The best affordable villas in Bali, Indonesia. So, you’re not gonna believe this, but we booked a villa in the valley for only $11 per night, and it had a swimming pool. In this blog, I am going to share with you the top 5.
I know how you feel; it can get so overwhelming to choose accommodation in Bali; there are just so many options from villas, hotels, to Airbnbs, resorts. We stayed in Bali for a whole month, and all we did was villa hopping. For this trip, obviously, I traveled with my girlfriend. So, all budget for this trip was for 2 persons. But if you want to go with family, like a 4 person group, there is a beautiful villa in my list; check that out also. Now, let’s start from number 5.
Bamboo Eco Suites
$5.50/person. $11/night good for 2 person.
Number 5 on our list is called Bamboo Eco Suites, which is a unique and eco-friendly Airbnb allowing guests to reconnect with nature. Although it’s a 20-minute drive from a town center, I would even say that that’s one of the benefits of this place. It’s away from all the hustle and bustle of a town, the traffic, the motorbikes, and it’s just much quieter in this area.
The place is really in front of the rice fields, and the architecture of the place was just so beautiful. Based on the name, Bamboo Eco Suites Villa was constructed primarily using bamboo. The bed was made of bamboo, the cabinets, the tables, the chairs, the counter, and other pieces of furniture around the place. Especially with the view, you really get that natural feeling of living in the middle of a forest. The room itself was really nice; it was spacious, air-conditioned with a huge king bed, and let me tell you, this was probably the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in my entire life. The bathroom was aesthetic as well; even the towel rack and the clothes rack were made of bamboo. I’m really impressed that they stuck with their concept. It had a huge shower designed with rocks on the floor, and the shower head was made of bamboo as well. There was hot and cold shower, and they even provided shampoo and shower gel. Last but not least, you’ve got to have that stone sink.
Although the Bamboo Eco Suites does not offer free breakfast, it did have a shared kitchen with pretty much all basic kitchen necessities. You’ve got your cooking equipment, eating utensils, and it was all pretty well-equipped. The only thing we needed to buy were ingredients to cook. Just make sure you clean up after you’re done. Again, the architecture of the whole place was just so nice, and for $11 per night, this is a no-brainer. It’s a total steal. For me, we stayed here for one whole week, but I might even say that I would book it for a whole month. It’s cheap, it’s got a kitchen, Wi-Fi, hot and cold shower, you’ve got a pool, and let me tell you, you’re gonna sleep really, really well with that bed.
Penida Krusty Hill
$4.50/person. $9/night good for 2 person
Our fourth villa choice is called Penida Krusty Hill , which is based at Nusapenida . It’s your own private villa for only, $9. Yes, $9, and you can get your own private villa. The whole place was so pretty, and look how spacious it was inside. The room has air conditioning. You also get your own veranda with some outdoor seating, and this is also where they serve free breakfast and tea every morning. The bathroom was pretty basic, nothing too fancy, but for less than $10 per night, you can’t really ask for too much anyway. Bali is really known for its affordable accommodations, and if we booked something like this in another country, we would probably spend about 4 to 5 times the price. So, if you’re in Bali, take advantage of the prices and get yourself a really nice villa because there are lots of them. Also, just a side note, Nusapenida is not on the mainland of Bali; it’s a completely different island. And if you ever do go to Bali, I would highly suggest taking a side trip here.
Pangkung Carik Villa by Pramana Villas
$25/person. $50/night good for 2 person.
If you’re looking for a healing getaway, a place where you can unwind, recharge, and embrace serenity, then Pangkung Carik Villa is the place for you. Trust me, the moment we walked into this healing sanctuary, we felt at peace. Every nook and cranny of this place was designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit, and our villa was so beautiful. The first thing I thought of when we walked into our villa was the fact that it smelled so good; it smelled fresh. I don’t know how to explain this, but it had this very subtle floral, foresty nature kind of smell, and for some reason, the smell made it even more peaceful than it already was. The room had Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a TV, some bathrobes, and as a bonus, they even provided a bowl of fresh fruits. Now, we noticed there were two doors inside the room. One of them led to a mini kitchen where we had a sink, a mini fridge, some coffee and tea, and eating utensils, and through the other door, it was, of course, the bathroom. It was very minimalist; the colors were neutral, and it was just my type. Everyone knows I’m a sucker for natural lighting, and you’ll know that I do love my stone sinks. Aside from that, they also provide free shampoo, soap, and basic toiletries for all their guests. Each villa has its own veranda, and you can just sit outside, enjoy your tea while looking out at the garden. It’s just proof that the price at Pangkung Carik Villa wasn’t simply for an Airbnb where you can just self-check-in and check out; it actually had a 24/7 staff along with an in-house restaurant. I could even say it was like a mini-resort rather than an Airbnb. They had a beautiful infinity pool overlooking the garden, which is free to use for all their checking guests. But not only that, they also provide the option of a floating breakfast at an additional cost. Overall, our stay here was really calm and serene, and they call it the healing sanctuary of the soul for a reason. Pangkung Carik Villa really makes you feel a part of nature, not separate from it. That was villa number 3; now let’s move on to villa number 2.
Umah d’Alas
$24/person. $95/night good for 4 person
It’s a 2-story, 2-bedroom villa good for 4 guests, and every guest who books this villa gets a private swimming pool and a private garden, all of this for only $95, good for 4 persons inclusive of breakfast. The 2-bedroom really gives off this dreamy rustic vibe, and we really love the bed nets because it makes it seem a little more fairytale-like and, of course, to keep away any mosquitoes if any.
The 2nd-floor bedroom actually has its own balcony with outdoor seating, which gives you the perfect blend of comfort and nature. As I said, you get your own private swimming pool along with a private garden, so it would be really good to book this with some family or friends who want their privacy. You also get your own fully equipped kitchen, so if you guys decide you want to cook your own food or have a barbecue night, you can do so here in the open-air living room.
But my favorite part of the villa was actually the bathroom. Although the bathroom is not necessarily ensuite, I think that’s the beauty of it; it’s an open-air bathroom that really connects you with nature. The shower looks really cute, the toilet looks aesthetic, and of course, the bathtub was made of stone. Plus, as a bonus, they even give the option of preparing a floral bath for their guests. The design of the whole villa is really charming, but it gets even better. Just a few steps outside of the villa is their family restaurant, the d’Alas Warung , which is actually quite popular for tourists in tegallalang. But this isn’t just your typical restaurant; this is a whole experience. They have an infinity pool, which is free to use for all restaurant customers. They have lots of different Instagram able photo spots, a zip line, including the famous Bali swing. They have lots of different dining areas with a beautiful view, and what’s amazing is that they even have their own private rice terraces.
Imagine all of this just a few steps outside of your villa. So when booking this Airbnb, you kind of get the best of both worlds. And just a side note, let me just say that the food at the restaurant was amazing. They have a mix of local and international cuisines, and I would definitely rate the food 5 stars. Umah d’Alas and the d’Alas Warung restaurant is owned by Miss Chithra Diwi and her family. She was an amazing host, very hands-on, and they treat their guests like VIPs. The service was amazing, and I can’t express enough how much I would recommend this Airbnb villa to everyone. The entire experience was perfect. I mean, the ratings itself just prove how incredible your experience will be. So no hesitation for this one, just a book, and so that was villa number 2.
Firefly Ecology
$12.50/person. $25/night good for 2 person.
Finally, for number one, now before I go on to our last villa of the day, let me just say that there were so many villas that we loved in Bali, so instead of me giving you one last villa, I’m gonna give you two more because there’s a bonus villa that I really want to share with you guys. So please stick until the end of this blog because that bonus villa is our favorite.
But before that, are you guys up for an adventure? Because villa number one is probably the most unique Airbnb that we’ve ever booked in our lives, and if you’re brave enough to book something like this, then it’s an experience you will never forget. Villa number 1 is called Firefly Ecology, and it’s based right in the heart of the rice fields, just minutes away from Central Ubud. Many of you have probably seen this villa before because it was actually featured on the Netflix show, “The World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals,” and in my opinion, they’ve definitely lived up to that name. This Airbnb is a woven bamboo bird’s nest, and in order to get to your room, you have to climb up a steep bamboo ladder to your woven basket where you will have a nice cozy bed with a view of the rice fields.
Also, just a side note, make sure you don’t drink any alcohol when booking the bird’s nest because you don’t want to be climbing up this ladder drunk at night; definitely not a wise choice. The room itself is not air-conditioned, in fact, it’s not even a fan room; it’s just you, your fan room self, and the bed. Here at Firefly Abode, you are one with nature, and don’t worry about bringing up your luggage with you; there are lockers downstairs to keep your stuff. You may come across the occasional insects, lizards, chickens, dragonflies, and more, so make sure you treat all animals with respect as nature is their home. If you are afraid of heights or you don’t like nature, then this place is not for you. However, if you are adventurous and you love nature, then you might think that this is the coolest place you’ve ever booked. Since the bird’s nest is within close proximity to the rice fields, they have a very important member of their staff that ensures the location is mice free and yes she is a cat.
The bathrooms are all open-air bathrooms, but even though they are outdoors, I rate their cleanliness at 10 out of 10. I was amazed to see how they were able to keep all the bathroom areas spotless. Even though 90% of the place is outdoors, thankfully the shower has hot water and free toiletries to use. Plus, they also have a big stone bathtub which we definitely took advantage of. Their common area was super chill; they have a ton of couches and chairs where you can lounge all day, and this also served as their social area where you could meet and hang out with other guests. Plus, you can also order food and dine here as well. Right next to the living dining area was their very archy-looking swimming pool. The pool was super cute and Instagrammable; basically, this entire lounge area was my favorite place to stay when not in the bird’s nest.
Please be informed there is quite a trek to get to this Airbnb, maybe about a 10-minute walk from the main road. However, the staff is always available to escort you and carry your luggage to the Airbnb for you. Accommodation is not accessible by car, so the villa service picked our stuff up with a motorbike. So, as the path that we walked is our luggage and this is the way to the accommodation. They always have a full staff on standby that will greet you when you arrive and will be there to assist you any way you’d like.
Again, this is not your average hotel; this is a unique experience that may not be for everyone. So, consider littering the 10-minute trek to get here, the fact that the room has no fan nor air conditioning, the fact that you have to climb a steep bamboo ladder to get to your room, the fact that you may come across an occasional wild creature. With all that being said, this may not be everyone’s cup of tea. But to be honest, this was definitely one of our favorite Airbnbs we’ve ever booked in our lives. I’m telling you, this is your chance to experience Bali in all its natural glory.
Woywoy Escape Bresela
Time for our bonus villa. Now, I know this one isn’t as affordable as the other villas I mentioned, but let me tell you, it’s kind of affordable for what you get. This is your ultimate Bali villa in a nutshell. First off, you get that net bed overlooking the rice fields. You get your own private Jacuzzi on the rooftop of your villa, yes, on the rooftop. You also get a beautiful shared infinity pool overlooking the valley. You get your own private in-house movie theater. And not only do you get free breakfast, but you also get free dinner. It’s all of Bali’s best in just one Airbnb. I wouldn’t even say that this is the ultimate Bali villa; this place is called The Woywoy Escape Bresela, and it only costs $99, good for 2 guests, which is about $50 per head. So if you want that ultimate Bali experience and you have a few extra bucks to spare, consider saving this bonus villa as one of your options.
So those are the top 5 and bonus affordable villas to visit in Bali. If you’re going to Bali anytime soon, then save this blog for reference. Share this blog with your travel buddies and let them choose which one to book. Just a disclaimer, prices may have changed over time, but as of today, the prices and the villas shared in this blog are still active. If this blog helped you in any way, please comment down below if you have any questions.
