Nusa Dua, Bali
Resorts of Nusa Dua, East Bali
If you're looking for adventure and are on a budget, look elsewhere. Nusa Dua is probably the most expensive area in Bali with prices rivaling expensive tropical destinations like Hawaii. Nusa Dua is for those looking to relax and be pampered.
Nusa Dua Resorts
From the Grand Hyatt to the Ayodya, this strip of coastline holds one after another of high-end resorts. You get great service, all the amenities, and great views, but you're gonna pay for it.
Nusa Dua Restaurants
Nusa Dua has plenty of fantastic restaurants. We're always looking for the best bebek betutu (whole duck marinated in local spices and slowly cooked in banana leaves) and finally found the best on the island. We think Raja's at the Nusa Dua Beach Hotel serves the best duck. It was delicious. We also like that they made some fresh sambal at the table for us. This is their signature dish and should be ordered ahead of time.
Nusa Dua Entertainment
The closest thing you'll find to entertainment is the daily torch lighting ceremony held at certain resorts or a lounge singer here and there. This area wasn't built for a party but more for lounging and pampering.
Nusa Dua Beaches
One of the big pluses of staying in Nusa Dua is the quality and atmosphere at the beach. The sand is regularly groomed and trash is picked up. Sadly, many beaches in Bali have trash on them. (The local people haven't quite figured out that plastic doesn't biodegrade.)
Also, local vendors are not permitted to solicite without your interest. You'll notice that they have numbers on their hats. They have special rules in this area and are required to share profits with the hotels. We mention this because at many other beaches you'll be barraged with vendors shoving sarongs and shirts in your face. They only approach if you show interest. A nice perk.
Nusa Dua Surfing
There are a handful of fun waves over here, but they're usually found in the off-season, being that it's on the East side of the Bukit.