DPS Airport Bali Budget Guide
Emergency Numbers: Police:
110| Medical / Fire:118 / 119| Local Currency:IDR(1 USD ≈16100IDR)
Map of Budget Spots
Section titled “Map of Budget Spots”Cheap Beds & Emergency Accommodation
Section titled “Cheap Beds & Emergency Accommodation”| Name | Type | Cost / Night | Address | Tips & Rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport Terminal | 24h Cafe | 0 IDR | Jalan Raya Airport Ngurah Rai, Tuban, Kuta, Badung, Bali | Public seating areas in the domestic and international terminals are open 24/7. Sleeping on benches is common for transit passengers. |
Cheap Groceries & Free Meals
Section titled “Cheap Groceries & Free Meals”- Supermarket Discount Hours: Not common
- Best Cheap Eats: Nasi Bungkus (rice packets) sold at small stalls outside the main terminal perimeter.
Discount Supermarkets
Section titled “Discount Supermarkets”| Supermarket | Best Budget Buys | Address (Google Maps) |
|---|---|---|
| Indomaret Point (Airport Arrival Hall) | Indomie instant noodles, bottled water, bread | I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Arrival Hall, Tuban |
Free Meals & Food Banks
Section titled “Free Meals & Food Banks”No free meal centers or food pantries located directly in this district.
Free Water & Public Restrooms
Section titled “Free Water & Public Restrooms”Free Drinking Water Points
Section titled “Free Drinking Water Points”| Location | Address (Google Maps) | Where to Find It |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Terminal Water Refill Stations | I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Tuban | Located near boarding gates in both domestic and international terminals. Potable water. |
Free Public Toilets
Section titled “Free Public Toilets”| Location | Address (Google Maps) | Hours & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Public Restrooms | I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Tuban | Clean, maintained 24/7, accessible throughout the terminal building. |
Free Wi-Fi, Workspaces & Showers
Section titled “Free Wi-Fi, Workspaces & Showers”Places with Free Wi-Fi & Power Outlets
Section titled “Places with Free Wi-Fi & Power Outlets”| Place | Address (Google Maps) | Wi-Fi & Desk Details |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Public Wi-Fi & Charging Stations | I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Tuban | Free Wi-Fi ‘Ngurah Rai Airport Free Wi-Fi’. Power sockets available at seating areas near gates. |
Note: Public Wi-Fi here is unencrypted. If accessing bank or work portals, keep NordVPN on. Grab the student rate (via Student Beans verification), or lock in the 2-year plan to save the most.
Cheap Showers & Public Baths
Section titled “Cheap Showers & Public Baths”| Location | Cost | Address (Google Maps) | How to Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Transit Lounge Shower Facilities | 150000 IDR | I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, International Terminal | Paid access for shower facilities within the transit lounge area. |
Getting Around Cheaply
Section titled “Getting Around Cheaply”- Best Way to Move Around: Walking (within airport) or Trans Sarbagita Bus
- Standard Fare:
3500IDR - Transit Scams to Avoid: Unofficial ‘Blue Bird’ taxis or private drivers charging 5x the meter rate.
SIM Cards & Internet
Section titled “SIM Cards & Internet”- Best Budget Carrier: Telkomsel PraBayar / XL Axiata / Smartfren
- How to Keep Data Costs Low: Telkomsel Tourist SIM; purchase validity extension pack (Perpanjang Masa Aktif) via MyTelkomsel app without expensive data.
Safety, Scams & Areas to Avoid
Section titled “Safety, Scams & Areas to Avoid”Common Local Scams
Section titled “Common Local Scams”| Scam | How to Avoid It |
|---|---|
| Illegal Taxi Touts | Only use official taxi counters or ride-hailing apps like Grab/Gojek at designated pickup points. |
Areas to Avoid at Night:
Section titled “Areas to Avoid at Night:”None