Lesser Sunda Islands

Travel Guide

A beautiful and healthy coral reef surrounds a volcanic island off the coast of Flores, Indonesia. This area, in the Lesser Sunda Islands, is known for its high marine biodiversity.
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Probably the highlight of our Ubud weekend was visiting Goa Gajah, just outside of city center. There’s a small cost to enter, but worth every rupiah. It’s called “Elephant Cave”, for good reason, the carvings and sculptures are something to see! The cave itself is tiny, and rather anti-climatic. The bathing pools aren’t ideal for swimming, but make for some cool photos. The most incredible part of Goa Gajah is the hike to the waterfall. Some may even miss it, because it’s obscurely marked with signs for a Buddhist temple. It's about a 30 minute hike on narrow trails through lush greenery.
These astonishing temples carved in both side of the gulch cliffs are separated by a river and small bridge.  There are stairs and pathways to the waterfalls and river. This sacred area has great views as your hiking down and up. Stopping for a few breaks is also a good reason to take pictures of the rice fields and lush greenery!
Dreamland Beach (now known as New Kuta Beach) is a beach located on the Bukit peninsula, on the island of Bali, Indonesia.

While now Kuta beach is so crowded and 'not-so-natural' beach due to its popularity, this New Kuta Beach looked so-empty-beach compared to the 'original' one.

This is Bali, and Bali is so much fun!

Where to stay in Lesser Sunda Islands

Sanur Beach featuring a beach

Sanur

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Sanur. Make a stop by Sanur Beach or Sanur Night Market while you're exploring the area.

Sanur
Museum Puri Lukisan showing a pond, a luxury hotel or resort and a park

Ubud City-Centre

4.5/5(98 area reviews)

Ubud City-Centre is beloved for its spectacular forests. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ubud Traditional Art Market and Pura Dalem Ubud.

Ubud City-Centre
Beautiful aerial view of Seminyak, Bali!
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North Legian

4/5(14 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to North Legian. A stop by Legian Beach or Seminyak Beach might round out your trip.

North Legian
I took this photo in Seminyak where we were staying......... It's a passion fruit flower being pollinated by a bee.

BTDC

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

Travellers to BTDC praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bali Collection Shopping Centre and Nusa Dua Beach.

BTDC
Seminyak Square showing shopping, markets and street scenes

Laksmana

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

The lively bars and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Laksmana. A stop by Seminyak Beach or Eat Street might round out your trip.

Laksmana
Petitenget Temple which includes a temple or place of worship

Petitenget

Petitenget is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and relaxing spas. You might want to check out attractions like Seminyak Beach or TAKSU Bali Gallery while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Petitenget
Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG

4 out of 5
Jalan Wana Segara 33a Kuta Bali
Stay at this spa hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (686 reviews)
The best part of staying at the “express” is that the resort is right next door and we could go to the amazing spa and restaurant and consult the concierge. It felt like a very safe clean hotel at a very reasonable price near everything you could want.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG
Hard Rock Hotel Bali

Hard Rock Hotel Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Banjar Pande Mas Kuta Bali
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Honestly the only good thing about Hard Rock is the pool area. Kids loved that as they would any pool. The rest is outdated. The entire set up and trek to get to breakfast/pool/outside is a mission in itself. Do not rate the place for the money spent

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Bali
Courtyard By Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort

Courtyard By Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort

5 out of 5
Jalan Camplung Tanduk No 103 Sp Seminyak Bali
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The price is HK$787 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
HK$787
HK$952 total
24 Apr - 25 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Seminyak. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Everything was available at the resort or at the doorstep. Didn’t want to leave

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Courtyard By Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort
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.
Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

4.5 out of 5
Jalan Kunti 118X Seminyak Bali
Stay at this luxury villa in Seminyak. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (195 reviews)
Beautiful property and wonderful staff. We felt very safe and well taken care of. The private villas were a dream come true 🙂 so many local restaurants, shops and stores close by but still very quiet.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Impiana Private Villas Seminyak
Private Jet Villa

Private Jet Villa

5 out of 5
Jl. Pantai Nyang-Nyang, Uluwatu Pecatu Bali
Stay at this luxury villa in Pecatu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Uluwatu Cliffs and Padang Padang Beach are located ...
Private Jet Villa
Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort

Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort

4 out of 5
Jalan Pemelisan Agung, Tibubeneng Canggu
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Canggu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
The hotel is minute away from the beach. The room was clean. It had food options. The food was good. The staff was excellent. Very professional, kind, nice and helpful.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort
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.

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