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Seminyak, Indonesia 🇮🇩
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Nomad Score:
74%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Seminyak offers a low cost of living compared to Western standards, with affordable food, transport, and entertainment.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
71%
Weight: 80
Accommodation ranges from budget guesthouses to luxury villas; prices are moderate but can spike in peak season.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and warungs provide cheap groceries and meals; western-style groceries are pricier but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and local transport are very cheap; taxis and ride-hailing services are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
83%
Weight: 15
Wide range of affordable entertainment options including beach clubs, bars, and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
74%
Weight: 10
Gyms and fitness centers are available at moderate prices, with some premium options costing more.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
Indonesian Rupiah experiences moderate fluctuations but generally stable for short to medium term stays.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good fiber internet available in most cafes and coworking spaces; occasional fluctuations during peak hours.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
75%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces catering to digital nomads, though not as abundant as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
86%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
84%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes with comfortable seating, power outlets, and good coffee culture.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
79%
Weight: 100
Seminyak is a known hotspot for digital nomads, though less crowded than Canggu or Ubud.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
94%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and activate local SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
88%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with easy access to beaches and leisure activities supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Beach and natural surroundings are beautiful but some areas suffer from waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered, especially during tourist season; private accommodations are generally clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken in tourist and expat areas, but less so in local neighborhoods.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Generally good but can be affected by seasonal agricultural burning and traffic congestion.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
59%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented facilities; more suited for solo travelers and couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available locally; for serious issues, travelers often go to Denpasar or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries, especially local clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor ailments; international hospitals are accessible within reasonable distance.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from Nov-April but generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
54%
Weight: 10
Located in a seismically active zone with risks of earthquakes and tsunamis; moderate risk overall.
🏞️ Green Spaces
58%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks within Seminyak; natural green spaces are mostly outside the urban area.
❄️ Air Conditioning
92%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations, cafes, and coworking spaces have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons but little temperature change.
🔊 Noise Pollution
52%
Weight: 10
Can be noisy due to traffic, nightlife, and construction, especially in peak tourist season.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich Balinese culture with temples, ceremonies, and arts accessible nearby.
🌃 Nightlife
83%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with beach clubs, bars, and live music venues popular among tourists and expats.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
77%
Weight: 15
Beaches and nearby natural attractions offer good outdoor activities, though urbanized area limits options.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia and Balinese culture through classes and community.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
81%
Weight: 10
Wide range of cultural tours, cooking classes, and adventure activities available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
69%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes, spas, and small galleries.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local Indonesian, international, and health-conscious options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
76%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering classes catering to all levels, popular among wellness seekers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but fewer specialized facilities compared to bigger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
85%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic, vegan, and health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+8, convenient for Asia-Pacific clients but less ideal for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
70%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events for digital nomads, though smaller scale than hubs like Bali’s Canggu.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most nomads work for foreign companies or freelance.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
68%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community supported by coworking spaces and online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with reliable internet and amenities, though fewer than major cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is small and nascent compared to Jakarta or Bali’s tech hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
69%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are common but international card acceptance can vary.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
57%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious; adoption mostly among expats.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
78%
Weight: 30
Ngurah Rai International Airport nearby with good regional and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
31%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is minimal; most rely on scooters, taxis, or ride-hailing apps.
🚶 Walkability
64%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central Seminyak but sidewalks can be uneven and traffic heavy.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
87%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-hailing apps like Gojek and Grab widely used and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic and road conditions make cycling challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Good access to other parts of Bali via shuttle services and private drivers; limited public intercity transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
95%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are ubiquitous, affordable, and the primary mode of transport for locals and tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout Seminyak with some 5G rollout in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
79%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well, though occasional throttling may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
72%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable electricity supply in urban areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
76%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and hotels but quality varies.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; longer stays require visa runs or social/cultural visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex for foreigners; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
64%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some restrictions on political and religious topics.
🏛️ Political Stability
71%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with occasional local protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and residency requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
47%
Weight: 10
Complex and bureaucratic process for foreigners to register businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
32%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of mid-2025; nomads rely on tourist or social visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Welcoming environment with many services catering to digital nomads despite visa limitations.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
70%
Weight: 25
Regular informal meetups and some organized events for networking and socializing.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
74%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for Bali and Seminyak digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur, especially in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
73%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers, though caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners, though occasional cultural misunderstandings.