Nusa Penida is often a destination for a half-day tour, with the highlight being the famous T-Rex cliff at Kelingking beach.
Fewer tourists stay a few days, but if you want to stay longer and also take advantage of some local bars, this guide is for you.
We’ve gathered the best spots to have a late-night drink and vibe with a few DJ sets, with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean or lush greenery of the hilly Penida.
16 Best Places To Explore Nightlife While Visiting Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida’s nightlife rests on an amazing bar and beach clubs scene – you can find good drinks, live music, and laid-back vibes in every part of the island.
Note, though, that infrastructure and the majority of the spots are in the northern part of Nusa Penida.
Aroha Bar
A hilltop bar within Maua Hotel, Aroha is a hidden gem for all lovers of a good view, laid-back atmosphere, and great cocktails.
The bar sits right next to an infinity swimming pool and a restaurant, in case you get hungry or want to freshen up.
Where Is It? Sakti, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali, Indonesia
Online: Aroha Bar
Cactus Nusa Penida
A super popular spot on the north-east coast of the island. This beach club has free entrance and no minimum spend, and you can enjoy the ocean views and simply relax by the pool.
They have daily events and happy hour from 4 to 7 PM, and every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in the late afternoon DJ starts the set and the foam party begins! Drinks and pizza are worth trying.
Where Is It? Jl. Batu Nunggal-Suana, Batununggul, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Cactus Penida
Khamara Beach Club
A beach hotel and a restaurant in the northern part, with a beautiful view and an amazing snorkelling spot.
They serve all sorts of food, shisha, a few spirits and wines, and classic cocktails. Nothing too fancy, but if you prefer a spot with fewer crowds, Khamara beach club might be it!
They do have a happy hour around sunset time, too.
Where Is It? Ped, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Khamara Penida
Kul De Sak Beach Bar
A little cozy beach bar not far from the night market in the northern part of Penida. Very chill and simple, and only open till 10 PM, but the vibe is so good, people love it!
Here they serve a nice selection of cocktails, beers, mocktails and some tasty tapas to go with your drink. A great spot for sunset by a secluded beach.
Where Is It? Jl Pelabuhan buyuk ped Kutampi Kaler Nusapenida Kutampi Kaler Nusapenida, Kutampi, bali, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80716, Indonesia
Online: Facebook
Amok Sunset Bar & Restaurant
A beautiful hilltop venue near Crystal Bay Beach, surrounded by lush greenery. It has a big lawn lit by dozens of lights at night, an open-air restaurant, and a long pool with bay and Mount Agung views.
From mocktails to wines, the drinks menu has all you need to start making new friends. The happy hour is here during the day, from 2 to 5 PM. Food is diverse and yummy too.
However, if you wish to chill by the pool, the beds have a minimum spend of 500,000 IDR (50 AUD).
Where Is It? Gamat Bay, Sakti, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Amok Sunset
Mambo Beach Cafe
Probably the most popular diving resort and beachfront restaurant on Penida Island. The restaurant itself is a stunning open-air tropical garden with quirky details, and, of course, great food.
Chilling on the bean bags on the beach during sunset, sipping cocktails (make sure to try Passion fruit mojito!) and enjoying music bands playing live – that’s island life, and that’s totally possible at Mambo.
Where Is It? Jalan Ped – Buyuk, Ped, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Mambo
Aguan Shisha Bar & Kitchen
A great spot on the nightlife scene in Nusa Penida. Amazing food, impeccable service, very pleasant live music, mostly reggae, and a wide choice of shisha flavors.
A budget-friendly price tag and opening hours till midnight are definitely nice bonuses.
Where Is It? Ped, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Nick’s Place
Nick’s Place in Nusa Penida is a go-to place for succulent barbecue- they excel at ribs!
You can enjoy the island’s best ribs with a view, and starting from 7 pm every night, musicians play some hits for the guests. In between beers, you can also play pool with friends.
They also have a spot in Nusa Lembongan and Sanur.
Where Is It? Jalan Ped No. 3, Buyuk, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
EDEN BAR
A French-owned eco accommodation and a bar that is open daily from 4 to 10 PM and offers breathtaking panoramic sunset views of the ocean and Bali volcanoes from the top of the hill on the west side of Penida.
You can order a drink and sit back by the pool in one of the bean bags on the grass. An idyllic spot!
Where Is It? Banjar Adegan Jalan Raya Adegan No.Desa, Ped, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Eden Penida
NOMÉ Beach Penida
If you visit Nusa Penida for a few days, make sure to drive to Nome one day!
Lovely secluded beach, amazing views, a 2+1 happy hour from 5-7 pm every day, and a bit fancier vibe (for those missing Canggu or Seminyak). They likely have the biggest cocktail menu in Nusa Penida as well!
Beachfront beds have a minimum spend of 250,000 IDR (25 AUD).
Where Is It? Jl. Ped Desa Tanah Bias, Kec. Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia
Online: Nome Beach Club
Penida Colada Beach Bar
This is one of our favorite nightlife spots in Nusa Penida because of the energy this place has. Top-notch live music, and you can join the musicians if you know how to sing or play an instrument.
Start the evening with their signature Penida Colada cocktail, order some food, and enjoy the sunset and music at this beachfront bar under the palm trees. Some nights you can dance salsa, so bring your dancing shoes!
Where Is It? Jl. Ped-Buyuk, Ped, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Penida Colada
LDM Reggae Bar
A small bar on the northern tip of the island known for live reggae music, cheap shisha and cocktails, and chill vibes.
It is a cool spot to make new friends and connect with locals, even if you’re a solo traveler. If there are not many guests, you can even put your own music!
Where Is It? Batununggul, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Facebook
The Chill Penida
The Chill Penida is a waterfront restaurant with a vegan-friendly menu and a pool. Located a bit far away from the main area, it still draws lots of visitors thanks to an amazing view and great food.
There are free nightly events, like full moon DJ sets or live music, and big holiday celebrations like the New Year. From our experience, the Chill has the best selection of spirits in Penida.
Where Is It? Jl. Batumulapan, Batununggul, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: The Chill Penida
AMARTA Penida
This restaurant is not too far from the main port and is quite a popular spot for photos, thanks to beautiful traditional Balinese gates framing the sky for a perfect shot.
They also have a dining area, a pool, and a garden. The team serves delicious food (pizza and pasta are highly praised), and craft cocktails – the cocktail in watermelon is a must! Every day from 4 to 6 PM, there is a buy 1, get 1 happy hour promo.
Where Is It? 8F5H+96J, Sakti, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Klotok Restaurant & Sports Bar
If you’re worried you are going to miss the next game, Klotok got you.
It is the only sports bar in the area, and they show all the important matches and F1 races while serving you great food and drinks, like tacos and cold beers.
Where Is It? Ped, Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Ggwarung Seafood and Chicken
If you want to spend an evening like a local, bring cash to GGwarung. Here you can indulge in cheap grilled fresh seafood, enjoy live music till late, and simply sit by the ocean.
Where Is It? Jl. Batumulapan, Batununggul, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia
Online: N/A
FAQs
Is Nusa Penida a Party Island?
No, Nusa Penida island is not a party destination. It is best known for its secluded beaches, amazing diving spots to see Mola Mola and giant manta rays, and stunning natural beauty.
At night, in Nusa Penida, you can go to a beach club to watch how the sun dips into the ocean, get a few drinks in a bar, or start a beach bonfire and enjoy the stars.
If you are looking for a party island, go to Bali (specifically the Canggu and Seminyak areas) or the Gili islands (Gili Trawangan is known for its nightlife).
Final Thoughts on Nusa Penida’s Nightlife
Nusa Penida island is definitely worth going to explore local culture and stunning scenery: from the stunning arch of the Broken beach to pristine beaches under the magnificent cliffs of Atuh beach and Peguyangan Waterfall.
And if you find yourself bored, you are just a short fast boat ride from the world’s best party beach club – FINNS, located in Canggu, and many karaoke and sports bars Bali has to offer.
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