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alina · #quiet

Bali Hotel Noise

Foreign tourists frequently complain about poor sound insulation in Bali hotels, making it hard to sleep due to noise from neighboring rooms. As an Indonesian, I'm used to this, but wonder how much b… more

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caezilie · 2mos

It's a common issue across Southeast Asia, honestly. Older hotels, especially, often prioritize aesthetics over modern soundproofing techniques. I've experienced similar issues in other parts of Indonesia and even neighboring countries. Don't get me wrong, some newer, higher-end places are much better, but it's a fair point that it's not always consistent. You'll find a wider range in soundproofing quality depending on the price point and age of the hotel, not just location.

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!