🇮🇩 Denpasar, Indonesia
Luxio Hotel
📍 88, Jalan Teuku Umar, Denpasar, 80113
Your stay — Luxio Hotel
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The Property — Luxio Hotel
Standing in the lobby of the Luxio Hotel, you're met with clean, functional tiles and a calm reception desk that feels more like a mid-range business stopover than a beach resort. It's a 3-star property on Jalan Gatot Subroto Barat, a main road in Denpasar where scooters whir past and local warungs outnumber tourist cafes. The USP is location and practicality – you're close to the Bajra Sandhi Monument and the airport, but far from the party strip of Kuta. This suits a budget traveller on a short layover or someone who wants a quiet, solid base to explore the city's markets and museums without poolside frills.
Chronicles of Denpasar
Denpasar evolved from a small market town within the Badung Kingdom to the administrative heart of Bali after the Dutch colonial conquest in 1906. Its name means 'north market', and you can still feel that trading pulse in the chaotic Pasar Badung market. The city centre mixes Dutch-era whitewashed government buildings with modern concrete blocks and the odd Hindu temple spire. Today Denpasar is a congested, energetic hub of government, commerce and education – less romantic than Ubud but more authentically Balinese than the southern resorts.
Best Time to Visit
Full Denpasar guide →Best months
April and October: dry season months with lower humidity and fewer tourists than July–August
Peak / festival surge
July is peak dry-season month; Denpasar fills with domestic and international tourists, hotel prices jump 30–40%, and the Bali Arts Festival runs through the month
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still dry, prices drop, crowds thin out, temperatures stay pleasant
Weather & packing
Denpasar's wet season (November–March) brings sudden, heavy downpours that flood side streets in minutes. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry sandals even during the 'dry' season, because afternoon showers can still appear.
Live City Briefing — Denpasar
- The Ngurah Rai Bypass toll road widening is ongoing; expect delays between the airport and Denpasar city centre, especially at afternoon rush hour.
- July 2026 sees the full return of the Bali Arts Festival (mid-June to mid-July), with daily performances at the Taman Werdhi Budaya Art Centre – check road closures around Jalan Nusa Indah.
- A new footbridge over the Badung River at Pasar Badung is due to open in early 2026, improving pedestrian access to the market from the north side.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Luxio Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the rear courtyard (away from Jalan Teuku Umar). These floors avoid street-level noise and have enough height to clear the roof of the adjacent single-storey buildings, giving you a quiet outlook over the inner garden and pool area.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-2 facing the front (Jalan Teuku Umar). The street is a main arterial road with heavy motorbike and becak traffic from early morning until late evening. Ground-floor rooms pick up exhaust fumes and pavement chatter from the warungs and shops below.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on floors 4-5 overlook the hotel’s small garden and pool, with a glimpse of local rooftops in the distance – not a sea or city view, but a calm green outlook. Front-facing rooms see a busy four-lane road and low-rise shop-houses.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 offer the best balance of quiet and convenience. The lift noise attenuates above the second floor, and these floors sit above the visual line of the street canopy.
🔊 Noise notes
Jalan Teuku Umar is a main east-west route in Denpasar, carrying constant motorbikes, small trucks, and occasional bus traffic from about 6am to 11pm. The hotel has a small front courtyard that buffers some noise, but lower floors get direct street sound. The rear garden is quieter but the property backs onto a lane with some local scooping and dog activity in the early morning.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the rear parking entrance (on the side lane) rather than the main street side – it’s closer to the lift and avoids you lugging bags through the busy lobby. 2. The pool is small but chlorinated, open 7am-7pm; grab a towel from the front desk before 8am because the supply runs thin after breakfast rush.
- 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 — Luxio Hotel
Free basic WiFi for all guests, speed about 10 Mbps; no paid upgrade, no login code needed (connects automatically on hotel network)
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TV in lobby shows BBC News
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 if room ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 fee of IDR 150,000 until 18:00 (subject to availability)
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures
Step-free entrance via ramp at main door; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or roll-in showers
Free on-site parking for up to 15 cars (first-come, first-served); no valet or EV charging; nearest public car park is at Jalan Hayam Wuruk 200m away, IDR 5,000 per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no mandatory city tax for 3-star hotels in Denpasar, but a 10% service charge and 11% government tax are added to room rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for booking; IDR 300,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gereja Sidang Jemaat Allah di Indonesia (836 m · ~10 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Bale Banjar Batannyuh (881 m · ~11 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Manik Kentel (972 m · ~12 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Dalem Suniantara (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Dewata Centro — 962 m · ~12 min walk
Bundaran Simpang Lima — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM BNI — 943 m · ~12 min walk
Apotik Puri Andika — 746 m · ~9 min walk
Toko HS Pemecutan Klod — 621 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs at major banks (BCA, Mandiri) for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux as they take a high commission or give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted at mid-range hotels, supermarkets and some restaurants; bring cash for warungs, street stalls and taxis.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fare or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge not included; small tip (Rp10,000-20,000) for hotel staff who help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local kopi bubuk (ground coffee) served at street-side kiosks; a small cup about Rp5,000-8,000.
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) from a warung; roughly Rp15,000-25,000.
Mie goreng or nasi goreng with egg at a simple restaurant; main around Rp20,000-35,000.
Look for night food stalls along Jalan Diponegoro and near the Badung Market area for sate, martabak and freshly fried snacks.
Transmart Carrefour and the local 'Toko' minimarkets (e.g., Indomaret, Alfamart) are common in 80113 for everyday basics.
Head to Pasar Badung or Jalan Gajah Mada for cheap T-shirts, sarongs and sandals; quality varies but prices are low.
The Trans Metro Dewata bus (blue route) runs through Denpasar at Rp3,700 per ride; from the airport, take a ride-hailing app (Gojek/Grab) motorcycle for about Rp30,000-50,000.
Eat at warungs not tourist-facing restaurants to halve meal costs; use a ride-hailing app not local taxis for short trips; withdraw larger sums in one go at a bank ATM to reduce fees.
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 Luxio Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM BNI — 943 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Apotik Puri Andika — 746 m · ~9 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 Luxio Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the rear courtyard (away from Jalan Teuku Umar). These floors avoid street-level noise and have enough height to clear the roof of the adjacent single-storey buildings, giving you a quiet outlook over the inner garden and pool area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Luxio Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-2 facing the front (Jalan Teuku Umar). The street is a main arterial road with heavy motorbike and becak traffic from early morning until late evening. Ground-floor rooms pick up exhaust fumes and pavement chatter from the warungs and shops below.
Is Luxio Hotel noisy?
Jalan Teuku Umar is a main east-west route in Denpasar, carrying constant motorbikes, small trucks, and occasional bus traffic from about 6am to 11pm. The hotel has a small front courtyard that buffers some noise, but lower floors get direct street sound. The rear garden is quieter but the property backs onto a lane with some local scooping and dog activity in the early morning.
Which rooms have the best views at Luxio Hotel?
Rear-facing rooms on floors 4-5 overlook the hotel’s small garden and pool, with a glimpse of local rooftops in the distance – not a sea or city view, but a calm green outlook. Front-facing rooms see a busy four-lane road and low-rise shop-houses.
What are insider tips for staying at Luxio Hotel?
1. If you arrive by taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the rear parking entrance (on the side lane) rather than the main street side – it’s closer to the lift and avoids you lugging bags through the busy lobby. 2. The pool is small but chlorinated, open 7am-7pm; grab a towel from the front desk before 8am because the supply runs thin after breakfast rush.
What time is check-in at Luxio Hotel?
Check-in at Luxio Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Luxio Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi for all guests, speed about 10 Mbps; no paid upgrade, no login code needed (connects automatically on hotel network)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Luxio Hotel?
None (no mandatory city tax for 3-star hotels in Denpasar, but a 10% service charge and 11% government tax are added to room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Luxio Hotel?
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) from a warung; roughly Rp15,000-25,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Luxio Hotel?
The Trans Metro Dewata bus (blue route) runs through Denpasar at Rp3,700 per ride; from the airport, take a ride-hailing app (Gojek/Grab) motorcycle for about Rp30,000-50,000.
When is the best time to visit Denpasar?
April and October: dry season months with lower humidity and fewer tourists than July–August
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.