Akaya Bali

Located in the heart of Sanur, Akaya Bali blends modern comfort with a relaxed island vibe. This boutique hotel features stylish rooms, a tranquil pool, and an on-site café, all just steps from Sanur’s sandy beaches. Its eco-conscious design and prime location make it an ideal base for exploring Bali.

How To Get There

Fly into I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) from major hubs worldwide. From the airport, take ground transportation to Akaya Bali in Sanur, approximately 35-45 minutes.

Dive Overview

Explore Bali's best dive sites and discover why scuba divers flock to Bali every year. Dive into the thrilling currents and look for molas at nearby Nusa Lembongan and witness majestic manta rays at Nusa Penida. Search the black sand for bucket list macro life in Amed and Tulamben. Head off the beaten path to Candidasa, known for its currents and occasional sightings of molas and sharks.

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Accommodation Overview

Akaya Bali Sanur Beach features 18 comfortable and modern rooms, 16 surrounding the pool in the courtyard and 2 family rooms. Each room in Akaya Bali is equipped with air conditioning, ensuite with hot and cold water, satellite TV, telephone, safe, and free WIFI. Finishing touches include a mini bar and coffee and tea-making facilities.

Food & Drinks

Tantalize your tastebuds at Cafe Akaya, with both outdoor seating and an air-conditioned indoor dining area. Breakfast is included and consists of a choice of continental, healthy options, or full breakfast. Choose from a variety of delicious healthy menu items for lunch, snacks, and dinner. Enjoy a selection of coffees, cakes, and beers while you people-watch or recount the day's unforgettable activities.

Dive Information

Trust one of Bali's top dive centers, All 4 Diving, to take you on unforgettable day trips to some of the best dive sites in Bali. The islands of Nusa Ceningan, Nusa Lembongan, and Nusa Penida are a short (40-minute) speedboat ride from Sanur and are renowned for strong currents, beautiful reefs, resident manta rays, and seasonal mola mola (sunfish) sightings. Nearby on the east coast, Padang Bai and Candidasa boast reefs, gentle sandy bottoms, walls, and a variety of marine life.

Head further afoot to explore the famous USAT Liberty shipwreck off the rocky shores of Tulamben. Other dive sites along the northeast coast include several renowned macro sites, gorgeous coral reefs, and exciting blue water dives. Most dive sites in the area are suitable for all experience levels and some offer excellent snorkeling opportunities. For those willing to trade off a long day in the car for some truly sensational coral walls, Menjangan Island off the northwest coast is not to be missed.

Dive Center Overview

Located directly in front of Akaya Bali, All 4 Diving will take care of all your scuba diving needs. This well-established dive center and retail shop has been a fixture in Sanur since 2011 and offers a range of recreational scuba diving experiences and courses.

Safety is paramount at All 4 Diving. A fiberglass dive boat equipped with all safety gear takes divers and snorkelers to the sites around Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan. All divers visiting these sites are provided with free use of a Nautilus LifeLine Marine GPS unit, dive computer, SMB, and storm whistle. On trips by road to other areas in Bali, emergency oxygen, first aid kits, and spare equipment are always on hand.

All 4 Diving provides regularly serviced Aqua Lung rental equipment. 12-liter aluminum cylinders are standard, with 15-liter cylinders and Nitrox available at an additional charge. Its full retail shop offers major brands, including Aqua Lung, Suunto, Mares, Scubapro, and more.

Dive Center Facilities

• Nitrox available ($)
• Boat (for Nusa Penida/Lembongan trips)
• Rental equipment included
• Freshwater rinse tanks

Practical Information

• Local Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
• Electricity: 230 volts & 50 Hz
• Time zone: UTC+8
• Languages: Balinese & Indonesian, with English spoken by many
• Accept Credit Cards?: Cash, Credit Card, Debit