The Swastika Bungalows -- named after the ancient Hindu symbol for goodness -- provide a simple budget escape amid lovely garden grounds right in the middle of Sanur. Is it the most stylish place in town? No. But with three pools and only 106 rooms' worth of guests, it ticks the boxes for unfussy travelers. Traditional Balinese entertainment is offered in July and August, but otherwise the hotel stays fairly quiet. All rooms include either fans or air-conditioning, plus flat-screen TVs and electric kettles. The terraces or balconies, which overlook the hotel's beautiful gardens, are an additional highlight, though they're not entirely private. Travelers who don't mind being farther from the beach might opt for the Taksu Sanur instead, where there's a bit more energy and rooms are more modern.
The Swastika Bungalows -- named after the ancient Hindu symbol for goodness -- provide a simple budget escape amid lovely garden grounds right in the middle of Sanur. Is it the most stylish place in town? No. But with three pools and only 106 rooms' worth of guests, it ticks the boxes for unfussy travelers. Traditional Balinese entertainment is offered in July and August, but otherwise the hotel stays fairly quiet. All rooms include either fans or air-conditioning, plus flat-screen TVs and electric kettles. The terraces or balconies, which overlook the hotel's beautiful gardens, are an additional highlight, though they're not entirely private. Travelers who don't mind being farther from the beach might opt for the Taksu Sanur instead, where there's a bit more energy and rooms are more modern.
With 199 rooms and a prime beachfront setting, Puri Santrian feels like a city unto itself within southern Sanur. This three-and-a-half-pearl option is perpetually bustling, and combines modern style with traditional details. Unfortunately, sometimes that doesn't add up. Rooms range from tired and worn to fresh and contemporary, though all include flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and balconies or terraces. Wi-Fi is free, but requires repeated logging in. There are four pools, all of which are busy with guests throughout the day, and the beach here is one of the nicer in this part of town. Dining gets solid points, and tables overlooking the sea are prime real estate around sunset. As an alternative, travelers with bigger budgets who want a more thoroughly polished hotel should consider the Maya Sanur.
With 199 rooms and a prime beachfront setting, Puri Santrian feels like a city unto itself within southern Sanur. This three-and-a-half-pearl option is perpetually bustling, and combines modern style with traditional details. Unfortunately, sometimes that doesn't add up. Rooms range from tired and worn to fresh and contemporary, though all include flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and balconies or terraces. Wi-Fi is free, but requires repeated logging in. There are four pools, all of which are busy with guests throughout the day, and the beach here is one of the nicer in this part of town. Dining gets solid points, and tables overlooking the sea are prime real estate around sunset. As an alternative, travelers with bigger budgets who want a more thoroughly polished hotel should consider the Maya Sanur.
The Puri Maharani is a fine three-pearl option for travelers who don't mind a commute in exchange for low rates. It sits on a busy highway, a 10- to 15-minute drive from central Sanur, and the hotel offers a free shuttle to the beach. The lovely garden grounds include a pool, a tiny spa, a lovely reading area, and an international restaurant. Its 20 rooms are simple and pleasant, equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free, but spotty, Wi-Fi. Note that some bathrooms have walls that don't reach the ceilings or feature low-mounted handheld showerheads that are inconvenient. Rates right in town won't be this low, but if beach access is a must, you can try your luck at Inna Grand Beach Bali, though it's far less attractive -- consider yourself warned.
The Puri Maharani is a fine three-pearl option for travelers who don't mind a commute in exchange for low rates. It sits on a busy highway, a 10- to 15-minute drive from central Sanur, and the hotel offers a free shuttle to the beach. The lovely garden grounds include a pool, a tiny spa, a lovely reading area, and an international restaurant. Its 20 rooms are simple and pleasant, equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free, but spotty, Wi-Fi. Note that some bathrooms have walls that don't reach the ceilings or feature low-mounted handheld showerheads that are inconvenient. Rates right in town won't be this low, but if beach access is a must, you can try your luck at Inna Grand Beach Bali, though it's far less attractive -- consider yourself warned.
