For the past decades, Bali has been one of the top destinations in Asia, and for good reason: it offers a unique combination of tropical landscapes, cultural traditions, outdoor activities, fantastic food, and a wide range of quaint accommodation choices.
One of these choices is glamping in Bali, a luxurious way of camping in upscale tents at beautiful boutique resorts. Curious to learn more? Check out my top 10 places to stay for a Bali glamping adventure!
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What is glamping?
For those that aren’t sure what this relatively new concept known as ‘glamping’ is – worry not, you’re not alone. Glamping is a term derived from putting together two words: ‘glam’ + ‘camping’ = ‘glamping’ – it’s as simple as that.
Quite a popular search term on Pinterest, glamping is becoming ever more in demand in recent years. So, whether you’re an experienced glamper or excited to try it out for the first time, there are so many brilliant options for glamping in Bali and in this post is a collection of the 10 best glamping resorts and sites around Bali, Indonesia.
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10 Best Places to go Glamping in Bali in 2023
1. Moondock Luxury Camp
🏕 Type: Geodesic dome/tented camp (1BR, 1BA-Private)
| 📍 Location: Munduk | 💸 Cost: $
Nestled in the lush forest of Munduk, Moondock Luxury Camp is a 5-star destination comprised of geodesic dome tents with sprawling views of the natural surroundings. The campsite has a garden, a restaurant that serves continental breakfast, a shared kitchen, room service, complimentary WiFi, and free parking.
Designed to provide everything needed for an extended stay, each tent comes with a flat-screen TV, towels, and bed linens. They’re also equipped with a sofa, plush bed, outdoor bathtub, and a fire pit for those cozy nights making s’mores under the stars.
MOONDOCK LUXURY CAMP AMENITIES
AIR CON
WIFI
FREE BREAKFAST
MOUNTAIN VIEW
FRONT TERRACE
FLATSCREEN TV
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2. Bali Beach Glamping
🏕 Type: Luxury beach tents (Studio, 1BA-Private)
| 📍 Location: Tabanan | 💸 Cost: $$
North of Canggu in Tabanan, you’ll find a spectacular site that boasts exquisite luxury tents overviewing the beach and the Indian Ocean. The resort features 40 air-conditioned glamping tents, complete with ensuite bathrooms and terraces, a large beach-side lawn ideal for weddings and other events, as well as an infinity pool facing the sea.
Bali Beach Glamping also offers tons of activities, including spa treatments, yoga classes, horseback riding, ATV and cycling adventure tours, and surfing. Guests don’t need to bring their own food as the on-site restaurant serves local and international cuisine all day long.
BALI BEACH GLAMPING AMENITIES
AIR CON
WIFI
FREE BREAKFAST
POOL
FREE PARKING
AIRPORT TRANSFER
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3. Menjangan Dynasty Resort
🏕 Type: Premium tents (1BR, 1BA-Private, 4B Villas)
| 📍 Location: Banjuwedang | 💸 Cost: $$$
Located at a world-class dive site in the northwest of the island, this eco-friendly, safari-style Bali boutique resort features 24 tents, 2 one-bedroom cliff tent villas, and 2 two-bedroom cliff tent villas. While all tents are fully air-conditioned and come with their own private decks, the cliff tent villas also each have a private pool.
Menjangan Dynasty Resort is right next to a white-sand beach and has its own bar and restaurant which offers all-day dining. And with a number of activities like diving, snorkeling, kayaking, trekking, mountain biking, bird-watching, or horse-riding available to you, you’ll never feel bored during your stay.
MENJANGAN DYNASTY RESORT AMENITIES
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FREE BREAKFAST
POOL
SEA VIEW
AIRPORT TRANSFER
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4. Origin Uluwatu
🏕 Type: Pool tents (1BR, 1BA-Private)
| 📍 Location: Pecatu | 💸 Cost: $$
Origin Uluwatu is a 4-star glamping resort in Pecatu that features a restaurant, private pool, lush green garden, and a 24-hour front desk. The site has several glamping tents that can accommodate solo travelers, couples, and families. Each tent is thoughtfully interior-designed with quality furniture and colorful accessories. Guests get to enjoy their own living room, en-suite bathroom, private pool, sun terrace, and complimentary WiFi!
ORIGIN ULUWATU AMENITIES
AIR CON
WIFI
FREE PARKING
POOL
TERRACE
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5. Autentik Penida Glamping
🏕 Type: Treehouse tents (1BR, 1BA-Private)
| 📍 Location: Nusa Penida | 💸 Cost: $$
Camp in the middle of the jungle at this luxurious Bali glamping resort in Nusa Penida. Beloved for its breathtaking views of the natural surroundings, the adult-only Autentik Penida Glamping Resort is thoughtfully designed and offers a number of highly Instagrammable spots, including a stunning outdoor pool and knitted hammocks.
Guests have a choice between a garden, jungle, or valley view and can enjoy their own private balconies, en-suite bathrooms, and complimentary WiFi in air-conditioned tents. Located just 1.8 km away from Crystal Bay Beach, this site is a hidden gem on the northwest side of the island.
AUTENTIK PENIDA GLAMPING AMENITIES
AIR CON
WIFI
FREE BREAKFAST
POOL
JUNGLE VIEW
BALCONY
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6. Kubah Bali Glamping
🏕 Type: Geodesic Dome/pod tent (1BR, 1BA-Private)
| 📍 Location: Kintamani | 💸 Cost: $$
Located in Kintamani, about 24 km away from the famous Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Kubah Bali Glamping is a charming campsite featuring geodesic dome tents that overlook the lake and surrounding mountains. The resort serves American and Asian breakfast, has a 24-hour front desk, and is especially popular among couples looking for a quiet and romantic destination on the island.
KUBAH BALI GLAMPING AMENITIES
MOUNTAIN VIEW
GARDEN
FREE BREAKFAST
LAKE VIEW
TERRACE
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7. Sandat Glamping Tents
🏕 Type: Tent (1BR, 1BA-Private)
| 📍 Location: Ubud | 💸 Cost: $$$
For the ultimate luxury glamping Bali experience, look no further than Sandat Glamping – which features incredibly well-designed rooms in both luxury tents as well as in converted rice-storage buildings (known as lumbung). The eco-friendly resort is surrounded by lush green rice fields and is located just 3 km from Ubud center.
Guests get to enjoy healthy dishes, including Balinese, Indonesian, and Italian cuisine as well as a number of international options and a kids’ menu at the on-site restaurant. For those interested to learn more about the local culture, the resort also offers a number of activities such as Balinese cooking classes or cycling and rafting tours through the nearby villages.
SANDAT GLAMPING TENTS AMENITIES
POOL
TERRACE/PATIO
FREE BREAKFAST
AIR CON
WIFI
AIRPORT TRANSFER
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8. Sebatu Sanctuary
🏕 Type: Tent (1BR, 1BA-Private Queen Studio)
| 📍 Location: Tegallalang | 💸 Cost: $$$
Taking the meaning of camping to a whole new level, Sebatu Sanctuary in Tegalalang is an exceptional eco-resort surrounded by the island’s famous rice terraces. Designed to offer the highest level of comfort and luxury, each guest room is air-conditioned and comes with an en-suite bath, a flat-screen TV complete with cable channels and a DVD player, free Wifi, and complimentary toiletries.
Committed to reducing its carbon footprint, the resort features an infinity pool with over 250 native fish that serve as a bio-filter to cleanse the water. Sebatu Sanctuary also has a well-maintained garden and an on-site restaurant that offers American and Indonesian cuisine with vegan options.
A big draw is the sanctuary’s charming natural surroundings. It’s not uncommon for guests to see farmers tending to their rice paddies, wake up to the sound of singing birds, or encounter monkeys in the resort’s treetops.
Those interested to stay active can borrow a resort bike for free, participate in a local water purification ceremony at the sacred springs in Sebatu village, or go on a hike to a secluded waterfall nearby.
SEBATU SANCTUARY AMENITIES
POOL
TERRACE/BALCONY
FREE BREAKFAST
AIR CON
WIFI
FLATSCREEN TV
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9. Batan Nyuh Retreat
🏕 Type: Treehouse tent (1BR, 1BA-Private)
| 📍 Location: Tegallalang | 💸 Cost: $
Situated just 4 miles from Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Batan Nyuh Retreat offers a tranquil and natural setting in the stunning countryside away from the bustle of traffic and villages. The treehouse type tents are equipped with their own bathrooms and mosquito nets as well as a terrace, BBQ equipment, and a fireplace.
Other features include a la carte breakfast and a bicycle rental service, as well as massage sessions and yoga classes. There is a 24-hour front desk.
Guests rate this place for it’s exceptional service and excellent vibes, and you get to really immerse yourself in Balinese culture too.
BATAN NYUH RETREAT AMENITIES
FIREPLACE
TERRACE/BALCONY
BBQ
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
MOUNTAIN VIEW
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10. Bubble Hotel Nyang Nyang
🏕 Type: Pods (1BR, Deluxe Double Bedroom)
| 📍 Location: Pecatu | 💸 Cost: $$$
Located just off the stunning Nyang Nyang Beach in Uluwatu, Bubble Hotel Bali provides guests with enclosures that include elegant and glamorous igloo camping pods, each with their own fully-equipped bathrooms, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a sun terrace.
Guests love the ergonomic appearance of the pods and how it blends well with the surrounding nature, as well as how romantic the whole setting is. The inclusion of the terrace, private pool and swing offers guests the chance to take memorable and instgrammable photo shoots against incredible scenic views of the sea at the front and the mountains at the back.
BUBBLE HOTEL NYANG NYANG AMENITIES
POOL
TERRACE
PARKING
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
SEA VIEW
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Don’t forget to book travel insurance
It goes without saying really that when you travel in Asia and beyond, travel insurance is super important.
I never always bothered though. For years I travelled without insurance as I thought, “what could happen?”
Well, I once got my bag stolen in Vietnam and I had an electric shock in a hostel bathroom in Mexico. What if you’re hiking up a mountain and your appendix suddenly bursts, leaving you in excruciating pain and requiring emergency treatment? Anything could happen.
So that’s it – the 10 best places to go glamping in Bali in 2023.
Thank you for reading my post. Bali is one of my all-time favorite places on earth, from traveling 47 countries over 7 years. Staying at any one of the above glamping spots will guarantee the most surreal and memorable Bali experience you can wish for!
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What is the best way to travel around Bali?
The best way to get around the island is with a private local driver known as a ‘Bali driver’, it’s affordable and hassle free, giving you peace of mind whilst allowing you to visit hard-to-reach places.
Car: It’s left hand drive in Bali and the roads here are easy to navigate within villages and resorts, although they are very bumpy inland between regions. You can hire a rental car here.
Walking: It’s fairly easy and convenient to walk within the villages and on coastal resort towns.
Scooter: the most common way to get around for locals and tourists alike, it’s very easy to rent and ride a scooter here. You can book a scooter or bike here.
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Some of the best glamping resorts in Bali are around Ubud and Canggu as well as in Uluwatu, Nusa Penida, and Kuta.
Here are the top 10 glamping spots in Bali:
- Moondock Luxury Camp, Munduk
- Bali Beach Glamping, Tabanan
- Menjangan Dynasty Resort, Banjuwedang
- Origin Uluwatu, Pecatu
- Autentik Penida Glamping, Nusa Penida
- Kubah Bali Glamping, Kintamani
- Sandat Glamping Tents, Ubud
- Sebatu Sanctuary, Tegallalang
- Batan Nyuh Retreat, Tegallalang
- Bubble Hotel Nyang Nyang, Pecatu
Glamping is a term derived from putting together two words: ‘glam’ + ‘camping’ = ‘glamping’ – as simple as that.
Quite a popular search term on Pinterest, glamping is becoming ever more in demand in recent years. So, whether you’re an experienced glamper or excited to try out for the first time, there are so many brilliant options for glamping in Bali and in this post is a collection of the 10 best glamping resorts and sites around Bali, Indonesia.
The nicest part of Bali really depends on individual preferences. Some may prefer the fun-seeking atmosphere of Kuta Beach, known for its surfing and water activities, and described as one of the most famous beaches in Bali, while others may go for the scenic and peaceful beauty of Munduk, a remote town located in the mountains surrounded by green paddies and spice plantations with a well-preserved local culture. Still, others may appreciate the striking beauty of Tanah Lot Temple, which is described as one of the most breathtaking places in Bali and a superb place to watch a sunset. The nicest part of Bali ultimately depends on what each person is looking for in their vacation experience.
Most glamping sites provide their guests with a private toilet, either within the glamping tent itself or in a separate, attached bathroom. However, not all glamping tents have toilets and restrooms, and it all depends on the specific glamping site or tent. Some glamping sites offer composting toilets as a more eco-friendly option. To ensure that you have access to a private toilet during your glamping trip, it’s highly recommended to check with the specific glamping site beforehand.
The safest place to stay in Bali is considered to be in the region of Sanur. Sanur is known to be the family area in Bali, and is a very laid back, calm, and friendly, and the beach is white and the locals are incredibly kind.
Most travelers recommend spending around 8-10 days in Bali in order to experience its essence, visit its famous beaches, mountain areas, and tourist places, and explore the nearby islands If you want a more relaxed pace for your sightseeing, then 10 to 12 days is recommended. If you want to explore more than one area of the island, 5 days is considered the bare minimum.
The cost of a luxury glamping tent can vary greatly depending on the destination, the size, and the amenities being offered. On average, a luxury glamping tent can cost anywhere from $100 to $500 or more per night. Factors that can influence the cost include the location (e.g. remote or scenic locations tend to be more expensive), the size of the tent (e.g. a single tent versus a multi-room tent), and the amenities provided (e.g. private bathroom, hot tub, etc.).
Glamping pods typically come equipped with bedding such as blankets, pillows, and sheets. Some glamping pods may also offer luxury bedding options, such as high-thread count linens. However, it is best to check with the specific glamping pod you are interested in to confirm what bedding is provided, and if there are any additional fees for upgraded bedding options.
It really depends on personal preferences whether glamping or camping is better, and what one is looking for in a camping experience.
Typically, glamping offers more amenities and comfort, such as furnished tents with beds and electricity, while camping involves more basic and rustic accommodations. Glamping may be a good option for those who want the outdoor experience but with added luxuries, while camping may be preferable for those who enjoy a more rugged, back-to-nature experience.
Ultimately, it comes down to a matter of personal preference and what kind of camping experience you’re looking for.
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