Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
ALTERNATIVE ROAD NAMES
As if the confusion of lanes wasn't enough, the resort of Kuta-Legian-Seminyak plays fast
and loose with road names. Many roads were named after their first or biggest hotel or res-
taurant. Although they have been given official names (indeed, often several in succession
over the years), many local residents, taxi drivers and maps stick to older versions, and
street signs are rarely consistent. The following are the most confusing examples. The
of-
ficial name
is given in bold.
Jalan Kayu Aya
(Petitenget) Previously called Jalan Laksmana and Jalan Oberoi - now
sometimes known as “Eat Street” because of its many restaurants.
Jalan Camplung Tanduk
(Seminyak) Also known as Jalan Dhyana Pura and Jalan Abi-
manyu, and sometimes as Jalan Gado-Gado, after the restaurant at the western end.
Jalan Arjuna
(Legian) Commonly referred to as Jalan Double Six after the famous
nightclub located on the beach.
Jalan Yudistira
(Legian) Until very recently this was Jalan Padma.
Jalan Pantai Arjuna
(Legian) Also known as Jalan Blue Ocean Beach, after one of its
hotels.
Jalan Werk Udara
(Legian) Formerly called Jalan Bagus Taruna, and sometimes known
as Jalan Rum Jungle, after a restaurant.
Jalan Bakung Sari
(south Kuta/Tuban) Previously known as Jalan Singo Sari.
GETTING AROUND
By bemo
With public
bemos
in decline, unless you're on a very tight budget or bloody-
minded enough to wait, a taxi is often easier. Kuta bemos are dark-blue. Local trips cost
around Rp10,000.
By taxi
The most reliable taxis are the light-blue Blue Bird taxis ( 0361 701111); you'll see
them everywhere. All charge an initial Rp6000 and then Rp6000/km, day or night; check the
meter is on. Note that you can often save money by walking a short distance to pick up a taxi
heading in your direction in Kuta's one-way system.
By car, bike or motorbike
Countless tour agents offer car and motorbike rental. Many also
offer bicycles, arguably the best way to get around given their lack of parking fees and ability
to squeeze through gaps, though not for the faint-hearted. Such is the traffic that a car is more
hassle than it's worth within the resort. Where it is legal to park beside the road, attendants
charge Rp2000 to wave you in and out and guard your vehicle.
