Keep reading to discover the best Sanur accommodation options. From cheap homestays to hotels in Sanur I’ve personally stayed in, this is where to stay in Sanur Bali.

I’m back with another Bali post 🙌🏻. I have so many posts I want to write about Bali, seeing as I’ve cumulatively stayed there for over four months between 2019 and 2023. Today we’re starting with a Sanur accommodation guide. Between myself, family friends and my parents, we’ve stayed at a lot of homestays and hotels in Sanur. So it’s about time I shared my favourites with you, right? Here are my top recommendations for accommodation in Sanur Bali, no matter your budget.

Where to stay in Sanur

I’d personally recommend staying somewhere on Sanur or Sindhu Beach, or along Jl. Danau Tamblingan. The latter is Sanur’s main street, where you’ll find most of the restaurants and spas. It’s also the easiest place to find a taxi in Sanur. I wouldn’t stay on Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai if you don’t have to, as it’s a busy highway and you won’t be close to the beach (a Sanur highlight). I also booked all of my Sanur accommodation through Booking.com or Airbnb. A lot of homestays, in particular, are only on Booking.com, so I’d highly recommend checking it out first when you’re doing your research.

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The best homestays and hotels in Sanur

1. Peneeda View Sanur Beach Hotel

Peneeda View Beach Hotel is actually where my parents plan to stay on their next trip to Sanur. It wins points because it has a private beach area and is under $100 a night (kind of unheard of for beachfront hotels in Sanur). The traditional Balinese cottages at Peneeda View each have a terrace, fridge and TV. There are also four pools and a waterfront restaurant. I love that you can sit on a beanbag on the lawn at Peneeda View to watch the sunset over Sanur Beach.

Find Peneeda View Beach Hotel on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

If you’re looking for similar Sanur hotels on the beachfront, my parents recently stayed at (are you already sensing a theme? 😅) Besakih Beach Hotel. Older rooms but they’re reasonably priced and it’s located right on the beach. Plus it’s a short walk from the main street, so you have the best of both worlds. You can swim in the beachfront pool, laze in a lounge chair on the golden sand or enjoy lunch at the onsite restaurant.

2. Kamboja Homestay

I stayed at Kamboja Homestay in 2019 as it’s located just around the corner from Ari Putri Hotel, which is where my parents were staying. I really like this homestay. There were only five or six rooms and each had a large private terrace. Inside, the beds are very comfortable and there’s a fridge and a large bathroom. But wait, there’s more.

Kamboja Homestay also has a pool and you can get breakfast daily. I think it cost me an average of $3 AUD for eggs, toast, fruit and orange juice (check out my feast below). As is the case in most places in Bali, there’s also friendly staff and fast free WiFi. I highly recommend checking out Kamboja Homestay if a) you want budget-friendly accommodation in Sanur and b) you’re travelling alone in Sanur.

Find Kamboja Homestay on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

3. Maya Sanur Resort & Spa

You guys, this has to be one of the most luxurious Sanur hotels. It’s so pretty that I had to share it in this Sanur accommodation guide. Maya Sanur Resort & Spa is located on Sanur Beach. Every time I walked past it I was jealous of every visitor! There are four onsite restaurants and bars, an inviting lagoon-style outdoor pool overlooking the beach, a fitness centre and yoga studio, and very stylish rooms. Plus, if you’re looking for Sanur hotels with kids’ clubs, you’ve found one! My new goal is to stay here one day.

Find Maya Sanur Resort & Spa on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

4. Ari Putri Hotel

One of the best hotels in Sanur Bali is Ari Putri Hotel. My parents and I have both stayed here on numerous occasions and keep returning for a few reasons. Firstly, there’s an onsite restaurant and a cafe, which offers room service. I found the cafe food to be delicious and reasonable (less than $5 for nasi and mee goreng is a bargain in my book).

There’s an excellent breakfast selection every morning too. Ari Putri Hotel is also home to two pools and each room has either a terrace or balcony. Rooms at Ari Putri Hotel usually start at less than $50 AUD per night. From the hotel, you can easily walk to the beach, a large supermarket and plenty of restaurants as well (my personal favourite is Patio).

Find Ari Putri Hotel on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

5. Klumpu Bali Resort

So this is actually the #1 hotel in Sanur, Bali according to TripAdvisor. After looking at the photos, it’s easy to see why. The villas at Klumpu Bali Resort combine a traditional Balinese-style exterior with modern furnishings inside. Each villa has a kitchenette, as well as a spacious bathroom with a rain shower. At Klumpu Bali Resort, guests will find a pool, spa and restaurant too. I think I could look at photos of this resort all day, but I better keep writing 😉.

Find Klumpu Bali Resort on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

6. S’cape

My parents have stayed at S’cape a few times now and I even tagged along on one of those occasions. S’cape is great because instead of hotel rooms, it has two-storey townhouses. A few of the villas are privately owned, but they’re all equipped with a bedroom, ensuite and private balcony upstairs, as well as a kitchen and living area downstairs. The extra space is very handy for families or if you’re on an extended holiday in Sanur.

In the middle of the villas is also a large pool, surrounded by a lush tropical garden. The best part is, rates start from about $75 AUD per night. S’cape is in a really good location in Sanur too. It’s set back from the main road so it isn’t too noisy, but there are spas, convenience stores and restaurants nearby.

Find S’cape on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

7. Sari Villa

On my most recent Sanur trip, I stayed at Sari Villa Sanur Beach for over three weeks and wouldn’t hesitate to return. It’s on Booking.com but I also recommend checking out Airbnb because that’s how I ended up finding a room. I particularly liked my spacious private courtyard and the desk inside the large room.

A daily buffet breakfast is included and the staff are so friendly. There’s also a small pool with lounge chairs. My favourite thing though might be the location. It’s just off the main street but you’re within walking distance of the best of Sanur. The beach is also only a short walk away if you sneakily cut through Villa Shanti. I will 100% try to go back here on my next trip to Sanur.

Find Sari Villa Sanur Beach on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

8. Puri Kesari Guest House

I had to include Puri Kesari Guest House in this list because on Booking.com it has a 9.4 score out of nearly 1000 reviews. They must be doing something right! The guest house is conveniently located steps from the main street and 300 metres from Sanur Beach. Rooms average about $40 AUD per night and include private balconies and very comfortable beds (according to the reviews). Breakfast is also included in this rate. The only downside at Puri Kesari Guest House is that there’s no onsite pool. But if you don’t mind heading down to the beach to relax, I’d check this place out.

Find Puri Kesari Guest House on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

9. Swiss-Belresort Sanur

I’ve personally stayed at the Swiss-Belinn in Legian, which is a really nice and affordable hotel. But a family friend continually returns to the four-star Swiss-Belresort in Sanur, as she says it’s great for her family. There’s a massive lagoon-style pool with the all-important pool bar, as well as a restaurant that overlooks the pool area. There are several room types available, from twin rooms to suites. Swiss-Belresort is also just five minutes from the beach. So basically, it has everything you could want in a Sanur hotel.

Find Swiss-Belresort on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

10. Mona Homestay

On a recent visit to Sanur, I also stayed at Mona Homestay. It was actually the first homestay I stayed at in Bali, but I went on to stay in three more in Amed, Ubud and Sanur (that would be Kamboja Homestay above). Firstly, the staff at this Sanur guest house were very friendly and accommodating, seeing as I didn’t arrive until late. My room was very clean and comfortable too, with a terrace, fridge and TV.

Mona Homestay is located in an alley just off the main street I mentioned above, so it’s within walking distance of several restaurants, shops and spas. Just like Puri Kesari Guest House, the only downside to the homestay is that there’s no pool, but once again, the beach isn’t far away. If you’re just looking for a cheap place to rest your head in Sanur, I’d recommend heading here.

Find Mona Homestay on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

11. Prama Sanur Beach Bali

This is another family-friend recommendation. As the name suggests, Prama Sanur Beach Bali is located directly on the beach. I visited and was initially distracted by the massive lagoon-style pool and cool waterpark for kids. There’s also a second swimming pool, 24-hour room service, five onsite restaurants and bars, and six hectares of tropical gardens. The rooms aren’t overly modern, but if you’re coming to Sanur to relax, this is the perfect spot for you. With that many dining options and seating both by the pool and beach, you don’t even have to leave the resort.

Find Prama Sanur Beach Hotel Bali on Booking.com and TripAdvisor

Sanur accommodation advice

Okay, before I sign off I just wanted to add a few more things:

• If you are part of a hotel rewards program, there is the IHG InterContinental Bali Sanur, the Hyatt Regency Bali and Andaz Bali – a Concept by Hyatt (no idea what that means but it’s a nice property).
• Don’t forget to check out Airbnb too. That’s how my parents first found S’cape and how I ended up at Sari Villa. There are both homestays and hotel rooms available. I’m guessing this is because there are quite a few expats living in Sanur these days. 
• Finally, I recommend checking prices on multiple platforms and emailing the hotel directly to see if you can get a better price. I emailed Ari Putri Hotel and I was able to secure a room when there were apparently none left on Booking.com.

Well, I hope this Sanur accommodation guide helps you plan your own trip to Sanur. It’s definitely one of my favourite areas in Bali, as it’s more relaxed and not as crowded as Kuta and the like. Plus, as you can see, the accommodation Sanur has to offer is vast, with something for everyone.

If you have any questions about Sanur, feel free to leave a comment below or reach out to me on either Facebook or Instagram.

PREPARE FOR YOUR TRIP
– Book accommodation with booking.com or Hostelworld. Yes, I am that person that checks both places before booking accommodation to get the best price.
– Organise travel insurance.
– Book adventures via GetYourGuide, my preferred provider. In some instances, I’ve found activities here that were sold out elsewhere.
– Check out my travel resources page for more info.
Any and all support is appreciated 🫶🏻.