Bali Holiday Villas : F.A.Q
Your questions and our answers about bali holiday villas, bali luxury villas, …
Who advertises on Bali Premium? Are they intermediaries?
The only advertisers are the owners of Bali luxury villas or their exclusive representatives legally authorised to act for the owners on Bali if they do not live on the island. In this way Bali Premium can facilitate your tenancy to the maximum possible extent, allowing both the owner and the tenant to avoid going through an agency or other intermediary.
What is an "exclusive representative" for a bali villa and how does it differ from an ordinary local agency?
When the owner of a bali villa wishes to be partially or entirely relieved of the task of managing the villa, he or she calls on a third party assigned to offer it to local agencies and direct tenants. The representative may also be in charge of the personnel, upkeep and maintenance of the villa.
How do I rent Bali holiday villas?
Our site gives you free access to general information on villas offered to let. In order to access the contact details of owners or their representative, you must register as a member. This registration is free of charge. You will then be able to contact the owner or his or her exclusive representative and finalize your reservation directly.
What are the advantages of organising the renting of my house through Bali Premium?
Bali Premium gives you the opportunity to negotiate your stay directly with the owner or his or her exclusive representative. Thanks to its complete transparency, the site gives you much more information and advice than an ordinary intermediary. In addition to descriptions, photographs, maps and an availability calendar, Bali Premium also gives you the name and contact details of the owner or a representative and the address of the official site of the villa (if available). Since 2004, Bali Premium teams inspect and stay in a large number of villas twice a year. This investment allows us to assess the reliability of the information disseminated by the owners. Finally, the site provides up-to-date functionality and brings together unparalleled information on Bali and its neighbouring islands of Lombok and Nusa Lembongan.
Would going through an ordinary agency to book bali luxury villas give me more guarantees?
No. Ordinary local agencies do not offer any additional guarantees. Moreover, as the agency business is not regulated on Bali and Lombok, anyone can put themselves forward as an “agent”, with all the risks and problems which this may imply. Do not be taken in by the appearance of some sites, even if they are in French. Dealing directly with the owners or their exclusive representative undoubtedly gives you the best guarantee.
Can local agencies offer better prices for Bali holiday villas?
No. Taking into account the general practice agreements on Bali, any discounts offered by an ordinary agency must be approved in advance by the owners or their exclusive representatives. If an ordinary agent tells you otherwise, check with the owner or his or her representative. If not, you may find yourself in an uncomfortable position in the event of a dispute.
Can I pay the rent on a villa by bank card?
This payment method is possible if the villa manager operates a card payment system. Bear in mind, however, that the bank commission can be very expensive. Alternatively, an international bank transfer is still the most widely used method, as it is the least expensive. If you must pay by bank card for insurance reasons, please refer to the forms on the respective villas which mention this information.
Why are there so many sites offering Bali luxury villas to let?
Bali is an emerging destination, very much in demand by Europeans and French people in particular. This trend has therefore generated numerous types of business, often informal. The slack regulation and obligations governing the occupation of local agent has led to the creation of numerous websites. You are therefore advised to be particularly careful.
Bali is an emerging destination, very much in demand by Europeans and French people in particular. This trend has therefore generated numerous types of business, often informal. The slack regulation and obligations governing the occupation of local agent has led to the creation of numerous websites. You are therefore advised to be particularly careful.
What is the best way to negotiate the rent on a villa?
Direct negotiation with the owners of villas or their exclusive representatives is certainly the best way. You will have access to discounts linked to your length of stay and to last-minute conditions which these people are in a position to decide for themselves.
How can I manage airport transfers to the Bali holiday villas?
The owners can certainly organize this service through their personnel or their representative and it is usually on offer.
Are electricity and household laundry included in the rental price?
Yes. Tenants are not charged for any services of this type at the end of their stay. On the other hand, you may be charged for the use of the telephone or Internet and for your personal laundry. Do not hesitate to check these matters with the owners before validating the rental of the villa.
Are the services of domestic staff included in the rental price?
Yes. However, charges may be made immediately for overtime hours, but in full agreement with the tenant. On the other hand, the services of baby sitters and drivers are often subject to payment.
How will I be charged for meals in the villa?
There are three systems in place. The first and the second system involve charging the occupants for the price of shopping purchased by the staff either at cost price or at cost price increased by 20 to 30% for the service. The third system involves fixed prices according to the dish, as in restaurants.
Can I request a meal on arrival?
Yes. You only need to ask the owner of the villa or the exclusive representative. A cash advance is usually given for the purchase of food.
How do I pay for purchases on location and what is the local currency?
Purchases and expenditure made during your stay are usually payable in rupees (the local currency), or sometimes in US dollars or in euros, but beware of the exchange rate! Card payments can be made in numerous establishments. See the "Discovering Bali" section.
In terms of prices, what are the seasons in Bali or in Lombok?
There are three pricing seasons: Peak season (Christmas and summer holidays), high season and low season. These are mentioned on the villa forms with their respective prices.
What are the climatic seasons in Bali and Lombok?
There are two major seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The temperature rarely drops below 20/25°C. See the "Discovering Bali" section.
There are two major seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The temperature rarely drops below 20/25°C. See the "Discovering Bali" section.
Why does the staff include persons in charge of guarding the villas ?
You should be quite clear on this point. From an architectural point of view the villas are very open to the outside. Some rooms do not have locks and the equipment in furniture in them is not enclosed. This is why there are people in charge of guarding the villa and its contents.
Are the villas on Bali and Lombok fitted out for children?
The architectural design of the villas, which are often built on several levels, and the equipment and ornaments in them may present hazards to unsupervised children. In any case we advise you to keep a close eye on them and occasionally to use the services of babysitters, which are still very affordable.
What should I request from an owner on confirming the rental of a villa?
You should ask about the general conditions for renting the villa and for confirmation in writing of the negotiated price and the services offered. You should also ask for a receipt for each payment made (deposit and balance).
Is the rent formalized by signing a contract?
In reality there is no such thing as a contract in the legal sense of the word on Bali and Lombok. Bills and mail confirmations fulfil the functions of a contract.
Are villas in Bali let from Saturday to Saturday like in Europe?
There are no predetermined rules about this. You can arrive at and leave the villa on any day of the week. However, there is often a minimum length of stay depending on the pricing season.
Do the domestic staff speak English or French?
Depending on the villa category, the staff generally speak reasonable English, which is still widely used in Bali. This is not the case with French, but we offer our members the opportunity of selecting villas for which at least the reservation can be made in French (where the owners and/or their representatives are French or speak French).
Should we leave tips for the domestic staff before leaving?
This is recommended practice, but not compulsory. The amount is at your discretion, taking into account the length of your stay, the number of occupants and the care taken by the staff.
Who should I approach for services such as babysitting or car hire?
Our site presents a number of service providers whom you can contact directly. Alternatively you can ask the owner or the exclusive representative directly when you reserve the villa. During your stay you can also ask the villa staff to accompany you when dealing with service providers.
Can we buy Western products on Bali such as wine, dairy products, etc?
Yes. There are some western brands on Bali and some delicatessens are well-stocked with this kind of product (see our "Shopping" section). On the other hand, take care not to take more than one bottle of wine per person from France or from Europe, as the local duties on alcohol are exorbitant.
Should I take cash before leaving?
This is not essential as there are many cashpoints in the tourist areas in Bali.
Which airlines serve Bali and Lombok and are they reliable ?
Some of the best and most reliable global airlines serve Bali and ensure a high standard of safety for their passengers. See our "Getting to Bali" section, which presents numerous companies and their contact details.
Your questions and our answers about bali holiday villas, bali luxury villas, …
Who advertises on Bali Premium? Are they intermediaries?
The only advertisers are the owners of Bali luxury villas or their exclusive representatives legally authorised to act for the owners on Bali if they do not live on the island. In this way Bali Premium can facilitate your tenancy to the maximum possible extent, allowing both the owner and the tenant to avoid going through an agency or other intermediary.
What is an "exclusive representative" for a bali villa and how does it differ from an ordinary local agency?
When the owner of a bali villa wishes to be partially or entirely relieved of the task of managing the villa, he or she calls on a third party assigned to offer it to local agencies and direct tenants. The representative may also be in charge of the personnel, upkeep and maintenance of the villa.
How do I rent Bali holiday villas?
Our site gives you free access to general information on villas offered to let. In order to access the contact details of owners or their representative, you must register as a member. This registration is free of charge. You will then be able to contact the owner or his or her exclusive representative and finalize your reservation directly.
What are the advantages of organising the renting of my house through Bali Premium?
Bali Premium gives you the opportunity to negotiate your stay directly with the owner or his or her exclusive representative. Thanks to its complete transparency, the site gives you much more information and advice than an ordinary intermediary. In addition to descriptions, photographs, maps and an availability calendar, Bali Premium also gives you the name and contact details of the owner or a representative and the address of the official site of the villa (if available). Since 2004, Bali Premium teams inspect and stay in a large number of villas twice a year. This investment allows us to assess the reliability of the information disseminated by the owners. Finally, the site provides up-to-date functionality and brings together unparalleled information on Bali and its neighbouring islands of Lombok and Nusa Lembongan.
Would going through an ordinary agency to book bali luxury villas give me more guarantees?
No. Ordinary local agencies do not offer any additional guarantees. Moreover, as the agency business is not regulated on Bali and Lombok, anyone can put themselves forward as an “agent”, with all the risks and problems which this may imply. Do not be taken in by the appearance of some sites, even if they are in French. Dealing directly with the owners or their exclusive representative undoubtedly gives you the best guarantee.
Can local agencies offer better prices for Bali holiday villas?
No. Taking into account the general practice agreements on Bali, any discounts offered by an ordinary agency must be approved in advance by the owners or their exclusive representatives. If an ordinary agent tells you otherwise, check with the owner or his or her representative. If not, you may find yourself in an uncomfortable position in the event of a dispute.
Can I pay the rent on a villa by bank card?
This payment method is possible if the villa manager operates a card payment system. Bear in mind, however, that the bank commission can be very expensive. Alternatively, an international bank transfer is still the most widely used method, as it is the least expensive. If you must pay by bank card for insurance reasons, please refer to the forms on the respective villas which mention this information.
Why are there so many sites offering Bali luxury villas to let?
Bali is an emerging destination, very much in demand by Europeans and French people in particular. This trend has therefore generated numerous types of business, often informal. The slack regulation and obligations governing the occupation of local agent has led to the creation of numerous websites. You are therefore advised to be particularly careful.
Bali is an emerging destination, very much in demand by Europeans and French people in particular. This trend has therefore generated numerous types of business, often informal. The slack regulation and obligations governing the occupation of local agent has led to the creation of numerous websites. You are therefore advised to be particularly careful.
What is the best way to negotiate the rent on a villa?
Direct negotiation with the owners of villas or their exclusive representatives is certainly the best way. You will have access to discounts linked to your length of stay and to last-minute conditions which these people are in a position to decide for themselves.
How can I manage airport transfers to the Bali holiday villas?
The owners can certainly organize this service through their personnel or their representative and it is usually on offer.
Are electricity and household laundry included in the rental price?
Yes. Tenants are not charged for any services of this type at the end of their stay. On the other hand, you may be charged for the use of the telephone or Internet and for your personal laundry. Do not hesitate to check these matters with the owners before validating the rental of the villa.
Are the services of domestic staff included in the rental price?
Yes. However, charges may be made immediately for overtime hours, but in full agreement with the tenant. On the other hand, the services of baby sitters and drivers are often subject to payment.
How will I be charged for meals in the villa?
There are three systems in place. The first and the second system involve charging the occupants for the price of shopping purchased by the staff either at cost price or at cost price increased by 20 to 30% for the service. The third system involves fixed prices according to the dish, as in restaurants.
Can I request a meal on arrival?
Yes. You only need to ask the owner of the villa or the exclusive representative. A cash advance is usually given for the purchase of food.
How do I pay for purchases on location and what is the local currency?
Purchases and expenditure made during your stay are usually payable in rupees (the local currency), or sometimes in US dollars or in euros, but beware of the exchange rate! Card payments can be made in numerous establishments. See the "Discovering Bali" section.
In terms of prices, what are the seasons in Bali or in Lombok?
There are three pricing seasons: Peak season (Christmas and summer holidays), high season and low season. These are mentioned on the villa forms with their respective prices.
What are the climatic seasons in Bali and Lombok?
There are two major seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The temperature rarely drops below 20/25°C. See the "Discovering Bali" section.
There are two major seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The temperature rarely drops below 20/25°C. See the "Discovering Bali" section.
Why does the staff include persons in charge of guarding the villas ?
You should be quite clear on this point. From an architectural point of view the villas are very open to the outside. Some rooms do not have locks and the equipment in furniture in them is not enclosed. This is why there are people in charge of guarding the villa and its contents.
Are the villas on Bali and Lombok fitted out for children?
The architectural design of the villas, which are often built on several levels, and the equipment and ornaments in them may present hazards to unsupervised children. In any case we advise you to keep a close eye on them and occasionally to use the services of babysitters, which are still very affordable.
What should I request from an owner on confirming the rental of a villa?
You should ask about the general conditions for renting the villa and for confirmation in writing of the negotiated price and the services offered. You should also ask for a receipt for each payment made (deposit and balance).
Is the rent formalized by signing a contract?
In reality there is no such thing as a contract in the legal sense of the word on Bali and Lombok. Bills and mail confirmations fulfil the functions of a contract.
Are villas in Bali let from Saturday to Saturday like in Europe?
There are no predetermined rules about this. You can arrive at and leave the villa on any day of the week. However, there is often a minimum length of stay depending on the pricing season.
Do the domestic staff speak English or French?
Depending on the villa category, the staff generally speak reasonable English, which is still widely used in Bali. This is not the case with French, but we offer our members the opportunity of selecting villas for which at least the reservation can be made in French (where the owners and/or their representatives are French or speak French).
Should we leave tips for the domestic staff before leaving?
This is recommended practice, but not compulsory. The amount is at your discretion, taking into account the length of your stay, the number of occupants and the care taken by the staff.
Who should I approach for services such as babysitting or car hire?
Our site presents a number of service providers whom you can contact directly. Alternatively you can ask the owner or the exclusive representative directly when you reserve the villa. During your stay you can also ask the villa staff to accompany you when dealing with service providers.
Can we buy Western products on Bali such as wine, dairy products, etc?
Yes. There are some western brands on Bali and some delicatessens are well-stocked with this kind of product (see our "Shopping" section). On the other hand, take care not to take more than one bottle of wine per person from France or from Europe, as the local duties on alcohol are exorbitant.
Should I take cash before leaving?
This is not essential as there are many cashpoints in the tourist areas in Bali.
Which airlines serve Bali and Lombok and are they reliable ?
Some of the best and most reliable global airlines serve Bali and ensure a high standard of safety for their passengers. See our "Getting to Bali" section, which presents numerous companies and their contact details.
