Your stay — Sunrise Residence Bali
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The Property — Sunrise Residence Bali
Sunrise Residence Bali is a no-frills three-star hotel in Denpasar’s business district, aimed at travellers who want clean, affordable lodging near the airport and city centre. The lobby feels functional rather than fancy: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and the faint smell of clove cigarettes from outside. Its USP is location — five minutes from Ngurah Rai Airport and a short ride to Sanur beach — making it a practical stopover for a night before heading farther south or east. It suits budget-conscious solo travellers or small groups who plan to be out most of the day and just need a bed and a shower.
Chronicles of Denpasar
Denpasar — which means 'north market' — grew as a trading port under the Balinese kingdom of Badung in the 18th century. The Dutch bombarded the city in 1906 during the puputan (mass ritual suicide) of the Balinese royal family, an event that scars the city’s memory and is commemorated by the Bajra Sandhi monument. Post-independence, Denpasar became the province’s administrative capital, sprawling with concrete, choked with scooters and adorned with temples that somehow survive between the minimarts. Today it’s a chaotic, real-Bali counterpoint to the resort-polished south: a place of warungs (food stalls), textile markets, and the occasional gamelan practice drifting from a courtyard.
Best Time to Visit
Full Denpasar guide →Best months
June and August: dry season with clear skies, lower humidity, and only moderate crowds compared to July’s peak. December is also good, but wetter.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month — European summer holidays and school breaks in Australia pack hotels across Bali. Sunrise Residence typically raises its prices 15-25% above shoulder rates. The Bali Arts Festival (June-July) adds cultural events in Denpasar but also draws domestic tourists.
Budget shoulder season
April and late September: rooms at Sunrise Residence can be 20-30% cheaper than July, weather is still largely dry, and fewer tourists mean quicker check-ins and emptier beaches.
Weather & packing
Denpasar is hot and humid year-round, averaging 29°C, but July brings strong, unrelenting sun with occasional afternoon squalls. Pack lightweight, quick-dry clothes, a rain jacket or umbrella, and high-SPF waterproof sunscreen.
Live City Briefing — Denpasar
- Denpasar’s Ngurah Rai Airport completed a new terminal expansion in early 2026, adding domestic arrival gates and reducing taxi queues. Expect slightly shorter transfer times to Sunrise Residence (now ~10 minutes via the by-pass road).
- The city’s main market, Pasar Badung, reopened in March 2026 after a two-year renovation; it now has better ventilation and cleaner produce stalls, but still offers the same dizzying maze of spices and textiles.
- July 2026 coincides with the Bali Kite Festival on the Sanur coast — weather permitting — which can cause minor traffic detours on the Bypass Ngurah Rai road on weekend afternoons.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sunrise Residence Bali, 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 interior courtyard or pool (if present). Top-floor rooms get less foot traffic and more breeze. If no courtyard, choose a room at the back of the building, away from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or street side — Denpasar traffic starts early and can be loud. Also skip rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft (often marked as 'near lift' on lower floors).
Best views
A top-floor back room may offer city-or-mountain glimpses over neighbouring rooftops. No sea view in Denpasar — worth adjusting expectations. A pool or garden view is the best you'll get.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are usually quietest, assuming a 4-storey walk-up with no lift noise reaching that high. Upper floors also reduce street rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
Denpasar is a busy city: motorbikes, honking, and early morning market traffic. Main road side will be noisy until late evening. If the hotel faces a side street, that helps. Also listen for air conditioning units on balconies — some models hum loudly.
Insider tips
1) Arrive before 2pm to request a high floor — early check-in gives pick of quieter rooms. 2) If you're driving, ask about free street parking or their off-street bay — some 3-star hotels in Denpasar have limited space out back.
- 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 — Sunrise Residence Bali
Free for 1 device per room, download speed ~10 Mbps; premium tier (4 devices, 30 Mbps) available at IDR 100,000 per day
Single lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to digital newsstand (PressReader) via hotel app
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00 at no cost; late check-out until 18:00 costs IDR 300,000
Complimentary for same-day arrivals/departures; overnight storage IDR 100,000 per bag
Step-free entrance and lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; narrow doorways in standard rooms
On-site unguarded parking for 20 cars, free; nearest 24/7 public car park (Griya Anyar) costs IDR 10,000 per hour, max IDR 50,000 overnight; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: IDR 50,000 per person per night (tourist tax), payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via online booking; IDR 500,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: An Nur (648 m · ~8 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Balun Sesetan (990 m · ~12 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Dalem Suniantara (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Padmasana (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Level 21 Mall Bali — 783 m · ~10 min walk
halaman perpus — 279 m · ~3 min walk
Museum Agung Bung Karno — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM BII Maybank — 339 m · ~4 min walk
Apotek Vita Farma — 434 m · ~5 min walk
Circle K — 327 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport or tourist bureau money changers entirely – they give poor rates.
Cards accepted in most hotels, malls and upmarket restaurants, but smaller warungs and market stalls are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge isn't included, and give hotel staff 10,000-20,000 IDR for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk (strong local coffee) from a street stall costs 5,000-10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) at a local warung runs 20,000-35,000 IDR.
A simple main like mie goreng or nasi goreng costs 25,000-40,000 IDR at a local eatery.
Pasar Badung market and roadside stalls around Jalan Gajah Mada offer cheap eats; try sate lilit, pisang goreng and bubur ayam.
Super Indo, Hypermart and Pepito are common budget supermarkets in Denpasar.
Pasar Badung and Jalan Sulawesi for fabrics and simple clothing; Batu Bulan market for batik and souvenirs.
Public bemos (minibuses) are the cheapest way locally, around 5,000-10,000 IDR per ride, but they're infrequent; from the airport, take a metered taxi (around 100,000 IDR to central Denpasar) or a budget ride-hail app (Gojek/Grab).
Eat at local warungs (food stalls); drink filtered water from refill stations or your hotel's dispenser; negotiate prices at markets but keep it reasonable.
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 Sunrise Residence Bali
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM BII Maybank — 339 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Apotek Vita Farma — 434 m · ~5 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 Sunrise Residence Bali?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the interior courtyard or pool (if present). Top-floor rooms get less foot traffic and more breeze. If no courtyard, choose a room at the back of the building, away from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sunrise Residence Bali?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or street side — Denpasar traffic starts early and can be loud. Also skip rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft (often marked as 'near lift' on lower floors).
Is Sunrise Residence Bali noisy?
Denpasar is a busy city: motorbikes, honking, and early morning market traffic. Main road side will be noisy until late evening. If the hotel faces a side street, that helps. Also listen for air conditioning units on balconies — some models hum loudly.
Which rooms have the best views at Sunrise Residence Bali?
A top-floor back room may offer city-or-mountain glimpses over neighbouring rooftops. No sea view in Denpasar — worth adjusting expectations. A pool or garden view is the best you'll get.
What are insider tips for staying at Sunrise Residence Bali?
1) Arrive before 2pm to request a high floor — early check-in gives pick of quieter rooms. 2) If you're driving, ask about free street parking or their off-street bay — some 3-star hotels in Denpasar have limited space out back.
What time is check-in at Sunrise Residence Bali?
Check-in at Sunrise Residence Bali is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sunrise Residence Bali have Wi-Fi?
Free for 1 device per room, download speed ~10 Mbps; premium tier (4 devices, 30 Mbps) available at IDR 100,000 per day
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sunrise Residence Bali?
IDR 50,000 per person per night (tourist tax), payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Sunrise Residence Bali?
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) at a local warung runs 20,000-35,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sunrise Residence Bali?
Public bemos (minibuses) are the cheapest way locally, around 5,000-10,000 IDR per ride, but they're infrequent; from the airport, take a metered taxi (around 100,000 IDR to central Denpasar) or a budget ride-hail app (Gojek/Grab).
When is the best time to visit Denpasar?
June and August: dry season with clear skies, lower humidity, and only moderate crowds compared to July’s peak. December is also good, but wetter.
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.