Bali Restaurant Guide

Alila Manggis   4 star / 58 rooms
Rate: Superior $ 145.20 / Deluxe $ 175.45 (Rates include breakfast)
Set on a secluded beach in east Bali in the village of Manggis lies the Alila Manggis - Bali. Set amidst a coconut grove with the magnificent Mount Agung rising in the background and clear views across the Badung Straits to Penida Island, Alila Manggis - Bali offers simple, contemporary Balinese luxury.

Candi Beach Cottage   3 star / 64 rooms
Rate: Superior Rm $ 72.60 / Superior Villa $ 84.70 (Rates include breakfast)
Located on Mendira Beach, the Candi Beach Cottages is set amidst swaying palms in area of Bali that is still unhurried and tranquil. Great value for money and friendly service make the Candi Beach Cottages one of the favorite hotels Bali.

Hotel Rama Candidasa   3 star / 74 rooms
Rate: Wing Room $ 43.00 / Gardenview Room $ 52.00 (Rates include breakfast)
Situated on the best beach area in Candi Dasa, the Hotel Rama Candidasa with low rise buildings and well manicured gardens offers excellent value for money. Larger than average rooms that are clean and well appointed are perfect for families.

Puri Bagus Candidasa   3 star / 49 rooms
Rate: Superior $ 66.00 / Deluxe $ 99.00 (Rates include breakfast)
Situated directly on the beach in Candidasa, Puri Bagus Candidasa provides luxurious setting and contemporary accommodation in an area with abundance of recreational and cultural activites.

Puri Bagus Manggis   3 star / 7 rooms
Rate: Superior $ 66.00 (Rate includes breakfast)
Located in what was once a Balinese family compound the Puri Bagus Manggis is ideally situated in the heart of one most fabled kingdoms in Balinese history - Karangasem. Ideal for those looking for a peaceful holiday while exploring the cultural richness of Bali.

Watergarden, The   2 star / 13 rooms
Rate: Standard Room $ 70.00 / Deluxe Room $ 85.00
Nestled in the heart of Candidasa, the Watergarden features thatched roof cottages that are strategically placed throughout an award winning lily pond garden creating an ambiance that is simply elegant. Centrally located the Watergarden is a great choice to explore and enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of east Bali that has a timeless quality as ancient cultures and traditions remain remarkably unchanged.

Mimpi Dive Resort Tulamben   melati 3 / 30 rooms
Rate: Patio $ 62.00 / Deluxe Cottage $ 102.00 (Rates include breakfast)
Situated at the foot of Mount Agung and dedicated to the serious dive enthusiast, the Mimpi Tulamben provides an ideal location from which to explore both underwater treasures as well as the unspoilt natural beauty of Bali.

Nirwana Cottages   melati 3 / 12 rooms
Rate: Standard Rm $ 45.00 / Superior Bglw $ 55.00 (Rates include breakfast)
A small collection of 12 immaculately maintained bungalows situated directly on the beach, The Nirwana Cottages provides a back to nature atmosphere, ideal for those looking for peace and quiet (indeed to enjoy the rhythmic sound of the ocean crashing to shore there is no music in the restaurant). Special rate available

Candidasa is most often compared to Kuta as Kuta was some 20 years ago. The comparison has some merit - Candidasa is a small village with few inhabitants on the beach with a several - mostly inexpensive hotels that cater to more adventurous tourists looking for a more laid back atmosphere.

Being some 85 km from the airport ensures some tranquility, however as more people discover that there is quite a bit to see and do in Candidasa the area is developing rapidly with many first class hotels now sprouting up.

Besides being near many top dive spots, Candidasa is near many cultural treasures - Pura Besakih and Tenganan Village. For those looking for a holiday off the beaten track a few days in Candidasa would be a welcome respite.

FYI, in order to remain objective, hotels are listed alphabetically. We don't favor any hotel for any reason.