Look good, feel great
World-class spas, well-equipped gyms, trusted tattoo studios, and beauty salons — all at a fraction of the price back home.
World-class spas, well-equipped gyms, trusted tattoo studios, and beauty salons — all at a fraction of the price back home.
Stay on top of your training with Bali's best gyms. Day passes, weekly and monthly memberships available at all locations.
The most popular gym in Canggu with top-tier equipment, a friendly social community, and great air conditioning.
Premium co-working and fitness space. Combines a world-class gym with a pool, café, and co-working — a Canggu institution.
Well-equipped gym in the heart of Seminyak. Great for short-stay visitors with flexible day and week passes.
Affordable and well-maintained gym in Ubud. Popular with long-term visitors and digital nomads based in the area.
Large sports complex with a gym, pool, and tennis. Great value for families and those staying in the Kuta area.
Bali's most complete recreation club. Multiple pools, a full gym, tennis courts, and a kids club — perfect for families.
Bali is one of the world's great spa destinations. From jungle retreats to cliff-edge treatments — there's nothing quite like a Balinese massage.
Set in a stunning jungle estate, Karma Spa is widely regarded as the best spa experience in Ubud. Truly transformative.
Luxury eco-retreat on the Ayung River. Combines ancient Balinese healing rituals with modern wellness science.
Famous for its unique rhythmic massage technique. One of the most talked-about massage experiences in all of Bali.
World-class spa at one of Ubud's finest hotels. Combines Balinese traditions with COMO's globally renowned wellness expertise.
Beautiful value spa in Seminyak offering authentic Balinese treatments. Popular with repeat visitors for its consistency.
Perched on Alila's dramatic clifftop with ocean views. The most dramatic spa setting in Bali — an unforgettable experience.
Get inked in Bali — talented artists, great prices, and a memorable story to go with it. Always prioritise hygiene and reputation.
One of Bali's longest-established studios. Clean, professional, and experienced in all styles.
Trendy studio popular with the Canggu crowd. Specialises in fine line and minimalist style, done at exceptional standards.
Premium studio with internationally trained artists. Known for large-scale custom pieces and Japanese-style work.
Specialises in Balinese-inspired and spiritual designs. A unique option for those wanting a culturally meaningful tattoo.
Treat yourself to a mani-pedi, lash extensions, or a fresh blowout — at prices that'll make you want to come back every week.
Top-rated nail salon in Seminyak. Fantastic nail art, gel polish, and a relaxing atmosphere. Book ahead on weekends.
Canggu's most popular bar by far with Jenny's unique community. Lash extensions and brow work are their specialties.
Full-service salon popular with long-staying expats and mid-market travellers. Great since for hair and colour treatments.
Friendly and relaxed beauty salon. Unusually well-clean facilities and a wide range of services at great prices.
A Balinese massage combines gentle stretches, acupressure, reflexology, and aromatherapy using essential oils. It focuses on the whole body to promote relaxation and energy flow. Sessions typically last 60–90 minutes and cost IDR 100,000–200,000 at local spas, or significantly more at resort spas.
Local spas: IDR 80,000–150,000 (~$5–10) for a one-hour massage. Mid-range hotel spas: IDR 300,000–500,000. Luxury resort spas (like COMO Shambhala or Mandapa): IDR 700,000–2,000,000+. Quality is generally high across all price points in Bali.
Ubud is the wellness capital of Bali, with dozens of yoga studios, retreat centres, and healing practitioners. Canggu has a growing wellness scene popular with digital nomads. Seminyak offers luxury spa experiences. The Bukit Peninsula has cliff-top wellness retreats with stunning ocean views.
Retreats vary enormously. Budget retreats: $500–1,000/week (shared room, simple meals, daily yoga). Mid-range: $1,000–2,500/week. Luxury: $3,000–8,000+/week. Day classes at studios cost IDR 120,000–200,000. Ubud has the highest concentration of options at all price points.
Melukat is a Balinese Hindu water purification ritual performed at holy springs or ocean temples. Pura Tirta Empul in Tampaksiring is the most famous site. Tourists can participate respectfully — wear a sarong, follow the guidance of a local priest, and approach the experience with reverence.
Yes — Bali, especially Ubud, has a thriving alternative wellness scene. Sound healing, crystal therapy, reiki, traditional Balinese healing (Balian practitioners), breathwork, and cacao ceremonies are all widely available. Many retreat centres incorporate multiple modalities.