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Where to stay in Amed: a village, a bay, a reef
Amed is not a town but a coastal road linking a string of fishing villages, between the slopes of Agung and a reef reachable from the beach. You sleep in bungalows, dive guesthouses and a few hotels with a pool facing the sea, at gentler prices than in the south. Here are the villages, the types of accommodation and the observed ranges.
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- Comfortable: IDR 600,000 to 1,200,000 (≈ €30 to €60)
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- By Kylian Dev
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In brief
- Jemeluk for snorkeling from the beach and restaurants on foot, Bunutan and Lipah for the view, Selang for quiet.
- Divers: accommodation linked to a dive center makes gear and schedules simpler.
- Observed range for a comfortable double room: IDR 600,000 to 1,200,000 (≈ €30 to €60).
- Ask whether the water is fresh and whether there is a generator: the east remains less well equipped.
In Amed, stay in Jemeluk to snorkel from the beach and dine on foot, in Bunutan or Lipah for the sea view from the slopes, in Selang for silence. Prices there are gentler than in the south.
Amed moves to the rhythm of the sea: mask and snorkel in the morning, a nap, sunset behind Agung. What there is to do is on the Amed page; here, you choose the village and the type of room. The coastal road is narrow and hilly: changing village every evening to dine has a cost.
The prices given are observed ranges, not the rates of any one property. The budget guide puts them into the cost of the trip, and the Ubud → Amed page describes the most common road to get there.
Amed’s villages, one by one
Four villages share most of the rooms, from west to east: Jemeluk, the central bay and its reef; Bunutan, on the slopes; Lipah, around a small beach; Selang, further on, in quiet. Beyond, Banyuning and Aas extend the coast, and Tulamben, to the north, draws wreck divers.
Jemeluk
The best-known bay, with a reef a few meters from the shore, dive schools and most of the restaurants. The best choice for a first visit without a scooter. At night, you hear the waves on the pebbles and sometimes the roosters; the viewpoint above the bay draws people at sunset.
Bunutan
East of Jemeluk, hotels and bungalows clinging to the slopes, with a sea view. Lots of steps, and a scooter to go out for dinner. In exchange, a balcony facing the sea and very quiet nights. The Jemeluk reef is 5 to 10 minutes away by road.
Lipah
A small dark sand beach, a few warungs and guesthouses along the road. A compromise between the activity of Jemeluk and the quiet of Selang, with snorkeling from the beach. Rooms on the road side hear the scooters and trucks going by in the morning.
Selang and the end of the coast
Further east, after Lipah: a few hotels with a pool facing the sea, very few services. You come here to do nothing. The Japanese wreck at Banyuning is close. You need a vehicle for everything else, and the road is dark in the evening.
| Village | Who it suits | At night | On foot to | Observed range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jemeluk | First visit, snorkeling, without a scooter | Waves, roosters | Reef, dive schools, restaurants | IDR 200,000 to 1,500,000 (≈ €10 to €75) |
| Bunutan | Couples, sea view | Very quiet | Nothing: a scooter to go out for dinner | IDR 400,000 to 3,000,000 (≈ €20 to €150) |
| Lipah | Tight budget, divers | Road in the morning | Lipah beach, warungs | IDR 200,000 to 1,200,000 (≈ €10 to €60) |
| Selang | Restful stay | Silence | The hotel, the sea | IDR 600,000 to 3,500,000 (≈ €30 to €175) |
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Types of accommodation in Amed
Amed is the region of bungalows and dive guesthouses, often run by village families or linked to a dive center. Hotels with a pool facing the sea remain small. No chain hotels, very few hostels.
| Type | You gain | You lose | Observed range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balinese homestay | Family welcome, low prices | Simple comfort, hot water rare | IDR 200,000 to 400,000 (≈ €10 to €20) |
| Family guesthouse | Bungalow near the sea, breakfast | Variable facilities | IDR 300,000 to 700,000 (≈ €15 to €35) |
| Chain hotel | Absent from Amed | See the south | Nothing on offer |
| Villa with pool | Quiet, sea view, space | Isolation, scooter essential | IDR 1,200,000 to 3,500,000 (≈ €60 to €175) |
| Ecolodge | Wooden bungalows on the slope | Steps, insects | IDR 600,000 to 1,500,000 (≈ €30 to €75) |
| Hostel | Price | Very few of them | IDR 100,000 to 200,000 (≈ €5 to €10) per bed |
For a diving stay, many centers offer the room together with the dives: you save on transfers and dry your gear on site. Compare the price of the package with that of the dives alone, and check the center’s certification.
How much a night costs in Amed
Three price levels per night for a double room: the bungalow on a tight budget, the hotel with a pool for comfortable, the villa or hotel facing the sea for upscale.
Budget, per night
≈ €10 to €25
IDR 200,000 to 500,000
Comfortable, per night
≈ €30 to €60
IDR 600,000 to 1,200,000
High end, per night
≈ €75 to €175
IDR 1,500,000 to 3,500,000
Observed ranges per night for a double room, outside the July-August and holiday peaks: orders of magnitude, not the prices of any one property. €1 ≈ IDR 20,000 (mid-October 2026, rounded).
Amed remains one of the cheapest regions on the island for the same comfort. The sea view and the pool make up most of the price difference; rooms on the road side are noticeably cheaper.
What to check before booking in Amed
In Amed, check the water, fresh or brackish, hot or not; whether there is a generator, power cuts being more frequent in the east; the number of steps up to the room; and the wifi, often modest. A mosquito net remains useful.
- Hot water: not standard in small guesthouses; also ask whether the water is fresh.
- Generator: useful, power cuts are more frequent in the east.
- Mosquito nets: to check, especially in the rainy season.
- Fan or air conditioning: the east coast is dry and hot; air conditioning is often charged extra.
- Access: steps on the slope, lit path, car to the entrance.
- Noise: coastal road in the morning, roosters, nearby temple.
- Wifi: often modest; do not plan important video calls without a test.
Common mistakes in Amed
The typical mistakes: booking an isolated hotel without a scooter and discovering you need a vehicle for every meal, underestimating the road to Amed, and arriving after dark on a narrow coastal road. A single night is almost always too short.
- Staying in Selang without a scooter or a driver: every dinner becomes a ride.
- Arriving at night: the coastal road is narrow, hilly and poorly lit.
- Booking only one night: at about 2 h 30 to 3 h from the airport, you need at least two nights.
- Choosing a road-side room to save money, then regretting the view that makes the stay.
Frequently asked questions
Which village should I choose to stay in Amed?
Jemeluk for snorkeling from the beach and restaurants on foot, Bunutan or Lipah for the view and quiet, Selang for a restful stay facing the sea.
How much does a night cost in Amed?
About €30 to €60 a night (IDR 600,000 to 1,200,000) for a double room with a pool, observed range. A bungalow costs less, a villa facing the sea much more.
Where to stay in Amed for diving?
Near a dive center, in Jemeluk or in Lipah: many offer the room together with the dives. For the wreck of the USAT Liberty, Tulamben, further north, lets you dive early.
Do you need a scooter in Amed?
In Jemeluk, you can do without. Elsewhere, you need one, or a driver, to go out for dinner and change spots. The coastal road requires experience.
How many nights should I book in Amed?
Two to four nights, as the [Amed page](/destinations/amed) recommends. The road from the airport takes about 2 h 30 to 3 h: a single night is not worth the drive.
Sources
Figures and rules checked on October 17, 2026 against the sources below. Entry rules and fees change: always check them on the official websites before you leave.
