Where to stay in Uluwatu: 17 Hotels and villas from budget to luxury to enjoy Bali’s best beaches, ocean views and more!

Written by Junanto Xu
Co-written by Cisca Lim, Laura Jodoin, Matin Firas Harahap
Edited by Beverley Lennon

Hidden in the south-western tip of Bali, Uluwatu sure makes a great option for day trips. Perhaps you’ll be heading there to enjoy the majestic Kecak Dance, uncover exotic hidden beaches, bask in glorious clifftop views and enjoy the best beach clubs, and although day trips sound exciting, we’d simply recommend you to opt for a stay in Uluwatu to make the best out of it! I mean, who’d say no to waking up to endless ocean views?!

Of course, if we were to hold on to stereotypes, Uluwatu would be deemed as a destination for weddings, luxury seekers and celebrities, but if you open your eyes wide (like us), you’d be in seventh heaven! The dreamy coastal town has a collection of stunning budget accommodation too!

Below, we have something for everyone, check out our exclusive list of Uluwatu resorts, villas and hotels from budget to luxury!

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Note: The prices reflected below are low season rates, and they exclude tax and service charges. Accommodation rates often change with room availability, and low or high seasons. We recommend double checking for the final prices before confirming your booking.

 

Budget accommodation

1. Stay in a bamboo hut! – Le Bamboo

If a natural retreat is your kind of dream holiday, Le Bamboo, with its cool jungle vibes and dazzling sweeping panorama may be what you’re looking for while in Uluwatu.

Designed as perfect spots to seek solitude, the bamboo huts are hidden on top of a green lush hill with Padang Padang Beach lying just a kilometre away – making it ideal for beach bums!

The thatched roof villas here are built with natural limestone and black bamboo, bringing a unique back-to-nature feel to the experience. As most of the villas are two-storey buildings, you will get to lounge upstairs and enjoy a majestic scenery of lush greenery with the vast ocean lying in front.

Sunset is a long-awaited moment at Le Bamboo as you dip in the infinity pool and relish Mother Nature’s best colour palette when the sky turns from blue, orange and pink – an even greater moment since there’s no skyscraper in the surroundings.

2. Get a taste of Santorini in Bali – Despacito Loft & Lounge

The song Despacito by Luis Fonsi may have created a worldwide buzz in the music industry but look out for Despacito Loft & Lounge in Uluwatu, as this striking stay is one that deserves to make history too.

Checking in at Despacito Loft & Lounge is almost as if you’ve made it to a Cycladic island. Blame it on its looks and sceneries, you’ll have an almost Santorini-like ocean view lying before you too.

Well, it does not end here. Book a stay at their two-storey loft and enjoy a private bathroom and pantry on the first floor with a cosy bedroom on the second floor. The all-white room with rustic wooden design and decor brings in a charming natural ambience.

On days where you are not exploring Uluwatu’s hidden beaches, lounge on their bean bags as you chug down icy-cold Bintangs (local beer) or take a dip in their infinity pool with jungle views. But when adventure is calling, just remember that Padang Padang Beach is a short 10-minute walk away!

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3. Uluwatu’s iconic temple is just 2 minutes’ drive away! – Uluwatu Jungle Villa

If you prefer being located close enough to Uluwatu’s top attractions, yet far enough from big crowds, this little gem of a villa might be the perfect pick! Uluwatu Jungle Villa is an ideal hideout spot for travellers who want to spend more dollars on adventure and activities rather than their accommodation.

Not to worry though, although labeled as a budget stay, the amenities offered here are more than enough to cater to your needs. You’ll get the whole shebang – air conditioning, hot shower, hairdryer, unlimited wifi, comfortable beds – we know you won’t spend much time in the room but we’re just saying it out loud so you know what you’re signing up for!

And why not throw a fun BBQ party by their expansive pool? That way you can meet like-minded travellers and share about your adventures in beautiful Uluwatu and around!

 4. Slide your balcony door for an eye treat! – Jepun Sari

We are not quite sure what we like the most about this hotel – is it the affordable price tag, the delightful comfort, or is it the local hospitality previous guests have raved about?

Jepun Sari is a locally-owned stay where you are guaranteed authentic Balinese hospitality and comfort. The accommodation is outlined with a beautiful garden that accommodates a swimming pool for adults and one for younger ones too.

Breakfast is also included in your room rates so Jepun Sari is an absolute steal! When you’re not lazing by the pool, you’ll also be able to rent a motorbike to explore Bali and its surroundings.

Also, did we hear pool bar? Seems like you’ll barely have to head out from your stay!

Mid-range accommodation

5. Stay in a bubble on the beach – Bubble hotel

This bubble tent is a new trend that’s gaining popularity in a few countries. Your accommodation is literally a bubble on the beach!

Can you imagine waking up on stretches of soft sand beaches while the sea crashes merely metres away from you?

Since the tent is transparent, there are no secrets, it’s just a king-size bed in a bubble 10 metres from the sea. Needless to say, there isn’t a air-conditioning.

Each bubble can fit two people, but if you’re travelling in a group, the staff at Bubble Hotel can set up three more bubbles in close proximity. Upon request, breakfast sandwiches, lemonade, candlelight dinners, and campfires can also be prepared for you!

Now you’re probably wondering where to keep your bags and where the bathroom is. There’s actually a secure storage area provided to stash your things as well as a private toilet and shower area.

From your bed, you’ll get to enjoy unobscured views of the ocean as well as the stunning star-studded sky if you happen to stay on a clear night. You’ll be surrounded by beautiful Bali greenery, and if you’re keen to cook on the beach, you can request for a BBQ too!

6. A blogger’s hidden oasis – Gravity Bali Hotel

If you’ve heard that gravity is the force that draws us down to earth, this little hotel in Uluwatu might rather take you to paradise!

We love a good beach rental as much as we love Bali and luckily, this photo-worthy stay is located a short distance from Uluwatu’s enviable stretches of sand and surf.

Located in a small alley in Jalan Labuan Sait, you’ll find 15 comfortable bungalows at Gravity, all designed in boho style and with ultimate beach vibes.

Whether you just want a place to lay your head between beach days or a home that lets you choose between ocean and pool, there’s something here for everyone.

On the outside, you’ll find refuge at their green garden with gazebo and a cascading infinity pool dotted with sunbeds and loungers. At first glance, you might think you’ve been transported to romantic Santorini.

With its Instagramable, chic, and chill venue, we bet it’ll hard to fight and leave gravity.

7. Get majestic sea views from your bed – Le Cliff

The view from the bed, you guys. THE VIEW FROM THE BED! Can you imagine waking up to anything more beautiful (and in Bali, for that matter)?

Still in Uluwatu, you’ll find this hidden gem overlooking the beautiful ocean. A charming place for a romantic getaway or one with the girls, you decide, but did we mention the view from the bed?

If its sibling Le Bamboo invites you for an exciting jungle retreat, Le Cliff, offers an intimate relationship with the dazzling Indian Ocean. This beautiful accommodation in Uluwatu offers a unique space with creative and stunning interiors that rival other boutique hotels in the area.

I hate to say it friends, but it’s not enough to simply go somewhere unexceptionally ‘nice’ anymore. Oh no. Instagram went and ruined that for all of us. Now, if we’re going to go on holiday in Bali, it feels like we’re obliged to visit somewhere super cool, somewhere with endless ocean views from your bed and complemented with interiors that are inspired by Pinterest maybe? Somewhere called Le Cliff, for sure.

Cheeky groups of monkeys are often spotted in the area so make sure you close your balcony door whenever you head out!

8. Be a Barbie girl in a Barbie world! – Pink Coco

Putting stereotypes aside, we’d say that Pink Coco is a one-of-a-kind stay with a big dose of pink and eventually plenty of #OOTD spots. Stepping into this fantasyland brings you to flamingo-pink interiors with quirky whimsical decor, it’s also just downright attractive and kitsch.

Meanwhile, your room doesn’t skip on the eclectic pink, with matching dreamy millennial-coloured cushions and equally colourful murals.

Gourmands will be delighted with their on-site award-winning restaurant, Trattoria, offering scrumptious Italian cuisine in a moonlit venue.

With Padang Padang Beach being a short 5-minute walk away, you’ll have your dose of turquoise blue sea when you’re done seeing life in pink. The beach is a famous spot for surfers and glossy sunburnt beach bums on the lookout for tanlines so you might join in the crowd too.

9. A Pinterest-approved bohemian room – Dreamsea Surf Camp

With a name that says it all, Dreamsea Surf Camp is where all of your sea fantasies come true, a place where you swoon away with an ocean lullaby.

Sitting atop a cliff, the dreamy boutique property serves more than just a base camp for waves chasers from around the world. If you are a gypsy at heart and love meeting people from around the world, you’ll enjoy a stay at Dreamsea Surf Camp.

You will find your own share of happiness in their all-white boho style room that comes with endless views of the majestic Indian Ocean.

Nomad, free-spirit, gypsy, wanderer or even artist – whichever moniker you identify with, you’ll feel right at home at this hotel (that feels more like a homestay). Rooms are also gifted with a private balcony, from which you can directly look out for waves. There is no television so you know you’ll feel better by spending the day outside, right by the beach.

10. This place belongs to your Instagram feed! – Sal Secret Spot

At Sal Secret Spot, you can vacation like an Olympian god. And if there’s something we’re sure of, it is that it won’t stay very secret for long – blame it on its good looks and guaranteed Instagram bragging rights!

Relish the comfort of your thatched roof lodge and wake up to magnificent ocean views right at your doorstep. These are what dreams are made of when in Bali.

You’ll fall for the beautiful white-stone building that is complemented by a two-level swimming pool where you can collect tan lines from the baking Balinese sun as you float on their beanbags.

A combination of wood and other natural materials give a charming look to the stay; you’ll also find a beautiful garden and lounge area with a gazebo to relax at.

11. A stay with an oceanview spa – Mick’s Place

Raved about by honeymooners and people travelling in groups, Mick’s Place is the perfect place for a relaxed holiday. Perched on the cliff of Bingin Beach, 7 beautiful Polynesian-style bungalows are positioned for one of the best views of Bali.

Imagine yourself floating in an infinity pool with a Bintang in your hand, overlooking the cliff and watching the surfers go at it with the waves. Or, you can take a 5-minute stroll to Bingin Beach and join in the madness yourself!

There are no carpet floors or 100-count thread sheets (some bungalows aren’t equipped with air-conditioning either) – but do expect exceptional service, a cosy, eco-friendly room and all the basic essentials.

Some of these essentials comprise an in-room safe to keep your important documents, a shower (outdoors!!) and bath, towels, mosquito net – and most importantly, a panoramic view of the ocean and surf below.

12. Relish in the unobtrusive ocean view from the hammock – The Sun & Surf Stay

We’re not going to lie, reaching The Sun & Surf Stay may not be very convenient since it’s located at the clifftop village of Bingin. But fret not, once you have conquered the long stairs in the narrow alleyway (the hotel clerk will help you with the luggage), you’ll be rewarded with a little slice of paradise, one that is bound to awaken your senses.

Unlock your room door and check into a whitewashed decor, alongside postcard-perfect views. Take time to lounge in the hammock hanging on your private balcony as you swoon away with jaw-dropping views of the endless ocean.

You may even be able to spot surfers conquering epic waves from your room since your stay overlooks the famed Bingin Beach. Keen for some action? Why not rent a surfboard and join the fun of riding waves? You are in Uluwatu, the surfers’ paradise after all!

Luxury accommodation

13. That secret place with a private beach: Karma Kandara

If you have always wanted to take a stunning beach photoshoot on a clifftop resort, the Karma Kandara is where your search ends.

Its private beach is a hidden gem, which is pretty much untouched by tourists due to its obscure location. The only way to reach this hidden beach is via the villa’s hill tram!

The views from the pool and the hotel dining area at the top of the cliff are absolutely spectacular, not to mention that its award-winning restaurant, Di Mare – voted by Tatler Indonesia as one of the best restaurants in Bali, is matched by world-class cuisine, which takes its inspiration from the Mediterranean.

Be sure to get yourself a cliff-front villa if you want endless views of the waves crashing on the walls of the cliff below.

14. Take an indulgent soak as you relax to the crashing waves – Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resorts

Cascading down Uluwatu’s cliffs is the magnificent Anantara Uluwatu, and its luxurious suites, duplex penthouses and pool villas – that come with their own infinity-edge pools and other pampering facilities.

This sanctuary of ingenious design and rugged natural beauty surely knows how to wow their guests in style. Offering sleek rooms with subdued interiors, the modern villas suites contrasts with the vivid tropical greenery outdoors – where the signature open-air Jacuzzi located in your suite’s balcony awaits you to take that first toe dip.

On the other hand, right in your villa, the enticing private pool welcomes you to take an indulgent soak while you relish in the glorious oceanfront view. Listen to the crashing waves and the symphony of nature around you – in the privacy of your personal pool!

P.S. If you’re ever at Anantara Uluwatu, do remember to check out the equally bubblicious spa Jacuzzi too!

15. Your very own slice of Santorini in Bali – Morabito Art Cliff

The latest find we’re obsessing over, Morabito Art Cliff is here with their very own version of Santorini.

Yes, there’s no need to pay a hefty price for a flight to Greece – all you have to do is head to Bali for a taste of Greece’s famed island!

Laze the day away in a jacuzzi tub facing the sapphire oceans by day, and by night enjoy the cool tropical ocean breeze in the LED-lit tub.

Great for couples who are longing to truly get away, Morabito Art Cliff indulges your senses in every way.

And just so you know, they also have accommodation that transports you to Marseille (France), and more!

16. Indulge yourself in beachfront paradise – Suarga Padang-Padang

Plan your stay at this amazing and unique bamboo-architecture boutique resort for a truly memorable stay on Bali! Suarga Padang Padang, an eco-friendly establishment for environmentally-friendly travellers, is sure to really ‘wow’ you when you finally arrive.

Imagine yourself floating in this majestic infinity pool overlooking panoramic ocean views with a cocktail in your hand and watching as the sun sets from some of the best beaches in the world. Just seeing photos of this gem of a hotel is enough to make us want to pack our bags right away!

Calling all water sport adrenaline junkies! The beach is accessible on foot a mere two-minute walk from the front door of the hotel, where surfing is a popular daytime activity. But if you have a little streak of adventure in you, don’t miss out on the hotel-organized treks, waterfall hikes, and even diving!

17. A surfer’s popular hotspot – Kamafari Surf Camp

Uluwatu is probably less appealing to novice surfers than Padang Padang Beach, yet hardcore surfers will love to be incredibly challenged with the spectacular waves. Both are conveniently accessible from Kamafari Surf Camp!

Needless to say, your surf instructor will know best where to bring you depending on your surfing level – for beginners, you will spend a couple of hours in the warm waters learning how to paddle, time the wave and get up on the board.

Raved as one of the best on the island, the team from Kamafari Surf Camp focuses on delivering fun, professional and informative lessons, getting you up for the first time with good technique, confidence and style! At the end of your stay, they will turn out to be the best of both worlds – family and friends!

Rooms at Kamafari Surf Camp come well-equipped and some of them even directly look out to the ocean.

Surf your day out and at the end, enjoy the surroundings by renting out a scooter to more lively places!

Ready to discover Bali’s top oceanfront spot? Uluwatu and its turquoise hues are waiting! Tag your friends and let them know where you are staying next!

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