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Reviews of Paradise Palm Beach Bungalows and Dive Center 4 stars

Tulamben, Kubu, Karangasem, 80853 Tulamben, Indonesia

#11 of 11 Holiday rentals in Tulamben

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 39 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.5

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.2

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    9.0
    Clive & Peggy love staying in Paradise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Included breakfast was fine, but meals in the restaurant are more expensive than Mata Hari next door? It's always been like that. A revue on pricing could turn this around.

    Having stayed at Paradise for 20 times over 28 years, we obviously love it. Stones throw from the ocean. Julie was always a lot of fun and laughter at breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We would like to have seen more variety at breakfast. No drinks such as juice were included in the breakfast, instead our 9 year old got offered tea or coffee. Although there were a handful of warungs around, there wasn't much to do or see in the evening. Taxi service from here has been the most expensive in my six weeks of travelling.

    The size of the room and comfortable bed. Great location if you like snorelling or diving.Lovely clean pool and on the seafront. (black stony beach) A great place to come and chill.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome location. Clean neat comfortable room. Quiet area with great views

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    7.0
    Did the job but the feel was a little tired.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not sure why but no one ate at restaurant. It wasn’t great value for money compared to other places at 500k per night for aircon room.

    Location for diving in Tulamben was good. Room was comfortable and seaside pool was nice.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The plumbing needs some attention

    Convenient, friendly

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2025

    8.0
    Excellent venue for snorkeling and scuba diving
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast could be more generous. Renting snorkeling equipment was expensive - about 50% the value of the equipment for one day

    It is in a very convenient location, just on the seaside. The coral reef is a 50-meter swim away. An extraordinary wrecked ship is easily reachable, offering a spectacular experience if you dive around it or even just snorkel above.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2024

    8.0
    Great Location for Shore Diving, Awesome Staff, Beautiful Pool!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 21 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel was shut down for several years and is currently in the process of being brought back to its former glory. So while we were there (November 2024), construction was going on for new rooms, a new dive shop, etc. This did not bother us, as we were happy to see resources going into repairs and upgrades, but it can present minor inconveniences.

    Our rating of 8 is based on the current hotel status, with construction. We have no doubt it will be back to a 10 once the repairs and upgrades are complete! Loved the infinity pool overlooking the ocean. Location for shore diving and snorkeling can not be beat, you are steps away from the best dive sites in Tulamben. The staff was incredible, friendly and accommodating - big thank you to Gede for all his logistics help, and to Juli, Ketut and the entire kitchen staff for keeping us well fed. While there is currently no dive shop on premises (they are building a new one as of Nov 2024) Gede (manager) was amazing in coordinating all our diving logistics, and the shore diving is available literally steps from the property, even during construction.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2024

    8.0
    Very handy to dive site.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No aircon

    Comfortable room, nice pool.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. It was divers hotel, the requirements is slightly low, but the bugs in the room is not good neibours. 2. Eggs is not included to the breafast.

    Nice cooking, good swimming pool. The place near "underwater temple", it is suitable for snorkeling. Very friendly and good personnel, rooms are cleaned.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2024

    9.0
    Great location, spacious room!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Bed wasn't very comfortable, there isn't actually a dive centre attached anymore, they organise for you to go through a dive centre down the road which ended up being more a bit expensive than other centres.

    Staff were lovely and very helpful, room was very spacious, location was perfect.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2024

    9.0
    Phenomenal location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were cockroaches in the bathroom when we arrived, that seemed to be coming from the bathroom drain. Wish they would put some kind of metal mesh into the drains. Out Solution was to put a stone to block it when it was not in use, which seemed to keep them out. Although cockroaches is really common everywhere in Indonesia, so I would not disqualify the place on that premise.

    *Fantastic location with a nice Coral Garden right there and USAT liberty shipwreck 300 meters away *Helpfull staff, that gave us advise about the city and helped us with transportation to our next stay, they also allowed us to trade the included pancakes in the breakfast for eggs prepared in a variety of ways. *Room was nice, but get the one with aircondition, even though the price is very steep, it is well worth it. If in doubt about where to live in Tulamben, then I can assure you that the location of this Resort i phenomenal. Which was the reason we chose it.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2024

    9.0
    We’ll definitely be back and recommend to friends and family. Thanks for a great holiday at Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much to dislike, bathroom looking its age but clean. No fridge or kettle in the room.

    Gede and the staff were wonderful in accommodating all our requests. The location was perfect for diving and snorkeling the reef, the food from the restaurant was excellent. The pool and surrounds were great.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    9.0
    efficient. perfect weekend stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was great. right in front of a great snorkel spot and not too far from shipwreck dive spot:)))

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    8.0
    Nice holidays
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AC not available for all room

    Good deal hotel and a very helpful staff. The bungalows were clean and build with the local standard accordingly. I felt being in the middle of the jungle with the ocean nearby

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Old building but renovations happening. rp200k extra for aircon is a bit steep. No tv, barfridge or coffee/tea making facilities in room. Neighbor hotel could look in our bathroom!

    Nice people, simple but ample breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable stay in a great location and a great diving school.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could do with a fridge in the room

    Location was perfect and view was amazing. Staff were helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I only wish the hotel provide a way for guests to pay with credit cards. I had to pay in cash. They also offer local bank transfer but I can't do it because I don't have any account at any local banks.

    It's a bargain for the location. The beach is right at the back of the hotel. We only have to go down a few steps for beach access. Oh by the way, bring your snorkeling gear because the coral garden is just right there. On a plus side, the Liberty Ship Wreck is only a 5-minute walk or you can also snorkle there. My family enjoyed watching the sunset from the swimming pool. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes and drinks.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2024

    7.0
    Good enough to come back to
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Restaurant average. The free breakfast is very light, DO NOT get the pancake, it's awful, luckily you can cheaply add anything from the menu, various types of omelette for example

    The seaview suite is great for the price (particularly liked the bathroom) and any accommodation on the waterfront gets my vote. Pool a bit small but clean, clear and a nice 2.5m deep end

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    7.0
    Good for the price.n
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Barking dog waking me up.

    Location and friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's not a big deal, but the rooms could do with more electric sockets. Also, payment for the room and restaurant are separate. Again, it's not a big deal, yet it would be simpler to pay for everything together. No credit card payment facilities.

    The location is excellent, with the Coral Garden right in front of the hotel. The staff were friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist. The room, though very basic, was clean and spacious with a wide, comfortable bed and good air-conditioning. The bathroom had hot water, a complimentary soap bar, and a towel. The windows were covered in netting (the bathroom isn't air-conditioned). The room had one socket above the bed where the bed light was situated. So, having a double socket adapter is a good idea. There's no coffee/tea/kettle in the room. However, the restaurant is open from 7am till late. The restaurant is right on the seafront, serving good traditional indonisain food. The pool is also near the beach and is clean and a good size. The hotel is geared for scuba divers, and as it has just reopened after being shut for four years, the hotel is planning to renovate all the current facilities for scuba diving. It is the oldest hotel in Tulamben, and it has charm & character a great potential. N.B. make sure you have enough cash to pay for your stay as the only local ATM limits withdrawal to 2,500,000.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    6.0
    Good place to stay if you want to have a dive experience during your stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Anyway, we had to leave a less-than-great review due to the condition of the rooms. When we arrived, the owner immediately asked if we wanted to upgrade from a room with no air conditioning and only cold water (the option we paid in the first place apparently) which we accepted right away, as the weather was extremely hot. Given the price we paid, we were expecting something of higher quality. Instead, we ended up in a fairly basic room, and unfortunately, the bathroom had some insects — including cockroaches. This made the stay a bit uncomfortable, as we were constantly worried about finding another “visitor” under the bed or in the bathtub. That said, this was really our only negative experience.

    We had one of the best experiences of our lives in Tulamben: we discovered the incredible world of diving. The owner of the place was very kind and helpful throughout our stay. He arranged everything for us: provided a scooter, helped us plan our dives with the dive school, and made sure we had everything we needed. As for the property itself, we really enjoyed the pool and the beautiful beach view. The outdoor area was lovely, with a well-kept garden, and we often had the pool all to ourselves, which made it even more special. One of the biggest highlights was the location, the best dive spots are right in front of the property, making it a perfect place for divers.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    4.0
    Very disappointing facility in all aspects except staff attitude and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We were NOT given the room that was pictured on the net, but an older one in mediocre condition. Bedside reading light blown out, no mosquito netting, holes in window screen stuffed with toilet paper by previous guest ... manager responded to this report by saying "Oh there was a guest in there a day or two ago; he must have done it"... The fact that no one noticed this is indicative. The 'shower' was a flexible hose attached to the bath faucet, but it would only reach to mid-chest, so one had to sit in the tub to shower. The tub was deep and narrow, with nothing to grip when getting out, so getting out was VERY difficult; it took me, a senior, several frustrating minutes. The only bath amenities supplies were a couple of tiny bars of soap. I was told that there was a safe, but discovered after searching that it was a locking wooden cabinet. "Breakfast included" was a choice of pineapple of banana pancake. That was it. We were told that the place was being renovated. I hope that they make SUBSTANTIAL improvement.

    The location was good, in this mecca for divers and snorklers. Staff was very friendly.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place with so kind staff I do recommend it 👌🤗

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    2.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Got bed bugs staying here. Overpriced accommodation for no air conditioning

    Good location

    Stayed in October 2024

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