It was beautiful to stay in a traditional Balinese thatched roof cabin on the beach. It was like stepping back in time forty years to the first time I came to Bali. The room had everything we needed - comfortable bed, beautiful view through the coconut palms to the waves just beyond. It was clean, the fan worked well, mosquito net had no holes, and the lights all worked! The staff were lovely and the breakfast of banana fritters, fruit plate and beautiful black Balinese coffee was brought out for us to eat on the terrace. Just lovely! I would stay again in a heartbeat.

That road! Candi Dasa is ruined by that road. So fast and busy and loud! Thankfully we couldn't hear it from our lovely room.

I loved my 3 nights here. A slice of paradise. Well appointed and comfortable rooms with lots of storage and right on the beachfront. Bathroom is outdoor too. Room was cleaned everyday and the staff were lovely and attentive. Breakfasts were simple and tasty and there were 3 choices. I felt very safe as a solo female. I would definitely stay here again if in candidasa. Highly recommend my room number 5. Noticed that others on the comments section complained of noise from the street. From this room the noise was very very faint as it was closer to the beachfront away from the road.

Nothing not to like. I loved all of it. However, just a heads up to others. This place is rustic so bugs/catererpillars/mossies etc make their presence known from time to time (there is a net for the bed). Also there when you get back after dark, the walk back to your room is in almost pitch dark. I had to use my phone torch.

Ida's Homestay is an ideal opportunity to get away from the masses but don't expect mod cons. This isn't what it's about. It's about returning to the values of a simple life. You are grateful to be in such natural beauty, and grateful not to be surrounded by concrete. My dog was the happiest he has ever been here. It's only a 20 minute scooter ride to Virgin Beach and we have discovered that you can hire a local fisherman to taxi you over there in his boat for a fee. There is always a member of staff on hand in a non intrusive way. Cold water only showers are usually too cold for me, but the shower temperature was perfectly refreshing. Love the small bay of a beach and the shallow water to float in. The water here must be of high salt content as it was very easy just to float and not worry about being dragged out into the Ocean. Lots of hangers provided. Very clean (if dated) toilet. Effective overhead ceiling fan and small desk fan meant A/C was not missed at all. I was concerned about the reviews of the busy road noise, however, although you can on occasion hear a large truck or a noisy scooter exhaust, it's in passing and not a constant. Focusing on the sound of the Ocean Waves was enough to overcome any sporadic traffic noise. Super safe feeling and it was a real treat to be able to leave the windows open at night to fall asleep and wake up to the sound of the waves. There is also what looks like a museum of super interesting artifacts, and a temple under a large Banyan Tree. Both very special.

The cost of a 1hr basic massage was more than I would have expected at 125 000 IDR. Also, the oil that was used was very thick and did not smell very nice (almost like used cooking oil) and it was applied way too liberally. We ordered a set dinner menu on the first night, and honestly, it wasn't worth 150 000 IDR. Some soup that tasted like a stock cube with water, a too small (but delicious) water spinach dish, skewers with Sate, rice and a fruit plate for dessert. Breakfast of eggs, coffee and fruit is ok, but the bread used for toast is very VERY sweet.

best place in Bali ever! simple naturally authentic lovely

Very authentic, surrounded by nature. The grounds are beautiful! The staff are friendly and helpful. I felt very taken care of. They offered to clean my room everyday and gave suggestions for the local area. The food was super yummy but I didn’t get to try much as they ran out of rice. The included breakfast was delicious and filling.

Only downside is it’s near a main road so traffic can be a little loud early in the morning and late a night. Earplugs block it out.

Absolutely beautiful property. Perfect peaceful retreat. Was a really unique experience staying in a traditional style hut. Located right along the water, surrounded by palm trees. The staff was really kind and welcoming. Having breakfast at our hut looking out to the ocean was always great way to start the day. We even saw monkeys walk across the property one day. We had a really wonderful stay!

Because of the design of the hut, some bugs can get in, but there is a net provided to cover the bed which was helpful!

The staff and location. Ida's is a little bit of Heaven on earth. If you like to chill, snorkel and just take in the view. Well this is the place for you. The accommodation is rustic yet beautiful. Situated looking over to Penida Is some great sunsets. Make sure you go snorkelling ( you need at least to go twice as it's spectacular) the boat boys out front by the beach will advise you. You can see turtels everyday from the wall which jets out too. The staff are amazing and go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. You can have a great massage by the water just ask the staff. Vincent's restaurant a short walk near by is a must. Making Ida's a perfect place to stay. As a solo woman traveller l always felt safe and met lots of interesting people if l wanted company. I would highly recommend Ida's I've booked to go back already🌸

Traffic out front

Good breakfast. Nice to sit on the decking by the sea. We were delighted that we could have a very early breakfast on our last day before leaving for the airport. The mattress was very comfortable and the mosquitoi netting was very good. We were provided with hot water for the shower. There were adequate plugs for our eletrical equipment. The coconut plantation was beautiful. Our driver, Nengah Suar jaya was excellent. The bungalow felt very private.

It would have been good if we would have had the possibility to pay by card.

Right slap bang on the water front - fabulous view! This place is a traditional Bali hut - very rustic, very basic so don't expect much ... What you do get is an outstanding Bali experience!

Maybe give more of a talk about the room and how to get the best out of it ... I didn't figure out how to open the louvred window till the last day!

This is a haven in busy Candidasa. There are only a handful of huts dotted around a big grassy lot going right down to the sea. We had the hut right at the shore. It is a traditional looking hut made from bamboo and hardwood, but extremely well appointed: lights over the bed and on the porch good enough to read by, a mosquito net that spans the whole bed and does not fall onto your face, outside bathroom without hot water from the shower but an insulated bucket was filled with hot water every day, very good breakfast choices, and I was brought a thermos with hot water each evening for my insanely early morning coffee. The staff were very friendly and even offered to do up the room each day. We had dinner at the property each night because our porch was really the nicest place to sit in Candidasa. There are also a couple of roofed areas for bigger groups to sit by the shore.

that we had to move on