Denpasar travel guide
Denpasar Tourism | Denpasar Guide
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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Denpasar has to offer.
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 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 340 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Denpasar, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
How to Get to Denpasar
Plane
When flying to Denpasar, you’ll arrive at Bali Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Denpasar from India departs from Chennai and takes around 10h 10m.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Denpasar Wisata Komodo, located 3 miles from the city centre of Denpasar. Denpasar Sanur is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Denpasar
Where to stay in Denpasar
From 5-star hotels such as the Maya Sanur Resort & Spa to great affordable options like the Semarandana Bedrooms and Pool, Denpasar offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 3,170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 14,891 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Cityzen Renon Hotel and Link Costel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Denpasar, with prices from ₹ 501 to ₹ 51,386 per night. South Denpasar is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Denpasar are about 16% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
West Denpasar - Ramada by Wyndham Bali Sunset Road Kuta, Swiss-Belhotel Rainforest and b Hotel Bali & Spa have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in West Denpasar will cost you about ₹ 780 per night.
Where to stay in popular areas of Denpasar
Most booked hotels in Denpasar
Hiring a car in Denpasar
Hiring a car in Denpasar costs ₹ 3,036 per day, on average, or ₹ 12,144 if you want to hire it for 4 days.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Denpasar.
Expect to pay ₹ 75 per litre in Denpasar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 901 and ₹ 1,201. The most frequently booked car type in Denpasar is Standard (Toyota Innova or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 33% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.