Visit Bali on Budget

Visit Bali on a Budget is a must nowadays. Bali is a wonderful island full of ancient history, natural wonders, and beaches. It can also be a fairly costly place to visit and yet, if you plan correctly, you can avoid spending too much and still have a fantastic visit.

Getting around Bali

Rent a bicycle. You can rent a bicycle for the day for $12. If you’re going to tour a whole town such as Ubud, you might find that a bicycle is cheaper, more convenient, and more fun than taking the motorbike or car. However, if you come during the rainy season to save money on the plane ticket you may want to stick with the car. If not, affordable rain gear can be purchased in any convenience store.

Rent a car/motorbike. You can rent a car for the day for $30 until $60. For motorbike, they will charge you $15. It depends on the car type and motorbike. If we can suggest, xenia or avanza will be great. When you rent a car, you will see the gasoline almost empty. That usually occurs for everyone who rents a car and it cost you IDR 4.500/litre.

Accommodations

Take a good guidebook to Bali. A guidebook will tell you where you can find lodging in any city you’re likely to visit in Bali, and has everything conveniently sorted by cost, allowing you to quickly spot the budget options. A guidebook will also list popular restaurants, attractions, and other points of interest.

Consider budget hotels and Internet cafes. If you’re traveling alone or with a small thrifty group you can often save money by staying in a capsule hotel or an Internet cafe:

Budget Hotel. It was our most hotel type that we suggest to stay in Bali and we found it to be quite a pleasant place to stay. Many guests experience said that checked in at midnight due to plane delays and the staff had no issues with our late check-in and even offered us access to a complimentary breakfast, which was not included in your booking. The air-conditioning in the room was heaven and was a great contrast to the thick humidity that hits you when you leave your hotel room.

The bathroom facilities were awkward as both the toilet and shower are compressed into one small space area. The rates for the budget hotel are varying from $ 25 to $ 50 per night.

If you aren’t shy and you speak some Balinese you can stay in a “Love Hotel”. Love Hotels are places where Balinese couples get some privacy from their multi-generational homes for a few hours. However, after 11 pm you can get the room for the night and usually for very little money.

Use a hostel. Bali has plenty of hostels and they are good for the budget-conscious traveler. The downside to hostels is usually their location. They tend to be found in the outer parts of built-up areas or tucked in out-of-the-way places. For the rate, please check directly with the hostel owner.

Food and shopping

Stick to budget restaurants and bars when eating out. Bali offers plenty of budget food choices in restaurants, so you don’t need to avoid eating out altogether. The decor is often a good indicator of price, so be alert. Tipping is not expected in Bali, so you can save even more by not doing so. It’s a really good idea to have a menu-reading list on your smartphone or in your guidebook so that you know what you’re eating and the value. And it pays to ask for Kuta and Jimbaran if you’re a food lover––this is the word for “specialty” and will ensure that you get the most locally true cuisine possible.

Get food from grocery stores. Grocery stores sell plenty of prepared foods just like convenience stores but for a lot less money.

Visit the usual chain food stores such as McDonald’s and other fast-food chains are everywhere.

Eat at food halls and food markets. These are great budget places to eat, with lots of variety available. Along with grocery stores, these can be a great place for vegetarians, as there will be plenty of fruit, rice snacks, and vegetables for sale.

Most importantly, take plenty of photographs as your souvenirs. They’re cheaper and more personal than souvenirs or expensive artisan items, and they’re the best way to jog your memory years later.

Activities

Set a daily budget for entrance fees and associated costs with visiting places. This will help you to make good decisions about what is worth paying to see and what is not really affordable.

Find free or low-cost things to do. There are many ways to experience all that Bali has to offer without having to pay much.