🇮🇩 Kuta, Indonesia
Balisee Apartment
📍 2, Jl. Segara Wangi, Kuta
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Your stay — Balisee Apartment
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The Property — Balisee Apartment
Balisee Apartment feels more like a clean, quiet residential block than a standard hotel — think tiled corridors, a small reception desk, and a pool that gets afternoon sun. The rooms are basic but functional: kitchenette, air-con, and a balcony that looks over side streets rather than beach. It suits budget travellers or families who need self-catering space and don't mind being a 15-minute walk from Kuta's main strip.
Chronicles of Kuta
Kuta began as a fishing village, but its real transformation started with the surfers who discovered its rolling waves in the 1970s. The first guesthouses were simple bamboo huts; today the beachfront is a dense wall of bars, minimarts and hotel towers. Bali's tourism boom from the 1980s onwards turned Kuta into the island's most commercialised resort area, with a strip of cheap eats, surf shops and clubs that runs parallel to the sand. The 2002 bombings and subsequent rebuilding reshaped the town's security and street layout, but the core identity remains a party-and-surf gateway for first-time Bali visitors.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kuta guide →Best months
April, May, October — dry season, lower humidity, and the main crowds from July and August haven't arrived or have thinned out. The sea is calm for swimming, and room rates are still reasonable.
Peak / festival surge
July and August — European summer holidays and school breaks across Australia fill hotels. Prices at Balisee can double. December also sees a surge from Australian families, plus the annual Bali Arts Festival (June-July) draws cultural tourists.
Budget shoulder season
February, March, November — these are the best budget windows. Rain still falls but in short bursts, fewer tourists mean quieter beaches, and accommodation discounts of 30-40% are common.
Weather & packing
Kuta's weather in July is dry and sunny but with a constant breeze off the Indian Ocean, so everyone packs a light wrap for evenings. Pack a sarong for temple visits — it's required to cover shoulders and knees — and reef-safe sunscreen; local regulations ban many chemical sunscreens.
Live City Briefing — Kuta
- Kuta Beach's main parking area near the Beachwalk Mall has been resurfaced and expanded, making it easier to find a spot for a scooter or car — but expect to pay IDR 5,000 for scooters and IDR 10,000 for cars.
- The Kuta-Benoa toll road extension is now fully open, cutting driving time to Ngurah Rai Airport to about 10 minutes, though taxis still charge a fixed Rp 100,000-150,000 from the property.
- A new no-smoking zone on Kuta Beach (from the Grand Inna Kuta to the beach volleyball court) was enforced from April 2026; fines are IDR 500,000 for lighting up on the sand.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Balisee Apartment, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 through 5 facing away from Jl. Segara Wangi. These upper floors escape street-level motorbike and traffic noise, and you avoid potential rooftop or lift-machinery hum from higher levels.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the street (Jl. Segara Wangi) on floors 1 or 2. The road is a busy local access lane with early-morning scooters and vendors, and ground-floor rooms also get foot traffic and any lobby or service entrance bustle.
Best views
A rear-facing room on floors 4-5 offers a view over neighbouring low-rise buildings or garden patches—not a sea view (the address is inland on a side lane), but you get some treetops and less built-up sightlines than the front.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest—above street clatter but below any roof-level equipment or maintenance areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Jl. Segara Wangi is a narrow side street off Jl. Segara, with two-way traffic including motorbikes, delivery scooters, and occasional trucks or tour vehicles. Early mornings (6–8am) and late afternoons are peak. The building may also pick up noise from nearby eateries or minimarts. No known bar or nightclub adjacent, but street-level activity is constant until late evening.
Insider tips
1. Check in early if you can—3-star hotels in Kuta often allocate rooms first-come, first-served, and requesting a rear-facing upper floor at check-in increases your chances. 2. If you’re on a budget and need quiet, bring earplugs anyway; thin walls are common in this category, even on better floors.
- 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 — Balisee Apartment
Free for all guests; speed adequate for browsing and email (approx 10 Mbps download); login via room number.
No lift; guest rooms are on first and second floors via stairs only.
No digital newsstand or physical papers provided.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 07:00; late check-out until 12:00 for IDR 150,000, subject to availability.
Free at reception during open hours (07:00–23:00).
No step-free access; main entrance has a single step. Not wheelchair-friendly. No accessible rooms or bathrooms.
Limited on-street parking nearby, free but first-come. No valet. Closest public car park is at Kuta Beach Car Park, IDR 5,000/hour. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; incidental hold of IDR 200,000 at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Kahyangan Jagat Pula Ulun Swi (783 m · ~10 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Ulun Segara Paku awaji (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al-Huda (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Benoa Square — 900 m · ~11 min walk
Globe bali bowl skatepark — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 369 m · ~5 min walk
Kimia Farma — 534 m · ~7 min walk
Indomaret — 199 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use authorised money changers in Kuta or Legian for the best rates; avoid airport and hotel bureaux as they add commission and poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are accepted in larger hotels, restaurants and shops, but many warungs and street stalls are cash-only; contactless is rare outside big chains.
Restaurants not charging service fee: 5-10% for good service; taxis round up to nearest 5,000; hotel porters 10,000-20,000 IDR per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A local warung's kopi tubruk or iced coffee: around 5,000-10,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) at a warung: about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
Mie goreng or nasi goreng at a budget restaurant or food stall: 20,000-30,000 IDR for a main.
Along Jl. Legian and Poppies Lane I & II you'll find many satay, sate lilit and martabak stalls; also night markets around Kuta Art Market.
Pepito Express and Hypermart are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
Kuta Art Market and the beachside stalls along Jl. Pantai Kuta for cheap T-shirts, sarongs and surfwear.
Local bemos (minibuses) serve short routes for about 5,000-10,000 IDR, but they are infrequent; cheapest from airport is the Trans Sarbagita bus (3,500 IDR) from a nearby stop, or grab a Gojek/Grab motorbike (around 15,000-30,000 IDR to central Kuta).
Always bargain at markets and street stalls. Eat at warung on back streets rather than main tourist drags. Use ride-hailing apps (Gojek, Grab) for short trips instead of taxis.
Good to know — Kuta
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17944.1 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
KutaIn Kuta, Bali, you can also contact your hotel reception or tourist police (Polda Bali) at +62 361 222222. International SOS provides medical assistance at +62 361 710505. For non-emergencies, contact local authorities through your accommodation.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kuta, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Balisee Apartment
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 369 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Kimia Farma — 534 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kuta Central Area → Seminyak Beach / Local destinations
💡 Authentic local experience; ideal for short hops around Kuta/Seminyak; watch valuables in crowds
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Jas Boutique Villas Seminyak
💡 Bluebird is metered and reliable; Gojek app offers fixed prices upfront, reducing negotiation hassle
Seminyak / Kuta → Flexible local destinations
💡 Rent scooter for flexibility exploring Kuta/Seminyak; ensure valid license and wear helmet; traffic challenging for inexperienced riders
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) → Jas Boutique Villas Seminyak
💡 Book pre-arranged shuttles through your hotel for guaranteed pickup and best rates
About Kuta
Wikipedia ↗
Kuta (Balinese: ᬓᬸᬢ/ᬓᬹᬝ) is a tourist area, administratively an urban village (kelurahan), and the capital of Kuta District, Badung Regency, southern Bali, Indonesia. Kuta is a part of the Denpasar metropolitan area, 12 km (7.5 mi) south of downtown Denpasar. Originally known as a fishing village, i...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Balisee Apartment?
Request a room on floors 3 through 5 facing away from Jl. Segara Wangi. These upper floors escape street-level motorbike and traffic noise, and you avoid potential rooftop or lift-machinery hum from higher levels.
Which rooms should I avoid at Balisee Apartment?
Avoid rooms facing the street (Jl. Segara Wangi) on floors 1 or 2. The road is a busy local access lane with early-morning scooters and vendors, and ground-floor rooms also get foot traffic and any lobby or service entrance bustle.
Is Balisee Apartment noisy?
Jl. Segara Wangi is a narrow side street off Jl. Segara, with two-way traffic including motorbikes, delivery scooters, and occasional trucks or tour vehicles. Early mornings (6–8am) and late afternoons are peak. The building may also pick up noise from nearby eateries or minimarts. No known bar or nightclub adjacent, but street-level activity is constant until late evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Balisee Apartment?
A rear-facing room on floors 4-5 offers a view over neighbouring low-rise buildings or garden patches—not a sea view (the address is inland on a side lane), but you get some treetops and less built-up sightlines than the front.
What are insider tips for staying at Balisee Apartment?
1. Check in early if you can—3-star hotels in Kuta often allocate rooms first-come, first-served, and requesting a rear-facing upper floor at check-in increases your chances. 2. If you’re on a budget and need quiet, bring earplugs anyway; thin walls are common in this category, even on better floors.
What time is check-in at Balisee Apartment?
Check-in at Balisee Apartment is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Balisee Apartment have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed adequate for browsing and email (approx 10 Mbps download); login via room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Balisee Apartment?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Balisee Apartment?
Nasi campur (rice with mixed sides) at a warung: about 15,000-25,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Balisee Apartment?
Local bemos (minibuses) serve short routes for about 5,000-10,000 IDR, but they are infrequent; cheapest from airport is the Trans Sarbagita bus (3,500 IDR) from a nearby stop, or grab a Gojek/Grab motorbike (around 15,000-30,000 IDR to central Kuta).
When is the best time to visit Kuta?
April, May, October — dry season, lower humidity, and the main crowds from July and August haven't arrived or have thinned out. The sea is calm for swimming, and room rates are still reasonable.
Top Attractions in Kuta
💡 Start at half the asking price and walk away if they don't match—vendors often call you back with a better deal. Go early morning for fresh stock and fewer crowds.
💡 Visit just before sunset when the surrounding area is quiet—it's a sombre but respectful stop, not a photo op.
💡 Look for the stall with the longest queue of locals—that's where the food is best. Bring small bills for easier transactions.
💡 Skip the middle section near the lifeguard towers—go south toward the airport for quieter spots and fewer vendors.
💡 Buy tickets online the night before—queues at the gate are long and prices are higher. Bring reef shoes for the concrete paths.