Kerobokan
Stay in Kerobokan when you want a base close to Seminyak, Canggu and Denpasar, with a night market at its main intersection.
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Kerobokan is an administrative village (kelurahan) in North Kuta district, Badung Regency, on the island of Bali, Indonesia. It is boxed in by the Seminyak and Oberoi area, the Umalas and Canggu area and Denpasar, so it works as a practical base for reaching all three. Its main draw is location: it suits travelers who want Seminyak's restaurants and Canggu's surf breaks and cafes within reach.
Kerobokan Prison, a large correctional facility, is located in the village, so check its position against your route before you choose a street to stay on. The main intersection, known as Lio Square, hosts a night market selling local foods and other products. Bali's dry season, roughly April to October, suits beach days best. Arrange a driver or taxi for trips to the other areas, since they sit outside the village.
Kerobokan in five
- Book a villa with a pool, and ask about the laneMany villas in Kerobokan are down narrow lanes, so a car or scooter is essential. Check the road width, how far the nearest restaurants are and whether the owner offers a driver.
- Pick Batu Belig, Petitenget or UmalasBatu Belig and Petitenget are nearest the beach and the restaurant strip; Umalas is inland among rice fields and quieter. Choose by whether you want sand at the end of the lane or space and silence.
- Swim with care at the beachSurf beaches here have rip currents. Swim between the flags where lifeguards are posted, and ask the villa which stretch is safe, especially with children.Kuta and Legian
- Confirm ride-hailing pickup spotsIn some parts of Bali, pickup points for ride-hailing apps are limited by local rules. Confirm where the driver will meet you, and keep a local taxi number or a driver contact for late nights.
- Spend a night in the north or eastA week in the villa belt is easy to enjoy, but Bali's quieter coast is a three-hour drive away. Consider two nights in Lovina or Ubud after your villa stay.Lovina
Need to know
- Airport
- Ngurah Rai (DPS), about 30–60 min by road, more in traffic
- Getting there
- Pre-booked transfer, taxi or ride-hailing from the airport
- Getting around
- Scooter, car with driver and ride apps; few sidewalks
- Best base
- Batu Belig or Petitenget for the beach; Umalas for quiet
- Time needed
- 3–7 days as a villa base
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryRain28 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet, humidJanuaryRain
Poor
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 316 mm
- Rainy days
- 28
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, humid
- FebruaryRain26 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°WetFebruaryRain
Poor
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 323 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet
- MarchRain26 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°ShowersMarchRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 214 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Showers
- AprilRain22 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Drying outAprilRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 142 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Drying out
- MayRain18 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Dry, greenMayRain
Good
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 98 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, green
- JuneRain19 rainy daysHigh28°Low25°Dry, coolerJuneRain
Good
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 96 mm
- Rainy days
- 19
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, cooler
- JulyRain15 rainy daysHigh27°Low25°Dry, busyJulyRain
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 69 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, busy
- AugustRain14 rainy daysHigh27°Low24°Peak seasonAugustRain
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 43 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Peak season
- SeptemberRain15 rainy daysHigh27°Low25°Dry, calmerSeptemberRain
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 70 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, calmer
- OctoberRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low25°Warm, dryOctoberRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 106 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, dry
- NovemberRain25 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Rains beginNovemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 232 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rains begin
- DecemberRain26 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet, holidaysDecemberRain
Poor
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 291 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, holidays
Average daily high and low in Kerobokan, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Kerobokan
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
26
- Feels like
- 29°
- Humidity
- 86%
- Wind
- 8 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 97%
Denpasar
04:40 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today30°24°97%Tuesday: Rain. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 97%.
- Wed30°25°89%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 89%.
- Thu31°25°72%Thursday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 72%.
- Fri32°24°53%Friday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 53%.
- Sat31°25°90%Saturday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 90%.
- Sun30°23°94%Sunday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 94%.
Updated 01:49 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 18,144 IDR
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Every year
- MarNyepiBali, a day trip
Day trips by train
- Cangguabout 15–30 min by roadSurf breaks, beach cafés and a younger crowd.Read the guide
- Ubudabout 1–1.5 hours by roadRice terraces, temples and craft villages, best on a driver day.Read the guide
- Uluwatu and the Bukitabout 1–1.5 hours by roadClifftop temples and surf beaches in the south.Read the guide
Before you go to Kerobokan
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Rules for Kerobokan, checked
- Check whether you need a visa on arrival or an e-visa for Indonesia, and the current fees, on the Directorate General of Immigration site (imigrasi.go.id).Source
- Bali charges a tourist levy on foreign visitors. Check how and when to pay on the official Bali provincial tourism channels before you fly.
- Indonesia's drug laws are strict, with heavy penalties. Check the rules on the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs site (kemlu.go.id).Source
- Riding a motorbike requires an International Driving Permit alongside your home licence. Check that your travel insurance covers motorbike riding.
Plan around Kerobokan
The beach town next door
Read the guideCangguSurf, cafés and rice-field lanes
Read the guideKuta and LegianThe airport-side beach towns
Read the guideUbudTemples and terraces inland
Read the guideBali levy and e-VoAEntry costs on the way in
Read the guideAll of IndonesiaEntry, money and where to go next
Read the guideKerobokan FAQ
Is Kerobokan a good place to stay in Bali?
Yes for villa stays, restaurants and quieter lanes close to Seminyak and Canggu. It is less walkable than the beach towns, so plan for a driver or a scooter if you are confident riding.
Kerobokan or Seminyak, which is better?
Seminyak is more walkable, with the beach and shops close together; Kerobokan has more space for the price and quieter lanes. Choose Kerobokan if you want a villa and do not mind a short ride to the beach.
Do you need a car in Kerobokan?
A car with a driver or a scooter helps, because many lanes lack sidewalks and traffic is heavy. Short rides by app work for dinner, but confirm pickup points.
Is there a beach in Kerobokan?
Yes, around Batu Belig and Petitenget, with beach clubs and sunset views. Swimming conditions vary, so ask about currents and swim near lifeguards.
How long is the drive from Kerobokan to the airport?
About 30 to 60 minutes, and longer at rush hour. Leave extra time on departure day and book a transfer in advance.