Villas in Buleleng
Buleleng, Bali's long northern regency, suits couples wanting a pool villa on the quieter side of the island, away from the busy south. Most homes have a private pool and sleep two to four. Singaraja is a long drive from Ngurah Rai airport, and the homes are spread out, so you rely on a driver.
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About Buleleng
Buleleng is not a town but a regency, a broad strip of north Bali running from the Bali Strait in the west to near the island's eastern end. Its seat is Singaraja, a port town that was the colonial capital for Bali and the Lesser Sunda Islands until 1960. Lovina, a beach strip that starts about 5 km west of Singaraja, is still far quieter than the tourist hotspots of the south. Our homes are scattered over a wide stretch of the regency, so check each map and do not assume Lovina is on the doorstep. Most have a private pool. Tourism is the regency's main economic support, and inland draws include Lake Tamblingan.
Is Buleleng right for you?
- Best for
- Couples wanting a pool villa and a slower, quieter Bali
- Not for you if
- You want beach clubs, nightlife and a short airport transfer.
Near Buleleng
Lovina
The north coast's beach strip west of Singaraja, where early-morning boat trips of about two hours go out to look for dolphins.
Singaraja
The regency seat and old port town, home to Gedong Kirtya, a library of palm-leaf lontar manuscripts.
Gitgit Waterfall
A waterfall listed among Buleleng's main attractions, along with Lake Tamblingan and the hot springs at Banjar.
Getting to Buleleng
Fly into Bali's Ngurah Rai airport. The regency seat, Singaraja, is a long road trip away, and a hired car with a driver is the simplest way to arrive. Ask for the transfer time to your particular home, as the homes are spread widely.
When to go to Buleleng
The dry season runs roughly from May to October, and is the safer bet for a beach week. The rainy season is roughly December to March. Temperatures vary with altitude, so expect a difference between the coast and the hills.
Villas in Buleleng
Buleleng villa holidays: questions answered
Is Buleleng a town?
No, Buleleng is a regency covering much of north Bali, with nine districts and its seat at Singaraja. Villas listed under Buleleng can be far apart, so look at the exact location of each before booking.
Is Buleleng quieter than south Bali?
Yes. Lovina, the beach strip west of Singaraja, remains far quieter than the tourist hotspots on the island's south side, though the homes are spread across a wide area.
Can you see dolphins from Buleleng?
You can try. Boats leave Lovina early in the morning to look for dolphins off the coast, and the trips usually last about two hours, so you are back for a late breakfast.
When is the rainy season in Buleleng?
Roughly December to March, as Buleleng has a tropical wet and dry climate. The dry season runs from about May to October, which suits a beach-and-pool holiday best.
Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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