Where to Stay in Canggu, Bali | Hostels, Hotels & Airbnbs
If you’re wondering where to stay in Canggu, I hope this helps you. This article covers the best places to stay in Canggu as well as the best accommodation options including hostels, homestays, Airbnb, boutique hotels, villas, surf camps and yoga retreats! Finding the best accommodation in Canggu doesn’t have to be hard!
If you’re wondering where to stay in Bali, staying in Canggu should be on your Bali itinerary! Canggu is definitely one of the cool places to stay in Bali. It all started two years ago when I visited Bali for the first time. I fell for the chill vibes, boho atmosphere and the waves! Canggu is a big hub for expats, backpackers and surfer holidaymakers. Great for its coffee scene, bars on the beach and for sunset lovers, there’s a lot to love about Canggu!
To help you make the most of your stay in Canggu, check out the sections towards the end to learn more about the best restaurants & cafΓ©s in Canggu as well as the best places where to hang out! Also, I’m sharing some of my best tips to get a cheap way out of the airport and to help you get a good scooter and a SIM card at a decent price!
First of all, let’s see what are the best areas to stay in Canggu. I personally love Berawa Beach better as it’s a bit less crowded and it’s surrounded by amazing restaurants and cafΓ©s. Although, if you want to be closer to the bars or if you want to walk to the beach instead of renting a scooter, you should pick a spot around Batu Bolong Beach. If you only care about surfing in Bali, you might want to stay around Echo Beach. Finding the best area in Canggu is an easy task because the town is quite small!
If you’re also wondering how long you should stay in Canggu, there’s this weird curse about this tiny beach town. It seems like people have difficulty to leave Canggu. There’s not so much to see apart from enjoying life on the beach while sipping a coconut. If you’re here to party, learn how to surf or simply get a tan, then, you could easily spend a week (or more) in Canggu. If you’re planning on making the most of Indonesia while you’re here, then, you should come around for a few days.
Of course, if you’re planning on staying in Canggu, you might want to be close to the beach! There are many options available around Berawa Beach, Batu Bolong and Echo Beach. Some villas and cheaper options could be a bit further out, but if you have a scooter, you can pretty much go everywhere in approximately 10-20 minutes, as Canggu is quite a small town!
Best Canggu Hostels | Backpacking in Bali
If you’re looking at the top backpacker hostels in Canggu, you can also consult this full list of the best hostels in Canggu. But, here are three of the best options for backpackers in Bali!
The Farm Hostel
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π΄ Float on. π· @lathanmckinney #thefarmhostel #canggu #bali
Average price for one night in a dorm: INR 200 000
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La Boheme Canggu
Average price for one night in a dorm: INR 130 000 including breakfast
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Waterborn Bali
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Life is cool by the pool ππ€ Wonderful aerial photography, by our wonderful guests @viva_karanja π©πͺ π
Average price for one night in a dorm: INR 236 000 including breakfast
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Homestays in Canggu
Adi Homestay
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Hi Good People π this is new official page of Adi Homestay Canggu π #swimmingpool #poolview #canggu #echobeach #surfing #budgethotel
Perfect for short holidays and for its location, Adi Homestay is one of my favorites. I’ve been recommending it to many of my expat friends moving to Canggu and this is also where I decided to be staying. Bonus: they have a pool and provide a shared kitchen!
For those who are planning on staying long-term, note that you can negotiate weekly/monthly rates with the owner.
Average price for one night: INR 260 000
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Budidin Homestay
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Average price for one night: INR 250 000
Browse availability!
Private Villas in Canggu (Airbnb and Booking.com)
Another cool option to consider when you are moving to Bali or even if you’re on holidays would definitely be a villa. You can either share a villa with your friends/family or get a private one. You can find a lot of Bali long-term rentals in Canggu! Here are some of the most beautiful options including some of the best Bali Airbnbs.
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The Lokha Umulas Villas & Spa
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spend your vacation at The Lokha Umalas Villas & Spa Bali’s, one bed room pool villa. total privacy & tranquility is yours. book now for your heaven through : reservation@thelokhaumalas.com +62 361 9002601 #thelokhaumalas #balivilla #canggu #thebalibible
Average price for one night: INR 4 000 000
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Victoria Villa 8
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Kirsty loving life at #VillaSakΓ© πΏ
Average price for one night: INR 3 100 000
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4 Quarters Bali Villas
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Indulge in the original artworks displayed at our 4Quratersπ¨ Each mural and painting we choose to compliment our villa’s are handmade with passion, bringing the best of Bali’s atmosphere, culture, and lifestyleπ
Average price for one night: INR 2 376 000
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Airbnb: Luxury room with pool
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Average price for one night: INR 2 842 000
Bungalow3 VillaOceans
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Average price for one night: INR 3 045 000
Unique Hotel Stays in Canggu
Ethnic Wooden House
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Average price for one night: INR 6 394 000
Salty Shakas Bamboo Stay
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Happy morning …enjoy ur breakfast before u start surfing activities #saltyshakas #bamboosurfstay#homestay #hostel #surfstay #chill #canggu#surfing #surfguidebali #canggubeach #oldmanbeachcanggu #balisurfcamp #bali
Average price for one night: INR 200 000
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The Duck Canggu
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Average price for one night: INR 3 045 000
Surf Camps in Canggu, Bali
If you’re planning on surfing while in Canggu, Bali, you should know that Canggu is one of the main surf spots in Bali. There are many places that offer surf lessons and provide you with gear so you can make the most of your surf holidays in Bali.
It doesn’t matter if you’re on a budget or if you don’t have a spending limit, there are options for everyone.
Surfing Hostels in Canggu
Surf Lodge Canggu
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Beautiful girl stay in beautiful placeπ΄π‘ #surflodgecanggu #surfandstay #surfandchill #dormroom #deluxeroom #canggu #balΔ± #baliparadise
Average price for one night: INR 180 000
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Lay Day Surf Hostel
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Finally π΄WEDNESDAYπ΄ everyone! We are fully stocked with freezing cold bintang and ready to party ⚡️π¦We only have very few beds available, book now and don't miss out on the loosest pool party in Canggu. – – – – – – – – #canggu #sandbar #poolparty #bali #hostel #balilife #balibumbs #balibody #balibabes #partyhostel #bbq #fullsend
Average price for one night: INR 144 000
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Best Hotels with Surfing Options in Canggu
The Chillhouse
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We always take care of you in your home away from home. That's why we are offering a 100% peace of mind rebooking policy. If guests can’t make their booking because ash temporarily closes the Bali airport, they will be able to change their travel dates for any time within the next 12 months. They must simply contact us one day before the original arrival date and request to rebook. It's that simple!
I stayed over there before and I have a whole blog post about my stay at the Chillhouse. It might be worth a read!
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The Surf Motel
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It’s all in the detailsπΈ Tropical minimal▪️
Browse availability!
Mondo Surf Village
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Treat your eyes and soul with the greenery of Mondo's Tropical garden.π΄π³π²πΈ: @jadeandjoe
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Yoga Retreats in Canggu
Another great reason to visit Canggu is definitely the options in terms of yoga! You can practice yoga and per per session or you can go all-in with a yoga retreat. Here are a couple of options you could consider.
The Chillhouse
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It is not happy people who are thankful. It is thankful people who are happy. Where do you go to find your thanks? πΈ @exhaleyogaretreats
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Mondo Surf Village
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No wonder if @beautyfull.life.muc was addicted to Mondo Surf & Lifestyle’s activities. We bring the calmness of Yoga with the excitement of Surfing every morning.
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Where to hang out in Canggu | Best restaurants & CafΓ©s in Canggu
Staying in Canggu also means you’re going to have a huge range of restaurants to pick from. There are many cafΓ©s and cool spots where to hang out! As I’ve been living here for quite a while, I ended up trying many places and here are some of my favorites so far!
Two Trees Eatery – Easygoing Caffeine Dose
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We open at 7am and like to think we serve one of the best breakfast in town. See you tomorrow! #tlpicks #eatfamous #gastroart #forkyeah #chefstalk #wanderlust #urbanlisted #eeeeeats #bbctravel #foodgasm #goodeats #chefsofinstagram #beautifulcuisines #foodstarz #beautifulmatters #yahoofood #bestvacations #foodnation #balilife #thebalibible #huffposttaste #foodiechats #foodpics #balifoodies #gastronomy
Creamery – The Best Ice Cream
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• Sunday Sundaes • #treatyoself to a lil’ icy goodness today! 2 for 1 Decadent Creations until 3PM, enjoy! ππ¦ PC: @romaodintsow πΈ
Taco Casa – For your Mexican dose
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"Life is full of colours. Live a colourful life". Pic #repost @erlina_lena #foodforthesoul #inspirationalquotes
Milk and Madu – For your cheesy cravings
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YUM SUNDAYS in @milkandmadu Ubud + Canggu! π₯ππ 2 for 1 PIZZAS all night and live music! How cool is that?ππ½ Choose all your faves TIMES TWO!π It’s 2 FOR 1 PIZZA 5 pm ‘til the last slice! ππ Bring the kids and the whole fam for a proper sundown sesh! πππ If you love live music, KACIR gets you rockin’ from 6 to 9 pmπ₯ Meanwhile, MARIO keeps the flow in Ubud with good acoustic beats 6 to 9 pm ⚡️ Ready for some fun? PS. for DINE IN only π πΈ: @baliinteriors x @goodfoodbrotherhood
Black’N’White – The best spot on Batu Bolong Beach
This one isn’t on the map as it’s basically a restaurant directly on the beach. To get there, the easiest option is to get to the beach from Old Man’s Restaurant. As soon as you go down the stairs head left and walk around five minutes. You’ll see that this restaurant is a lot bigger than the others. There are sun chairs and bean bags as well as proper tables to eat in the shade.
Hungry Birds – Affordable breakfast and BEST coffee in Canggu
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Thanks for the write-up ❤️ #Repost @brittsworld_ ・・・ Daily coffee dose ✅ – Read my blog to find out more about the best coffee in Canggu ☕π΄ (link in bio) __________________________________________________ #hungrybird #hungrybirdcanggu #canggu #bali #indonesia #coffee #foodblog #travel #healthy #healthylifestyle #bestcoffee
DKM Dapoer Kismanika – Best local restaurant
Imagine eating for INR 10 000 or as little as INR 15 000. DKM is the best local food I found around Canggu especially considering their very cheap prices. It’s hard to spot on the road as it’s a busy one, but you can now find them on GoogleMap.
District or the Outpost – Best Co-Working Environment
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This delicious bowl can be found at C’Ugh, the newest kid on the block in Canggu. More than just a cafe, this restaurant/co working space boasts a wonderful menu free of sugar and the restaurant itself is free of plastic. With menu options like this Acai Bowl and beautiful views over the rice paddies, we are expecting big things from C’Ugh!
Where to go out in Canggu | Best Bars in Canggu
Old Man’s Restaurant
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. Canggu morning ritual. ✖️TAG someone to meet you here✖️ . ππΌπ¦π»☀️π΄. . πΈ @ms.pinkflamingos
The best resto-bar in town is definitely Old Man’s Restaurant. Happy hours are from 5pm to 6pm where you can get two drinks for the price of one! And the best things is… it happens every day! Every night, you’ll meet a bunch of people, expats, travelers and locals hanging out at Old Man’s. They are well known for their Dirty Old Man Wednesday, which is their best night of the week! Of course, every single night, something is happening there, whether it’s a live band, or just any other night, you’re guaranteed to meet new friends and to have a great evening!
The Lawn
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Grab a prime position with us today. Open from 11am π π΄ππ»π΄ #thelawncanggu #wherefriendsmeet via @thebaliadvisor
This is where you want to go for one of these beautiful sunsets! They always organize great parties especially on days like New Year’s Eve or Halloween and it’s definitely one of the top picks where to hang out in Canggu!
Getting your essentials in Canggu | SIM cards, useful apps, laundry & motorbike rentals
Getting a SIM card in Canggu, Bali
If you’re sticking around Bali for a while, you might want to get a SIM card. I found very decent prices at Happy Cell, where you can get SIM cards from different providers such as XL (the cheapest option) or Tekomsel (best signal around Bali). To give you a rough idea, you can expect to pay around IDR 27 000 for 4 GB and IDR 57 000 for 15 GB. Buying a SIM card at Denpasar Airport would be a lot more expensive, but handy of course.
From now on, it seems that everybody has to register their SIM cards within 15 days after their purchase. You can either find a local friend to help you register via SMS, or simply go to one of the provider’s stores, which is likely located in Kuta.
Useful Apps in Bali | Getting to Canggu from the airport
My favorite app in Bali is Go-Jek, which is a go-to for everything you could possibly need; a motorbike ride, a car ride, a massage or even food delivery. There’s a lot more available, so you should definitely check it out!
Another good alternative would be Grab, but I found Go-Jek to be a lot cheaper unless you’re seeking a longer motorbike drive that is more than 25KM.
When you’re getting out of the airport, the cheapest option to get to Canggu is by Go-Jek. If you only have a backpack, you can order a motorbike and if your backpack or suitcase is too heavy, you should go for the car ride.
They can’t pick up you directly at the airport, but you can walk to the motorbike parking lot, where you can find all the driver for Go-Jek and Grab. If you don’t have any data yet, I’d recommend you head there and you negotiate a fair deal to get to Canggu. The normal price is around IDR 29 000 to get to Berawa Road. When I don’t use the app, I normally get a rate for IDR 35 000. To get Wi-Fi, you can sometimes get it at the airport, but it’s not always working. If not, head to the Cocomart (away from the taxi drivers) and get the Wi-Fi there.
To reach that parking lot, you should head straight as soon as you leave the airport. At some point, you’ll have to go left. And then, you’ll see motorbikes around wearing green jackets.
Also, you should note that the ATM is on the third floor (departures). Personally, my cards don’t work there, so make sure you have some currency prior to your trip or ask the driver to bring you to another ATM.
Laundry in Canggu
The cheapest option I found so far is Merry Laundry located on Berawa’s road. MAPPPP It’s normally ready in the afternoon on the next day.
Motorbike & scooter rentals in Canggu
I do not trust all rental companies, so I always go for the same guy at Sinar Mart located on Berawa’s road. You can rent a scooter for IDR 50 000 per day, or get a weekly discount as well as a monthly discount. A monthly rate should be IDR 700 000 for a normal scooter or IDR 800 000 for a Scoopy scooter.
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BEFORE YOU GO TO BALI
☑ Book your flight: If your flight isn’t booked yet – check out the flights on Skyscanner or via Google Flights. My top saving tip is flexibility. If you’re flexible, you should be able to find a cheaper flight.
☑ Book your accommodation: I always use Airbnb and Booking.com. If you’d rather stay in a hostel, you should take a look at the options on Hostelworld. If you click on the Airbnb link and you don’t have an account yet – you’ll get a $30 discount on your first booking.
☑ Protect your cute face: Oh, you may want to protect your cute face with a travel medical insurance. I would suggest SafetyWing as they offer the best rates, especially for long-term travelers. Otherwise, you can also take a look at World Nomads.
☑ Pack the essentials: You can consult this list when it’s time to pack your bag! Do not leave without a universal charger, a power bank and your passport!
☑ Do you need a visa? If you aren’t sure if you need a visa, it would be a smart idea to take a quick look before you go. You can use iVisa – it’s super useful and easy to use.
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