How does hotel deposit work in Bali — is it refundable?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 21 days ago
TL;DR
Most Bali hotels take a refundable deposit at check-in, returned at checkout if no damages. Paying on arrival means you pay at the hotel — by card or cash — and card payments may incur a ~3% surcharge.
What the community said
Hotel deposits in Bali are common but not universal. Typically collected at check-in and refunded at checkout if the room has no damage. Terms vary by property.
21 days ago
A 'pay at property' rate on Booking.com means your card is not charged in advance — you pay the hotel directly at check-in, either by card or cash depending on what the hotel accepts.
21 days ago
Paying by card at Bali hotels often comes with a ~3% surcharge on top of the room rate. To avoid extra fees, confirm in advance or have cash rupiah on hand.
21 days ago ~3% card surcharge