Sanur (Bali)

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...for peace and quiet, then Sanur is preferable to Kuta. For someone wanting a dynamic holiday, Bali is definitely not the place to go. Bali is more for relaxing, pottering about and enjoying the local food, wine and culture. One particular attraction is the excursions that are available, which including horse riding (for me an all time dream to go horse riding on a beach at sunset was very nicely fulfilled), snokerling, looking for turtles, etc. ... Read review

Advantages: Fantastic
Disadvantages: long way away!

...We chose to stay in Sanur (south of Denpasar airport) in the Hotel Sanur Beach (4*). We took a taxi from the airport which was extremely cheap and I would recommend this over prebooking an expensive transfer as the Balinese were very friendly and helpful. Sanur is the perfect beach destination in Bali, it's a lot quieter than Kuta and not as exclusive as Nusa Dua. There are numerous craft shops, stalls and cafes along the streets of Sanur and not ...
...do, but I would recommend Sanur for a relaxing, chilled-out break. The food in the big hotels was very good, but a lot more expensive than the restaurants along the streets -which appeared clean and we encountered no tummy problems. If you like colour and fabric you will be in heaven for shopping. Sarongs, batik, kites and wooden carvings are everywhere in Sanur, but you have to be prepared to haggle! Take an extra suitcase to stock up on souveneirs! ... Read review

Advantages: Peaceful and less hassle
Disadvantages: See above; but it depends on what you want

This is a follow-up to Scam in Kuta. It rather scared me out of the region, or at least put me off Kuta for a while. Headed for somewhere quiet, and found that somewhere in Sanur; and bliss in comparison. Stayed at the Santai Hotel, which has a fantastic vegetarian restaurant incorporated into it; Kafe Jali Tawa, the food is just marvellous.Its also got an Internet centre on site. All in all, very laid back and environmentally friendly. Just what ...
...There's a marvellous stretch of beach, which has a boardwalk running the length, although a little broken in some places, and very little hassle; and the little was pretty friendly. A great place to relax and unwind for a few days. Not, a tremendous amount to do, although the night market is well worth a visit; and you can always pop into one of the many big hotels, just to see how the other half live. I have to say that i prefer it as a base, rather ... Read review

Advantages: lots to do,spectacular scenery,good seafood,beautiful beaches
Disadvantages: hassled to buy things, coral was dead so snorkelling not great

Lovely beaches but not as quiet as I expected or I was told. I went during the christmas period where business is very slow for the locals so everyone was desperate to sell you something or get you to go on a day trip.This is good when your are wanting to sightsee and there are many things to see and do in Bali but not so good if you can not even lie on the beach for half an hour. it was an absolutely fantastic and interesting experience and the ...
...about their religion,culture.Be warned that you will be taken to many different shops no matter if you go with a local guide or the hotel guide.One local guide, named Tarzan(yes for real!) was a real pleasure to spend days with and nights drinking in the bar he worked in, he is worth asking around for. Beautiful place, seeing the rice fields, temples in particular the water temple is a must see where people clense themselves from illness. With the ... Read review

Advantages: lots to do
Disadvantages: bad driving

For us Sanur struck a balance between the brashness of Kuta and Nusa Dua where we had heard there was not much to tempt you out of the cocoon of your hotel complex. The beach at Sanur is excellent – all four km of it -and offers every type of water sport under the sun –snorkelling, water skiing, wind surfing and para sailing. Sanur is not for those who want a hectic night life although there are plenty of bars and restaurants if you tire of eating ...
...other parts of Bali from Sanur although I have to say that road safety does not seem to figure highly in the Balinese personality. We were also told that cycling is good as the roads are flat – we never put it to the test – partly due to the heat but more so due to the pot holes and other road users! ... Read review