Banjar in Bali

Things to do in Banjar

Getting back to nature is high on to-do lists in Banjar. The Banjar Hot Springs, one of the main attractions in the region, shares the same neighbourhood as the Brahmavihara Arama Buddhist monastery. You'll most likely visit both on a single day trip here.

The hot springs are centuries old, but have been gradually upgraded with modern facilities like pools, a restaurant, changing rooms, souvenir shops, and recreational gardens. You can also hike up to the Singsing Waterfall – the best time to do so is during the wet season (October–April) when strong cascades pour into a scenic rocky pool.

Brahmavihara Arama is around 1.5 km west of the Banjar Hot Springs. You'll discover a serene meditative setting, with lush tropical flower gardens, meditation rooms, libraries, and an impressive mini replica of Borobudur on its highest ground. The monastery is also a meditation place for Buddhist pilgrims during the holy day of Vesak or Asada.

Restaurants in Banjar

Restaurants in Banjar usually are small eateries and roadside stalls serving local bites and refreshments. There are modern dining options nearby Lovina Beach and on the beachfront of Temukus. The Krisna Funtastic Land is an amusement park with a beachfront restaurant there.

Getting around Banjar

Most hotels in North Bali offer shuttle services and motorcycle rentals that you can make use of during your stay. If you plan to ride a motorcycle to get around Banjar, stay safe by always taking necessary precautions and wear a helmet. You won't easily find a taxi roaming the village streets of Banjar.

Where to stay in Banjar

Banjar has a limited selection of hotels in its immediate area, but there are plenty to choose from in Munduk, Pemuteran, and Lovina Beach. Hotels range from plantation villas offering scenic mountain vistas right out from their guestroom windows, to beachfront resorts overlooking the calm waters of North Bali.