Quick FactsOverview
About Banyuwedang Hot Spring
Banyuwedang Hot Spring, Bali, Indonesia is a natural geothermal bathing site in Pejarakan Village, Gerokgak District, Buleleng Regency, in the northwest of Bali near West Bali National Park and Menjangan Island. The spring emerges from under coral reef near Banyuwedang Bay, a mangrove-fringed inlet on the northwest coast. The site has been managed by the local Banyuwedang village since 2017 and features a public pool, a children's pool, and private jacuzzi options, alongside a restaurant, gazebos, showers, toilets, and lockers. The water temperature is approximately 40 to 45 degrees Celsius, making it one of the hotter publicly accessible springs in Bali. Foreign visitor entry is approximately 45,000 IDR.
The Banyuwedang spring has been used for centuries by Balinese communities for purification and healing. The geothermal water has been formally analysed and found to contain sodium chloride, calcium, and sulphate, and was classified as a low-mineral thermal spring comparable in composition to established European spa waters. Mimpi Resort Menjangan, situated on the same spring source, offers the same water in private villa hot spring pools. The public facility provides an affordable alternative in a mangrove and sea view setting.
Location & Access
Getting to Banyuwedang Hot Spring
Banyuwedang Hot Spring is in Pejarakan Village, Gerokgak District, Buleleng Regency, Bali 81155, in the northwest corner of Bali near West Bali National Park. From Ngurah Rai Airport in Denpasar, the drive takes approximately four hours via the northern coast Ring Road route. From Singaraja in North Bali, the drive is around one and a half hours west along the coast. From Pemuteran, the nearest tourist town, the drive is approximately 15 to 20 minutes east along the main coastal road. A private car and driver is the standard approach as no public transport or reliable ride-hailing serves this part of Bali.
Opening hours are approximately 07:00 to 21:00 daily, closed on Nyepi. Confirm current hours before travelling as these can occasionally change. Foreign visitor entry is approximately 45,000 IDR; local rates are lower. Parking costs around 2,000 IDR. Lockers are available for 5,000 IDR; using a locker is strongly recommended as monkeys in the area are known to take unattended food and loose items from poolside. Banyuwedang is a natural stop for travelers combining West Bali National Park, snorkelling or diving at Menjangan Island, and the Pemuteran area on a northwest Bali itinerary.
Suitability & Accessibility
Who Banyuwedang Hot Spring Suits
Banyuwedang Hot Spring suits travelers already exploring the northwest of Bali, particularly those visiting West Bali National Park, diving or snorkelling at Menjangan Island, or staying in Pemuteran. It is considerably quieter than the Banjar Hot Springs near Lovina and sees fewer tour groups, giving it a noticeably more relaxed atmosphere. The mangrove forest and bay setting is distinctive; few hot springs in Bali sit this close to the coast with a sea view from the pool area.
Families are welcome; a children's pool is on site, along with a restaurant and shaded gazebos for resting between soaks. The water is notably hotter than most Bali springs at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius, so soaking sessions should be kept shorter than usual, particularly for children and heat-sensitive visitors. Visitors seeking more privacy can book a private jacuzzi on site for a small additional fee.
Wheelchair access at Banyuwedang is not formally confirmed. The facility has a parking area and pool complex without documented step-free access routes or adapted pool entry infrastructure. Visitors with mobility requirements should contact the site before travelling. Secure all food, drinks, and loose items in a locker before entering the pool; monkeys on the property regularly take unattended belongings.
Safety & Etiquette
Banyuwedang Hot Spring Safety Tips
Banyuwedang Hot Spring is generally safe as a managed village facility, but the main safety considerations are the high water temperature, the presence of monkeys on site who can be aggressive around food and belongings, and the remote northwest location far from emergency medical services. No lifeguard is confirmed at the public pool.
The water runs at approximately 40 to 45 degrees Celsius, which is significantly hotter than most public hot springs in Bali. Limit soaking sessions to 15 to 20 minutes and take breaks in the shade or gazebo areas between rounds. Drink water regularly between soaks. Children should be supervised closely and kept to shorter sessions in the hot pool. Some visitors report feeling dizzy on exiting the water; sit in the shade and rest before driving or walking if this occurs. Start with a shorter session to gauge how the heat affects you before committing to longer soaks.
Monkeys are present throughout the site and have been reported to grab food, drinks, bags, and loose items from poolside and unattended areas. Use the on-site lockers for all valuables and food items before entering the pool area. Do not feed the monkeys and avoid making sudden movements toward them. The nearest significant medical services are in Singaraja, approximately one and a half hours east by car. The northwest corner of Bali is one of the more remote parts of the island; carry a first aid kit and ensure your vehicle has adequate fuel before travelling out here. The facility is closed on Nyepi; confirm access on Indonesian public holidays before making the journey from South Bali, which takes around four hours.
