More about hotels in Tanjung Benoa
Tanjung Benoa is Bali's watersports capital — a narrow peninsula on the island's southeast coast, right next to Nusa Dua. The water here is calmer and shallower than at Bali's surf beaches, which is exactly why operators line the beach with jet skis, parasails, and banana boats instead of surfboards. It's about 10km (15 minutes) from Ngurah Rai International Airport, making it one of the easiest beach areas in Bali to reach.
What is Tanjung Benoa known for?
- Watersports: parasailing, jet-skiing, banana boats, flyboarding, seawalker, and donut rides — this stretch of beach has the widest range of watersports on the island.
- Turtle Island trips: glass-bottom boats run out to a small turtle conservation and education centre just offshore.
- Snorkelling and diving: calmer water than Kuta or Uluwatu makes it a easier spot for beginners.
- A quieter alternative to Kuta/Seminyak: no nightlife strip here — it's a daytime, activity-focused beach.
Where to stay in Tanjung Benoa
- Tanjung Benoa Beachfront: right on the main watersports strip, walk to every operator.
- Towards Nusa Dua: quieter, more upscale resort stretch a short drive south.
Hotel picks in Tanjung Benoa
- Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali: an all-inclusive beachfront resort with its own Thalasso seawater spa and several restaurants, right on the watersports beach.
- Novotel Bali Benoa: a family-friendly beachfront resort a short walk from the watersports operators.
- Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach: a more affordable beachfront option still right on the main strip.
- The Royal Santrian Luxury Beach Villas: private-pool villas for a quieter, more upscale stay away from the daytime activity crowds.
How much is accommodation in Tanjung Benoa?
Budget beachfront hotels are widely available and good value. Mid-range family resorts add pools and multiple dining options, while a handful of private-villa properties offer a more exclusive, higher-end stay. Rates are generally lower than Seminyak or Uluwatu for a comparable beachfront position.Getting to Tanjung Benoa
It's about a 15-minute drive from Ngurah Rai Airport, and a similarly short trip from Nusa Dua or Jimbaran. Bali doesn't have a public transport network to speak of, so arrange an airport transfer or a car with driver — once you're on the strip itself, it's easy to walk between the beach, restaurants, and watersports operators. Ready to plan your trip? Book hotels in Tanjung Benoa with Traveloka, and check flights to Bali to complete your trip.Read more
