Relaxing in a luxurious tropical villa and lounging around its private poolside is not a dream but an affordable reality in Bali, Indonesia. You will be surprised that an overnight stay in a beautiful Bali villa costs no more than S$150 and that amount is half of what it typically costs for a staycation in Singapore and other metropolitan cities.

Be it a bachelorette party, a family vacation with kids or a honeymoon getaway, each spacious villa will be able to accommodate your various needs. Why limit yourself to a small hotel room when you can rent an entire private house at a wallet-friendly prices?

This is our guide to 7 private luxurious villas in Kuta where each villa costs no more than S$150 per night.

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#1 BONSAI VILLAS

If you want to be close to Seminyak’s shopping and dining district yet still be able to retreat in peace, Bonsai Villa’s 1-bedroom suite would be a great hideout. The villa is close to the heart of Seminyak’s city but hidden enough to provide one serenity. Facilities include a shared swimming pool and free wifi.

Rates start from S$98 per night.

Jalan Raya Seminyak, Kuta, Bali, Indonesia

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#2 CLIFF VILLA

Cliff Villa is located in a local residential area hence enabling visitors significantly more privacy than touristy areas. The two bedrooms are spacious and can accommodate up to a total of four guests. Take a dip in the pool or visit up to 20 beaches from Cliff Villa, with each beach accessible within a short motorbike ride.

Rates start from S$148 per night.

Banjar Mekar Sari, Ungasan, Kuta Selatan,Kuta, Bali, Indonesia

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#3 COZY VILLA

Frequent visitors will know how chaotic the Seminyak beach life can get. Cozy Villa is located in the same area but hidden away in an oasis of its own – it is inside the residential area which is way quieter and calmer. Cozy Villa has two large bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private swimming pool, a fully equipped kitchen and of course, free wifi.

Rates start from S$123 per night.

Jalan Beji Ayu, Kuta, Bali, Indonesia

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#4 HOME SWEET HOME VILLA

Home Sweet Home one bedroom villa caters to couples and friends who are looking for an intimate getaway. The villa has a mini private swimming pool, beautiful tropical garden, fully furnished kitchen and free wifi. The villa is also within walking distance to ‘Eat Street’ and the beach.

Rates start from S$116 per night.

Jalan Drupadi, Kuta, Bali, Indonesia

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#5 UNIQUE SEMINYAK VILLA

With a private pool at its main entrance and an inviting large terrazzo bathtub, this unique 1-bedroom villa is the perfect place for couples. There is also a large kitchen for you to whip up home-cooked dishes and a spacious living area to lounge at. The villa is only a 10-minute drive away from the famous Seminyak beach. Complimentary WIFI is available too.

Jalan Beji Ayu 6, Jalan Sunset, Kuta, Bali,Indonesia

Rates start from S$126 per night.

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#6 VILLA CAHAYA

1-bedroom Villa Cahaya accommodates up to three guests and there are plenty of activities you can keep yourself occupied with. Enjoy the privilege of lounging in your personal private pool or head out and explore what Seminyak has to offer by foot. Most attractions can be reached by foot.

Rates start from S$126 per night.

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#7 VILLA TAO

2-bedroom Villa Tao is a spacious bungalow that houses up to a total of six guests. Jump into your private 4m x 8m swimming pool or hit the nearby beaches. Guests get to enjoy free wifi, complimentary essential toiletries, TV and an in-house kitchen. Villa Tao is indeed a comfortable home away from home.

Rates start from S$123 per night.

When you are tired from work and need a short escape from the hectic life, go to The Stones Hotel Bali – the first autograph collection hotel in Asia managed by Marriott.

Tucked away at the Legian strip is a simple and unpretentious resort in Bali that has just opened its doors last October; compact yet spacious within, with a pool that is tiled with blue gradients and near rooms overlooking either the pool or the garden.

One of the reasons why we love the hotel is because it is very versatile. In the day, the Stones is a beach resort where families, couples and friends hang out to have a great time At night, it transforms into a party animal with dim and romantic lighting, accompanied by sexy lounge music.

The Stones Hotel has 3 restaurants housed in a big space differentiated by dividers. The Long Rice Table serves rijsttel — the Dutch-Indonesian tradition of sharing side dishes.

We had breakfast everyday in The Stones Kitchen, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant. Besides a sumptuous breakfast buffet, it also dishes out a selection of western dishes throughout the day. We also enjoyed a seafood feast at Big Fish Bar & Grill, a casual poolside grill which serves a variety of fresh fish, seafood and grilled meat.

The hotel has different daily promotions for guests. On Monday, you can indulge in the Black Angus beef night at Big Fish Bar & Grill. On Tuesday, try the signature Indonesian Rijsstafel at a special rate. Local market seafood barbeque is available on Wednesday, while you can treat yourself to a complimentary dessert on Thursday. From Friday to Sunday, party at the pool bar and enjoy free flow of sangria for 2 hours at 400k.

The Stones is a hotel that combines a super convenient location (3 minutes away from the Kuta beach, and 10 minutes walk from Beachwalk), chic and modern design with a sexy vibe, good F&B establishments to provide a complete experience. It is the perfect place for travellers to retreat after surfing at the beach, or after a night of partying.

The Stones Hotel, Autograph Collection
Jalan Raya Pantai Kuta
Banjar Legian Kelod, Indonesia
Tel: + 62 361 300 5888
Note: This was an invited media stay

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From its sunny shores and beautiful beaches to stunning ocean-view resorts and excellent restaurants, it is understandable why Bali is one of the most popular destinations in the region, and people keep returning to this island that is getting better and better with new swanky hotels and cool and stylish restaurants.

If you are planning to head to Bali in the near future, we have sussed out four fabulous hotels and resorts for a romantic retreat in Bali.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay

The luxurious and spacious oceanfront villas at Four Seasons in Jimbaran Bay is the destination if you are looking for a little privacy, and to escape away from the world.

Tucked at the end of Jimbaran Bay, this is one of Bali’s most idyllic and exclusive hideaway resorts. Each villa comes with a private plunge pool and has an amazing view of the ocean. It is the kind of place that leaves you feeling fulfilled even without doing anything. But if you are the sort who cannot bum around for long, there are plenty of daily activities lined up by the resort. From joining morning yoga classes to partaking in a Balinese-style cooking class organised by the hotel’s chefs, and enjoying a selection of spa treatments in an open-air bale at the edge of the ocean – you need not worry about being bored at Four Seasons Resort Bali.

Not to mention that the coolest beachfront restaurant in Jimbaran can be found at Sundara, which combines exquisite cuisine with a relaxed beach-club vibe. It offers an unobstructed view of the sunset while enjoying their signature passionfruit mojito.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
Kuta Selatan
Jimbaran Bali, Indonesia
Tel: +62 361 701010

Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran Hotel

Jimbaran Bay is synonymous with the most delicious and freshest seafood, and if you are planning to head there for a seafood feast, stay at Le Meridien Bali Hotel, which is located right across the stretch of popular seafood restaurants by the beach.

It is a contemporary and artsy hotel that encourages guests to be creative and discover new inspirations. Some of the features of the six-month old hotel include the saltwater lagoon pool, sunset cocktail at Smoqee Lounge and Sky Bar, Pan-Asian cuisine with a Balinese twist at Bamboo Chic, and a stunning rooftop pavilion which is a great venue for special events like birthday parties and wedding solemnisations.

Le Meridien Hotel is also notably kids-friendly. Parents can also drop their kids off at J Kids Club, where the well-trained and friendly staff will supervise and play with the kids while the adults get some alone time with each other.  Another good thing about staying at the hotel is its proximity to the airport. On a good traffic day, it takes only 10 minutes from the hotel to the airport.

Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran
Jalan Bukit Permai
Badung, Bali, Indonesia
Tel: +62 361 8466888

http://lemeridienbalijimbaran.com/

The Stones Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Stones Hotel in Legian is the first Autograph Collection hotel in Asia to be managed by Marriott. It sits on the strip of Legian, which is a stone’s throw away from Kuta, and also a short drive to Seminyak.

In the day, The Stones is a beach resort where you can hang out and frolic under the sun with some ice cold beer. It is so easy to just spend a day at the beautiful blue-tiled lagoon pool, or laze by the hammocks and be lost in your favorite book. At night, the hotel transforms into a sexy party scene, with dim and romantic lighting and chic lounge music.

The Stones Hotel combines a super convenient location, modern design with a sexy vibe, and good F&B establishments to provide a complete experience. It is the perfect place for travellers to retreat after surfing at the beach, or after a night of partying.

The Stones Hotel, Autograph Collection
Jalan Raya Pantai Kuta
Banjar Legian Kelod, Indonesia
Tel: + 62 361 300 5888

W Retreat & Spa Bali

W Hotel is the IT place to stay in Bali. It has that “X-factor” that cannot be replicated and this is why everyone — from well-heeled travellers, to love-struck couples seeking a romantic spa retreat, and families on their annual vacation — goes to W Hotel when they are in Seminyak.

The restaurants and bars in the property are effortlessly chic and attribute to the whole W experience. Party-goers head to Woo Bar, undisputedly one of the hippest bars in Bali. Starfish Bloo – the hotel’s signature restaurant and seaside beach club – serves Pan-Asian cuisine in a classy and stylish setting. Fire is a casual grill restaurant that boasts a stunning interior, and contrary to its name, it makes you feel cool just by dining there. And of course, it is a must to go for a spa session at W’s iconic and world-famous AWAY spa.

The irresistible charm and the impeccable service of W Retreat & Spa Bali make it all too difficult to get out of the resort. Once you are there, you will never want to leave.

W Retreat & Spa Bali
Jalan Petitenget
Kerobokan, Seminyak
Denpasar Bali, Indonesia
Tel: +62 361 4738106

I had the privilege of flying to Bali and was hosted at Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort for a short but much needed respite.

There are many reasons to love Sheraton — contemporary Balinese interior of the resort, well-furnished rooms that promise a comfortable stay, friendly staff who are always ready to go the extra mile just to make sure everything is in place for the guests, and partake in Sheraton’s Social hour (a wine program which allows guests to sample tasting selections of wine from 5pm to 7pm daily) — but above all, it is my top choice because of its proximity to the beach. It is just a stone’s throw away from surfers’ paradise and if your life ambition is to be a beach bum like me, lodging at Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort is, without a doubt, your best bet.

Feast, the hotel’s all day dining restaurant, serves a wholesome breakfast buffet. The outdoor patio along Beachwalk is also the perfect pad to get a cocktail and people-watch.

For a hearty meal of pastas and pizzas, drop by Bene. The trattoria has a splendid view of the ocean, and the kitchen dishes out homely and authentic Italian fare.

A visit to Bali would not be complete without having a session of traditional Balinese massage. Shine Spa at Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort offers a range of signature treatments, and it is quite simply the place to pamper yourself with a relaxing massage.

Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort is located at Jalan Pantai, Kuta 80361, Indonesia. Tel:+62 361 8465555

Full Disclosure & Fine Print: I travelled to Bali as a guest of Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort. No monetary benefits were received, only air tickets and hotel accommodation were sponsored.