Which is better sanur or seminyak

Sanur is an appealing, more peaceful alternative to Kuta-Legian-Seminyak, and not as manufactured as Nusa Dua. The calmer ambiance was the reason we stayed in Sanur during our visit to Bali last year. Besides, it is only about 40 mins drive to Ubud which we had planned to explore. But as other readers commented, it's very much depend on you whether you prefer quieter place or more lively place. Share my trip here: [original link]. It all depends on what you want.

Jimbaran has a better beach, and a seafood dinner on the beach at sunset may be a highlight of your trip. Sanur has more facilities and a long seaside pathway which is ideal for walking and cycling. Two other laidback regions worth considering are Padangbai, on the east coast; and Nusa Lembongan, an adorable almost traffic-free island, 30 minutes by boat from Sanur.

With 15 days, you should consider staying in three places: perhaps, Lovina, Sanur or Jimbaran, and somewhere else like Nusa Lembongan. Komodo Island is popular, but the boat trip can be uncomfortable and long, perhaps taking a week for a return trip.

If this is your first visit to Bali, take time to really enjoy and explore it — but without rushing. Instead of Komodo, consider visiting Ubud, the cultural heart of Bali; the volcanic areas of Gunung Bratan and Gunung Batur; the remote east coast around Amed; or, for something different, the neighboring island of Lombok, only 30 minutes away on a cheap flight.

Hi Dave, Thanks for your very helpful information about Bali. I love your website. We like surfing, snorkeling and I looked at Komkune Hotel in Keramas for those first 5 days as it looked to have a mix of everything. I also looked at surfers paradise, is this comparable to Keramas? From your descriptions, Nusa Lembongan and Jimbaran look really nice too for these first five days. The beach is no good for surfing or snorkeling, and the sand is grey and gritty.

You are better off staying somewhere like Seminyak, which has plenty of facilities and great waves just off-shore, with surfboard rental easily arranged. Jimbaran is also lovely: an unhurried region with a curved, white-sand beach and some modest surfing in the southern bay.

Even better is Nusa Lembongan, a small island with a genuine village vibe and virtually no traffic. Only 30 minutes by boat from Sanur, Lembongan offers great snorkeling with gear available for rent at several places and surf, but waves are about m off-shore and involve a tough paddle or chartered boat to reach. So, perhaps, with 12 days, you could try three to five days in 1 Jimbaran for a quiet beach region, with some surf and close to the airport; 2 Nusa Lembongan for a traditional village, snorkeling and surfing; and 3 Ubud for culture and inland sights.

Hi Dave, I love reading your blog about Bali, a lot of information and your love with Bali is shown here.

I am planning a short honeymoon trip in Bali in April. Because of this short time, I would like to ask you for some advice about my trip. Should I go directly to Ubud and spend there 2 nights to explore the area? We want to rest in Ubud and get to know the crowded Bali later. Should I spend a one-day tour to a nearby island Nusa Lembongan or stay in Kuta for the last 2 days? We want to enjoy the atmosphere of the beaches there.

I want to see Buta volcano, is it a good idea? Our budget is not too high, so we do not want to lose time and money in going around to many places. I have searched a lot and really. Which route should be the best for our short time? We really need your help! Bali is small, but distances are deceiving and travelling around is time-consuming because of traffic, bad roads and volcanic landscapes. So, it is wise, as you have done, to plan your trip accordingly, but try to avoid fitting in too much in a short space of time.

Seminyak, barely 7km to the north, is more tranquil and sophisticated, while other beach resort regions, such as Sanur and Jimbaran, are even quieter, but still within a short taxi trip of the malls and nightclubs of Kuta. But you probably mean Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple, which is extraordinary. Ubud is the obvious base to explore and experience the amazing landscapes and culture of the island.

Nusa Lembongan is an adorable laidback island, with virtually no traffic. It is the complete opposite of Kuta, so you need to decide if you want to experience the charming village vibe of Lembongan or the hectic resort feel of Kuta. Gunung Batur volcano is an easy daytrip by a chartered car with driver from Ubud, with amazing views from the crater rim and hot springs at Toga Bungkah village alongside the crater lake.

If you want to visit a volcano, perhaps Gunung Bratan is better. Also an easy daytrip from Ubud, it offers the Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple you want to visit anyway, as well as the Botanic Gardens and markets at Candikuning village and the lakeside resort area of Bedugul, almost completely ignored by western tourists. Hi Dave, Just visited Bali for eight nights and have just a few words to say… your information is excellent. Your blog is so accurate. Toya Devasya is indeed goose bumpy….

Thanks a ton for sharing such invaluable and in-depth information. Also Padangbai is a quaint and pretty village as you mentioned. Sejal Padalkar. Hi Dave. I will be in Bali for 9 days in October. We are staying the first 3 nights in Nusa Dua and the next 3 days in Ubud. I am having a really hard time choosing where to spend the last 3 days. We want to be on the beach front. I was debating between Seminyak and Sanur. I like Sanur, because I hear it is not as touristy as Seminyak and is a great base for taking day trips to neighboring islands.

I like Seminyak, because I hear it has great restaurants and has awesome sunsets. Can you help me choose. Seminyak and Sanur are pleasingly dissimilar. Traffic careers along a bypass road and many hotels directly face the sea. A highlight is the 6km-long beachside path, ideal for strolling and cycling. It is certainly possible to daytrip to the delightfully laidback island of Nusa Lembongan, but the more renowned Gili Islands are too far, and the speedboat fares too high, for a daytrip.

Sanur is along the east coast, so there are no sunsets. To add to your possible confusion, you could consider staying in Jimbaran, which is close to the airport and along the west coast. The beach along Jimbaran is curved, bleached-white, and sections are often empty.

There are enough great restaurants for a short stay and a highlight of your entire trip to Bali will be dinner on the sand at sunset, with seafood a specialty. Really useful blog thank you! This place is close to Jimbaran which means that you can get a bunch of seafood tenants around here.

We all know that the traffic in Bali could be pretty tiring. Compared to Seminyak, Sanur is quieter when it comes to traffic. Whether Sanur or Seminyak offers various entertainments and two of them are food and nightlife. You will love to stay in a place as long as it offers good food or a buzzing nightlife. Sanur is a laid-back area which means that you will not find adventurous nightlife. This place has some bars and lounges after all. Also, some nice restaurants and traditional stalls can be found along the road in Sanur.

This is why you will find a lot of options when it comes to traditional foods in Sanur. If this is a family vacation, Sanur is a good choice. Head over to Warung Kecil and make your own plate. If you came to a party all night — Sanur is not where you want to be. Better head to the southern beach towns Seminyak, Canggu, Legian and Kuta. However, Sanur does have some bars with live bands for an evening of entertainment. The Onion Bar can be great fun with coo live bands.

Out with the family? Check out movie night at Genius Cafe. From high-end resort-style hotels on the beach to private luxurious holiday villas, the place is packed with all types and styles of accommodation. The beauty of Sanur is its proximity to the airport and ease to get to.

Hop off the plane in the morning and by lunchtime, you can be sipping your first cocktail by the pool. Ubud Travel Guide. Book with confidence today! We are here to help you with any questions and advice about your Bali holiday or villa accommodation. Any questions?