Denpasar travel guide
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You're Going to Love Denpasar
With a population of 405.923, Denpasar is the largest city in Bali, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Denpasar has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Denpasar
Where to Eat in Denpasar
If you’re looking for affordable options, Kilo Bali (Jalan Drupadi 22) and Cabina Bali (Jalan Gang Daksina No 01, Batu Belig, Kerobokan) are great picks.
When to visit Denpasar
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Denpasar in January, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 75.2 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 13.4″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Denpasar, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.
How to Get to Denpasar
Plane
When flying to Denpasar, you’ll arrive at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), which is located 10 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Denpasar from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 18h 40m.
Car
Another option to get to Denpasar is to pick up a car rental from Surabaya, which is about 315 km from Denpasar. You’ll find branches of Avis and TRAC Astra, among others, in Surabaya.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Denpasar Wisata Komodo, located 5 km from downtown Denpasar. Denpasar Sanur is also a commonly used station, and is 6 km from the city center.
Airlines serving Denpasar
Where to stay in Denpasar
From 5-star hotels such as the Hyatt Regency Bali to great affordable options like the Puri Sading Hotel, Denpasar offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $195 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Denpasar, with prices from $6 to $685 per night. South Denpasar is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Denpasar are about 29% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
South Denpasar - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as The Janan Villa, Akarsa Kokoro and Kejora Suites. The average nightly price for a double room in South Denpasar is $11.
West Denpasar - Ramada by Wyndham Bali Sunset Road Kuta, Swiss-Belhotel Rainforest and Kamar Kamar Boutique Hotel have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in West Denpasar will cost you about $9 per night.
Where to stay in popular areas of Denpasar
Most booked hotels in Denpasar
Renting a car in Denpasar
Renting a car in Denpasar costs $44 per day, on average, or $310 if you want to rent if for 7 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Denpasar.
Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Denpasar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Denpasar is Intermediate (Toyota Avanza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.