Uluwatu's coastline faces west, which means one thing: the sun sets over the Indian Ocean every single evening. Where you watch it from is one of the best decisions you will make all day. These are our favourites.
Seven places to watch the sunset
Uluwatu Temple and the Kecak fire dance
A clifftop temple about 70 metres above the ocean, and a sunset performance of the Kecak fire dance in its amphitheatre. Arrive in the late afternoon to walk the grounds first. Keep sunglasses and phones close: the resident monkeys are famous for snatching them. About 5 to 7 minutes from Nema.
Single Fin
The original Uluwatu sunset bar, perched above the surf break with live music and a buzzing, easy crowd. Easy to enjoy solo or as a couple. About 4 minutes by ride.
OneEighty
A glass-bottom infinity pool hanging off the cliffs, and the most dramatic sunset photos in Uluwatu. More champagne than shots.
Ulu Cliffhouse
A clifftop pool club with low-key DJs, made for a long afternoon that slides into sunset.
El Kabron
A Spanish-inspired clifftop restaurant and a classic spot for a sunset dinner.
Sundays Beach Club
For sunset with your toes in the sand, on a white beach at the bottom of the cliffs. Expect a minimum spend.
A quiet beach
Skip the crowds and walk down to a west-facing beach with a cold coconut. Thomas Beach is a short walk from Nema.
Sunset tips
- Timing: sunset falls between about 6pm and 6:45pm, depending on the month. Arrive 45 to 60 minutes early.
- Season: the dry season, roughly April to October, tends to bring the clearest skies.
- Getting there: book a Grab or Gojek before you go and your ride home before it gets dark. Our front desk can arrange a driver.
- Minimum spends: many beach and day clubs have one in peak season, so check before you go.
Staying at Nema puts you minutes from most of these, with a short walk to the beach. Show your Nema keyring at partner venues for guest discounts.