Renon 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”No budget hostels or emergency shelters found inside this district.
Cheap Groceries & Free Meals
Section titled “Cheap Groceries & Free Meals”- Supermarket Discount Hours: Not common
- Best Cheap Eats: Nasi Jinggo (small rice packets wrapped in banana leaf) sold by street vendors around the park perimeter
Discount Supermarkets
Section titled “Discount Supermarkets”| Supermarket | Best Budget Buys | Address (Google Maps) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiara Dewata Renon | House brand snacks, instant noodles, and bulk rice | Jl. Raya Puputan No.21, Renon, Denpasar, Bali |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bajra Sandhi Monument Park | Jl. Raya Puputan, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar, Bali | Public water fountains located near the main park entrance and jogging track area |
Free Public Toilets
Section titled “Free Public Toilets”| Location | Address (Google Maps) | Hours & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bajra Sandhi Public Restrooms | Jl. Raya Puputan, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar, Bali | Located near the parking area and park entrance, generally clean during daylight hours |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kantor Perpustakaan Daerah Provinsi Bali | Jl. Dr. Kusuma Atmaja, Renon, Denpasar, Bali | Public library with seating, Wi-Fi, and limited power sockets; requires registration |
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”No cheap public bathhouses or drop-in showers found inside this district. A budget gym day-pass is often the best alternative.
Getting Around Cheaply
Section titled “Getting Around Cheaply”- Best Way to Move Around: Walking or Gojek/Grab bike-hailing
- Standard Fare:
10000IDR - Transit Scams to Avoid: Unmetered ‘ojek’ (motorcycle taxis) waiting near tourist spots without using apps
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 |
|---|---|
| Overpriced transport | Always use Gojek or Grab apps to book rides instead of negotiating with drivers on the street |
Areas to Avoid at Night:
Section titled “Areas to Avoid at Night:”None