Sanur Travel Guide

Denpasar

Sanur
Sanur Beach featuring tropical scenes, boating and a sandy beach
Sanur Beach showing a beach
Sanur
Sanur Beach which includes tropical scenes, a sandy beach and boating

Swim in the calm waters, sun yourself on the beach and explore intriguing cultural attractions when you visit Bali’s oldest resort. 

Spend some time in tranquil Sanur and slip into a more relaxed frame of mind. Indulge yourself with luxurious spa treatments or spend long afternoons lying on the beach. Stroll around the colourful markets or ride your bike along the seafront. Don’t miss the galleries, which keep alive Sanur’s proud tradition of being an artists’ haven. 

Located on Bali’s east coast, 9 miles (14 kilometres) north of Kuta, Sanur is known as a quieter, family-friendly alternative to the bustle of the Bukit Peninsula. With its white sand beach and calm waters, Sanur has been a favourite with visitors for decades and was Bali’s first resort. 

Explore the town and discover many fascinating cultural attractions. Visit the Pura Blanjong Temple and look out for the large inscription on the stone pillar. Visit Le Mayeur Museum, the home and studio of expatriate Belgian impressionist painter Adrien-Jean Le Mayeur. Learn about his life and see examples of his work and his collection of Balinese art. Other attractions include the Mangrove Information Centre, set in a 1500-acre (600-hectare) mangrove forest and the conservation centre at Turtle Island, 1.8 miles (3 kilometres) south. 

If you enjoy watersports, you can choose between surfing, diving, snorkeling and more. Otherwise, find a warm spot on the 3-mile (5-kilometre) beach and enjoy an afternoon dozing in the sun. End your day in one of Sanur’s many restaurants or head to the Night Market, which serves a range of tasty local food. 

If you’re here in July, don’t miss the International Kite Festival when hundreds of kites as large as 30 foot (10 metres) fill the skies above Padang Galak beach. 

The year-round warm climate makes Sanur a great place to visit in any season, although December through February is the wet season and tends to be quieter. Sanur is connected to most places in Bali by excellent transport links, making it an easy place to escape to for some serious relaxation.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Sanur

Hyatt Regency Bali

Hyatt Regency Bali

5 out of 5
Jl Danau Tamblingan 89, Denpasar, Bali
The price is Rp2.771.769 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.771.769
Rp3.353.841 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Denpasar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (792 reviews)
"A true 5 star property , best resort I've ever stayed at in Bali."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Bali
The Meru Sanur

The Meru Sanur

5 out of 5
Jalan Inna Grand Bali Beach, Desa/Kelurahan Sanur, Denpasar, Bali
The price is Rp7.223.305 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp7.223.305
Rp8.740.200 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Denpasar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sanur Beach and Bali Beach Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"Excellent room, food was fantastic, staff were delightful."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Meru Sanur
Grand Palace Hotel Sanur - Bali

Grand Palace Hotel Sanur - Bali

4 out of 5
Jl Bypass Ngurah Rai No 165, Sanur, Denpasar
The price is Rp692.149 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp692.149
Rp837.500 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Denpasar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (616 reviews)
"The property is well maintained very clean, rooms are good size, beautiful atmosphere and a lovely setting, staff are welcoming, friendly and very helpful. We really enjoyed our time here"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Grand Palace Hotel Sanur - Bali
ANDAZ BALI, BY HYATT

ANDAZ BALI, BY HYATT

5 out of 5
Jalan Danau Tamblingan 89a, Denpasar, Bali
The price is Rp3.933.600 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp3.933.600
Rp4.759.656 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Denpasar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (202 reviews)
"Customer.service was top notch."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

ANDAZ BALI, BY HYATT
Bali Beach Hotel

Bali Beach Hotel

5 out of 5
Jl. Hang Tuah, Jl. Inna Grand Bali Beach, Desa Kelurahan Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Denpasar, Bali
The price is Rp4.673.980 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp4.673.980
Rp5.655.516 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Denpasar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sanur Beach and Bali Beach Golf Course are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews)
"The lovely staff are amazing."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Bali Beach Hotel
Prama Sanur Beach Bali

Prama Sanur Beach Bali

4.5 out of 5
JL Cemara Sanur, Denpasar, Bali
The price is Rp1.626.446 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
Rp1.626.446
Rp1.968.000 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Denpasar. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a beach locale and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Beautiful property and grounds. Backs onto the beach, making it easy to walk up and down Sanur."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Prama Sanur Beach Bali
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Sanur

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Renon

Though Renon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sanur Beach and Bajra Sandhi Monument.

Renon
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Teuku Umar

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Teuku Umar is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Level 21 Mall and Diponegoro.

Teuku Umar
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Dangin Puri Kauh

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Dangin Puri Kauh, Catur Muka Statue and Monument of Puputan Badung are top sights worth seeing.

Dangin Puri Kauh
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Monang Maning

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Monang Maning. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Badung Market and Level 21 Mall are a few top sights nearby.

Monang Maning
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Imam Bonjol

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Imam Bonjol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trans Studio Mall and Kampung Arab.

Imam Bonjol
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Mahendradatta

The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Mahendradatta. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Badung Market and Sunset Point Shopping Centre are a few top places to visit.

Mahendradatta


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