee shop that also serves hearty choice of savoury menu from breakfast, to lunch to dinner, great ambience. A little bit secluded in location, but if you set your eye for a wooden board with 2 pistol guns crossing, you'll find them alright : )
217 locals recommend
Revolver Espresso
Gang 51 Jl. Kayu AyaGreat local blend of coffee shop that also serves hearty choice of savoury menu from breakfast, to lunch to dinner, great ambience. A little bit secluded in location, but if you set your eye for a wooden board with 2 pistol guns crossing, you'll find them alright : )
a great ambience restaurant that serves ah-ma-zing food! Service is very attentive too. you will not be disappointed in this restaurant. Try their soft shell crab salad and squid ink rice if you do visit this restaurant : )
100 locals recommend
Kilo Bali
No.22 Jl. Drupadia great ambience restaurant that serves ah-ma-zing food! Service is very attentive too. you will not be disappointed in this restaurant. Try their soft shell crab salad and squid ink rice if you do visit this restaurant : )
Best tea time place in Seminyak! Their high tea selection will allow you to taste bites from a mix of local to international snack. You must try their carrot cake! I sometimes go here just for the carrot cake. The ambience of the restaurant is also a great glimpse of Indonesian tropical architecture, when its raining, and you are having your high tea here, and its quiet, it feels out of the world : )
Definitely my favorite spot in Seminyak!
P.s : They also sell little bits such as books, and souvenirs.
144 locals recommend
Biku
no.888 Gg. BinaBest tea time place in Seminyak! Their high tea selection will allow you to taste bites from a mix of local to international snack. You must try their carrot cake! I sometimes go here just for the carrot cake. The ambience of the restaurant is also a great glimpse of Indonesian tropical architecture, when its raining, and you are having your high tea here, and its quiet, it feels out of the world : )
Definitely my favorite spot in Seminyak!
P.s : They also sell little bits such as books, and souvenirs.
A great burger joint that serves burgers with varieties of proteins source, from chicken, beef, pork to veggie burger! Best value burger in Bali : ) P. S : It is also available for delivery through application go-food.
38 locals recommend
Pit-Stop Burgers
A great burger joint that serves burgers with varieties of proteins source, from chicken, beef, pork to veggie burger! Best value burger in Bali : ) P. S : It is also available for delivery through application go-food.
Great brunch spot filled with western tourists or expats. Also combined with Nalu bowls, great choice of options to start the day : )
319 locals recommend
Milk & Madu Cafe
No.52 Jl. Pantai BerawaGreat brunch spot filled with western tourists or expats. Also combined with Nalu bowls, great choice of options to start the day : )
a sister company of Ultimo, Char Char is the new restaurants with cool concepts. Live station, where they cook in front of you. Check out their unique bathrooms!
92 locals recommend
Char Char Bar & Grill
No.78 Jl. Kayu Ayaa sister company of Ultimo, Char Char is the new restaurants with cool concepts. Live station, where they cook in front of you. Check out their unique bathrooms!
Great Value, Great Food, Great Ambience located at the heart of Seminyak
558 locals recommend
Ultimo Italian Restaurant
78 Jalan Kayu AyaGreat Value, Great Food, Great Ambience located at the heart of Seminyak
a very nice coffee shop with selections of main dishes from brunch to dinner. Also have live music during weekend nights. P.S : Try their chocolate vegan donuts!
118 locals recommend
Pison Coffee
No.19A Jl. Petitengeta very nice coffee shop with selections of main dishes from brunch to dinner. Also have live music during weekend nights. P.S : Try their chocolate vegan donuts!
A very well known place in Seminyak that serves local food, western food, thai food and varieties of option you can think of. A fit for groups as you might find something that you like! They also have live traditional bali dance every weekend nights!
547 locals recommend
Made's Warung
7 Jl. Raya SeminyakA very well known place in Seminyak that serves local food, western food, thai food and varieties of option you can think of. A fit for groups as you might find something that you like! They also have live traditional bali dance every weekend nights!
A great and easy pizza to eat in or to go. Fairly priced with occasional promotion now and then.
P.S : They also deliver to the villa directly or through application 'Go-Jek'
21 locals recommend
Domino's Pizza Indonesia
No 98 Br Taman, KutaA great and easy pizza to eat in or to go. Fairly priced with occasional promotion now and then.
P.S : They also deliver to the villa directly or through application 'Go-Jek'
A place for my stop over usually as it is close to the villa. They serve Revolver coffee here with a bigger space so usually I personally stop over here for the coffee. They also serve brunch and the service is always very friendly.
Definitely a recommended place!
95 locals recommend
Corner House
A place for my stop over usually as it is close to the villa. They serve Revolver coffee here with a bigger space so usually I personally stop over here for the coffee. They also serve brunch and the service is always very friendly.
Definitely a recommended place!
a beautiful fine dining restaurants that serves you a complete package of flavorful dish and 5 star services. Do consider this fine dining restaurants for your special occasion.
P.S : Reservation is necessary
704 locals recommend
Métis
No.6 Jl. Petitengeta beautiful fine dining restaurants that serves you a complete package of flavorful dish and 5 star services. Do consider this fine dining restaurants for your special occasion.
P.S : Reservation is necessary
A great Vietnamese food that is very recommended if you are in the mood for asian lunch or dinner. The food tastes fresh and fragrant! Try one of their salad bowl or their pho or Vietnamese spring roll. Service was very great too!
63 locals recommend
Bo & Bun
No.26 Br. BasangkasaA great Vietnamese food that is very recommended if you are in the mood for asian lunch or dinner. The food tastes fresh and fragrant! Try one of their salad bowl or their pho or Vietnamese spring roll. Service was very great too!
A must try when you are in Bali. Mostly asian fusion dish with an amazing pork hock as their signature dish for dinner. I have tried most of their dish and could not find any that I did not like! Service is top notch as well! Cant really complain about anything in this place.
P.S: It is also located about 8 minutes walk from the villa door!
422 locals recommend
Mamasan Bali
135 Jl. Raya KerobokanA must try when you are in Bali. Mostly asian fusion dish with an amazing pork hock as their signature dish for dinner. I have tried most of their dish and could not find any that I did not like! Service is top notch as well! Cant really complain about anything in this place.
P.S: It is also located about 8 minutes walk from the villa door!
One of the best organic restaurant in Bali. Wide selection of food and most of them are very flavorful despite it being healthy (which is a definite plus for me!)
P.S: They also have a choice if you want to personalize your salad bowl. Kindly ask them for a form for salad bowl mix.
76 locals recommend
Earth cafe & Market Seminyak
No.30 Jl. Kayu AyaOne of the best organic restaurant in Bali. Wide selection of food and most of them are very flavorful despite it being healthy (which is a definite plus for me!)
P.S: They also have a choice if you want to personalize your salad bowl. Kindly ask them for a form for salad bowl mix.
Amazing decor, great ambience, flavorful food, great service of a restaurant in the heart of Seminyak that serves Indonesian fusion food. Definitely recommended!
P.S : Reservation is a must.
371 locals recommend
Merah Putih
100X Jl. PetitengetAmazing decor, great ambience, flavorful food, great service of a restaurant in the heart of Seminyak that serves Indonesian fusion food. Definitely recommended!
P.S : Reservation is a must.
charming fine dining little spot not far away from seminyak square with great ambience, and superior service. Amazing flavors, unique blend of food palate in your mouth!
P.S : Do make a reservation before going as they tend to be fully booked!
26 locals recommend
Teatro Gastroteque
No.1-2 Jl. Kayu Ayacharming fine dining little spot not far away from seminyak square with great ambience, and superior service. Amazing flavors, unique blend of food palate in your mouth!
P.S : Do make a reservation before going as they tend to be fully booked!
smoothie bowl in Bali. flavourful, colourful and fresh. I believe what looks good and bright in your eyes must be good for your gut as well : )
118 locals recommend
Nalu Bowls
2A Jl. Drupadi 1smoothie bowl in Bali. flavourful, colourful and fresh. I believe what looks good and bright in your eyes must be good for your gut as well : )
Drinks & Nightlife
Lively at night time. Amazing interior with tropical lush garden inside! Actually walking distance from the villa, and among many restaurants : ) P.S : Please take a reputable taxi company (only use Blue Bird) or online platform taxi such as Uber or Grab for your safety.
1095 locals recommend
La Favela
No.177X Jalan Laksamana OberoiLively at night time. Amazing interior with tropical lush garden inside! Actually walking distance from the villa, and among many restaurants : ) P.S : Please take a reputable taxi company (only use Blue Bird) or online platform taxi such as Uber or Grab for your safety.
Great Ambience of Bar located at Jl. Kayu Aya, the lively spot of Seminyak. Amazing cocktails, music, food, an overall brilliant atmosphere. They offer complimentary canapés most of the time. Staffs are very attentive which always provide a great touch!
502 locals recommend
Red Carpet Champagnebar
No.42 Jl. Kayu AyaGreat Ambience of Bar located at Jl. Kayu Aya, the lively spot of Seminyak. Amazing cocktails, music, food, an overall brilliant atmosphere. They offer complimentary canapés most of the time. Staffs are very attentive which always provide a great touch!
Also a restaurant during lunch and dinner time which serves Mexican food and amazing tacos! After dinner time, the atmosphere changed to a more lively atmosphere and great music!
P.S : can become very crowded during weekend nights, so service can be quite slow.
406 locals recommend
Motel Mexicola
9X Jl. Kayu JatiAlso a restaurant during lunch and dinner time which serves Mexican food and amazing tacos! After dinner time, the atmosphere changed to a more lively atmosphere and great music!
P.S : can become very crowded during weekend nights, so service can be quite slow.
The most happening beach club in Seminyak with a spacious lawn and an infinity pool. A great arrays of musics with great selections of drinks and small bites. It once host Ellie Goulding, Fat Boy Slim, Mark Ronson and many others.
P.S: It is also open for lunch and dinner.
1377 locals recommend
Potato Head Beach Club Bali
No.51B Jl. PetitengetThe most happening beach club in Seminyak with a spacious lawn and an infinity pool. A great arrays of musics with great selections of drinks and small bites. It once host Ellie Goulding, Fat Boy Slim, Mark Ronson and many others.
P.S: It is also open for lunch and dinner.
A beach club that opens from 8 AM in the morning to 1 AM in the midnight. Great for brunch, lunch, dinner and nightlife with a more lounging and cozy ambient. Very nice service, great food and amazing view of sunset. Was once an icon of Seminyak.
1157 locals recommend
Ku De Ta Bar
No.9 Jl. Kayu AyaA beach club that opens from 8 AM in the morning to 1 AM in the midnight. Great for brunch, lunch, dinner and nightlife with a more lounging and cozy ambient. Very nice service, great food and amazing view of sunset. Was once an icon of Seminyak.
Parks & Nature
A 2 hour hike that will lead to a magnificent sun rise view. You do need to start from midnight from the villa, as you need to drive about 2 hours to get to the base of the mountain and another 2- 3 hours hike to get to the top.
222 locals recommend
Mount Batur
A 2 hour hike that will lead to a magnificent sun rise view. You do need to start from midnight from the villa, as you need to drive about 2 hours to get to the base of the mountain and another 2- 3 hours hike to get to the top.
A breezy, white sand and great sunset spot. It does take a long drive to get but the sunset view is so worth it.
It is somehow still a secret spot as very further away from everything, no stalls selling anything yet, and few people know it!
30 locals recommend
Pantai tegal wangi
A breezy, white sand and great sunset spot. It does take a long drive to get but the sunset view is so worth it.
It is somehow still a secret spot as very further away from everything, no stalls selling anything yet, and few people know it!
the closest one to the villa. Very crowded during sunset time. but, the sunset is very colorful! sit here, watch the sunsets and waves come and go, and locals bring their families, relatives and dogs, a true breeze and a glimpse of bali life. FREE
352 locals recommend
Petitenget Beach
the closest one to the villa. Very crowded during sunset time. but, the sunset is very colorful! sit here, watch the sunsets and waves come and go, and locals bring their families, relatives and dogs, a true breeze and a glimpse of bali life. FREE
I love this beach due to the amazing sunset. Though can be a little crowded.
415 locals recommend
Double Six Beach
Jalan Double SixI love this beach due to the amazing sunset. Though can be a little crowded.
Arts & Culture
collections from Agung Rai and his wife that consists mostly local paintings, telling you stories about local traditions, customs and beliefs. At the moment, the entrance fee is IDR 80,000 per person including welcome drinks and a little snack. You can also bring a book where you can read your books in the 'bale bengong' in the cafe or sit in the park.
It is mostly quiet so you will be guaranteed to have a peaceful walk and time here!
127 locals recommend
Agung Rai Art Museum
Jalan Raya Pengosekan Ubudcollections from Agung Rai and his wife that consists mostly local paintings, telling you stories about local traditions, customs and beliefs. At the moment, the entrance fee is IDR 80,000 per person including welcome drinks and a little snack. You can also bring a book where you can read your books in the 'bale bengong' in the cafe or sit in the park.
It is mostly quiet so you will be guaranteed to have a peaceful walk and time here!
This is my favourite temple in Ubud. The temple is very photogenic with various of objects and moments to capture. But the most important feature here, is you can do a cleansing ritual with the spring water from the spouts, in which each spouts represent a different meaning. Please dress appropriately, do your research prior to coming here and be culturally sensitive. This place is A MUST VISIT for you to really get an insight on local beliefs and culture. Definitely not to be missed.
P.S : I recommend you to take a day trip and rent a car with a driver to go there, as not so many online taxi is available in that area.
321 locals recommend
Tirta Empul Temple
Jalan TirtaThis is my favourite temple in Ubud. The temple is very photogenic with various of objects and moments to capture. But the most important feature here, is you can do a cleansing ritual with the spring water from the spouts, in which each spouts represent a different meaning. Please dress appropriately, do your research prior to coming here and be culturally sensitive. This place is A MUST VISIT for you to really get an insight on local beliefs and culture. Definitely not to be missed.
P.S : I recommend you to take a day trip and rent a car with a driver to go there, as not so many online taxi is available in that area.
Shopping
Great collection of brands such as H&M, Zara, Mango and such. Also got ATM, Cinema, restaurants, salon, spa, and Velvet nightclub.
A great relaxing spot after visiting Kuta beach
528 locals recommend
Beachwalk Shopping Center
Jalan Pantai KutaGreat collection of brands such as H&M, Zara, Mango and such. Also got ATM, Cinema, restaurants, salon, spa, and Velvet nightclub.
A great relaxing spot after visiting Kuta beach
A street filled with restaurants, cafes, boutique and souvenir shops to round up your trip to Bali. You want to reach Sunset road first where the burger king and food hall is located, then cross the road at the intersection to 'Jl Raya Taman' and walk along that road that will lead to Kayu aya road.
24 locals recommend
Jalan Lasmana Oberoy
Jalan Kayu AyaA street filled with restaurants, cafes, boutique and souvenir shops to round up your trip to Bali. You want to reach Sunset road first where the burger king and food hall is located, then cross the road at the intersection to 'Jl Raya Taman' and walk along that road that will lead to Kayu aya road.
A huge store that has everything you need for souvenirs! From food, to clothing, jewelry, to house decorations that comes with a fixed price so you don't have to hassle with bargaining! They also have a coupon when you can take pictures wearing Balinese traditional clothing.
90 locals recommend
KRISNA OLEH OLEH KHAS BALI
No.88 Jl. Sunset RoadA huge store that has everything you need for souvenirs! From food, to clothing, jewelry, to house decorations that comes with a fixed price so you don't have to hassle with bargaining! They also have a coupon when you can take pictures wearing Balinese traditional clothing.
A combination of an interior shop and a cafe. Food is great, cakes are yummy, but I mostly go there just to explore what new stuff they have in their interior boutique. Do drop by if you are into interior and have time to just relax and rewind. Probably best during late afternoon for a coffee and snack in which to be continued for a short stroll to the nearby Petitenget Beach.
51 locals recommend
Kim soo
No.21 Jl. Kayu AyaA combination of an interior shop and a cafe. Food is great, cakes are yummy, but I mostly go there just to explore what new stuff they have in their interior boutique. Do drop by if you are into interior and have time to just relax and rewind. Probably best during late afternoon for a coffee and snack in which to be continued for a short stroll to the nearby Petitenget Beach.
A stand alone fabric store that is 3 storey high and also a basement. So they totally have hundreds and thousands of fabric choices for you. Definitely drop by if it is something that interest you. Something to take back for a D-I-Y project or even for professional use.
8 locals recommend
Alta Moda
A stand alone fabric store that is 3 storey high and also a basement. So they totally have hundreds and thousands of fabric choices for you. Definitely drop by if it is something that interest you. Something to take back for a D-I-Y project or even for professional use.
Essentials
if you plan to cook or want to buy snacks during your time at the villa, do try food hall. It is about 7 mins walking distance from the villa and it will have everything you would need for your stay at our villa.
22 locals recommend
Food Hall
1 Jl. Sunset Roadif you plan to cook or want to buy snacks during your time at the villa, do try food hall. It is about 7 mins walking distance from the villa and it will have everything you would need for your stay at our villa.
A favorite grocery shop of mine. Got fresh produce and also great selections of snacks, cheese and fresh sashimi. They also serve to go Japanese dishes such as sashimi, bento box and they go for 30% sale starting at 9 pm so they always are fresh tomorrow : )
26 locals recommend
Papaya Fresh Gallery
A favorite grocery shop of mine. Got fresh produce and also great selections of snacks, cheese and fresh sashimi. They also serve to go Japanese dishes such as sashimi, bento box and they go for 30% sale starting at 9 pm so they always are fresh tomorrow : )
My personal spot for currency exchange that is very close to the villa. They have many branches across Bali.
P.S : Please do try to avoid street vendor currency exchange as we all have seen many scam and fake money in the past. Do only exchange your currency in reputable company such as this or reputable national banks; BCA, OCBC, Maybank, Permata.
9 locals recommend
Central Kuta money exchange
42 Jl. Pantai KutaMy personal spot for currency exchange that is very close to the villa. They have many branches across Bali.
P.S : Please do try to avoid street vendor currency exchange as we all have seen many scam and fake money in the past. Do only exchange your currency in reputable company such as this or reputable national banks; BCA, OCBC, Maybank, Permata.
In my own opinion, the best value of massage in the island. It is fairly prices to what you will be getting. Clean, great technique, just COZY!
They use proper mattresses, the kind that we use for our bed instead of usual thin mattress and it felt very comfortable! definitely give their 1.5 hours massage and you will surely not be disappointed : )
P.S:appointment is mandatory as they are mostly fully booked.
29 locals recommend
Cozy Spa
No.77 Jl. Batu BeligIn my own opinion, the best value of massage in the island. It is fairly prices to what you will be getting. Clean, great technique, just COZY!
They use proper mattresses, the kind that we use for our bed instead of usual thin mattress and it felt very comfortable! definitely give their 1.5 hours massage and you will surely not be disappointed : )
P.S:appointment is mandatory as they are mostly fully booked.
Best massage spot in Bali and very close by to the villa. Please believe me and try it for your own sake! A very dreamy massage practiced by professionals who really seem to know their stuff. I really did not want my massage to end.
P.S : Do make a booking prior to coming as they are very busy.
39 locals recommend
Jari Menari
No.47 Jl. Raya BasangkasaBest massage spot in Bali and very close by to the villa. Please believe me and try it for your own sake! A very dreamy massage practiced by professionals who really seem to know their stuff. I really did not want my massage to end.
P.S : Do make a booking prior to coming as they are very busy.
Entertainment & Activities
A rafting company that has reputable brand for rafting activities in Ubud. A bit more pricy than the other carrier, but definitely worth the safety in the tools and equipments they use.
7 locals recommend
Start Point Sobek Telagawaja
Jalan RayaA rafting company that has reputable brand for rafting activities in Ubud. A bit more pricy than the other carrier, but definitely worth the safety in the tools and equipments they use.
A close by gym that is near to the villa. It is newly opened in mid 2017 that is well equipped with cardio machines, weights and also have outdoor swimming pool.
13 locals recommend
Louis And Friends Fitness
no 89 Jl. BidadariA close by gym that is near to the villa. It is newly opened in mid 2017 that is well equipped with cardio machines, weights and also have outdoor swimming pool.
A historical diving spot you need to see if you have a license. The site is filled with beautiful corals and schooling fishes! Can be crowded sometime especially around lunch time as it is a famous site for beginners.
P.S : Try their morning dive and see schools of bumped leaving the shipwreck!
11 locals recommend
Tulamben Wreck Diver
Jl. Amlapura-SingarajaA historical diving spot you need to see if you have a license. The site is filled with beautiful corals and schooling fishes! Can be crowded sometime especially around lunch time as it is a famous site for beginners.
P.S : Try their morning dive and see schools of bumped leaving the shipwreck!
A great beach club located in Canggu. Great food with great sunset view! Do try to book in advance as it can get pretty crowded during high season.
807 locals recommend
Finns VIP Beach Club
99 Jalan Pantai BerawaA great beach club located in Canggu. Great food with great sunset view! Do try to book in advance as it can get pretty crowded during high season.