FAQs - Hideout Bali Location - Hideout Accommodation

before you arrive

Curious what it feels like to spend a few days in the jungle?

Here you’ll find answers to our most frequently asked questions – from who we are and where we’re located, to dining at hideout bistro and the different transport options available.

Welcome to hideout

We are one-of-a-kind jungle retreat, built entirely from bamboo and hidden deep in the heart of East Bali’s rice fields and riverside. Each bamboo house is designed to bring you closer to nature while offering comfort, privacy, and peace. Surrounded by tropical greenery, birdsong, and the sound of the river, staying here feels like stepping into another world.

What began more than ten years ago as a small family project has grown into a community, where many of the same friends and neighbors still care for the houses today. Every bamboo villa is tended with love, from the handmade architecture to the small personal touches that make your stay unforgettable.

Our team is here for you every day from 7am to 10pm, and at night our security quietly patrols the area to keep everything safe and peaceful. You can always reach us – in person or through WhatsApp – and we’ll be happy to help with anything you need. Privacy is sacred to us. We would never enter your hideout without being invited, but we are always close by, ready to make your stay easy and comfortable. Even though you are surrounded by the jungle, you’ll still enjoy modern comforts such as fast internet, instant chat for orders, and easy card payments.

Hideout is about simplicity, connection, and the freedom to slow down – while knowing you’re cared for at every step.

First time in the jungle?

Hideout is deeply connected to nature. While we maintain the highest cleaning standards, you may still encounter a curious visitor such as an insect, furry caterpillar (please do not touch), frog, lizard, snake, mouse, or even a friendly spider.

This is part of living in the jungle, and we encourage you to see these creatures as part of the natural balance. For your safety, we recommend always turning on the lights at night when moving around the house or visiting the bathroom.

Did you know that a spider can weave a new web in under an hour? Despite our continuous efforts to keep the villas clean and comfortable, some bugs, spiders, or mosquitos are inevitable in a bamboo house.

If this feels uncomfortable, we suggest choosing a different type of accommodation rather than a jungle stay.

Hideout Bistro

f you don’t feel like cooking or going out, hideout bistro has you covered. Our kitchen concept offers delicious balinese specialties as well as favorite western dishes, with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Breakfast is included in your stay, while lunch and dinner can be ordered anytime and brought straight to your villa. for a special experience, you can also enjoy your meal in one of our two river gazebos – perfect for both hideout guests and walk-ins.

Our hideout bistro is open daily from 8am to 9pm. along with meals, we serve cold beer, a curated selection of Sababay wines, and our signature cocktails.

Location

We are located in East Bali, about 90 minutes from Ubud and 2 hours from Denpasar and the international airport. The nearest town is Amlapura, just 30 minutes away.

Our jungle retreat is far from the busy nightlife, bars, and imported-goods shops – and that is exactly the beauty of it. Surrounded by rice fields and set next to a running river, you’ll find peace, space, and a slower rhythm of life.

Within walking distance, you can enjoy a beautiful dinner at a nearby resort restaurant with unforgettable views of Mount Agung. Around hideout, you’ll discover small local shops and warungs, as well as endless opportunities for adventure – from trekking through rice fields, visiting waterfalls like Jagasatru, Tirta Gangga, and Ujung Temple, to snorkeling, diving, or exploring traditional markets. You can meet a local shaman, visit sacred temples including Pura Besakih, or even go rafting for a wild day out. Whether you’re here to relax or to explore, there is always something to experience.

How can we help with your transport and arrival/departure?

Check-in is 3pm – 8pm, please avoid check-in later than 8pm since it navigating little roads in the dark can be challenging. Check-out is by 11am.

If you would welcome transport services, we are happy to share contacts for our recommended driver once you have a confirmed reservation.

Our recommended drivers can pick you up anywhere from the island, arrange day trips and guide you at some locations as well. If you know that you will have a late flight – and thus a late night arrival, we strongly recommend to use our verified drivers that offer fair price and safe arrival and check-in at hideout.

hideout distances

From the nearby restaurant Great Mountain View 5 min
From shops and warungs 10 min
From the airport 120 min
From Ubud 90 min
From Padang Bai (transfer to Gillis) 35 min

Jagasatru waterfall 15min
Pura Besakih 30min
Tirta Gangga 30min
Ujung Temple 45min
Beach – Virgin Beach in Candidasa 40min
Beach – The Secret Beach/Blue Lagoon in Padang Bai 40min
Tukad Cepung waterfall 60min
Pura Lempuyang temple 60min

Frequently Asked Questions

Renting a scooter / renting a car

With your hideout, you also have an option to rent a scooter for free during your stay. We provide scooters with helmets to experienced drivers with international driving license. If you don’t feel safe using the
scooter, please note that you can rent a car with a driver (English speaking guide) to help you get around the island and visit many places worth seeing! Renting a car without the driver is not available in our area.

Using taxi / transport services

We have connection to great drivers within our Banjar (village). They are experienced, English speaking and of course – well informed about the best tourist places around.
We are happy to offer few of our (half)day trip ideas that you can choose from and enjoy an amazingly planned day from sunrise till sunset. We are prepared to help with your pick-up or drop-off from any location in Bali. All transport services are for additional charge, the final price is depending on the location.

Closest hospital / doctor on call

We are prepared that accidents happen. And we are here to help. The closest hospital for acute injuries (such as broken bones or immediate care) is only 10 minutes away in Selat. It is a basic hospital but with English speaker doctor and 24/7 emergency room.
Here you can also visit the doctor if needed. For any other illness, we recommend BaliMed in Amlapura (30 minutes away) that it international large hospital with all necessary equipment.

Security

We are located in a very safe and peaceful part of Bali, where the local community always looks out for one another. There has never been a security incident at our hideouts. Our team is on site daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and lives nearby during the night. In addition, we have a night security guard who patrols all hideout locations and is available on call if needed. Every hideout can also be securely locked – either from inside the room or from inside the garden.

Dangerous animals

We are located in the middle of the jungle, right by the riverside, surrounded by flourishing flora and fauna. This also means you may encounter wildlife during your stay. Most animals are harmless, but we ask you to be mindful. Bali does have some poisonous snakes, so please always use a light when walking at night to avoid accidentally stepping on one. Snakes will not attack unless disturbed. We also recommend avoiding contact with furry caterpillars, as they can irritate the skin and cause a rash.

Earthquake / volcano aktivity

Small earthquakes occur in Bali throughout the year, but most are so minor you won’t even notice them. In the rare case of a stronger earthquake, we recommend stepping outside to an open area away from trees. Bamboo houses are considered among the safest structures during earthquakes due to their flexibility. As for volcanic activity, it is carefully monitored and never happens without warning. In the unlikely event of increased activity, information and guidance are always shared well in advance, so there is no need to worry.

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