Best time to book hotels in Bali

October 2026

October brings high-season demand to Bali, with listed rates sitting about 8% above the yearly median. For travelers booking stays this month, the best rates so far appeared about 15 weeks before check-in, yielding savings of about 51% compared to current rates. Be mindful of significant price surges from October 4–5, which see rates climb up to 32% above the monthly baseline, as well as mid-month bumps on October 12, 14, and 16. Book now if your travel dates are locked in, as the optimal booking window has already closed.

November 2026

November offers excellent low-season value, with listed rates dropping about 10% below the yearly median. For travelers booking stays this month, the best rates so far appeared about 27 weeks before check-in, yielding savings of about 15% compared to current rates. Minor price increases are concentrated around November 2 and November 4–5. Lock in your room immediately to secure the remaining early-booking advantages before check-in.

December 2026

While December's overall median is a mid-season 8% below the yearly average, the end of the month experiences dramatic holiday surges. For travelers booking stays this month, the best rates so far appeared about 23 weeks before check-in, yielding savings of about 24% compared to current rates. The holiday period from December 21–31 sees prices spike by 60%, coinciding with Christmas and New Year's Eve. Secure your accommodation now to avoid the steep late-booking premiums associated with the holidays.

January 2027

January features mid-season pricing overall, sitting about 8% below the annual median, though the very start of the month carries over intense holiday demand. For travelers booking stays this month, the best rates so far appeared about 30 weeks before check-in, yielding savings of about 31% compared to current rates. Prices spike significantly from January 1–6, reflecting lingering demand around New Year's Eve. Reserve your stay today to capture remaining savings before the final-month price climb.

February 2027

February is a quiet mid-season month with a median room rate sitting about 8% below the yearly average. Because tracking has covered only the far-out tail of the booking curve for these dates, early prices are preliminary. Booking timing mattered little for this month last year, as prices remained highly stable. Minor price increases are observed around February 5 and February 7–8. Book whenever is most convenient for you, as timing had negligible impact on rates last year.

Last year's outcome (2026): prices moved under 5% with booking date

March 2027

March offers moderate mid-season pricing with a median aligning about 2% below the annual average. Since hotels have only recently begun listing rates for these dates, early prices are preliminary and there is no need to rush. Be prepared for brief price bumps around March 7, 9, and 26–27. Monitor rates for now and hold off on booking unless you find an exceptionally good cancellable deal.

April 2027

Currently listed about 1% below the yearly median, April rates look like the high-water mark rather than a bargain. Last year, about 8 in 10 stays actually became cheaper to book after the early-listing phase, with a median saving of about 19% below that early quote. Minor price increases are observed around April 10–11 and April 17. Consider securing a refundable rate about two months out, around February, and re-shop during the cheap window up to one week before check-in.

Last year's outcome (2026): cheaper later for 8 in 10 stays · typically 19% below the quote about 2 months out · cheapest window about 1 week out · little penalty for waiting

May 2027

Currently listed about 1% below the yearly median, May rates sit at the top of last year's range. Last year, about 8 in 10 stays ended up cheaper than their early quotes, with a median saving of about 21% appearing for those who waited. Minor peaks are observed around May 1, May 4–5, and May 29. You might lock in a cancellable rate about three months out, around February, and re-shop across the cheap window up to one week before check-in.

Last year's outcome (2026): cheaper later for 8 in 10 stays · typically 21% below the quote about 3 months out · cheapest window about 1 to 3 weeks out · little penalty for waiting

June 2027

Currently listed about 4% above the yearly median, June rates are the number to beat, not the number to accept. Last year, about 8 in 10 stays became cheaper to book later, with a median saving of about 20% appearing after the early-listing phase. Watch for moderate price spikes around June 16, 25, and 28. Secure a refundable backup rate about four months out, around February, and plan to re-shop closer to your travel dates.

Last year's outcome (2026): cheaper later for 8 in 10 stays · typically 20% below the quote about 4 months out

July 2027

Currently listed about 21% above the yearly median, July rates look like a ceiling rather than a bargain. Last year, about 7 in 10 stays actually became cheaper to book after the early-listing phase, with a median saving of about 14% below that early quote. Be mindful of minor price surges around July 2, 7, 22, and 28. Lock in a flexible rate about five months out, around February, and check back for price drops as your trip approaches.

Last year's outcome (2026): cheaper later for 7 in 10 stays · typically 14% below the quote about 5 months out

August 2027

Currently listed about 20% above the yearly median, August rates are where last year's quotes started, not where they ended. Last year, about 7 in 10 stays ended up cheaper than their early quotes, with a median saving of about 17% appearing for those who waited. Minor price spikes are observed around August 6, 11–12, and 21. Establish a price ceiling with a cancellable booking about six months out, around February, and re-evaluate rates closer to departure.

Last year's outcome (2026): cheaper later for 7 in 10 stays · typically 17% below the quote about 6 months out

September 2027

September brings high-season demand to Bali, with listed rates sitting about 8% above the yearly median. Because hotels have only recently opened up inventory for these dates, early prices are preliminary and represent the far-out tail of the booking curve. Watch for minor price surges on September 23–25. Hold off on booking for now and monitor the market, as there is no need to rush into early rates.