How Much Does Live Cost

Accommodation
Hotel rates varies from US$15 for basic clean, fan-cooled room with private bathroom to US$1,000 or more for a Balinese style villa with private pool and 5-star service. Being compared to these Resort Villas, check out Bali Villas offers. They have private vacation rentals which is a good alternative. A fully staffed villa with 2 bedrooms might only cost you under US$200 per day — plus free use of air-conditioned car, English speaking driver and gasoline (for up to 10 hours)

Today, there are quite many small houses or bungalow for long term rent. Facilities varies from small kitchenette to shared swimming pool with or without staff. Rate per month can cost you about US$500, depends on the furnishing and location.

Meals
Hotels and international restaurants are available in Bali, as well as traditional "warungs" or food stalls. Breakfast may range from US$8, lunch/dinner is about US$20 per person. Other restaurants are often 80% cheaper. Dinner in Seafood Stalls in Jimbaran bay may cost around US$50.

Other Stuff
Shoppping in traditional markets or supermarket (or stores) usually costs you less as there is no aditional 21% tax and service charge. Bir Bintang may cost only Rp. 10,000 per big bottle, bottled mineral water (Aqua) is only Rp. 1,750 (1.5liter), fresh milk in carton box is around Rp. 9,000 (local milk) or Rp. 40,000 (imported), bread is around Rp. 25,000 (family bread), cereals is about Rp. 30,000 (per carton)