I just stayed in Bali for a month and I visited all the happening nightclubs and bars from Kuta to Canggu.

The venues I chose on this list are the busiest and most happening spots for partying. They are not ranked in a particular order as each of them targets a different crowd.

You can also read 10 Best Nightclubs to Meet Girls in Bali and Bali Nightlife: Where to Party?

Please feel free to comment if I forgot an important nightclub!

How to stay up to date on Bali nightlife?
Bali nightlife evolves constantly. To stay up to date on the latest openings and events, I follow several Instagram accounts such as Beat MagazineThe CanggupediaBali RadarBali ChroniclesWhat's New Bali and Bali Event Promoters. Check also Bali Night Clubs on Facebook.

A benefit of these accounts is that they advertise promotions and deals, such as ladies' nights and happy hours. They might also be able to get you free entrances to clubs, especially if you are a woman. Just send them a message and ask if they have any "guest list" available.

I also follow the accounts of Disko Afrika, Who's Your Daddy and PNNY. They organize some of the best parties on the island.

Best Hotels Near Bali Nightclubs
It's better to choose a hotel near a nightclub. You'll avoid 4 things: Drunk motorbike accidents, bag snatchers, traffic jams, and crooked taxi drivers.

Here are some highly-rated and affordable hotels that are within walking distance from nightclubs:

→ For Kuta nightlife: Harper Kuta (US$40/night)
→ For Seminyak nightlife: IZE (US$55/night) or U Paasha (US$80/night)
→ For Canggu nightlife: Aston Beach Resort (US$40/night)

Best Nightclubs in Bali

Atlas Super Club: Biggest club in Bali
Where is it?
Canggu, Jalan Berawa

Who goes there?
Mostly upper-class Indonesians, with also fair share of foreigners

Description:
Atlas Super Club is built like a warehouse: one huge rectangle room with brown bricks on the walls and a high ceiling.

It is decorated in an industrial style, with the upper part above the mezzanine made to resemble the inside of a clock. Despite this retro design, it has a modern and impressive sound and lighting system, probably one of the best in Bali and on par with what you could find in the best nightclubs in the world.

Mostly, the DJs play EDM and all the latest bangers. They also have famous international DJs about once or twice a month, such as Timmy Trumpet, Steve Aoki, Blasterjaxx, Krewella, etc.

On average, the entrance fee is IDR 150,000, but some weeknights are free while others can cost up to IDR300,000. Do check their Instagram before heading there to know about their latest events and promos.

Naturally, you can also book a sofa or a table if you spend at least 5 million for 8 people (on the second floor). This is the best option to avoid being squeezed with the rest of the crowd.

Shishi (Seminyak)
Where is it?
Petitenget, near Potato Head and Red Ruby

Who goes there?
Foreigners and Indonesians, lots of single people.

Description:
Certainly the most crowded nightclub in Bali at the moment, it has 3 floors, with different DJs that play mostly Top 40, R'n'B, EDM, and Latin hits. They have a busy ladies' night on Wednesday where girls get free drinks and food while guys have to pay a first drink charge of IDR 150k. There are many prostitutes among the girls, though. Minimum spend to get a high table for 4 persons is IDR 2,5 millions.

Why should I avoid it?
More expensive than elsewhere. Too many people are smoking. Very mainstream.

La Favela (Seminyak)
Where is it?
La Favela is located in the heart of Seminyak's party area, on Jalan Kayu Aya. It is just in front of Red Carpet Champagne Bar.

Who goes there?
Mixed trendy crowd, Indonesian and foreign (mostly tourists).

Why should I go?
The interior design of La Favela is really amazing, a real work of art. The place is big, with an outdoor area (great to escape from the second-hand cigarette smoke).

Why should I avoid it?
I never liked the music in La Favela. The DJs just play a mix of Top 40 songs from the past 50 years, often without any proper transition.

When is the best time to go?
La Favela is open all day as it is also a restaurant. The place becomes lively only after 11pm, almost any night of the week.

Vault (Canggu)
Where is it?
On Jalan Berawa, in the basement of the shopping center Tamora Gallery.

Who goes there?
European expats, Indonesian clubbers, Canggu residents

Why should I go?
This is a proper nightclub with an underground style. Good music, including techno and Rn'B.

Why should I avoid it?
No holiday vibe, no windows, cigarette smoke.

When is the best time to visit?
It's more of a late spot so you can go there after 1 AM.

If you like Vault and techno, maybe you will enjoy Back Room, Behind The Green Door, and Dat Dash (that one is open until 5 AM on weekends).

Red Ruby (Seminyak)
Where is it?
Red Ruby is located on Jalan Petitenget, in the heart of Seminyak. It is not far from the W Hotel or Potato Head Beach Club.

Who goes there?
Single foreign guys above 30, Javanese girls (among which many working girls), some gays, some Western girls.

Why should I go?
Intimate club with many regulars. Friendly crowd. Good music (techno, tribal, afro, latin).

Why should I avoid it?
It is a closed air-conditioned club that has no "Balinese" or holiday feel. You might not be comfortable with the number of prostitutes.

When is the best time to go?
It is an after-hour club. You can visit after 2-3 AM as it closes quite late.

Mirror (Seminyak)
Where is it?
Mirror is located on Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak.

Who goes there?
It attracts mostly Indonesians from Jakarta, as well as some expats living near Seminyak.

Why should I go?
Unique décor, good crowd, full on weekends. They may also have relatively famous DJs. Strict dress code (no sandals, no short pants).

Why should I avoid it?
Mainstream electronic dance music.

When is the best time to go?
There are events from Wednesday until Saturday. You can go starting at midnight. More info: Mirror Bali.

LXXY (Kuta)
Where is it?
LXXY is located on Jalan Legian, Kuta, in a busy part of the street. It is surrounded by other nightclubs and bars, among which Engine Room, SkyGarden and Paddy's.

Who goes there?
It attracts mostly Indonesians who live in Bali as well as tourists staying in Kuta.

Why should I go?
Big nightclub with affordable prices (free entrance on most nights). EDM music with some famous DJs once in a while.

Why should I avoid it?
Quite mainstream. Not always so crowded.

When is the best time to go?
Open every day. The campus night on Wednesday is pretty wild. Ladies night on Thursday.

Boshe VVIP (Kuta)
Where is it?
Boshe VIP is in Kuta on Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai. You will need a 10-minute taxi ride to reach it from Jalan Legian and 20 minutes from Seminyak.

Who goes there?
Asians, mostly Indonesians (Javanese, Indo-Chinese, some Balinese), Malaysians and Singaporeans.

Why should I go?
Many people go to Boshe for the girls. They have some sexy lady companions and a popular karaoke. The events are usually quite fun: They have rather good local live bands and an excellent sound system. After the live music, you usually have a DJ playing electronic music. There is a really cool dressing code for the staff: All of them have dyed hair, tattoos and a rock attitude.

Why should I avoid it?
Guys usually book a table or a sofa, pay for some girls to accompany them, and get drunk. There are not many interactions between people. It is harder to meet a "normal" girl too. The live bands play a lot of Indonesian songs which can be boring if you are not familiar with them.

When should I visit it?
Boshe is decently crowded during the week, and it is busy from Wednesday to Saturday night. If you want to hear live music, come from 8am to midnight.

Lunox (Legian)
Where is it?
Lunox is on Jalan Dewi Sri in Legian, in the same building as Delta Spa (a massage parlour with "extra services").

Who goes there?
Mostly Indonesian guys, often partying in groups with LCs (Lady companions). Some rare foreigners.

Why should I go?
If you are into progressive house and you want a more local clubbing experience.

53 comments to '' Best Nightclubs in Bali (Updated 2023) "

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  1. Is it true that Kuta desa has closed down SkyGarden? I've read on the internet that because of many fights and local issues with employees (they complained there were too many foreigners without KITAS), they took the decision to take away their license and stop their operation. If Sky Garden is not open anymore, what is the new best club to go to in Kuta? Vi Ai Pi? Eikon?

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  2. no open. everything as before. Money shakedown. Is all.

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  3. Yeah it should be closed down by 15 June but now it is still open

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  4. I am visiting BALI in end of July for a holiday, the objective of this trip is drinks, girls and all entertainment. I want erotic massage especially by Indonesian girls and if possible Uzebekistan and Russian. Please let me know the places where I should go for it and approximate cost.

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    1. Sky garden is open folks. Just visited there yesterday..

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  5. Business as usual at Sky Garden and one of the craziest deals to be found. 4 hours of free flow beer and smirinfoff vodka is now included with the BBQ BUFFET. I went several nights for this BBQ and free drinks. Asking some of the staff about the above rumours I was told of a group of trouble makers that had all been fired with the support of the local banjar and polda. It seems to have been an improvement. I didn't see or hear of any issues and had a great time!

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  6. in Bali where can i meet ladyboys
    & might u kno how much they charge $$$$$$$$$

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    1. easy to meet ladyboys in bali... in some nightclubs like Pyramid or DJ Cafe you have plenty... you can also go online on dating websites... finally try wechat and the feature look around... have fun...

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    2. mixwell bar is probably the best place in the city for all forms of LGBT partying, hang out in that area and you will find what you are looking for

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  7. No cheap clubs with only one $ then ey? I was shocked by the prices for drinks, it's not really any cheaper than Perth in seminyak!

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    1. La favela is not bad but at the end of the day Bali is a shit whole compared to Australia and i would never leave my country to go there again. Always getting hassled by idiots on the street to buy drugs... stick your drugs up your ass you fkn presents. Sky garden is a complete shit whole security there intimated by the size of us. We left within the first hour. If you are going to bali to party at night dont bother. Go to Australia hit Melbourne chapel street or sydney kings cross. Plenty of class and money and women

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    2. That should be one of the most naive comment I have ever seen. Melbourne night clubs. It is a shame.

      People are flying to bali for good reasons.

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  8. I went to all the nightclubs listed here. Here is a short review of the nightlife I experienced in Bali:

    - Mirror is high class but full of young kids from Jakarta. The dress code is strict so leave your shorts and sandals at home. - La Favela is so packed on weekends that it you can barely move . The crowd has become low quality, full of Australians and bogans.
    - Mint sucks now, all the expats have moved to Jenja.
    - Speaking of Jenja, the music is great and so is the crowd. Many many single white guys in their 40s and few legit girls. Sometimes you feel like being in a gay club.
    - Skygarden: It hasn't changed much. The rooftop is pretty cool and you'll even meet a few expats there.
    - Huu Bar is closed for renovation until the end of 2016.
    - Hypnotized gets an young Indonesian crowd.
    - Akasaka and Dee Jay is for drug users.
    - Koh is good only if they have a special event.
    - Bosche as per description above.

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    1. Hmmmm...Any silver lining in that review?

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  9. i plan to go to bali on june and many of my friends suggest me to visit mirror.. how about the drink, is it too expensive for a new nightclub in bali? how about Pyramid?

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    1. Yes it's one of the most expensive in Bali... It's a good club if you want a more urban atmosphere... Pyramid is an after club, people go there after 2-3am... the music is fine but the atmosphere average (many male expats and prostitutes)

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  10. I found clubbing in Bali to be "Wierd" do to the influx of tourists (many the drunken unsophisticated kind) and expats, who consistently outnumbered the locals in these places. This is a far cry from Jakarta which i consider to be far superior in a number of respects-it was wierd hearing the dominant language as English in these places instead of Indo. I visited a few of these places last week and here are my impressions:

    Skygarden: Dress code is SSS (shorts, singlets, and sandals) crowd. Hence i didn't fit in with my pants, dress shoes and button down shirt in rooms full of drunk, uneducated Bogans. Very efficiently run, good variety of music, international DJs, but the crowd is just too much of a "spring break" party drunk crowd for more sophisticated people. I believe nearly every Indo girl there is a Javanese Pro, and most could be found near the front entrance standing or gathered around a table. One visit was more than enough for me here.

    Jenja: Underground, chic, more classier venue, but still feels a bit wierd and off to me. No Boganwear dress code, keeps those drunkard party goers on the Kuta side. Crowd sas mostly full of Expats in their 20s-40s, with not too many ladies - any less and i would call it a sausage party but not quite. Couldn't tell if the Indo gals there were Pro's or locals. Seems like a place where people partied in groups anyways, so not a great place to meet and hookup with strangers. Wouldn't plan to return.

    LaFavella: Venue was an interesting mix of rainforest, hippie, and recycled goods. Crowd again was mostly expats, some tourists, and some locals. More laid back crowd than Jenja, ages 20-30ish. OK place just to grab a drink, possibly a random hookup as well. Music was your average pop top 40 etc...

    A-Club/Akasaka: Bali's version of Golden Crown in Jakarta, only smaller, and a little harder to get to. Has everything else as its big brother though, Girls, Girls, XTC, annoying touts and doormen, Lady companions, Dugem headbanging music, little to no Bule's, Ripoff Taxi Mafia outside waiting to chop your wallet to take you home. A little slice of North Jakarta in the heart of Denpasar.

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  11. Yes of course, there are few places in Bali where it’s basically guaranteed you’ll have a good time no matter what. But what about meeting-points? The places where you can meet your friends or interesting strangers before going out. One of those places is Republik 1945 classy but cool restaurant (Jalan Raya Kerobokan 86A) located in Seminyak, close enough to the action to keep things interesting. Head there anytime from 6 pm till 1 am for dinner and drinks after. Dj play there everyday from 9 pm until closing. The place itself perfect for birthdays and big groups. Wednesdays get even more interesting for Republik weekly Ladies’ Night, when every betty can get a little boozy with free drinks from 9 pm – 11 pm. plus dancing and plenty of inebriated moments you’ll enjoy reliving while looking through your Instagram the next morning, but if you’re late for your flight home on Thursday, or wake up somewhere you don't know don’t blame it on bartender.. he was happy to assist you.

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  12. Shameless advertising of your own workplace. Surprised you didn't post some social media and Web links.

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  13. You bunch degenerates the best place to meet nice Balinese girls is yoga classes, you lot are so dim, why support the mafia and poison yourself and others in these ghastly places full of ozzy beer louts

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  14. Just a small note that A-Club and Deejay Club were both raided by Police a couple of nights before NYE end of 2016. According to reports they entered A-Club at around 10pm and Deejay Cafe at 1am shortly after they opened and did drug urine tests on the small crowd at both venues. I would suspect because of the early time they raided this was not a serious operation and maybe a more shakedown to let the clubs know where there "payments" should be directed as a new Police Chief in Bali was appointed recently but it would be pay to be careful in case they are taking a new hardline approach against after hours clubbing as they have in Jakarta in the past couple of years.

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  15. First, thanks so much for such a great nightlife site. It has definitely helped me out over the years.

    A few comments:

    Track 9 is now closed but will re-open soon as Eden.

    La Favela was my favorite place to go but these days on weekends at least it is just too crowded. As you mentioned, a queue at the door then jam packed inside. Weeknights are not so bad. Bummer they raised the price of a mixed drink (in a plastic cup) from 100k to 125k.

    Jenja Urbanized on Wednesdays is awesome. Great crowd and not too packed. Really good Hip hop.

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  16. I am male, age 30+, not a gay, planning to visit Mirror or La Favela tonight, anyone want to join? Grup of 4-5 person will be best

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  17. I plan to go to Bali in May. What is the current situation of AKASAKA and deejay?

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  18. our plan to go to bali with friend in july month what is status of night life,?

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    1. Same as usual... Skygarden in Kuta, La Favela in Seminyak, and Jenja for after hours

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  19. Koh Nightclub has been shut since mid-March. Not sure if it will reopen again but doesn't look hopeful with how long it's been shut now.

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    1. Thank you for the update, I'll modify the original article with your information

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    2. Latest update on Koh nightclub via their Facebook page is that they will not be returning to their former bunker location in Jl Dyana Pura but will be moving forward as a club night only at a new venue called "The Electrik" on Jl Petitenget which from the map location they gave looks to be in the building where Mint nightclub used to be. The Electrik is described as a Lounge - Terrace - Cinema. Soft opening for The Electrik is Saturday 10th June, 2017.

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  20. According to an article on the Coconuts Bali news website both Akasaka/A-Club are closed indefinitely from 5th June, 2017 after a Police raid uncovered 19,000 Ecstasy tablets and four suspects were arrested. Not sure if this will result in permanent closure as the article also mentions they were raided in 2016 and found with 10,000 tablets but allowed to reopen.

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    1. 19,000 tablets? That's a lot... i wonder what will happen indeed, the owners are powerful and they are supported by Laskar Bali... they might be able to get away with it but it will be difficult...

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  21. yeah crazy amount.. That's definitely too much for just Akasaka more likely they are supplying the whole South Bali party scene. One of the four arrested was the marketing manager for Akasaka who is also alleged to be the Kingpin who organized the purchase from a Jakarta Syndicate so I can imagine they will have a lot of trouble now to reopen with their reputation.

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  22. I was able to visit Bali late June for around 10 days and managed to visit a lot of the clubs here and a few new openings and give a small update and some observations of what the nightlife scene. The following clubs have closed down: Akasaka, Shanghai Baby, Koh so I did not visit. below are some new openings:

    The Electrik - This is the reborn Mint nightclub on Jalan Petitenget. During the week it is a casual lounge and then a nightclub on the weekend. The design inside is industrial with some materials used from the old Koh Nightclub space on Jl. Dhyana Pura. The center bar has been removed which opens up more dancing space and you have also have lounges on the sides for table service. On Friday you have various events with house music and on Saturday you have a weekly night with Koh which are known for Techno & Tech House music with regular internationals DJ's visiting. I was able to visit three times during my stay and the place was very busy all nights I went there. Entry idr100,000/150,000 inc. 1 drink depending on event. Drinks pricing was also very reasonable. A great edition to Bali nightlife for those who prefer to listen to harder underground music. Hopefully they will have more success than the old Koh did.

    Mrs Sippy - This place is the hot new "beach" club opening for High Season even though it is not located with beach front or view. Sandwiched in between the luxury Alila Hotel and Potatohead the venue has a huge pool, day beds, tables, a fake sand beach and the big novelty - a 5m high diving platform into its own dedicated dive pool. Already very popular with both Tourists and Indonesians you will struggle to find a free bed or table on weekends. They have a very popular Sunday Session with DJ's playing through till late and also a new Saturday night swim session with DJ playing. Opened by Australian's the food menu has your normal western pub/cafe food but strangely no Indonesian food options. Drinks pricing was simliar to other beach clubs. I would recommend coming here for the great atmosphere and also to enjoy the pool which is huge if your own hotel has none or a small pool.

    Cabina - New little cafe, bar and pool just opened in June close to Batu Belig Beach. Only small but a good spot to enjoy some afternoon drinks if you stay close by. They also have DJ's playing in the afternoons if you want to catch some good sunset beats. We stopped by once and the food and drinks were good but it is a bit out of the way if you are staying in central Seminyak.

    Da Maria - is a huge new Italian restaurant next to Metis on Jl. Petitenget. After dinner the place is turned into a mini nightclub with DJ's spinning from 10pm. Worth checking out especially on the weekends when it gets busy. I tried for dinner (excellent) on a Thursday and stayed for the music after and was quite happening.

    Some of the other places I visited:

    The classic beachclubs - Ku De Ta, Potatohead & Finns are all still as busy and expensive as you would expect especially at sunset.

    Jenja - Still the hottest club in Bali for me. I visited on a Wednesday for the Urban/Hip Hop night and they had an international DJ playing, the place was packed out and great mix of Expats and Indonesians. I also visited on a Saturday and was also busy

    La Favela - Visited on a Saturday and Sunday night. Super crowded both nights and struggled to get to the bar. Worth a visit.

    Opivm - visited once around 1am on a Saturday night was dead. Pyramid - visited twice on weekends at 5am was dead.

    DJ Club - I visited twice both on Saturday nights and the club was noticeably more busy then on previous trips to Bali. The crowd was a mix of expats and locals but many more local groups then usual with most of the booths full maybe because of the closing Akasaka it is picking up. The music has barely changed in the 5 years I've been going still trance/techno with some occasional Stadium songs thrown in.

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  23. Is there any club similar to Akasaka in Bali

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  24. Hi I am in Bali right now. I would like to know which is the best night club to dance TECHNO music????? Not Edm, not hip hop, just real techno like in Europe. Thanks.

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  25. I've worked in 3 of the hottest club in Bali and been to the rest of them.. after all it would be nice to go back to Bali hopefully.

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    1. older guy looking for relaxing beach bar/nightclub near hotel-in November

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  26. I'm going November I'm older Black American just want to drink have fun no drama no fighting girls of course. what are the good hotels close to the night life

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  27. Thanks for sharing this.
    Where are the best pool parties with DJs in Bali ?

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  28. I like the pool parties in Cocoon on Sunday... also check Mrs Sippy, Omnia Beach Club, Potato Head, Finn's...

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  29. Please can anyone update on where are the best places to party and which are busy on a Sunday, Monday and Tuesday night?

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  30. Pyramid Nightclub is now permanently closed. We tried to visit last month and no longer open. They shut down just before the Nyepi day of silence holiday early March and checking their social media pages have no updates since then.

    For after hours clubbing around Seminyak you can try Opera "The Party Theater" nightclub which is the old space where Opium nightclub was located next to the gay bars on Dyana Pura. The club is still very similar to the old venue with some small renovations but the ownership has changed to new Indonesian owners and the opening hours have been extended to 07:00 on some weekdays and as late as 08:00 on weekends for special events. I was surprised with the very late hours as the area is quite busy with a lot of normal tourist hotels but I heard the new owners might have some connections with the old Deejay Club so perhaps they have "negotiated" with the Police for license to operate later.. You can also try Red Ruby on Jl. Petitenget next to Potato Head as they sometimes extend opening hours to as late as 6am on the weekends.

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  31. Jenja Nightclub Bali is now permanently closed as of July 20th 2019 was their final party.

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  32. Which club can I go full of local bali girls?

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    1. Balinese girls don't go to clubs...

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  33. Anyone has tried Seeking.com in Bali? I plan to go there for a week and I would like to find a pretty girl to accompany me.

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  34. The hottest new bar and club lounge in Ubud is The Blue Door. (www.thebluedoorbali.com)

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  35. What is the ID situation at La Favela and Savaya? Is it very strict to get in and do they really check the quality of the IDs or is it just a glance at the age?

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