Best hotels near Bali nightlife - Stay near clubs and bars (2023)

There are several reasons why you should choose a hotel near the nightlife in Bali.

First, the traffic situation on the island is terrible, even late at night. So if you go by car, you will probably end up getting stuck somewhere, either in Jalan Legian, in Jalan Pantai Kuta or in Jalan Oberoi.

Second, taxi drivers at night will try to cheat you most of the time, sometimes charging you 5 times the normal fare. You won't always be able to order an online taxi because they are often forbidden near the most touristic areas.

Third, it is not safe to use a motorbike, particularly if you intend to drink. Not only you are at risk of an accident (see my article about Travel Insurance), you could also be the prey of bag snatchers who operate between Kuta and Legian (read increase in reports of crime in Bali).

You can make your holidays much more enjoyable by choosing a hotel in the right location, walking distance from the most famous nightclubs and bars. 

There are 3 main areas in South Bali where it is possible to enjoy the nightlife by foot:

- In Canggu: Jalan Berawa where you will find Old Man's, Mason's, SandBar, Luigi's, Black Sands.

- In Seminyak: Jalan Kayu Aya, with La Favela, Red Carpet, Motel Mexicola

- In Kuta: Near the 2002 Bali Bombing Monument on Jalan Legian, with LXXY, SkyGarden, Engine Room, Paddy's Pub

I selected the best and most convenient hotels in each of these areas. The properties listed below are all girl-friendly or guest-friendly, meaning they will allow you to add a last minute guest if you decide to bring someone home after a night out.

From my experience, Agoda is the best booking site for Bali. They have the best prices and the most choice. They also have a dedicated portal with special deals for Bali hotels that you can access here: Bali Hotel Deals. Don't forget to create an account to be able to view the secret offers.

For more information about where to party on the island, please read: 12 Best Nightclubs in Bali.

If you want to be close from Kuta nightlife, you should choose a hotel around SkyGarden. You can click on the following links for all the options available: Hotels Near Skygarden in Kuta.

Below is my personal selection of hotels either very close from the nightlife of Kuta, or with a in-house nightclub/bar.

Love Hotel By Fashion TV
In-house bar: Fashion Bar

500m from Skygarden, VIP, Bounty, Paddy's Pub, etc

Harper Kuta
In front of Skygarden

In-house nightclubs: Velvet and Hypnotized
500m from Skygarden

Seminyak nightlife is spread compared to Kuta. I recommend you to stay in one of the following areas:

- Popular restaurants and open-air cafés (La Favela, Rumours, Red Carpet): Hotels near Oberoi Street
- Chic nightclubs, lounges and beach clubs (Ku De Ta, Potato Head, W, Gatsby, Shanghai Baby, Mint): Hotels near Petitenget Street
- Gay nightlife: Hotels near Dhyana Pura Street

My most recommended hotels in Seminyak are the following:

Budget (under 50$)
Ping Hotel
In front of the gay nightclubs/bars like Bali Joe

Ananda
200 meters from Oberoi restaurants/cafés

Petitenget 501 Apparthotel (around 70$)
Walking distance from Woo bar, Potato Head Beach Club, Mirror, Mint

Mid-Range (100$)

In-house nightclub: Jenja

IZE Seminyak
Top location, short walking distance from Ultimo, La Favela, Rumours, etc.

In-house bar: Woo Bar
Near Potato Head, Mint and Mirror