Kashlee Kucheran

Review of Holiday Inn Express Bali Kuta ...

Stayed for 3 nights after flying in while we looke...

Stayed for 3 nights after flying in while we looked for a long term place to stay. It's newer and the location is great, but there was nothing truly outstanding about this hotel to give it a full 5 stars.

The room:
It has the basics of what you need. Comfy for a few nights, but I wouldn't recommend it for a weeks vacation. It's meant to be more of a transit hotel. Wifi worked in the room.

If you have Gold status with IHG, breakfast is even better because they allow you to order omelettes, waffles and other custom things.

The rooftop pool is actually great with a view of the ocean and is the perfect spot to watch the sunset.

We used the onsite laundry room to DIY our clothes, but found it double the price of using machines in any IHG property in North America.

Front reception staff was hit and miss. there were a few that were super friendly and nice, while a few others seemed jaded and unwilling to solve problems.

Location:
On a side street that is metres from the beach and a quick 5 minute walk to Lippo mall. Lippo is a great place to shop, get groceries, take out money from the ATM, and get awesome food/coffee.
Lots of mini marts and spas on the street as well. We got a SIM card from a guy for $10 that actually worked and gave us lots of data.

In summary:
Great place to stay for a few nights when getting to Bali or heading home. Close to airport and a safe/clean/easy stay.