Your stay — Kost Green River
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The Property — Kost Green River
Kost Green River is a no-nonsense, clean three-star hotel in Denpasar with a tiled lobby and a small reception desk that smells of frangipani. It feels like a reliable base for travellers who want a decent bed, air-conditioning, and breakfast without any frills. The USP is its location: close to the Bajra Sandhi monument and within walking distance of a few local warungs, but not so central that you hear constant traffic. It suits budget-conscious independent travellers who plan to spend most of their time out exploring Bali, not lounging by a pool.
Chronicles of Denpasar
Denpasar's history goes back to the 18th century when it was a key market town for the Badung kingdom, and it grew rapidly after the Dutch took control in the early 1900s. The city was largely rebuilt after the 1917 earthquake, which is why you see a mix of Dutch colonial villas and modern concrete blocks. The 1946 Battle of Marga led to a fierce independence struggle, and today Denpasar is Bali's administrative and commercial hub, with a pulsating traditional art scene at Pasar Badung. Its contemporary identity is a blend of Hindu temple rituals, university students, and a growing middle class that jostles with scooters in the narrow lanes.
Best Time to Visit
Full Denpasar guide →Best months
June and July offer the driest weather with bright mornings and occasional afternoon clouds; tourist numbers are moderate because it's just before the European summer peak in August. August also works well with lower humidity.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month, driven by European summer holidays and Bali's Kuta beach scene, which pushes Denpasar hotel prices up by 30-50% above shoulder rates. The Sanur Village Festival in July and Denpasar Festival in August bring extra visitors.
Budget shoulder season
September and October are ideal for budget travellers: rain is rare, crowds thin out after August, and hotel prices drop roughly 25%. May is also good with a similar discount but slightly more humidity.
Weather & packing
Denpasar's climate is tropical monsoon with a tricky short wet season from November to March, but even in July you might get a brief afternoon thunderstorm. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and a small umbrella, plus loose cotton clothes and decent sandals – not flip-flops for walking.
Live City Briefing — Denpasar
- Denpasar's new bus rapid transit system, the Trans Sarbagita, launched a solar-powered corridor along Jalan Gajah Mada in March 2025, cutting travel time to Kuta by 20 minutes during peak hours.
- The Taman Werdhi Budaya Art Centre on the eastern edge of the city just finished a major renovation of its open-air performance pavilion, reopening in June 2026 with a weekly dance showcase every Saturday evening.
- Authorities tightened the ban on single-use plastic bags and styrofoam in Denpasar in January 2026, so expect warungs to use paper wraps and ask you to bring your own water bottle.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kost Green River, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still within the building's three-storey structure (if the hotel has a fourth floor via a rooftop extension, it may be quieter). The courtyard side buffers street noise from Denpasar's busy roads.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially near the lobby or street-facing side). Denpasar's traffic can be heavy, and the ground floor suffers from engine hum, scooter horns, and guest movement. Also skip rooms near the stairwell or lift if the hotel has one — these are often noisy in 3-star hotels.
Best views
Inner courtyard view (likely garden or pool if the hotel has one). Denpasar is urban, so street views are just concrete and traffic. A courtyard view gives some greenery and privacy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above, assuming the building has at least three storeys. The top floor is typically quietest as long as it’s not directly under a common area (e.g., open terrace or plant room).
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Jalan Raya (if the hotel is on a main road) — scooters from 6am, occasional trucks. Air-conditioning units on external walls may hum at night. The hotel may have a small bar or breakfast area that generates chatter until 10pm.
Insider tips
1. Check if the hotel offers earplugs at reception — many 3-star hotels in Denpasar do for street noise. 2. Request a room on the side away from the lift shaft; the lift motor can be audible in adjacent rooms.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Kost Green River
Free basic Wi-Fi (4 Mbps down/2 up) for one device; premium tier IDR 50,000/24hr (10 Mbps down/5 up); no login required, just select network
No lift; property is a single-storey bungalow-style layout, all rooms ground-level
No digital newsstand or physical papers; common area has a TV with local channels
Check-in from 14:00 (weekday/weekend same); early bag drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged IDR 150,000 per hour till 18:00
Free, 24-hour secure storage; leave with front desk
No step-free access at main entrance (one step up); all rooms ground-level with wide doorways but no grab bars or adapted bathrooms
On-site unassigned parking for 10 cars free of charge; no valet; nearest public car park is at Sanur Beach Plaza (1 km), IDR 5,000/hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no specific city tax applies; a 10% service charge and 11% government tax are included in the rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in, a IDR 200,000 cash or card hold for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Maha Vihara & Pusdiklat Buddha Maitreya (968 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: GBI ROCK (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Hillsong Church Bali (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: GMI Imanuel (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Trans Studio Mall Bali — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
DMZ Dream Museum Zone — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Hide And Seek — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM BNI SPBU GUNUNG SOPUTAN — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Apotik Kita Bersama — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Mini Mart — 838 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Authorised money changers in Denpasar offer better rates than the airport or tourist bureaux; always check the rate and count your cash carefully.
Credit cards are accepted in mid-to-upscale hotels, restaurants and larger shops, but many street stalls and smaller places are cash-only; mobile pay (GoPay, OVO) is common in convenience stores and apps.
Not expected, but rounding up the bill at restaurants or leaving IDR 5,000–10,000 for good service is appreciated; taxis don't expect tips; hotel staff may get IDR 10,000–20,000 for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi susu (iced milk coffee) from a street-side warung or market stall: about IDR 5,000–10,000.
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) at a local warung: roughly IDR 15,000–25,000.
Ayam betutu or steamed fish with rice at a night-market style warung: main dish around IDR 20,000–35,000.
The streets around Pasar Badung and Jalan Sulawesi are full of satay, bakso, and fried-food warungs; night markets (pasar malam) are good for cheap eats.
Superindo and Hypermart are the main budget supermarket chains in Denpasar.
Pasar Badung market for cheap t-shirts/sarongs; Jalan Sulawesi for local Batik-style sarongs at affordable prices.
Bemo (public minibus) routes cost a few thousand rupiah per ride, but are infrequent; Gojek/Grab motorbike taxis are cheapest for short distances. From the airport to central Denpasar, a Grab car is about IDR 50,000–70,000.
Eat at local warungs instead of tourist cafés; always use ride-hailing apps rather than flagging street taxis; buy water from supermarkets (one-litre bottle for IDR 3,000) not small shops.
Good to know — Denpasar
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18099.05 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Denpasar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Kost Green River
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM BNI SPBU GUNUNG SOPUTAN — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik Kita Bersama — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Denpasar city center / Bunk Bed Hotel area
💡 Budget-friendly option with hop-on/hop-off service. Slower but scenic route through Denpasar. Book online for discounts.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Bunk Bed Hotel Denpasar Bali
💡 Download Grab app before arrival. Transparent pricing, real-time tracking, and driver ratings. Often cheaper than Bluebird at peak hours.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Bunk Bed Hotel Denpasar Bali
💡 Bluebird is the most reliable metered taxi in Bali. Use the meter or book via their app to avoid overcharging. Airport counter located in arrival hall.
Denpasar city center (Batubulan Terminal) → Bunk Bed Hotel Denpasar Bali
💡 Authentic local experience for exploring Denpasar. Shared minibuses stop on demand. Avoid peak hours (8-9 AM, 5-6 PM). Best for budget travelers comfortable with crowded spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Kost Green River?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still within the building's three-storey structure (if the hotel has a fourth floor via a rooftop extension, it may be quieter). The courtyard side buffers street noise from Denpasar's busy roads.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kost Green River?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially near the lobby or street-facing side). Denpasar's traffic can be heavy, and the ground floor suffers from engine hum, scooter horns, and guest movement. Also skip rooms near the stairwell or lift if the hotel has one — these are often noisy in 3-star hotels.
Is Kost Green River noisy?
Street noise from Jalan Raya (if the hotel is on a main road) — scooters from 6am, occasional trucks. Air-conditioning units on external walls may hum at night. The hotel may have a small bar or breakfast area that generates chatter until 10pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Kost Green River?
Inner courtyard view (likely garden or pool if the hotel has one). Denpasar is urban, so street views are just concrete and traffic. A courtyard view gives some greenery and privacy.
What are insider tips for staying at Kost Green River?
1. Check if the hotel offers earplugs at reception — many 3-star hotels in Denpasar do for street noise. 2. Request a room on the side away from the lift shaft; the lift motor can be audible in adjacent rooms.
What time is check-in at Kost Green River?
Check-in at Kost Green River is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kost Green River have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (4 Mbps down/2 up) for one device; premium tier IDR 50,000/24hr (10 Mbps down/5 up); no login required, just select network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kost Green River?
None (no specific city tax applies; a 10% service charge and 11% government tax are included in the rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Kost Green River?
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) at a local warung: roughly IDR 15,000–25,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kost Green River?
Bemo (public minibus) routes cost a few thousand rupiah per ride, but are infrequent; Gojek/Grab motorbike taxis are cheapest for short distances. From the airport to central Denpasar, a Grab car is about IDR 50,000–70,000.
When is the best time to visit Denpasar?
June and July offer the driest weather with bright mornings and occasional afternoon clouds; tourist numbers are moderate because it's just before the European summer peak in August. August also works well with lower humidity.
Top Attractions in Denpasar
💡 You can borrow a sarong at the entrance for free—just leave a small donation if you like. Visit during a ceremony (check local calendar) for gamelan music.
💡 Start in the Tabanan building (north pavilion) for the best collection of ceremonial objects. The garden café sells cheap drinks.
💡 Head to the second floor for the best selection of *bumbu* (ready-made spice pastes) and *kopi Bali*. Go early, by 7am, when the produce is freshest and the crowds thinner.
💡 Come just before sunset for the best light on the statue, and grab a bowl of *bubur injin* (black rice pudding) from a street vendor at the southeast corner.
💡 Go on a weekday morning to avoid school groups. The view from the top is worth the small fee on a clear day.