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klarissa · #Indecisive

Bali Hotel or Airbnb?

Traveling Asia with my girlfriend, looking for a beautiful place to stay for 5 days with a $150/night budget.

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leahoenig · 2mos

For that budget in Bali, you're looking at some seriously gorgeous private villas through Airbnb. Hotels at that price point will likely be nice, but you'll get far more space and privacy – and often a pool – with a villa. Just make sure to read reviews carefully, paying attention to location and how far you'll be from things you want to do. Seminyak and Ubud are popular, but transport costs can add up depending on where you choose.

klarissa · 2mos · OP

That's really helpful, thanks! I hadn't even considered villas – I was just focusing on hotels. The extra space and a private pool definitely sound appealing. I'll check out Seminyak and Ubud and factor in transport costs – good point! Any recommendations on sites besides Airbnb for finding villas?

centawilke… · #Bali

Kuta to Sanur or Seminyak on New Year's Eve?

Partner's in Kuta hospital, roads closing for NYE. Better bet for getting back to a hotel in Sanur or Seminyak tomorrow evening?

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carinarohmann · 2mos

Oof, that's a tough one. New Year's Eve in Bali is… something else. Sanur's generally calmer than Seminyak, so the roads might be slightly less chaotic getting back to your hotel. But with your partner in the hospital, the shortest, least congested route wins. Use Google Maps (or whatever app you have) right now – check traffic predictions for both routes at the time you anticipate leaving. That'll give you the best real-time answer. And honestly, maybe have a backup plan...like a driver on standby if things get truly insane. Wishing your partner a speedy recovery!