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 featuring a park, a pond and a luxury hotel or resort

Ubud City-Centre

4.5/5(284 area reviews)

Ubud City-Centre is known for its spectacular forests, and you can see some 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(39 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(136 area reviews)

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

BTDC
Petitenget Temple which includes a temple or place of worship

Petitenget

Petitenget is a destination visitors seek out for is 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 neighborhood.

Petitenget
On arrival of fishing boat

Jimbaran Bay

4/5(65 area reviews)

Jimbaran Bay is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Jimbaran Beach and Samasta Lifestyle Village.

Jimbaran Bay
Ayodya Resort Bali

Ayodya Resort Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Mengiat Nusa Dua Bali
The price is ¥14,097 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
¥14,097
¥17,327 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nusa Dua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent Resort and great location

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Ayodya Resort Bali
Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG

4 out of 5
Jalan Wana Segara 33a Kuta Bali
The price is ¥7,320 per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
¥7,320
¥8,857 total
Mar 21 - Mar 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (677 reviews)
I did not have a beach view this trip but was not disappointed. This hotel a gem. I love it here, mostly because of the excellent staff and Management.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 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
The price is ¥19,564 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
¥19,564
¥23,823 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
Hard Rock Hotel 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.
Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

4.5 out of 5
Jalan Kunti 118X Seminyak Bali
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Seminyak. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Impiana Private Villas Seminyak
Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort

Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort

4 out of 5
Jalan Pemelisan Agung, Tibubeneng Canggu
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Canggu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (191 reviews)
Hotel is superbly located: 2 mins from Berawa beach. If you want to explore Berawa, the free Finns/ Grab loop shutttle runs right in front of the hotel and takes you. Changgu beach is 7 mins grab ride away. Other than that, hotel is clean, check in is smooth and love that housekeping checks in at ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort
Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Jl, Suweta, Bentuyung Ubud Ubud Bali
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ubud Palace and Ubud Traditional Art ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
The staff members are very kind and nice. Breakfast was wonderful. However, the room smelt bad with humility and is full of mosquitos. I had to ask for a plug-in repellent. The laundry came back clean but with a strong unpleasant sent of detergent. The spa was disappointing - not a bad price but ...

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa
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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